Roland Products Receive GREENGUARD Gold Certification
Digital Printing leader Roland DGA Corp. has announced that three of its products – Eco-Sol MAX ink, Eco-Sol MAX 2 ink and WallFlair Removable
Fabric – have received GREENGUARD Gold UL 2818 certification from UL Environment, a business unit of UL (Underwriters Laboratories). This
certification provides assurance that these products meet some of the world’s most rigorous and comprehensive standards for low emissions of
volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into indoor air.
GREENGUARD Gold Certification includes safety factors to account for sensitive individuals (such as children and the elderly) and ensures that a
product is acceptable for use in environments like schools and hospitals. This type of certification is becoming a key factor to a growing number of
architects, designers and facility managers seeking to incorporate third-party certified, healthier, more sustainable products into their buildings.
“People spend 90 percent of their time indoors, which is why healthier indoor spaces are so critical,” says Sara Greenstein, president of UL
Environment. “We commend Roland’s GREENGUARD Certification as a demonstration of their commitment to the health of their consumers and
their consumers’ families.”
Because Roland’s Eco-Sol MAX, Eco-Sol MAX 2 and WallFlair Removable Fabric meet strict chemical emissions limits, they aid in the creation of
healthier interior environments by reducing indoor air pollution and the risk of chemical exposure. GREENGUARD Certification supports the efforts
of companies, such as Roland, that are helping to ensure global environmental health, safety and sustainability, while also enabling consumers to
identify products they can trust.
Roland DGA President Rick Scrimger is quick to point out that environmental awareness, and continuous improvement in this area, is a core part of
Roland’s operating philosophy. “Roland isn’t just committed to exceeding customer expectations when it comes to product quality, service and support,
we’re also striving to ensure that our offerings are as eco-friendly as possible,” said Scrimger. “This level of UL certification is hard-earned, and proves
that Roland inks have always been part of an eco-conscious plan to create green products for our customers – and importantly, their customers.”
Roland DGA offers a complete lineup of technologically advanced products and accessories for the digital printing market, including state-of-the-art
large-format printers and printer/cutters, eco-solvent and UV inks, and a wide variety of certified media. The company also provides high quality
products for the dental, engraving and 3-D modeling industries.
Roland DGA to Showcase its Package Prototyping Technologies
Digital Printing leader Roland DGA Corp. will be showcasing its latest Package Prototyping and UV technologies at GMG Color’s New Product Showcase
and Color Management Seminar to be held May 21 in New York City. The one-day event will feature technological advancements from GMG Color – a
top developer and supplier of high-end color management software solutions – as well as those from Roland and other GMG partners and associates.
The New Product Showcase and Color Management Seminar will feature groundbreaking products and technology, while also allowing attendees to
network with color management experts from all across the country. Those attending will also have opportunities to explore emerging workflow trends
and get personalized recommendations for addressing their toughest color management challenges.
According to Roland DGA Product Manager Steven Tu, Roland will be focusing on the company’s innovative package prototyping and proofing
technologies at the event. “Attendees will get to see samples that illustrate how our state-of-the-art UV and eco-solvent printers, with their white,
clear and metallic inks and integrated contour cutting, produce realistic packaging, label and collateral prototypes affordably and in record time,” said Tu.
Roland DGA-Sponsored Dynamic Digital Reception Draws Large
Crowd at ISA Expo 2013
More than 250 attendees were on hand for the Roland DGA-sponsored Dynamic Digital Reception on Thurs., April 4 at the ISA International Sign Expo in
Las Vegas. This event followed a full day of educational seminars about dynamic digital signage indicative of the industry’s growing interest in this
emerging technology.
Roland DGA President Rick Scrimger kicked off the event by providing insight on the fast-growing digital signage market, as well as Roland DGA’s
intention to introduce a digital product offering to Roland customers.
“Roland has helped signmakers with their first vinyl cutter, their first digital printer,” Scrimger said, “so it makes sense for us to help signmakers get
started with their first digital sign solution. And there’s no reason why a signmaker can’t sell a window display, a vehicle wrap, and a digital sign to
help grow his or her business.”
Scrimger’s introduction was followed by a presentation, which demonstrated how simple it is for sign shops to offer this option to their existing
customers. Those attending the event were impressed by the professional digital display graphics made possible by Roland’s digital solution,
which uses a PowerPoint presentation template that’s user-friendly and already widely adopted.
According to Scrimger, digital signage is an ideal complement to the current spectrum of products and services offered by sign shops. “The digital
signage market is projected to grow at a rate of 15 to 30 percent in the coming years,” he said. “Our goal is to deliver an effective, comprehensive
solution that not only meets Roland’s high quality standards, but also makes it easy and affordable for any shop to offer digital signage to its customers.”
Roland’s entry into digital signage with its first product offering is expected to be released by the fourth quarter of 2013. The complete “digital
sign-in-a-box” package solution is expected to include software, media player, and a variety of basic content templates, along with optional
displays in a variety of sizes.
Roland Introduces its Fastest Large Format Printer Ever
Roland’s new SOLJET XF-640 64-inch printer takes large-format inkjet productivity to the highest level. This state-of-the-art printer incorporates two
mirrored print heads, newly designed take-up and pinch roller systems, and other advanced features that enable it to deliver vibrant, detailed prints
at speeds up to 1,098 square feet per hour. Roland DGA will unveil the XF-640 on April 4 at the ISA International Sign Expo in Las Vegas.
The XF-640 is uniquely engineered and constructed to maximize print speed and output without sacrificing image quality, making this next generation
printer an ideal choice for high-volume shops. Based on more than 15 years of Roland large-format digital printer innovation, it’s capable of handling a
wide range of applications, including indoor and outdoor banners, vehicle and fleet wraps, window graphics, posters, POP, trade show graphics,
backlit displays, and more. The XF-640’s mirrored print head configuration with dual CMYK allows brilliant, consistent color reproduction across the
largest prints, even at top speed. Roland Intelligent Pass Control precisely controls dot placement during passes for exceptional images with virtually
no banding. Printing performance is further enhanced by Roland’s wide-gamut Eco-Sol MAX 2 eco-solvent inks, specially formulated to produce
dense, rich color and stunning images on a wide variety of substrates.
Durable construction and specialized mechanical systems contribute to the XF-640’s ability to create high quality prints faster than ever before. The
strength and rigidity of this printer’s rail and frame ensure smooth, precise print head movement and maximum ink droplet accuracy, while sixteen pinch
rollers and a new grit roller architecture provide secure, trouble-free media feeding during long, unattended production runs. Roland has also equipped
the XF-640 with a new take-up system built to expedite production and increase stability. Two end cups, firmly fixed on the take-up’s two main support
bars, prevent distortion during printing by keeping the media holder in the correct position at all times. The XF-640 boasts a new heating system as well,
specially designed to dry prints quickly and evenly across the entire media width.
According to Eric Zimmerman, Roland DGA’s color product manager, the XF-640 offers advantages and capabilities that put this printer in a class by itself.
“With the XF-640, digital printing professionals can have it all – rocket fast speed, superior imaging, unsurpassed reliability, and world-class Roland service
and support,” he said. “It’s designed to be the backbone of any busy production environment.”
Roland’s XF-640 has also been designed for ease of use and simple maintenance. Users will appreciate the front-loading ink cartridge slots, as well as
the conveniently located media loading levers at the front and back of the printer. For easy cleaning, there’s also a new latched maintenance cover that
opens at the touch of a button.
The XF-640 comes complete with Version 4.9 of Roland’s VersaWorks advanced RIP software, which includes advanced productivity tools for optimizing
image quality and workflow, including built-in PANTONE® spot color libraries. This feature allows the user to automatically convert a PANTONE spot
color in the design file to a CMYK value for accurate reproduction on the XF-640 without reopening the source file. VersaWorks can operate up to four
Roland devices and also includes a Predictive Ink Calculator that estimates the amount of ink needed for each job so users can plan accordingly.
Roland’s OnSupport system facilitates unattended printing with the XF-640 by sending text or email messages to a remote computer or smart phone
when a print job is completed or ink is running low. OnSupport also allows for quick and easy downloading of firmware updates and important
product information.
Roland DGA backs up every XF-640 printer with an unmatched Two-Year Trouble-Free Gold Edition manufacturer’s warranty, which includes two
years of coverage, plus two free preventative maintenance visits at months 10 and 20 by a Roland authorized dealer.
Roland XF-640 printers are available now for shipment to dealers.
New Roland Paparazzi Premium Matte Paper is the Latest Media
Sensation
Roland's latest media star, new Paparazzi Premium Matte Paper is an 8-mil, 210 gsm constructed premium paper specially designed for high-resolution,
full-color printing with Roland Eco-Sol MAX and Eco-Sol MAX 2 inks.
Paparazzi images beautifully, hangs well and has great body, making it ideal for a variety applications, including posters, presentations, trade show
graphics, POP displays, and more. It boasts high opacity, outstanding white point characteristics, and a unique barrier coating that maximizes ink
saturation for a wider color gamut without cockling.
"Paparazzi's versatility and attributes make it an excellent addition to our existing media lineup," said Julie Gederos, Roland's product manager for
e-commerce, supplies and accessories "This paper is designed to satisfy any customer's needs. It images and handles well, making finishing a
breeze, and its ability to accept higher ink volumes allows for vivid, eye-catching prints."
