Greens will be supplied with four of the latest Ricoh Pro C9500s; two Ricoh C9500s have already been installed, with two more to follow this year. Additional Pro 8300 mono series devices will also be added to the portfolio later in 2024.

With over 100 years in the communications, documentation and logistics industry, Greens produce clinical research materials for drug trials, with its document construction and global distribution. The company’s other main areas of operation include data and transactional print, mailing and distribution.

Daniel Buckland, group finance director at Greens, commented, ‘This most recent investment in Ricoh technology has enabled us to further improve our existing offerings to our customers and to build further workflow automation into our production environment, which is helping to support the continuing growth of our web to print platform Doxzoo. All of this results in enhanced operational efficiencies for our business and higher-quality output for our customers.’

Tim Carter, commercial print director at Ricoh Graphic Communications, added, ‘We are delighted to extend our partnership with Greens for the next five years. The instalment of the latest Ricoh Pro C9500 will drive a wide range of positive impacts for the customer, generating business success and long-term growth.’

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A sister company to Full Circle Events & Exhibitions, Psycho Peacock is based in Salford, Greater Manchester and provides a service from design to installation for graphics in exhibitions, events, retail, museums, construction and visitor attractions. The investments are expected to provide up to six times the previous capacity, with the output from the previous four machines produced by the already installed and profiled P5 350.

Steve Comar, Psycho Peacock’s managing director, commented, ‘This investment gives us the scope and resources to fully deliver on our goals for both graphics and print, across our key sectors, live events, exhibitions and retail for the next three years. We can be assured due to the Durst technology, incredible quality and output metrics, that we can stand by our commitment to continually drive innovation which underpins our values and clients’ needs.’

The Tex iSub production printer is said to have opened up new business opportunities with dye sublimation for Psycho Peacock. The company said the investment in ‘cutting-edge machinery epitomising speed, quality and efficiency’ will ‘revolutionise output.’

Andrew McIntyre, general manager at Psycho Peacock, added, ‘The big thing with the Durst is that it provides the highest print quality, massive extra capacity and flexibility. Dye-sub also enables us to produce sustainable products, using fully recyclable materials, which means waste never goes to landfill. This opens up new business possibilities in a year when we are already beating our own ambitious sales targets.’

‘Delighted’ with Psycho Peacock’s investment into Durst’s technology, Peter Bray, UK and Ireland managing director of Durst Group, said, ‘Offering complete solutions from pixel to output, we continue to lead by innovation and look forward to continuing to help the team fully deliver on their goals. Our technology will help them further with their sustainability goals, commitment to excellence, streamlining logistics and moving towards greater automation.’

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Founded in 1991, The Delta Group, which includes Delta Creative and Delta Display, create visual communications for UK brands in retail, out of home, events, entertainment, drinks and health and beauty.

Described as ‘heavy-duty printers,’ the Agfa Jeti Tauro H3300 can handle large workloads, multiple-shift operations and 24/7 printing. The UV LED curing and low ink usage of its Greenguard inks are said to offer ecological benefits that help print businesses lower their carbon footprints. Both the HS and UHS models within Delta support six colours plus white and primer.

According to the COO of Delta Display, Martin Shipp, who has been with the business for 25 years, the Agfa investment offers the business increased flexibility and agility.

Mr Shipp commented, ‘We did look at other print suppliers, but when we analysed everything – the cost per square metre, reliability, quality, source of inks and supply chain – the Agfa presses were the right decision for our business.

‘We’ve been running the machines now for a few months and we’re happy with their ability to improve speed without impacting on the quality. We are also very impressed with the ability of the machine to print white at speed. The Tauros can print white at 250-400sqm/hr, they can print larger format than our silk screen printers, offering 3.3m widths, and they are more cost-effective than our silk screen machines. The new Tauros are certainly delivering on our expectations.’

The Agfa Tauro HS LED machine was delivered in September 2023 and the Tauro UHS LED machine was installed in January 2024. At this time, the company’s original Tauro HS was decommissioned and moved to the company’s Biggin Hill facility where it has replaced an Inca S40i printer.

Mr Shipp concluded, ‘Our market and customer demand are forever changing and the Agfa Tauro engines are keeping us agile and helping us to flex and deliver. In retail, for example, we can now personalise the POS we send out to stores, it’s no longer a one-size-fits-all solution. Today a POS campaign may require 20 items delivered to each store quickly and all delivered with bespoke sizes and messaging. The Agfa machines are coping beautifully with this type of work.’

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Based in Lavis in the province of Trento, Italy, book manufacturer LegoDigit was founded in 2013 and produces books for customers across Italy.

LegoDigit has claimed to offer customers a ‘competitive edge’ in terms of productivity, efficiency and print quality due to HP’s integrated finishing solutions. The HP Indigo 15K can print on a range of media, with seven ink stations, including white inks and Pantone colours.

