The new technology allows Clarion to print directly onto flat substrates of up to 50mm thick, including durable substances such as wood, glass, Perspex, polystyrene and tiles, and bio-degradable substrates such as Xanita.
The Vutek also uses environmentally-sensitive QS Series 2 Ink. The QS Series 2 Ink has been tested in Clarion's in-house laboratory on a range of different substrates.
Clarion has invested R14 million into digital technology in recent years, and the Vutek, completes its range of digital print services.
The Vutek printer produces four-or six-colour imaging with white ink. In addition, it can print on a wide variety of flexible and rigid substrates at speeds of up to 70 square metres an hour, offering a variety of cost- and time-saving elements.
“Now we can meet demanding delivery deadlines by fully utilising the 2-metre machine bed width to ensure maximum usage of print space and to avoid substrate waste, ensuring that we maintain environmentally responsible methods,” said Clarion's technical director Wayne Lotz.
Clarion's portfolio includes global and local brands such as British American Tobacco, BP, Sasol, Caltex, Triumph International, Woolworths, Levis, Tiger Brands, Pioneer Foods, Old Mutual, and Adidas. For more information, go to www.clarion.co.za.