Now available, Paparazzi Premium Matte Paper (ESM-PMP4) is profiled for Roland's VersaWorks RIP software and compatible with Roland's
VersaCAMM, VersaArt, SOLJET PRO III, and SOLJET Pro 4 XR-640 printers. It's offered in 30" x 100' and 54" x 100' rolls to suit varying printer
requirements. While Roland's Paparazzi is a high quality media that delivers stunning print and graphic results, it's extremely affordable. With an
MSRP of just $0.30 a square foot, it's priced to fit the budget of any digital printing professional.
Millions of Eyes Will Be on NASCAR Star Drivers and Their Vehicle
Wraps When 2013 Season Kicks Off
NASCAR fans worldwide are excitedly awaiting the kick off of the 2013 Sprint Cup Series season Feb. 16 at Daytona National Speedway. But they’re
not the only ones champing at the bit for the action to begin. Team sponsors, companies with big money investments riding on the performance of their
star drivers, are also eager to get things rolling. Once the green flag is waved, their brands – represented on the cars of NASCAR pros in the form of
colorful wraps and sponsor logos – will attract the attention of millions.
This year marks the 65th anniversary of NASCAR racing, a sport with a following of more than 75 million fans around the globe. Among U.S. professional
sports franchises, NASCAR ranks second to only the NFL in television ratings. It’s also a multi-billion dollar business, with more fortune 500 sponsors
than any other motor sport. All of these sponsors are seeking to reach and influence NASCAR’s huge audience, and one of the primary ways they
accomplish this is through vehicle wraps. The finely-tuned race cars driven by NASCAR’s top pros have become important advertising vehicles,
literally, for a host of major companies, including Budweiser, Chevrolet, Rheem, Caterpillar, Bass Pro Shops, and many more.
Of course, these cars don’t wrap themselves. Virtually every major NASCAR racing team depends on a crew of skilled graphics professionals
and technologically advanced digital printing equipment to design, produce and install the wraps. One such team is Richard Childress Racing
(RCR), which employs a staff of five to wrap the cars of high-profile drivers like Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Paul Menard. The design and
production work takes place at RCR’s 2,500 square foot Graphics Center, located on the team’s expansive campus in Welcome, N.C. After
creating and outputting the detailed color graphics on their Roland printers, the crew performs the actual wrap installations at three of RCR’s
15 on-campus body shops. In addition to wrapping the team’s race cars, RCR also wraps the trucks and trailers that transport these cars to
and from various race tracks across the country.
According to David Hart, director of corporate communication for Richard Childress Racing, the quality of each vehicle wrap is vital to RCR’s
overall success. “Sponsorship is the life blood of our organization, and big, bold, colorful graphics are essential for promoting the companies that
support us,” said Hart. “Our wraps directly represent and reflect the brands of our sponsors, so everything has to be perfect. With the cost of
sponsorship for a NASCAR Sprint Cup series team at $20 million or more, getting the graphics on the car just right, including color-matched logos, is
critical.”
For this season, RCR’s graphics professionals worked on redesigns (variations upon existing wraps) for returning sponsors, as well as completely new
wraps for two new Nationwide Series sponsors joining the team for 2013 – Shore Lodge and White Tail Resort. Additionally, the crew created a
special “Honey Nut Cheerios” wrap for the car full-time Nationwide Series driver Austin Dillon will use in his attempt to qualify for his first Daytona 500.
The race car that gets the most attention year after year is Harvick’s No. 29 Budweiser Chevrolet. “That’s our flagship wrap,” said RCR Graphics
Manager Nick Woodward. “The fact that Kevin drives that car has a lot to do with it, but the high quality design and colors of the wrap certainly
add to the attraction.”
RCR’s graphics team take advantage of the off-season to design and install wraps for its new and repeat sponsors. They also work diligently during
the season to make sure the wraps look good for every race. That isn’t an easy task, considering the wear and tear NASCAR racing puts on these
vehicles. “Under normal ‘city street’ conditions, vehicle wraps are durable and long lasting,” said Woodward. “But NASCAR conditions are far from
ordinary – it’s a world of scratches, bang-ups and full-on crashes. We completely re-wrap every one of our cars prior to each race, which means
we’re installing wraps on an average of seven to nine vehicles per week.”
Woodward points out that new NASCAR “Generation 6” auto body regulations brought about extra challenges, and work, for the RCR graphics
team as they prepared for the 2013 season. “NASCAR introduced a new set of body style and tolerance rules for this year, so we needed to create
new 3-D renderings and design templates for all of our wraps,” he explained. “The changes were significant, requiring both our graphics crew and
our digital printers to work overtime.”
To keep pace with these demands, Woodward and his team rely on four Roland eco-solvent large-format printers, including a 64-inch VersaCAMM
VS-640 metallic inkjet printer/cutter, and three SOLJET models – a 54-inch XC-540 printer/cutter, 64-inch XJ-640 printer, and a 54-inch XC-540MT
metallic inkjet printer/cutter. “Just about every graphics team in NASCAR has turned to digital printing technology versus paint,” said Woodward.
“A lighter vehicle means more speed, and whereas multiple layers of paint added around 14 pounds to one of our cars, a digital wrap adds only 9
pounds. Being able to easily remove a digitally created wrap to make body repairs is also a big advantage. Instead of having to strip off all that
paint, and then re-paint, a removable digital wrap can be peeled off quickly and easily.”
Woodward also stresses the importance of dependable equipment when it comes to fulfilling RCR’s extensive graphics needs. “When we’re in
full swing, prepping for the upcoming season, we don’t have time for problems or delays,” he said. “There are periods when we’re running our
Roland large-format printers 14 to 16 hours a day, seven days a week, pumping out the prints needed for our wraps. These machines are reliable
workhorses – we couldn’t get the job done without them.”
Roland DG Opens Manufacturing Facility in Thailand
Roland DG Corp., parent company of U.S.-based Roland DGA Corp., has announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility based in Bangkok,
Thailand, for the company’s digital printing equipment. As the company’s first to be located outside of Japan, the new production center is expected
to greatly strengthen the company’s manufacturing capabilities.
According to Masahiro Tomioka, president of Roland DG Corp., “We established this production center in Thailand primarily to plan and manufacture
large-format inkjet printers for developing countries across Asia, but it will also serve Roland globally in the areas of design and development. With
Thailand’s good infrastructure, plus the availability of skilled labor and strong network of supporting companies, we believe this new production center
will help us achieve our goals for global expansion.”
In establishing the factory in Thailand, Roland will benefit from better procurement capabilities, lower operating costs, and increased pricing
competitiveness. The company will also reduce its exposure to natural events that can occur regionally without warning, such as the 2011
earthquake and tsunami that impacted so many Japanese companies and their local supply chains.
The construction of the Thai factory was started in January 2012 and the facility became fully operational in October. Given the recent floods which
plagued the region in and around Bangkok, Roland’s new production center was designed with the floor of the factory raised approximately six feet
above ground level. Additionally, 300 85-foot-long piles were used to further support the building.
Production at the new facility is based on Roland’s own revolutionary “Digital Yatai” manufacturing model, a cell-based approach which employs
digital technologies such as on-screen instructions and automated systems to assist employees in the production of products. The approach has
been acclaimed worldwide for its ability to significantly reduce human errors, even for new workers.
The new facility is part of Roland’s “Global One” initiative, which is underway to strengthen the ties between each subsidiary and partnering company
in the 133 countries Roland serves. Through a more unified global approach to business, each Roland organization will be able to tap into broader
resources and respond faster and more flexibly to the complexities of their respective markets. Though the factory in Thailand will initially be a central
base for operations in the local region, going forward it will also handle planning and design functions which will enhance operations globally.
“By setting up this manufacturing facility in Thailand, Roland is now able to produce more affordable products that meet the increasing demand for
wide-format inkjet printers in Asia, as well as the rest of the world,” said Rick Scrimger, president of Roland DGA Corp. “It is exciting to see the
company expand its reach in this way. We look forward to passing on the many benefits of this new global center to our customers, not only
across Asia and the surrounding regions, but here in the Americas as well.”
Roland Academy Announces 2013 Webinar and Workshop Schedule
Roland Academy, Roland DGA’s training program, has announced its 2013 schedule, including dozens of new webinars and three “Born to Wrap”
vehicle graphics workshops to be held in Irvine, Calif., Louisville, Ky., and Welcome, N.C. (home of Richard Childress Racing).
Roland webinars cover a wide range of topics, including color management, file preparation, advanced software workflows, metallic inkjet printing,
gift engraving, serialization, apparel decoration, precision dental milling and subtractive rapid prototyping (SRP). Registered Roland owners receive
unlimited access to all Roland Academy webinars, as well as on-demand access to a comprehensive archive of previously recorded sessions.
Webinars are free to Roland registered owners and offered at a nominal cost to others.
Taught by the experts at Digital EFX Wraps, Roland “Born to Wrap” workshops present critical skills and techniques for designing, producing and
installing vehicle graphics and wraps. These courses consistently sell out in advance, so early registration is recommended.
“Roland Academy is an important part of our service and support offering and a great resource for customers at all levels,” said David Hawkes, group
product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “Our ‘Born to Wrap’ workshop continues to draw record attendance and our webinar series has really taken
off. This year we are bringing in a host of new guest webinar instructors to help Roland owners explore new materials, applications and techniques
to grow their businesses.”
