ImageTech, LLC 510-238-8905
About Us Financing Info Partner Links Contact Us

Tag: wide format printer

X-Rite i1 Family of Calibration Products

Calibration tools are an essential part of any color-critical workflow, whether you are an indenpendent professional working with web and print files, or part of a larger color-critical workflow. As experts in wide-format printing, ImageTech technicians understand color managed workflows and offer on-site training and support.

A key tool for many of our clients is the X-Rite i1 Family of spectrophotometers and calibration workflow products. Imaging professionals know that calibrated and profiled devices and systems are a critical and essential part of a successful, efficient, creative workflow. What you capture on your camera; see on your monitor, projector or mobile device; view on your proofs, prints and presses; or share online has to match –or you will never be happy with the result. The X-Rite family of i1 color management solutions are known for their high level of color accuracy.

For more details on the X-Rite i1 Family of products:

..or call ImageTech at (510) 238-8905

X-Rite i1Publish Pro 2 Spectrophotometer

For larger professional color managed workflows, the X-Rite i1 Publish Pro 2 (EO2PUB) delivers perfect color consistency across all devices, whether digital or conventional, in multiple locations. With i1Publish Pro 2, you can easily create custom, high quality profiles for cameras, monitors, projectors, scanners, and both RGB and CMYK+ printers. You’ll quickly maximize your profitability and minimize wasted time, ink and paper. It also includes display and printer quality assurance functions. The i1Publish is the perfect solution for photo and graphic studios, advertising and PR agencies, and print and sign shops.

Calibration tools are an essential part of any color-critical workflow, whether you are an indenpendent professional working with web or print files, or part of a larger color-critical workflow. As experts in wide-format printing, ImageTech technicians understand color managed workflows and offer on-site training and support.

For more details on the i1Publish Pro 2:

..or call ImageTech at (510) 238-8905

X-Rite i1Photo Pro Photography Calibration Solution

The X-Rite i1Photo Pro 2 is the industry standard for professional photography. It offers the most accurate and consistent color calibration and profiling from capture to view to print – for camera, display, printer– combining world-class hardware and software to deliver the ultimate professional level color management for photo pros.

Not only does ImageTech sell and install large-format printers, but we offer the support services to keep you up and running with outstanding results. Our technicians are experts in color management and provide on-site set-up, training, and support. Calibration tools are an essential part of any color-critical photographer’s workflow, allowing files to be shared with peace of mind across teams for print and web publication.

For more details on the i1Photo Pro:

..or call ImageTech at (510) 238-8905

X-Rite i1 Display Calibration

X-Rite’s i1 Display Pro is an affordable calibration solution for displays, screens, and monitors, giving you assurance that the colors you are seeing are accurate.

Affordable calibration tools, such as the i1Display, are an essential part of any color-critical workflow, whether you are an indenpendent professional working with web or print files, or part of a larger color-critical workflow such as a print shop, photo studio, or advertising agency. ImageTech technicians can advise you on color-management best practices. They are experts in color management workflows and offer on-site training and support.

i1Display Pro is the perfect combination of unrivaled color precision, speed and controls for the highest level of on-screen color accuracy, including mobile devices and projectors. For more details and pricing:

..or call ImageTech at (510) 238-8905

X-Rite i1Basic Pro Spectrophotometer Calibration

The i1Basic Pro 2 is the industry standard for affordable, professional-level workflow calibration. This product covers the essentials of display and projector profiling, monitor and print quality assurance, and spot color measurement. With the i1 Basic Pro, one can quickly and easily create custom monitor and projector profiles that ensure the colors you view are true, verify soft proofs and print quality with built-in Quality Assurance (QA) tools, and easily capture and manage spot colors. Plus, with the free ColorTRUE mobile app, you can even calibrate your Apple® iOS mobile devices.

Calibration tools are an essential part of any color-critical workflow, whether you are an indenpendent professional working with web or print files, or part of a larger color-critical workflow such as a print shop, photo studio, or advertising agency. ImageTech technicians are experts in color management workflows and offer on-site training and support.

For more details on the i1Basic Pro:

..or call ImageTech at (510) 238-8905

Mimaki UV Inks

ImageTech is a leading California authorized seller, servicer, and installer of Mimaki large format UV printers. As a commitment to Mimaki customers, we carry a complete line of OEM Mimaki UV inks, as well hard-to-find solvent and UV media, papers, vinyl, banner, window & vehicle wraps, wall & floor graphic material, and adhesive media. For competitive pricing and quick turn-around, we offer:

Immediate curing and adhesion by UV radiation: an ecological and energy-saving ink

The UV-curable ink is cured and adhered to the media or substrate by UV radiation. The print is already dried when it comes out of the printer, allowing a short delivery request to be met. Printing on non-absorbent materials, including plastic, glass, and metal, is available. To give shape to ideas, Mimaki offers a range of UV-curable ink products to meet demands from various industries, ranging from decorating and architecture to industrial design.
UV curable ink [LH-100], [LU-125], [LUS-120], [LUS-150], [LUS-170], [LUS-175] and [LUS-200] gained the “GREENGUARD Gold” certification by UL LLC of third-party institution of safety science of the United States.

