Xaar has launched a new system, which incorporates the Xaar 1002 family of high-precision industrial printheads, to add single-pass inkjet capability to analogue web and sheet-fed presses.
With the Xaar Print Bar System users can take advantage of the benefits of digital printing to deliver more creativity to their customers.
By using Xaar 1002 printheads with TF Technology the new system can handle a wide range of inks and fluids, including spot colours (K or CMY), protective lacquers, high-build spot varnish, heavily pigmented high-opacity under-surface whites, cold foil adhesives, metallics, etc. As a result, print providers now have the ability to add special effects and variable data digitally, saving the considerable cost and time associated with analogue production methods.
The print bar is a complete ‘ready-to-use system’ featuring a choice of Xaar 1002 printheads (GS6, GS12 or GS40 depending on the application), an ink supply system and full print management and workflow capabilities to ensure total control of the print process.
Available in a range of print widths from 70 mm up to 560 mm, and single or dual configurations with print speeds up to 75 m/min as standard, the system is designed to be easily integrated into a wide range of web or sheet-fed press configurations – and at any point on the press. It can be easily retro-fitted to existing analogue presses, designed into new builds, or used as a standalone print solution if preferred. For those looking for more, it can be configured for higher speeds, higher laydown or multi-process applications.
The Xaar Print Bar System makes its global debut at Labelexpo on the Edale stand. It will be shown both as a stand-alone unit and integrated within the Graphium hybrid press where its capabilities can be seen live.