The industry’s most comprehensive webinar and workshop offering, Roland Academy offers courses for the company’s entire product line, including
wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, vinyl cutters, engraving machines and milling machines. Instruction is provided by both in-house pros
and guest speakers, including experts from some of the industry’s leading software developers, such as CADlink, SAi, Corel, X-Rite, CGS USA, GMG
Color and ColorMetrix Technologies, LLC. Many inkjet webinars teach various aspects of VersaWorks workflows for better efficiency and productivity.
Since its inception in early 2011, the Roland Academy webinar program has attracted more than 5,000 participants.
Roland DGA Announces Major Changes to its Executive Management
Team
Roland DGA Corp. today announced major changes to its executive management team, including the naming of a new president and the promotion
of the company’s current president to an expanded international role with parent company Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan. Effective Jan. 1, 2013,
Rick Scrimger, formerly vice president of sales and marketing of Roland DGA, will replace current Roland DGA President Dave Goward, who has
been appointed president of worldwide sales and an executive officer for Roland DG.
The executive management changes within U.S.-based Roland DGA reflect larger organizational changes as Roland DG embarks on a new Global
One initiative designed to strengthen the corporation’s leadership positions in the markets it serves around the world. The announcements come as
Roland DGA, which caters to customers throughout North and South America, celebrates record sales along with its recognition earlier this month as
a Top Workplace in Orange County, Calif. The company’s extensive product line provides advanced technologies for creative professionals,
including wide-format inkjet printers, vinyl cutters, engravers, 3D rapid prototyping equipment, dental mills and impact printers.
Goward will continue with Roland DGA through the remainder of 2013 as chief executive officer, providing strategic guidance. Scrimger, upon assuming
his position as president of Roland DGA, will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the company and providing critical market insight to
Roland DG’s product development team.
“These are exciting times at Roland and I am honored to serve as president of worldwide sales,” Goward said. “As the entire Roland DG organization
embarks on its Global One initiative, we are enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead.”
Scrimger is also looking forward to his new responsibilities as president of Irvine-based Roland DGA. “I’m eager to begin building upon the incredible
track record of growth and success Dave has helped establish,” he said. “As a leader in so many growing markets, Roland is well positioned for the
future.”
With more than 30 years of senior-level management experience, including 18 years with Roland DGA, Goward has been instrumental in developing
the company’s sales, service and distribution organizations, resulting in 600 percent growth. Scrimger’s background includes 20 years in product
management, marketing and sales, including 15 with Roland DGA, most recently serving the company as vice president of sales and marketing. He
holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from Pitzer College and an MBA from the UCI Graduate School of Management.
Not many NASCAR fans get to spend time behind the scenes at a major racing group campus, rub elbows with star drivers like Kevin Harvick and Jeff
Burton, and watch Sprint Cup Series action from the best seats in the house at Charlotte Motor Speedway. This, however, is exactly what Mark Caron
and his wife Tera experienced after winning the Roland Race Experience Challenge, a contest held recently by digital printing leader Roland DGA.
Caron, owner of Payson, Utah-based MHC Sign and Design, won the Roland Race Experience Challenge back in August for his testimonial judged
“most compelling” of all contest entries submitted at Roland’s Restyling “Born to Wrap” Facebook page. The Grand Prize included an all-expense paid
trip to North Carolina, tickets to two Sprint Cup events, a VIP tour of the Richard Childress Racing (RCR) team graphics facility, and the opportunity to
meet some of the legends of the sport. The racing fan’s dream trip became reality for the couple in mid-October, when they boarded a jet bound for
Charlotte.
“We have always been huge NASCAR fans, but we never thought we’d have a chance to actually attend the races in Charlotte, let alone meet some of
the world’s top pros,” said Caron. “We also had the privilege of touring the Richard Childress Graphics Center and seeing how the RCR team works
their vehicle wrap magic. It was all simply incredible.”
Richard Childress Racing, one of the industry’s largest and busiest wrap design and installation facilities, relies on several Roland eco-solvent
large-format printers – including a 64-inch VersaCAMM VS-640 metallic inkjet printer/cutter and three SOLJET models – to meet the graphics needs
of nine teams, 10 professional drivers, including Harvick and Burton, and nearly one hundred sponsors.
“Being so close to all the action and meeting Kevin Harvick and other NASCAR stars was an experience we’ll never forget,” said Caron. We want to
thank Roland for making it all happen.”
Roland Academy’s December VersaWorks Webinar Series Focuses
on PANTONE Spot Color Management
Roland Academy, the training and education division of Roland DGA Corp., has announced a new two-part Tips & Tricks webinar series to be held
Dec. 11th and 18th, discussing valuable new features in the company’s VersaWorks RIP software.
The webinar series will take an in-depth look at brand new VersaWorks features, starting with an overview of the software’s new spot color
replacement feature Dec. 11th, and followed by a discussion of the new built-in PANTONE libraries Dec. 18th.
With the new spot color replacement feature, users can quickly and easily replace any defined spot color from a design file with another spot color from
one of VersaWorks’ spot color libraries – all without accessing the source file. With VersaWorks, users have access to 16 spot color libraries total,
including six new PANTONE libraries and the Roland Color System, Roland’s own spot color matching solution featuring more than 1,500 traditional
and metallic hues.
The new PANTONE libraries allow users to quickly and easily convert any PANTONE color from a design file to a CMYK value that can be reproduced
on any Roland inkjet device. This simplified workflow significantly reduces the amount of time required for color matching and enables quick output of
specific colors when working with properly profiled media.
“Spot color management features with this level of functionality are typically found only in the industry’s most advanced and expensive RIP
software,” said Dana Curtis, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “We are proud to offer these new tools and other powerful VersaWorks
features to our digital printing customers free of charge, helping them improve their productivity, explore new design options, and maximize their
technology investments.”
Roland DGA Corp. has announced VersaWorks Version 4.8, a full featured easy-to-use RIP software package developed exclusively for the company’s
wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters.
With the new version of VersaWorks, Roland has added a total of six libraries from the PANTONE PLUS and Goe™ product lines, valuable design
and production tools for high-end graphics and any application where precise color matching is vital. These libraries allow users to automatically
convert a specific PANTONE spot color in the design file to a CMYK value that can be reproduced on a Roland inkjet device. This simplified
workflow significantly reduces the amount of time required for color matching and enables quick output of specific colors when working with
properly profiled media.
Roland’s latest version of VersaWorks also features a new spot color replacement feature which allows users to automatically replace a defined spot
color in the design file with another from any VersaWorks library, all without reopening the source file. With VersaWorks, users have access to 16 spot
color libraries, including the new PANTONE libraries and the Roland Color System, Roland’s own spot color matching solution featuring more than
1,500 traditional and metallic hues. Users can also replace the spot colors in their designs with white and clear ink options supported by several
Roland inkjets.
“As a leader in the wide-format printing industry, Roland provides versatile production tools for some of the world’s most creative businesses,” said
Andrew Hatkoff, vice president of technology licensing and business development. “We are pleased to partner with Roland to bring all the
advantages of PANTONE spot color matching to these businesses. As the standard for the design and graphics industry, PANTONE provides
end users with complete creative flexibility, precision color matching and enhanced imaging across the applications driving their businesses.”
“With Version 4.8, we have enhanced VersaWorks with new breakthrough color management features,” said Hiroshi Ono, group product manager for
Roland DGA Corp. “We are proud to offer our first built-in PANTONE libraries, making spot color matching even easier and more accurate. As our
own bundled RIP software, VersaWorks brings this innovative new capability – and many other advanced VersaWorks features – directly to our
customers, free of charge, in an easy-to-use, fully integrated solution.”
The top choice of durable graphics professionals worldwide, Roland digital printing equipment is ideal for producing signs, banners, vehicle wraps,
custom apparel, packaging prototypes, labels, decals and POP displays. Based on the latest Adobe CPSI 3019 engine, VersaWorks 4.8 RIP software
works seamlessly with all Roland inkjets and is compatible with Windows 8, 7, Vista and XP operating systems.
In addition to shipping with all new models, VersaWorks 4.8 is available to existing Roland inkjet customers free of charge through an Internet connection
using the Roland@NET service.
Other valuable VersaWorks features include a range of print options that allow users to meet the demands of each job. Users can choose from
high-speed mode for production banner printing, the MAX Impact preset for vivid outdoor graphics and Artistic mode for exceptional indoor
graphics. VersaWorks also features variable data printing, supports up to four Roland devices simultaneously, and offers support for Roland’s
GX series cutters. Embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, soft proofing capabilities, and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting
options are available as well. For flawless unattended printing, a predictive ink calculator allows users to estimate the amount of ink needed for
each job.
Roland DGA Announces Price Reductions on Popular VersaCAMM
VS-540 and VS-640 Wide-Format Printer/Cutters
Roland DGA Corp. has announced significant price reductions on two of its state-of-the-art VersaCAMM Wide-Format Inkjet Printers, making these
advanced, highly versatile printer/cutters more affordable than ever. Consumers can now save $4,000 on an advanced Roland VS-540 (previously
$23,995, now $19,995) and $3,000 on a VS-640 (previously $26,995, now $23,995).