Environmental advantages: low-VOC ink and ozone-free LED–UV light

The color components of the ink are directly cured and adhered to the media or substrate by UV radiation, and the ink emits very low levels of VOC (volatile organic carbon). The LED (light-emitting diode) light does not radiate short wavelengths that generate ozone. Use of Mimaki UV-curable ink demonstrates consciousness about the environment and the health of users.

Mechanism of UV- curable ink adhesion

Mimaki released LED–UV-curable inks ahead of other global competitors

Mimaki first adopted the use of LED light to solve all the problems associated with metal halide lamps, such as long warm-up or restrike times, high power consumption, large bulbs, short lamp life, and high temperatures. The LED–UV ink curing system not only provides high quality printing with speed but also meets various demands from users with high media compatibility.

Energy saving and long life

The power consumption and heat generation of LED lights are remarkably lower than those of metal halide lamps. In addition to energy and cost saving, the long-life LED light reduces lamp wastage because of replacements.

High media compatibility with low heat generation

Thanks to the low heat generation of LED–UV light, Mimaki UV ink is capable of printing vibrant and beautiful colors on heat-sensitive materials, such as acrylic board, PVC, PET, etc.


High-speed printing

High-speed printing at 60 m2/h with vibrant and fine print results is achieved. We have been developing inks and printers for years, and hence have been able to focus our technologies for obtaining the best results from both.

Mimaki’s unique head control technology delivers smooth gradation printing

Smooth and beautiful gradation printing is available due to the excellent color reproducibility of the inks as well as by the use of Mimaki’s inkjet technology.

Offering hard and soft ink types for a wide range of applications

Hard and soft ink types are provided. Hard inks are used on the surfaces of hard materials, such as plates. Soft and flexible inks are suited for membrane panels, films, vehicle-wrapping films, and packaging films. Mimaki UV inks have high media compatibility for a wide range of applications.

White and clear inks enable a wide variety of print expressions

White ink is used as the base layer for color printing. The white base layer enhances color printing on transparent media.

■ Color printing without white ink base layer

Because of the high light transmittance of the media, printed colors are not very vivid.

■ White ink base layer with color printing

The printed image is bright and vivid on the white ink base layer.

Embossed printing is also available by combining the use of a primer with color inks. The UV ink broadens the range of possible print designs.

Patent number / JPN: 5817059 USA: US9,132,685 B2


“GREENGUARD Gold” Certification

GREENGUARD Gold Certification label

UV curable ink [LH-100], [LU-125], [LUS-120], [LUS-150] , [LUS-170] , [LUS-175] and [LUS-200] gained the “GREENGUARD Gold” certification.

[GREENGUARD Gold] Certification Ink

With the current rise of desire for environmentally-minded products by consumers, the interest of the “value of environment” is growing.
GREENGUARD is a program of the environmental certification on chemical emissions of indoor spaces by UL LLC of third-party institution of safety science of the United States.
Based on the backed information by the unbiased empirical science data, the products with less chemical emission to the room spaces and more environmentally-friendly can be approved to this certification.
The certification has two sorts such as the Standard and the Gold. The Gold offers more strict certification criteria than the Standard.

Mimaki took the lead of the market to develop ink, ink-jet printer industry to reduce environmental impact. Especially the sublimation printing is becoming attractive as its environmental-minded system.
Mimaki continues to pursue the print technology of high-quality and to strive to reduce its environment impact for the realization of environmentally-friendly manufacturing. It will aim to continue offering products and services considering the safety and security of our valued customers.

Applicable product

Mimaki Solvent Ink

ImageTech is a leading California authorized seller, servicer, and installer of Mimaki large format solvent printers. As part of our commitment to Mimaki customers, we carry a complete line of OEM Mimaki Solvent inks, as well hard-to-find solvent and UV media, papers, vinyl, and wraps. For competitive pricing and quick turn-around, we offer:

Excellent weatherability and rub-fastness! The standard ink for beautiful indoor and outdoor signage.

In the ink, the pigment is dispersed in an organic solvent, and thus the ink is quick drying due to the volatility of the solvent. This property enables direct printing onto PVC, which are extensively used for both indoor and outdoor signage and displays. In addition to excellent weatherability and rub-fastness, our unique inkjet technology provides super-high picture quality without a granular appearance. Furthermore, “ease of maintenance” and “cost effectiveness” are also favorable features of this ink. Mimaki solvent inks are reputed worldwide for their beautiful long-lasting nature and are used as a standard ink for signage printing.
Solvent ink [SS21] and [BS4] gained the “GREENGUARD Gold” certification by UL LLC of third-party institution of safety science of the United States.

