The new HP Scitex 9000 Industrial Press and HP HDR245 Scitex Inks enable more sign and display printers to capture industrial production speeds at an entry-level investment, said the OEM. HP added that mid-volume printers face a gap in the market, requiring faster production speeds than what entry-level equipment can deliver, but at a lower cost of ownership than high-end industrial presses. With the new Press and Scitex Inks, “HP is expanding its HP Scitex High Dynamic Range (HDR) portfolio, now installed in over 30 countries worldwide, and reinventing the mid-volume industrial category by making high-quality production at speed even more affordable.”
The Scitex 9000 provides up to 90-beds-per-hour engine speed. With its manual media handling, productivity is operator-dependent and can reach up to 60 beds/hour. Reaching up to a 500,000 m2/year (5,381,955 ft.2/year) duty cycle, the 9000 enables customers to print a wide range of applications, including point-of-purchase signs and displays. The press is also upgradeable, allowing customers to scale production according to their quality and productivity needs as their businesses grow.
The new HP HDR245 Scitex Inks offer cost-effective production on flexible as well as rigid and select plastic media, providing higher-quality at faster speeds. The new low-odour inks enable longer runs with minimal maintenance intervention and can eliminate the need for additional protective overcoats due to their flexibility and surface durability – ultimately reducing production times as well as operational costs. The inks provide a wide colour gamut with up to 86% Pantone coverage, and outdoor print longevity of up to two years, said HP.
“Sign and display print service providers are constantly challenged with finding the right printing solutions that fit both their business needs and budget,” said Xavier Garcia, VP and GM, Large Format Printing, HP. “The affordable new HP Scitex 9000 Industrial Press and HP HDR245 Scitex Inks enable more customers to take advantage of the quality and productivity of HP Scitex HDR printing technology for higher-value jobs, while offering a clear upgrade path for customers as their printing needs evolve over time.”
The HP Scitex 9000 Industrial Press will be commercially available June 1.