“VersaCAMM wide-format printer/cutters are world-renowned for their quality, precision, reliability and ease of use,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president,
sales & marketing of Roland DGA Corp. “Our new pricing structure lowers the cost of these two incredibly popular VS models substantially, making
VersaCAMM performance available at a fantastic value to existing customers looking to upgrade or add a second printer, and to new Roland
customers.”
Roland’s VersaCAMM VS-540 and VS-640 boast proprietary technology, integrated printing and contour cutting, and a host of innovative user
features that separate these award-winning wide-format inkjet printers from any others in their class. Both models combine impressive print speed
with unsurpassed image quality to deliver stunning results across a wide range of applications, including signs, banners, vehicle graphics and wraps,
packaging prototypes, labels, decals, POP displays, apparel heat transfers, and more. They are also capable of using Eco-Sol MAX metallic and
white inks, allowing digital printers to incorporate unique, high-impact graphic effects that elevate any brand message.
Roland Introduces New SoftSign Woven Polyester, WallFlair
Removable Fabric, and WallFlair Removable Vinyl Media
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced new SoftSign™ Woven Polyester, WallFlair™ Removable Fabric, and WallFlair™ Removable Vinyl to its extensive
product lineup of certified media, further expanding the range of creative options available to users of its advanced large-format printers.
Roland’s SoftSign Woven Polyester, composed of 100 percent polyester and specially coated for eco-solvent printers, is ideal for a variety of
applications, including banners, POP, and short-term outdoor signage. This premium fabric is perfect for trade show graphics too, as it’s
significantly lighter than vinyl banner, allowing for reduced shipping costs. A durable material with a lustrous finish, SoftSign produces
unsurpassed results when used with Roland’s state-of-the-art digital printing equipment. Its unique design and composition delivers prints that
offer great color saturation, but dries fast for maximum productivity and efficiency. SoftSign™ is available in 30” x 100’ or 54” x 100’ rolls.
Roland has also added new fire-retardant WallFlair Removable Fabric to its family of media offerings. A high quality, affordably-priced, 6.7 mil, 150 x 150
denier fabric with an adhesive back, WallFlair Removable Fabric is an excellent choice for enhancing indoor walls in office, retail or residential settings
with colorful, vibrant graphics and effects. “Our new Wall Flair Removable Fabric will be an extremely popular media for the interior décor market,”
says Julie Gederos, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “Not only does it have a great white point, but it also has improved opacity over
many of the materials in this segment. It offers print/cut versatility and is easy to install because it’s repositionable.” Roland offers WallFlair
Removable Fabric in 20” x 50’, 30” x 100’ and 54” x 100’ rolls.
New WallFlair Removable Vinyl is a 6 mil matte, calendered, fire-retardant vinyl with acrylic, pressure-sensitive, ultra-removable adhesive, specially
designed for retail locations and home décor wall graphic applications. “This is an outstanding media for adding decorative touches to a store or a
POP display,” noted Gederos. WallFlair Vinyl can be applied to virtually any non-textured flat or painted wall surface, as well as most types of
wallpaper and wood paneling. Its proprietary adhesive makes installation and removal a breeze, with no messy residue left behind when you
take it down. WallFlair ensures high color saturation and fine detail, allowing for the incorporation of stunning design elements. It’s available in
20” x 50’, 30” x 100’ and 54” x 100’ rolls.
All of Roland DGA’s new media products – including SoftSignWoven Polyester, WallFlair Removable Fabric and WallFlair Removable Vinyl – are profiled
for VersaWorks RIP software and made for use with Roland’s advanced Eco-Sol MAX and Eco-Sol MAX 2 inks.
Grand Prize Winner Named in T-ShirtForums.com’s 7th Annual Design
Contest
T-ShirtForums.com has announced that KA Grafix of Fredericksburg, Va., was voted the grand prize winner in the forum’s 7th Anniversary Design
Contest Extravaganza. As the contest winner, KA Grafix will receive a new Roland VersaStudio BN-20 T-shirt printing press, complete with a supply
of inks and media.
With more than 170,000 members, T-ShirtForums.com is the industry’s largest online community of T-shirt designers, printers, manufacturers and
entrepreneurs. Each year, the forum sponsors a themed T-shirt design contest on its website at www.t-shirtforums.com. This year’s contest drew
89 entries, each designed around the theme, “Social Media.”
The winning design, ‘Battle of the Giants,’ depicts the two top social media companies battling it out in a comical, yet intriguing image. The graphic
artfully features Facebook as an open book, with its pages fanned out to reveal a woman’s face. While this image clearly dominates the design, it
appears to be under attack by a storm of blue feathers representing the rise of Twitter.
“We had a blast brain storming for this theme, and the consensus was ‘less is more,’” said Marina Caminos, business manager for KA Grafix. “There
were so many great designs represented in this contest. It is a real honor to have won, and we’re excited to begin printing with our new VersaStudio
BN-20. This printer will open up additional areas for us as a company, as we had to outsource specific projects previously. Being a new start-up,
diversity is paramount in maintaining a presence in the apparel decorating community. We feel the Versa Studio BN-20 will assist us in meeting
our company vision. ”
At 20 inches wide, Roland’s VersaStudio BN-20 printer/cutter is the perfect production tool for T-shirt heat transfers, printing and contour cutting designs
in one seamless workflow. In addition, the BN-20 can be used to print a wide range of graphics, including stickers, decals, posters, window signs, floor
graphics and banners. Three eco-solvent ink configurations are available, including CMYK only, CMYK plus metallic silver ink for adding high-end
metallic colors and effects to graphics, and CMYK plus white ink for printing on clear media.
Priced at $8,495, including VersaWorks RIP software, the VersaStudio BN-20 is available through authorized Roland dealers, and is supported by
the company’s industry-leading customer service, support and training. Roland also offers a selection of profiled media sized to fit the BN-20,
including its popular HTM2 heat transfer material, available in 20-inch rolls.
Roland Introduces its Fastest SOLJET Printer/Cutter to Date
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced the SOLJET Pro 4 XR-640, the industry’s most advanced large-format color printer to combine integrated print/cut
technology with an innovative new print head design, accelerated print speeds and new, reformulated Eco-Sol MAX 2 inks in nine colors, including
white, metallic silver and light black.
The 64-inch Pro 4 is purpose built for production printing with a dual inline and mirrored print head configuration that yields outstanding image
quality at a maximum print speed of 528 sq. ft./hr. Print speeds for white and metallic inks are more than 50 percent faster than those of previous
models. The new Roland Pro 4 fires droplets of seven different sizes for exceptionally smooth gradations and flawless solid colors. Integrated
contour cutting produces graphics of virtually any shape in one seamless workflow.
“As the industry's first printer/cutter to pack in this much power and versatility, the Pro 4 is truly a ‘Swiss Army knife’ for wide-format printing,” said
Eric Zimmerman, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “New high-density inks include white, metallic silver and light black, allowing shops to
reach profitable new applications and markets. And, while the Pro 4 XR-640 is bigger and faster than its predecessor, the XC-540, it actually costs less."
The Pro 4 XR-640 features Eco-Sol MAX 2, a new generation of Roland’s award-winning eco-solvent ink that offers outstanding long-term outdoor
durability, scratch and chemical resistance, broad media support and a wide color gamut. Developed exclusively for the Pro 4’s new print engine,
Eco-Sol MAX 2 is ideal for popular applications, including banners, signage, decals, vehicle graphics, interior décor, wall graphics and wraps, backlit
displays, and photographic reproductions.
Eco-Sol MAX 2 adds value and impact to graphics with three specialty inks. New light black ink ensures a neutral gray for smooth gradations, natural
skin tones and precision photographic images. An improved, reformulated white ink offers even greater opacity for exceptionally bright white text,
graphics and floods. Metallic silver inkjet ink, also improved for brighter color, can be printed as a pure spot color or combined with CMYK to create
hundreds of shimmering metallic colors and effects.
As Roland’s most advanced SOLJET, the Pro 4 boasts a range of features that make operation efficient and cost effective, including an automated
ink circulation system that reduces ink usage and maintenance requirements for white and metallic silver inks. A powerful, three-stage heater and
optional dryer unit improve production, and a built-in take-up system handles media rolls up to 88 pounds for long, unattended production runs.
The Pro 4 comes complete with Version 4.8 of Roland’s VersaWorks RIP software, featuring powerful new features to enhance image quality and
improve productivity, including a built-in PANTONE® spot color library. When using this library, the PANTONE spot color in the design file is
automatically converted to a CMYK value.
Scheduled for release in November, Roland’s latest version of VersaWorks also includes a new predictive ink calculator that estimates the amount of
ink needed for each job for flawless unattended printing. Also included are variable data printing, support for multiple devices and the Roland Color
System for easy, accurate spot color matching of more than 1,000 standard colors and 512 metallic colors. A spot color replacement feature allows
users to automatically replace a spot color with any option from within Roland Color without reopening the file in graphics editing software. A metallic
texture library is included as well, making it easy to add textures and effects to metallic images for premium results.
The Pro 4 is backed by the Roland OnSupport service, a remote monitoring system that automatically sends email alerts to any designated smart
phone or computer when a job is completed or ink runs low. The Pro 4 also comes with the Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty Gold Edition,* which
covers all parts and labor, including print head replacement. Along with two years of no-cost service and repair, the Gold Edition warranty includes
two preventative maintenance visits by an authorized Roland dealer. These sessions follow Roland’s 20-point checklist of tests and procedures
designed to enhance printer performance over the long term, including full calibrations, powerful cleanings and mechanical adjustments.