 

Fine and high quality image reproducibility

From text and illustrations to photographs and backgrounds with gradations, the combination of Mimaki’s unique inkjet technology and solvent ink delivers vibrant and less-granular super high quality print results.

Mechanism of the solvent ink adhesion

 

Direct printing onto PVC

The solvent ink enables direct printing onto PVC, the most popular media for signage display printing, as well as on non-ink-receptive layer coating media. Mimaki solvent ink ensures signage and display production that is cost effective.

White and silver inks broaden expressiveness of the prints

Simultaneous layer printing is very effective on transparent media; color printing on white underlayers gives a more vivid impression. In addition, the combination of full color ink with silver ink allows a more vibrant expression of the metallic colors such as gold, silver, and bronze.

Excellent weatherability and rub-fastness!

The solvent ink prints are ideal for outdoor signage. The prints show little fading/degradation because of direct sunlight, and have high weatherability in rain/snow, and they also have high rub-fastness.
* Depending on print media, laminating may be needed, please contact us for details beforehand.

Weather resistance data by ink type (SS21, ES3)

SS21 and ES3 both showed very little fading even when in an accelerated test equivalent to 3 years. (In-house study)



World’s First Solvent UV Ink（SU100）

New technology has further improved the durability of the solvent ink and has enabled the printing time to be markedly reduced.
This inkjet printing technology with a solvent UV ink was first developed by Mimaki in 2013.
The pigment is adhered by volatilization of the solvent components and quick drying by UV curing to provide a glossy finish. Thus, work efficiency has been dramatically increased and the rub-fastness has also been improved.
The ink cures immediately upon printing, meaning that drying time is not needed and an immediate transition to the processing stage is possible.

No drying time needed! Prints are ready to be processed right after the print!

The solvent UV ink is both cured and adhered at the time of printing; thus, drying time need not be considered. Secondary processing such as lamination can be performed immediately after printing, which significantly improves process efficiency.

Mechanism of solvent UV ink adhesion

A product range designed for a particular purpose and environment of use

We have developed a broad product range that includes the following inks:
High solvent-type ink has excellent durability and is ideal for outdoor signage (HS ink). Low solvent-type ink that is in high demand for the production of signs and displays for both indoor and outdoor use（SS21 ink). Eco-friendly ink that does not require any special ventilation facility (ES3 ink). The solvent UV ink (SUV ink) offers a new approach for the expression of signs.

Ease of use and maintenance for users

No need for specialist machine operation or maintenance, very easy to handle.
Another major advantage is the wide range of available printers, which range from high-end to affordable entry models.

“GREENGUARD Gold” Certification

GREENGUARD Gold Certification label

Solvent ink [SS21] and [BS4] gained the “GREENGUARD Gold” certification.

[GREENGUARD Gold] Certification Ink

With the current rise of desire for environmentally-minded products by consumers, the interest of the “value of environment” is growing.
GREENGUARD is a program of the environmental certification on chemical emissions of indoor spaces by UL LLC of third-party institution of safety science of the United States.
Based on the backed information by the unbiased empirical science data, the products with less chemical emission to the room spaces and more environmentally-friendly can be approved to this certification.
The certification has two sorts such as the Standard and the Gold. The Gold offers more strict certification criteria than the Standard.

Mimaki took the lead of the market to develop ink, ink-jet printer industry to reduce environmental impact. Especially the sublimation printing is becoming attractive as its environmental-minded system.
Mimaki continues to pursue the print technology of high-quality and to strive to reduce its environment impact for the realization of environmentally-friendly manufacturing. It will aim to continue offering products and services considering the safety and security of our valued customers.

Applicable product

Color Management Training and Support

One of the most popular services offered by ImageTech is on-site color management training at a client’s facility. We train you directly on calibration, color profiling, and the RIP software running on your hardware. You’ll learn the ins and outs of calibration, with new staff brought up to speed quickly in calibration and use of printers, spectrophotometers, densitometers, colorimeters, displays, monitors, cameras, scanners, and more. We’ll teach you how to produce and install the most accurate ICC color profiles tailored specifically to your printer, inks, and media.

We know of very few companies, particularly in Northern California, that provide this service. We support virtually all RIPs in the wide format printer industry and are an authorized Mimaki and Canon distributor. Our qualified technicians have 20+ years experience troubleshooting and repairing large format printers, flatbeds, processors, and more.

To learn more about RIPs or to schedule a training session call ImageTech at 510.238.8905.

For a complete selection of color management equipment, visit our online store at Bayinkjet.com

Recent Comments

© 2024 ImageTech LLC All Rights Reserved   

%d bloggers like this: