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Decorating Roundup: Epson Offers Two New Dye-Sublimation Printers

Plus, Ninja Transfers has updated its shipping options, and Roland DGA is showing off a new flatbed UV printer.

The digital textile market is growing rapidly, projected to reach nearly $3.4 billion this year, according to a report from The Business Research Company. Helping support that growth, Epson has announced two new industrial SureColor F-Series dye-sublimation printers, which the company says are engineered to achieve both reliability and round-the-clock productivity.

The new models, the SureColor F11070 and SureColor F11070H, offer high productivity and seamless workflow. Also available is an optional large roll media unwinder, and the F11070H features an expanded ink set to support high-volume print shops.

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Epson has announced the SureColor F11070 dye sublimation printer.

“The textile industry is dynamic, and Epson is at the forefront, empowering providers with reliable, cutting-edge technology,” said Lily Hunter, product manager for professional imaging at Epson America. “This commitment ensures that our clients can adapt to changing textiles trends, meet market demands, optimize their operations and deliver exceptional results.”

Hunter added that the SureColor F-Series “sets the benchmark for textile printers” and that the new high-speed industrial models feature a user-friendly interface and low-maintenance requirements.

Ninja Transfers Updates Shipping Options

Ninja Transfers (asi/73060), which offers custom direct-to-film transfers for apparel, has changed its shipping methods as part of its ongoing effort to improve service for its customers.

The company says it now offers guaranteed UPS Next Day Air, with prices starting as low as $28.11. The premium option provides the fastest possible delivery for urgent orders and will be delivered as early as 10:30 a.m. the following day.

Guaranteed UPS Next Day Air Saver, starting at $25.55, ensures customers receive their order by the end of the next business day.

Rush delivery, starting at $21.31, enables shipping in three to four business days. Standard shipping, taking between five to seven business days, has a flat rate of $8.99 for orders under $75. Ninja Transfers is offering free shipping on all standard shipping orders over $75.

The company notes that it made a mission of ensuring that all orders are processed and shipped out the same or next business day whenever possible. Ninja Transfers adds that 40% of its orders are Next Day shipping and 99% get to customers by their deadline.

Roland DGA To Show New Flatbed Printer

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Roland DGA will be showing its new EU-1000MF UV flatbed printer at the upcoming ISA International Sign Expo.

Roland DGA, a provider of wide-format inkjet printers, vinyl cutters and other decorating equipment, will be demonstrating one of its newest products later this month at the ISA International Sign Expo 2024, taking place April 10 to 12 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando.

It will be the first time a U.S. audience will get a look at Roland’s new high-volume UV flatbed printer, the EU-1000MF. Also on display will be new UV printers from its VersaOBJECT series, the latest eco-solvent, UV and resin/latex inkjets to join the TrueVIS printer family, and new compact desktop devices like the BN2 series printer/cutters.

Vehicle graphics pros from Louisville, KY-based Digital EFX Wraps will wrap a real NASCAR race car with graphic designs from the Richard Childress Racing team in the booth as well.

“It’s best to see our machines in action to fully realize and appreciate their amazing capabilities,” said Amado Lara, president of Roland DGA.