Digitally Printed Graphics are a Hot Story at HBO’s The Newsroom
"Television shows take audiences to some exciting places, and one of the best places to be these days is HBO’s “The Newsroom.” This hot new show
starring Jeff Daniels was created by screenwriter, producer and playwright Aaron Sorkin, whose Academy and Emmy award-winning work includes
“The Social Network,” “A Few Good Men,” “The West Wing” and “Moneyball.”
The show artfully blends reports of real life news events with the fictional lives of its characters. And while big names dominate the on-screen ensemble,
behind the scenes some of Hollywood’s top experts have been hard at work setting the stage for that late breaking news.
Among them is graphic designer Martin T. Charles. With more than 50 feature films to his name, including recent hits such as “Public Enemies,” “Love and
Other Drugs,” “Miami Vice,” “Leatherheads” and “Larry Crowne,” Charles has spent his career working with top Hollywood directors, producers,
production designers and movie stars, from Ron Howard, Tom Hanks and Michael Mann to Julia Roberts and Johnny Depp. His job? Creating the
graphic elements, from props to backdrops and scenery, that together transport the viewer into a world of his making – in this case, an elaborate
newsroom where most of the show’s story lines unfold.
“Projects such as this require me to work around the clock, using the industry’s best and most reliable equipment,” said Charles, who operates as 64-inch
Roland VersaCAMM VS inkjet printer/cutter, a sophisticated, high-speed printer designed to produce the bigger-than-life images Hollywood requires.
“This printer features specialized, durable inks in a variety of colors, including metallic and white, for the quality imaging and unique visual effects
demanded on the set,” he said. “Plus it cuts graphics into virtually any organic shape. It’s quite a machine.”
Charles was brought on board about six weeks before shooting began to support production designer Richard Hoover. As the set’s centerpiece,
Hoover envisioned a dramatic two-story wall mural accented by a modern spiral staircase.
“The idea was to create a very large, translucent two-story newsroom set, visually designed so that from every room and every angle, you saw large,
imposing graphics – yet were left with a sense of ease,” Charles said. “It was a great concept.”
To reflect this creative vision, Charles used his Roland to print dozens of graphics, covering every glass wall, window and door of the newsroom, many
featuring metallic designs. Using etched glass vinyl, he created a dramatic bluish backdrop that became one of the main color palettes for the show.
In all, the main two-story wall wrap measured 115 feet long by 18 feet high and required more than 2,000 square feet of printed media. Other graphics
included hundreds of decorative elements, from wallpaper to signage and other props.
”It was difficult to produce all the elements needed in the tight time frame provided, but then that’s Hollywood,” said Charles. “In the end, the results
were fantastic. The producers were impressed with all the images and the overall effect, and I can thank my Roland for that.”
Roland Technology Helps Animal Planet TV Series Tanked Create
Outlandish Fish Tanks for Celebrity Clients
The next time you’re watching the Animal Planet television series “Tanked,” keep an eye out for one of Roland’s advanced wide-format inkjet printers, or
state-of-the-art rotary engraving machines on the set. The hosts and graphic design team of the popular Animal Planet series are using Roland equipment
in the creation of many of their wild and elaborate fish tanks.
“Tanked” follows the antics of two brothers-in-law – Wayde King and Brett Raymer – as they run the nation’s largest aquarium company, Acrylic
Tank Manufacturing (ATM). King, Raymer and the rest of the “Tanked” crew rely on a Roland VersaCAMM VS-640 wide-format inkjet printer/cutter
and a Roland EGX-360 Rotary Engraving Machine to add unique design touches to their unconventional, larger-than-life projects.
According to Phillip Dominguez, art director for Acrylic Tank Manufacturing and owner of Identity, Inc, a Las Vegas-based advertising and print studio,
Roland technology is playing an essential role in the making of ATM’s highly customized fish tanks. “We build tanks for a long list of noteworthy clients,
including some A-list celebrities, and each one is incredibly personalized for the individual,” said Dominguez. “An important part of that customization
process is incorporating bold, colorful prints and precision graphics, and that’s exactly what the VersaCAMM VS-640 delivers.”
Dominguez is also impressed by the design elements made possible by the VS-640 printer’s specialty ink capabilities. “Having the ability to incorporate
white and metallic inks into our graphics is a big advantage, he noted. “Other printers we’ve used in the past simply didn’t have this kind of
functionality.”
ATM has used its Roland large-format inkjet printer/cutter to build many memorable client aquariums, some of which have been showcased on
“Tanked.” These projects include a one-of-a-kind “Mob” fish tank for the Tropicana Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, as well as incredibly inventive
“New York Phone Booth” and “Pinball Machine” tanks built for private residences, all featuring stunning, vibrant Roland prints.
While ATM relies heavily on its Roland printer/cutter to help bring its tanks to life, the company has found additional uses for this versatile machine as
well. “We used our Roland to wrap the ATM truck and trailer,” explained Dominguez. “It’s an unbeatable promotional vehicle…pardon the pun. You
can’t miss our rig as it cruises down the road. Like our tank graphics, the vehicle wraps are bright, colorful and unusual.”
ATM is also using its Roland EGX-360 Rotary Engraver to add special touches to the unusual fish tanks the team builds for restaurants, casinos, banks,
hotels, churches, corporate offices, mansions, zoos and museums around the globe. “We’re really just getting started with the EGX-360, but from
what I’ve seen so far, it’s another truly amazing machine, noted Dominguez. “I can think of all kinds of applications for projects we’re planning in the
second half of the season. It’s the perfect tool for adding eye-catching 3-D effects to the one-of-a-kind tanks we create.”
As grand prize winner of the Roland Race Experience Challenge, Mark Caron of MHC Sign and Design is packing his bags for the motorsports trip of a
lifetime. Compliments of Roland, he and a guest will travel from his home in Payson, Utah to Charlotte, N.C. to tour the renowned Richard Childress
Racing (RCR) Campus and Graphics Center, meet racing industry legends, and experience the best seats in the house at top motorsports events Oct.
12 and 13.
The VIP trip was awarded to Mark for his Roland Race Experience Challenge entry, a testimonial on Roland digital printing equipment which was
judged “most compelling” from all other contest entries submitted at the Roland Restyling “Born to Wrap” Facebook page (www.facebook.com/restyling).
He wrote, “Since we bought our Roland printer, our business has tripled. The inks are the most vibrant, durable and longest lasting, and when we
compare our wrapped vehicles with our competitors’ wraps, there is a drastic difference. You can tell that Roland inks are far superior! Roland stands
behind their product with top notch customer service technicians and an excellent warranty. The print/cut feature saves us shop space and allows
us to focus on our next design while the machine is doing its job flawlessly. Roland . . . the ONLY choice in the wrap industry.”
“From the dozens of enthusiastic entries we received, Mark’s testimonial truly stood out, illustrating the passion Roland customers have for their work
and our products,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager of Roland DGA Corp. “We look forward to sharing all the excitement of
the sport with him. Few racing organizations have accomplished what RCR has – more than 200 victories and 14 championships, including six in the
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series.”
As part of his grand prize trip, Mark will also tour the RCR Graphics Center, one of the industry’s largest and busiest wrap design and installation
facilities, supporting nine teams, 10 drivers, nearly one hundred sponsors and numerous events each season.
To keep up with the organization’s demands, the RCR Graphics Center relies on Roland eco-solvent wide-format printers, including one 64-inch
VersaCAMM VS-640 metallic inkjet printer/cutter, and three SOLJET models – a 54-inch XC-540 printer/cutter, a 64-inch XJ-640 printer and a 54-inch
XC-540MT metallic inkjet printer/cutter. Roland VersaUV LED printers are also used on-site to produce a variety of signage and event graphics for
pit boxes and other high profile areas around the track, as well as for Childress Vineyards.
“Throughout the racing season, we operate around the clock,” said Nick Woodward, graphics manager for the RCR Graphics Center. “That’s where
Roland comes in. Roland printers are built for the fast pace of professional racing. Our drivers always hit the track in style.”
Roland Introduces New, Heavier Glossy Photobase Paper to its Media
Offerings
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced newGlossy Photobase Paperto its comprehensive selection of media offerings for digital printers. With its high gloss
and excellent contrast characteristics, this premium, heavy-weight(10.5 mil) paper is specially designed to enhance image quality and maximize the
eye-catching effects ofmetallic graphics.
Glossy Photobase Paper is the perfect receptor for Roland’s Eco-Sol MAX solvent inks, making it an extremely versatile solution for fine art and
photographic images, including posters, presentation boards, POP displays, trade show graphics, and more. Profiles available within VersaWorks
RIP Software allow end users to take full advantage of Roland’s Glossy Photobase Paper by optimizing print quality, color and vibrancy.
“This true photobase paper further expands Roland’sapplication offerings for wide-format inkjet users,” said Julie Gedaros, product manager of
e-commerce, supplies and accessories for Roland DGA Corp. “By enabling unique metallic accents to be added to prints, it opens up new
markets to print service providers such as wedding photography.”
Roland’s Glossy Photobase Paper (SCM-GPP2) is available in 20” x 100’, 30” x 100’ and 54” x 100’ roll sizes to suit varying printer sizes. To purchase
the media, contact a Roland authorized dealer, orvisit the Roland DGA Online Store.