The versatility of the machines installed is a benefit for the company as it provides a wide range of weights from 40 gsm up to 300 gsm, on both uncoated and coated matt and glossy offset papers.

LegoDigital also notes the improved sustainability credentials of the Advantage 2200, which includes HP’s High Efficiency Drying (HED) system, which reduces energy consumption, recirculating approximately 80% of the air heated during the drying process.

Alessandro Leto, CEO of LegoDigit, stated, ‘Thanks to HP technology we have had the opportunity to grow in terms of productivity, quality, and efficiency, thus optimising the effectiveness of our company’s production processes. HP Indigo and PageWide WebPress solutions have been enabling factors in this transformation journey.’

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Contiweb is a manufacturer of web-handling equipment and provider of solutions for web offset printing, web inkjet printing and packaging production. Its newly installed machine will sit alongside a HP T490 PageWide press which was installed in June 2023.

The installation of the CDN unwinder and DFA remoistener aims to further enhance operational efficiency, while ensuring continuous production, and consistently high-quality output.

Scott Merrick, engineering manager of digital press at Lakeside said, ‘After multiple decades of working with Contiweb and its technology, this was an easy decision for Lakeside Book. We are confident that this investment will enable us to optimise the value of our new HP press, delivering numerous benefits to our customers and our operations.’

Contiweb has a history of providing Lakeside with products tailored for heatset web offset applications. Its portfolio of Contiweb splicers, sheeters and dryers has been stated to deliver high performance and print quality.

Mr Merrick continued, ‘We purchased our first CDN splicer from Contiweb back in 2017 for our Kendallville, Indiana facility. That splicer has been exceptionally reliable since the day it was installed as we continued on our journey with Contiweb.’

Robert Bosman, sales director at Contiweb, concluded, ‘The installation of the CDN non-stop unwinder and DFA remoistener, demonstrates Lakeside Book Company’s commitment to delivering high-quality print solutions.

‘We are proud to support the company’s operations with our advanced web offset solutions, and we look forward to further strengthening our partnership in the years to come.’

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Ms Bryne, a former beauty therapist also known as Misha in the gaming world, shifted her focus into the realm of digital artistry following the closure of her salon due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Established in 2020, Me Myself and Misha evolved from a business offering design services for streamers and gaming conventions to providing an array of products, ranging from stickers and tumblers to custom packaging and apparel.

As the demand for her designs continued to increase, Ms Bryne has installed a Roland DG VersaStudio BN2-20 to meet printing needs while also alleviating the burden of running a one-person operation.

The BN2-20 integrates printing and contour-cutting capabilities. The desktop printer/cutter is described as a ‘versatile’ solution to meet Ms Bryne’s printing needs, whilst removing the need for multiple machines for printing and cutting.

The BN2-20’s versatility means Ms Bryne has been able to print high-quality stickers, apparel transfers, packaging materials, all with colour accuracy and vibrancy.

Unlike her previous setup, which she said to demanded ‘constant supervision,’ the Roland DG BN2-20, equipped with VersaWorks 6 output software, has allowed proactive planning and organisation of print production with its five print queues, five hot folders, and queue settings.

The VersaWorks 6’s media set functions and new sheet cut function, streamlines job setup and execution, while automatic sensor adjustments provide aid in creating the best results in every print.

This has allowed Ms Bryne to save and recall preferences, capture specific print settings, and streamline production into a process which increases overall efficiency.

Ms Bryne explained, ‘Thanks to the BN2-20 Roland DG machine and its integrated VersaWorks 6 software, I’ve unlocked precious time in my day while gaining a virtual extra pair of hands.’

For Me Myself and Misha, closely monitoring the printing process is ‘vital’ to run shorter bursts of personalised orders. Roland DG Connect has provided real-time access to crucial data on print jobs and overall business operations. This on-demand information has allowed the business to adjust its structure, as needed, to maximise efficiency.

Ms Bryne said Roland DG Connect has ‘revolutionised’ its operations stating, ‘We can now schedule runs, track efficiency, and analyse our cycles on the go. This software has enabled me to focus on business expansion and identify areas where I can enhance my design process.’

The relationship with Roland looks to continue as Ms Bryne plans to investment and upgrade to the latest Roland DG UV-LED printer, the VersaStudio BD-8, to help diversify product offerings and ‘expand into new areas’ with direct-to-object printing capabilities.

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Established in 2000, 3 Way Displays (3WD) provides print solutions to customers in the beauty and fragrance industries. Specialising in temporary and permanent point-of-sale displays, the company works with clients such as Harrods and Charlotte Tilbury.

In 2017 the business chose a SwissQprint Impala to deliver the detail and precision needed for luxury brands and retail displays. With the machine proving successful for the company’s needs, the 3WD team decided to visit SwissQprint UK’s Bracknell headquarters last year to see a demonstration of the latest Impala. The decision was made to invest in a second machine for installation in February 2024.