Roland DGA Announces Cash Back Summer Rebate Program
Roland DGA Corp. has announced the start of its exciting Summer Rebate program, offering manufacturer rebates of up to $4,000 on selected
wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters from the company’s popular VersaCAMM, SOLJET and VersaUV series.
Now through the end of August, you can take advantage of a $1,000 factory rebate on the purchase of a Roland VS-540 or VS-640 Printer/Cutter.
Even larger rebates of $2,000 and $4,000 are available on Roland’s SOLJET-XC-540 Printer/Cutter and state-of-the-art VersaUV LEJ-640 Hybrid
Flatbed Printer, respectively. Complete program details are available online at www.rolanddga.com/promo/2012/summer.
“This is a unique opportunity to experience incredible savings on the most technologically advanced, yet user-friendly, wide-format inkjet printers on the
market today,” said Joe Dawson, Roland DGA’s director of sales. “We’ve built our reputation on providing unparalleled product quality, performance
and customer support. Our Summer Promotional Rebate program makes Roland ownership more affordable than ever by putting a significant amount
of cash back in the consumer’s pocket.”
Roland’s VersaCAMM VS-540 and VS-640 Printer/Cutters ($1,000 rebate) set a new standard for digital printing equipment, incorporating superior
print head technology, integrated print/cut capabilities, outstanding media handling and exceptionally fast print speeds. The most versatile wide-format
inkjet printers within the VersaCAMM series, both the 54-inch VS-540 and 64-inch VS-640 allow you to use metallic and white inks for additional impact
and stunning results. Digital printers seeking higher production volume and even greater functionality can opt for the Roland SOLJET XC-540 ($2,000
rebate) – a 54-inch printer/cutter that’s ideal for large-format banners, signs, vehicle graphics, decals, POP displays and more. For unsurpassed printing
of CMYK, white and clear coat on virtually any substrate up to a half-inch thick, there’s the Roland VersaUV LEJ-640 Hybrid Flatbed Printer ($4,000
rebate). The LEJ-640 also lets you print white on a variety of clear and colored media for eye-catching text and graphics.
Roland’s Cash Back Summer Rebate program is valid in the U.S. only, ends August 31, 2012 and is limited to stock on hand. To learn more about
Roland’s complete lineup of high quality wide-format inkjet printers, visit the Roland website at www.rolanddga.com, or call (800) 542-2307.
New X-Rite Color Management Tools Available From Roland
Roland DGA Corp. has expanded its line of inkjet printing accessories and supplies with i1Basic Pro 2 and i1Publish Pro 2, two powerful color
management solutions from X-Rite, the global leader in color science and technology. Compatible with Roland’s award-winning line of wide-format
printers and printer/cutters, these proven solutions bring together the industry’s most advanced color management hardware and software tools to
ensure precision imaging across multiple devices and media.
“We are excited to offer these new advanced color management tools to our customers, which will help them achieve even better print quality across
production environments both small and large,” said Julie Gederos, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “The new solutions extend the color
management capabilities of our own VersaWorks RIP software by enabling users to simplify their color management workflow.”
Designed for any application where color matching is critical, X-Rite’s i1Basic Pro 2 allows professionals to calibrate their monitors to display accurate
digital color while linearizing their Roland printers for consistent output. This solution includes X-Rite’s new i1Pro 2 spectrophotometer, Pantone®
Color Manager software and the all-new, more robust i1 accessories package, including an ambient light measurement head, monitor holder,
scanning ruler, backup board and spot color positioning target.
For a complete color management solution from design to finished print, users can upgrade to i1Publish Pro 2. This expanded solution includes the
i1Basic Pro 2 package, as well as i1Profiler software, which allows users to develop their own custom media profiles based on the Roland printers in
their production environment. As an added bonus, ColorChecker is included for users interested in camera calibration.
Priced at $1,199 and $2,098 respectively, i1Basic Pro 2 and i1Publish Pro 2 are available immediately from authorized Roland dealers and online at the
Roland DGA Store. Other new Roland accessories for inkjet customers include a new line of anti-static kits from TAKK for users of any Roland 54-,
64- or 74-inch printer or printer/cutter. Additionally, a new Benes dryer line is now available for customers who purchase a VersaCAMM VS inkjet
printer/cutter with a double white ink configuration.
Enter the Roland Race Experience Challenge to Win a Free VIP Trip to
Top Motorsports Locales and Events
Start your engines! It’s “green flag” time for the Roland Race Experience Challenge, a new contest sponsored by Roland DGA Corp.
Now through July 31, Roland wrap businesses across the U.S. and Canada can enter to win an incredible grand prize package that includes: an
all-expense paid trip for two to Charlotte, N.C. to tour the Richard Childress Racing (RCR) Campus and Graphics Center, entry into top motorsports
events scheduled for Oct. 12 and 13 in Charlotte, access to the RCR hospitality suite throughout the events, an autographed photo with an RCR
driver and more.
To enter, interested Roland vehicle graphics customers simply need to visit the Roland Restyling “Born to Wrap” page at www.facebook.com/restyling
and provide a brief testimonial (150 words or less) on how Roland equipment has helped their wrap business thrive.
The entrant with the most compelling story, as judged by the experts at Roland and RCR, will win the race experience of a lifetime. The contest
winner will be announced August 6 at the Roland DGA website and Facebook page.
“We are proud to be an official sponsor of Richard Childress Racing and look forward to sharing all the excitement of pro racing with our contest
winner,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president of sales and marketing for Roland DGA Corp. “RCR headquarters epitomizes the spirit of the sport,
bringing together the world’s fastest cars with legendary competitors and cutting-edge technologies, including a host of Roland printers, all in a
beautiful setting that includes the Richard Childress Racing Museum and Childress Vineyards, an award-winning winery owned by Richard Childress.”
“We are excited to give the winner an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at everything we do to prep for a race,” said Nick Woodward, graphics
manager for the RCR Graphics Center. “As fellow wrap professionals, we know just how involved and demanding this business can be. Roland and
RCR make a great team.”
To keep RCR cars and trucks looking their best, the Richard Childress Racing Graphics Center relies on four Roland eco-solvent wide-format printers,
including a 64-inch VersaCAMM VS-640 metallic inkjet printer/cutter, and three SOLJET models, a 54-inch XC-540 printer/cutter, a 64-inch XJ-640
printer and a 54-inch XC-540MT metallic inkjet printer/cutter.
The RCR Graphics Center also produces a variety of signage and event graphics for pit boxes and other high profile areas around the track, as well
as for Childress Vineyards. To produce these graphics, the shop operates two Roland VersaUV LED printers, including a 64-inch LEJ-640 hybrid
roll-to-roll flatbed printer which prints directly onto boards and other thick media, and a 30-inch LEC-330 inkjet printer/cutter. Both feature ECO-UV
inks in CMYK, white and clear, for premium results, including custom varnishing and embossing effects.
Roland Creative Awards Grand Prize Winner Named at Roland DG’s
30th Anniversary Global Event
Roland DG employees, affiliates, customers and friends from all over the world gathered last week at the company’s headquarters in Hamamatsu,
Japan to celebrate three decades of Roland innovation and creativity.
The week-long 30th anniversary event included a day of fun and festivities at the company’s headquarters, followed by tours of Tokyo and Kyoto.
Throughout the event, all eyes were on the 16 attending regional finalists in the company’s recent Roland Creative Awards international contest,
whose work was recognized as the world’s most creative and innovative from 1,193 contest entries.
The highlight of the celebration came Tuesday evening when Roland DG President Masahiro Tomioka awarded the contest’s grand prize to the
Lu Xun Academy of Fine Arts in North Eastern China. Accepting the award were Du Haibin and Jiao Hongwei, industrial design professors at the
university. As the grand prize, Haibin and Hongwei have selected a Roland EGX-360 gift engraver for the university.
“Our entry, a scale model tunneling machine, was part of a transportation-themed project that teaches students how to transform a 2D design into a
3D prototype,” Haibin said. “Winning the Roland award is important to our school as it provides visibility to our efforts and assists us in attaining
funding for future projects.”
The elaborate winning prototype was produced on a Roland MDX-540 milling machine and is comprised of several sections that were each milled
separately from a variety of materials. Along its surface are many intricate contours, textures and details made possible by the precision of Roland
subtractive rapid prototyping technology.
The Roland Creative Awards invited Roland businesses from more than 120 countries worldwide to submit their best work as produced on the company’s
wide-format inkjet printers, vinyl cutters, engravers, 3D milling machines and other production tools. Entries spanned industries and applications, and
included everything from signage, banners and vehicle wraps to personalized accessories, jewelry designs, decorated apparel and even tattoo art.
The entire gallery of entries can be viewed online at www.rolandcreativeawards.com.
More than 75 prizes were awarded throughout the contest, which ran from Sept. 2011 to Jan. 2012. In addition to being a showcase of creativity, the
contest illustrated the breadth of Roland’s technological achievements, developed and advanced over the past 30 years.
“It is a privilege to be part of such a dynamic, accomplished organization and to be here among friends and colleagues for this very special event,”
Tomioka said. “When I look back at the company’s origins, it’s hard to imagine how far we have come and how many lives we have touched. The
tremendous work of our customers on display through the Roland Creative Awards really says it all. When you empower creative professionals with
innovative tools and technologies, the possibilities are endless. To that end, we will continue to pursue excellence, and we look forward to inspiring
our customers’ creativity in the future.”
Win a Roland VersaStudio BN-20 by Entering T-ShirtForums.com’s 7th
Anniversary T-Shirt Design Contest
As the main sponsor of T-ShirtForums.com’s 7th Anniversary Design Contest Extravaganza, Roland DGA Corp. is pleased to provide the competition’s
grand prize: a VersaStudio BN-20 desktop printer/cutter, complete with a supply of inks and media.
With more than 170,000 members, T-ShirtForums.com is the industry’s largest online community of T-shirt designers, printers, manufacturers and
entrepreneurs. Open for entries at www.t-shirtforums.com, the contest invites forum members to highlight their best T-shirt designs to express this
year’s theme, “Social Media.” Entries will be accepted through June 15, 2012, with winners being determined through an online vote.
“We encourage every T-ShirtForums.com member to enter this contest,” said Dana Curtis, product manager for Roland. “The BN-20 is tailor made for
these businesses, and the return on investment is compelling. In fact, customers of our BN-20 that operate T-shirt shops report that the machine has
paid for itself within the first month of operation.”
“The BN-20 has generated a lot of buzz in the industry, and we are excited to offer it as the grand prize,” said Rodney Blackwell, administrator for
T-ShirtForums.com. “What other printer allows you to produce high-quality T-shirt graphics with metallic colors, all from your desktop?”
At 20 inches wide, Roland’s VersaStudio BN-20 printer/cutter prints and contour cuts designs in one seamless workflow. In addition to T-shirt heat
transfers, the BN-20 can be used to print a wide range of graphics, including stickers, decals, posters, window signs, floor graphics and banners.
Several ink configurations are available, including CMYK plus white ink for printing on clear media, as well as CMYK plus metallic silver ink for adding
high-end metallic colors and effects to any graphic. The BN-20 is also equipped with an automated ink circulation system that reduces maintenance
and minimizes ink costs for white and metallic silver models. Roland’s VersaWorks RIP software is included, providing users with an extensive spot
color library for both traditional and metallic colors.
Priced at $8,495, the VersaStudio BN-20 is available through authorized Roland dealers, and is supported by the company’s industry-leading customer
service, support and training. Roland also offers a selection of profiled media sized to fit the BN-20, including its popular HTM2 heat transfer material,
available in 20-inch rolls.
Roland Announces New VersaArt RE-640 64-Inch
Four-Color Printer
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced the 64-inch VersaArt RE-640 four-color printer, upgraded with the company’s newest eight-channel printhead technology
and other advanced features that make it both a powerful production platform and one of the industry’s best-in-class values.
“The RE-640 takes VersaArt technology to the next level at an even more affordable price point,” said Eric Zimmerman, product manager for Roland DGA
Corp. “Equipped with our newest printhead technology and award-winning Eco-Sol MAX ink, the RE-640 fires drops of seven different sizes for
exceptionally smooth gradations. As a result, it produces high-fidelity photographs and flawless solid colors for both indoor and outdoor applications.”
Priced at $16,995, the RE-640 is ideally suited for volume production of signs, posters, vehicle and wall wraps, banners, backlit displays and more. As
Roland’s first VersaArt printer to incorporate the company’s gold-plated printhead technology, the RE-640 produces precise details, flawless skin tones
and the most subtle gradations. Its double CMYK ink configuration has been mirrored (CMYKKYMC) to prevent banding in bi-directional mode, and
Roland Intelligent Pass Control further enhances image quality by minimizing any trace of ink bleeding and ensuring precise media feeding between
passes.
Designed for production printing, the VersaArt RE-640 produces rich, vivid colors at print speeds up to 248.6 sqft/hr. Automated maintenance
features, including a new printhead wiper system, minimize ink, labor and downtime, and an optional take-up system handles media rolls up to 88
pounds for long unattended production runs. Roland VersaWorks RIP software is included, featuring variable data printing and advanced color
management tools, including the Roland Color Library for easy, accurate spot color matching. The RE-640 is also backed by the Roland OnSupport
service, a remote monitoring system that automatically sends email alerts to any designated smart phone or computer when a job is completed or ink
runs low.
To help customers expand their businesses online, Roland DGA Corp. has partnered with Keen Systems, Inc., to make setting up an online storefront
easy and affordable for the Roland inkjet community.
A revolutionary cloud-based e-commerce solution developed for the printing industry, Keen makes it easy for print service providers of virtually any size
or specialty to get online quickly. With an online presence, end users can optimize their existing customer relationships and increase exposure to
new consumers they would never have reached otherwise. An end-to-end solution, Keen automates online sales and marketing processes, from
online stores and private portals to lead generation, order processing, shipment tracking and more. Keen’s innovative subscription based model
removes costly license fees, as well as the setup and maintenance expenses involved in e-commerce, and helps customers quickly establish a
powerful Web presence.
“We are very excited to partner with Roland and its customers,” said Vitaly M. Golomb, CEO of Keen Systems. “With its built-in catalog of products, the
Roland edition of Keen’s online service enables providers to get online faster and more conveniently than ever before. Keen and Roland help providers
give their customers a whole new level of service. Existing and new Roland customers will be able to showcase their complete capabilities and take
advantage of all the benefits e-commerce provides. We look forward to providing Roland equipment owners the ultimate advantage in this
competitive business environment.”
As part of the partnership, Roland inkjet customers that subscribe to the Keen service receive an extended 60-day free trial and personalized setup of
their account and online stores. Together with Keen, Roland has simplified the process of developing a customized e-commerce site by providing
customers with a standardized template featuring several popular wide-format inkjet applications, including signs, banners, backlit displays, labels,
posters, vehicle and floor graphics, and decorated apparel, representing a valuable time-savings for the customer. Available to Roland owners
only, the customizable template includes pre-populated product images, details and suggested retail prices, allowing the customer to select the
products they want to offer and add them to their storefront with the click of a button.
“Keen makes it really easy and inexpensive for any PSP to create an online storefront,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president of sales and marketing for
Roland DGA Corp. “In addition to automating processes, Keen gives each website a professional design that will allow PSPs to reach a huge number
of people they never would have touched. Prior to the Keen Systems approach, setting up an online storefront was a complex and expensive
endeavor for most sign businesses and PSPs. We are excited to lead the industry by bringing all the power and potential of Keen’s innovative
technology to our inkjet customers.”
Roland Adds White Ink Options to Best-Selling Inkjet Printer/Cutters
Roland DGA Corp. has expanded the versatility of its popular inkjet printer/cutters with the addition of new white ink options that open up profitable
new markets and applications for users.
Priced at just $8,495, the VersaStudio BN-20 desktop printer/cutter is now available in a new CMYK plus white ink configuration, making it the industry’s
lowest-cost, outdoor-durable white ink printer. VersaCAMM VS inkjet printer/cutters, already available in a white ink configuration, can now be
purchased with two channels of white ink for even brighter, more opaque images and faster production speeds. Both Roland product lines feature
integrated contour cutting capabilities and are also offered with metallic ink options.
“We are seeing a lot of demand for our white ink printers, particularly as users discover both their versatility and the quality of their output,” said Eric
Zimmerman, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “There are so many profitable applications for white ink, especially when combined with
contour cutting, including window clings, labels, decals, backlits and packaging comps. Now there are several Roland white ink platforms to
choose from, making it easier and more affordable than ever to get into these markets and also to add more advanced capabilities as your
business grows.”
Featured in all Roland white ink printer/cutters, White Eco-SOL MAX ink produces exceptional highlights, text and graphics with crisp, defined edges
and smooth gradations on both clear and reflective media. It also greatly enhances the vividness of four-color printing when applied as an undercoat.
To minimize production costs, Roland white ink printer/cutters come with an automated ink circulation system that reduces ink usage and
maintenance requirements. VersaWorks RIP software, also included, recognizes the unique properties of white ink for outstanding results.
The 20-inch VersaStudio BN-20 is ideal for businesses just getting into the sign market and for those adding capacity to an existing production
environment. Available in 30, 54 and 64-inch models, the VersaCAMM VS is among the industry’s most versatile production printers. The new
double white configuration requires the addition of a Benes OnlineDryer S unit, also available from Roland.
In addition to VersaCAMM VS and VersaStudio models, White Eco-SOL MAX ink is available as an option for the SOLJET PRO III XC-540 and
XC-540MT.
Roland’s Digital Printing Boot Camp Travels to Baltimore, Md. In April
To help Roland customers develop the skills they need to build their businesses, Roland Academy is offering its popular Digital Printing Boot Camp
workshop for the first time on the East Coast. Scheduled for April 10th – 12th in Baltimore, Md., Digital Printing Boot Camp is offered to all Roland
inkjet customers, with enrollment currently open and spaces filling up quickly.
“Digital Printing Boot Camp is an exciting, intensive training experience for sign industry professionals of all skill levels,” said Dana Curtis, product
manager for Roland DGA Corp. “This course has been popular among our users, who gain new levels of technical expertise, up-to-date market
analysis, and business management strategies they can implement immediately to further their own success.”