Steve Pridham, SwissQprint UK Sales Manager said, ‘Adding a second SwissQprint machine is not only testament to the Impala’s quality, but also reinforces the confidence our customers have in our machines and us as partners.’

The new Impala has a six-colour configuration including CMYK, light magenta, and light cyan, complemented by white and varnish.

The need for precise colour matching and glossy finishes are important for the business. The inclusion of varnish increases resistance to alcohol, scratching and moisture, crucial for the durability of the displays.

Olivia Stroud, 3WD’s sales director explained, ‘Accuracy in colour replication is vital for us. With the Impalas’ capabilities, we’re able to meet the high demands of the sector to produce visually stunning displays that give off a luxury feel.’

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Founded by managing director Alex McGrath in 2008, Prosigns was initially established to serve the signage needs of leading UK home construction companies. Since then, Prosigns has continued to grow in the housebuilder market.

The companys’ ongoing growth and future expansion plans prompted the search for a new piece of equipment that could suit its evolving needs. As explained by the company, its previous wide-format setup worked well, but was restricted in terms of media size. Eventually it led to a recommendation from a user of a Liyu Platinum Q3 Hybrid.

Chris Cairns, operations manager at Prosigns stated they were ‘absolutely blown away’ by the speed – up to 360sqm/hr – and quality of the machine, which confirmed the decision to install the Platinum Q3 after visiting two signage businesses running the model. Speaking on the experience of installing the machine he added, ‘There were no issues at all, we just placed the order with Eddie [Tucker, Managing Director of Liyu UK] and the team took care of all the delivery details. To this day, we know we can call, and speak to Eddie any time.’

The Platinum Q3 allows Prosigns to scale up media size, which has had an impact, bringing trade work back in-house and, as a result reducing client turnaround times. Mr Cairns added, ‘What we would normally put through our previous machines in a day, the Liyu machine is basically doing the same work in two or three hours.’

Mr McGrath continued, ‘Recently, we were a week and a half ahead of schedule because it had all been produced, which was just incredible.

‘We’ve got quicker turnaround, better-quality products, and the entire remit of signage can be manufactured here – nothing needs to be outsourced.’

The flexibility to adapt as requirements evolve is explained to be another advantage of the Platinum Q3. ‘As the business grows, we can add on print heads for extra speed if required,’ explained Mr Cairns. ‘We can also add speciality heads, primers, and varnishes if required. We are running a CMYK, plus a double white, so that serves the purpose at the moment, but we’re happy to have the option to expand.’

With the increased production speed, the machine has created more opportunities for the company. Mr McGrath concluded, ‘Thanks to the ability of the Liyu Platinum machine and because of the rapid turnaround, customers will be able to order whatever they want from our online portal, and it can be easily and quickly printed and dispatched.’

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The third-generation family run general commercial printer produces a wide range of print from leaflets to bespoke packaging. It prints litho on a B2 Sakurai press and digital on Xerox 4100 and 3100 presses.

Darren Wrighting, managing director of FuturePrint explained the investment was a straight replacement for a creaser folder they already had which he said ‘was not as a good as our previous one,’ resulting in a need for a solution to ‘complete the work as smoothly as possible.’

FuturePrint already runs a Horizon SPF-200L bookletmaker and Petratto folder gluer supplied by IFS, which led to Mr Wrighting’s trust in the company when looking for a new investment. He said, ‘I didn’t even look at Horizon CRF-362 folder creaser. We were told what it would do and because we already have systems from IFS we knew we could trust that it would.’

Mr Wrighting concluded stating how the machine is a ‘great bit of kit’ which gives the company versatility. He further added how the operators are happy with the machine, stating, ‘The operators discovered it can do so much more than they thought. It has given us proper value for money.’

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Founded in 2021, Format Graphics regularly produces work for for head office refits and museums, but the company’s core customer base is made up of exhibition companies and design agencies. It installed the Avinci CX3200 roll-to-roll printer, which runs at speeds up to 270sqm/hr and can print both directly to textiles and to transfer paper, toward the end of 2021.

Managing director Baz Ogle explained, ‘We purchased a Mimaki JV5 printer six years ago when we first started fabric printing, it always produced quality results, but it’s now old technology and too slow for our current demand. We looked at three machines as potential replacements and sent them all test files to assess the quality of print and the results of the Agfa Avinci CX3200 dye sublimation printer was undoubtedly the best, even though it only offers four colours.

‘The installation took two days and by day three we were printing live jobs as part of the training. It now takes us less than a day to print the same volume it used to take us a week to produce. The speed, quality and colours are excellent. We kept the old machine as a back-up, but we’ve had no need to use it in the past 5 months. We’ve not had to call out anyone from Agfa since installation and there has been no down time. It’s churning through work quickly and it hasn’t missed a nozzle on the print heads at all.’

Fabric printing now accounts for around 20% of Format Graphics’ £2 million turnover, so the new engine has been busy printing soft signage. However Mr Ogle says he is keen to explore new products and explore new markets when time allows.

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