Led by large-format digital printing expert David Goetter, Digital Printing Boot Camp is a three-day, hands-on workshop focused on teaching the 10
core applications important to every digital print shop, including signage, floor graphics, backlit displays, window graphics, rigid displays, presentation
boards and more. In addition, attendees learn to accurately evaluate their cost structure, acquire trouble-shooting techniques, and explore a variety
of waste reduction strategies to increase efficiency and profits. Ideal for production managers, printer operators, shop managers and sales
representatives, the course provides a much needed competitive edge to meet the challenges of today’s fast-paced economy. Past attendees
have reported that this class more than paid for itself within weeks, if not days.
“We were already doing these applications, but just not correctly,” said Alan Faria of Faria Printing and Graphics, located in Sacramento, Calif.. “The
class was worth every penny.”
Roland Academy serves as the education division of Roland DGA Corp., providing a wide range of training options for customers across the company’s
product lines. In addition to hands-on workshops, Roland Academy offers free weekly webinars, online video tutorials and a variety of support documents
which are easily accessible to customers. For a complete overview of Roland Academy products and services, visit www.rolanddga.com/training/
workshops.
Roland DGA Announces Finalists for Creative Awards Contest
– Roland DGA is pleased to announce its top Regional Award winners of the ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS international design contest, as well as
Honorable Mention and January People’s Choice Award recipients for the North American region. All winning entries receive prizes and recognition,
with the overall winners in each region going on to Japan to compete for the worldwide grand prize, the Roland machine of their choice.
“The Roland Creative Awards contest pays tribute to our founder’s vision of using digital technology to transform imagination into reality,” said Dave
Goward, president and CEO of U.S.-based Roland DGA Corp. “We are greatly honored that hundreds of creative professionals from around the world
shared their work with us, resulting in more than 1,100 entries. I look forward to congratulating the worldwide grand prize winner during our 30th
Anniversary Celebration this April.”
Of the participants internationally, 15 Regional Award winners have been named, representing the best entries from more than 120 countries. Each
will receive an all-expenses-paid-trip to Japan in April to celebrate Roland’s 30th anniversary and compete for the grand prize: his or her choice of
a VersaCAMM VS Metallic Inkjet Printer/Cutter, EGX-360 Engraver, JWX-30 Jewelry Modeler or MDX-40A Milling Machine.
In addition to these top winners, Honorable Mention and People’s Choice awards have been given in each region. A gallery of all winning entries
worldwide can be viewed online at www.rolandcreativeawards.com/winners, including these top North American winners:
Regional Award Winner – Judged by a panel of experts
Gamut Media, Brea, Calif. – “Saladish”
Honorable Mention Award Winners – Judged by a panel of experts
AC Golden Design, Los Angeles, Calif. – “Bonsey Pendant”
Bennett Bean Studio, Blairstown, N.J. – “Ceramic Sculpture”
Monthly People’s Choice Award Winner – Voted by website visitors
Loudmouth Printhouse, Ottawa, Ontario – “Devil Inside”
“With such a large group of innovative and talented competitors, it is a great honor to have been chosen as the regional winner for North America,” said
Phillip Yu, graphics director for Gamut Media. “Winning this competition encourages us to be more creative and to continue to produce quality,
imaginative projects for our clients.”
“The support and recognition we have received for our work with Saladish have been amazing,” added John Kim, Gamut Media’s sales director. “We
look forward to competing for the contest grand prize in April.”
Celebrating parent company Roland DG’s 30th anniversary worldwide, the ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS was launched in September 2011 to bring
together the Roland community and showcase the best that Roland businesses have to offer. Open through January 29th, the contest invited users of
Roland equipment from across the globe to submit their best work as produced on the company’s wide-format inkjet printers, vinyl cutters, engravers,
3D milling machines and other production tools. Entries spanned industries and applications, and included everything from signage, banners and
vehicle wraps to personalized accessories, jewelry designs and decorated apparel.
Final judging for the ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS will take place during the company’s 30th anniversary celebration, to be held in April at Roland
DG worldwide headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan.
Roland DGA Announces December’s Monthly People’s Choice Winner
For the Roland Creative Awards Contest
Roland DGA Corp. has announced that Carolyn Klages of Klages Kreations in Oviedo, Fla., is the North American December People’s Choice winner in
the Roland Creative Awards international design contest. From a field more than 60 entries, Klages’ unique “ski wrap” was voted number one in
December, winning her a 16 GB Apple iPad2* and Roland headphones.
Her winning entry was designed around a collection of five pairs of skis, lined up and individually wrapped to display the company’s logo. Produced on a
Roland VersaCAMM VS-420 42-inch metallic inkjet printer/cutter, the wrap includes metallic elements, such as scrollwork and snowflakes, which give
it a reflective quality and unified look. Printed on adhesive-backed vinyl using the layered metallic setting in Roland VersaWorks® RIP software, the
shimmering prints were then laminated, precision cut on the VS, and installed on each ski. Ski bindings were removed prior to installation and then
reattached to create the whimsical display.
“I entered December’s contest and was very pleased to hear that we had won,” Klages said. “But the real prize for me has been taking a look at
creative projects produced by Roland users from all over the globe. Looking at all the many ways artists are using Roland equipment has really
sparked our creativity. A big ‘thank you’ goes out to Roland for sponsoring such a wonderful contest to encourage creativity in our field, and also
for making great equipment!”
Founded in 1995, Klages Kreations is a custom embroidery, monogramming and design business that also offers twill and chenille work. The company
recently expanded its capability by adding a Roland VersaCAMM VS-420, allowing it to now offer printed, full-color heat transfers, banners, decals and
window clings, as well as custom “ski wraps” produced from original artwork.
Since its launch in September 2011, the Roland Creative Awards contest has received more than 750 entries from 14 participating regions representing
123 countries worldwide. Contest entrants compete for monthly People’s Choice awards, as well as the grand prize trip to Japan and a machine of their
choice. Entries are being accepted through January 29, 2012.
Roland DGA Academy Webinars Achieve New Milestone with More
Than 2,300 Attendees in 2011
Roland DGA is pleased to announce that its Roland Academy webinar training courses set a new record in 2011, drawing more than 2,300
attendees throughout the year. In 2012, Roland Academy is expanding with several new webinars, in addition to offering its most popular hands-on
workshops. Details are available at www.rolanddga.com/academy.
This milestone follows more than a decade of success for the industry’s leading training and education program. Roland pioneered the concept of
offering advanced end-user and dealer training to businesses throughout the Americas in 1999, and continues to set new standards for service and
support with the industry’s most comprehensive webinar and workshop offering.
“By attending a Roland webinar, I learned a lot that I can use to make a better product for my customers,” said John Hyde of Pine Images, LLC,
located in Boyerstown, Penn. “These webinars are part of the excellent support I receive from Roland. I made the right choice with my equipment
purchase.”
Roland Academy attendees can choose from a wide range of topics, including everything from color management, file preparation, advanced
software workflows and metallic inkjet printing to gift engraving, serialization, apparel decoration and subtractive rapid prototyping (SRP).
Registered Roland owners receive unlimited access to all Roland Academy webinars, as well as on-demand access to a comprehensive archive of
previously recorded sessions. Webinars are free to Roland registered owners and offered at a nominal cost to others.
Designed to provide end users with the knowledge and expertise they need to grow their businesses, Roland Academy offers courses for the company’s
entire product line, including wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, vinyl cutters, engraving machines and milling machines. Instruction is
provided by both in-house pros and guest speakers, including experts from some of the industry’s leading software developers, such as CADlink, SAi,
Corel and X-Rite. Many inkjet webinars teach various aspects of VersaWorks® workflows for better efficiency and productivity.
“Roland Academy continues to grow, with participation in our webinar series expanding at a tremendous rate,” said Dana Curtis, product manager for
Roland DGA Corp. “We believe this is because the courses offer so much value. Roland Academy helps customers develop new skills, shows them
how to optimize their equipment, and provides strategies for building profits in this very competitive market.”
“Roland Academy courses are extremely informative. They really help me get the most out of my machine and software,” said Andy Boyea, Jr. of Li’l
Dogs, located in Ludlow, Mass.
For a complete overview of upcoming Roland Academy opportunities, including workshops, webinars, videos and support documents, please
visit www.rolanddga.com/academy.
Roland Creative Awards Contest Deadline Extended to January 29th
Roland customers worldwide now have until January 29, 2012, to showcase their best work and compete for thousands in prizes, including a trip to
Japan and the Roland device of their choice. The deadline to enter the ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS has been extended in response to the
popularity of the contest, which has received more than 570 entries since its launch on September 21, 2011.
“This contest has truly been one of the highlights of the year for us,” said Rick Scrimger, Roland DGA vice president and general manager. “We are
getting such a wide variety of entries, from wall murals to vehicle wraps and jewelry designs, and each entry is so imaginative. We invite everyone to
visit the site and vote for their favorites.”
Celebrating the company’s worldwide 30th anniversary, the ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS are open to all users*1 of Roland equipment across the
globe at www.rolandcreativeawards.com. Entries will be judged based on Creativity, Innovation and Execution in each of 14 regions representing
123 countries. More than 75 prizes are being awarded worldwide, including:
• Monthly People’s Choice Awards – This award recognizes one top entry per region each month, as voted by site visitors.
• Honorable Mention Awards – Honorable mention winners will be named in each region with prizes varying by region.
• Regional Winner – Regional winners will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Japan*2 to celebrate 30 years with Roland DG and compete for the
worldwide grand prize in April 2012.
• Worldwide Grand Prize – The contest’s top entrant worldwide will win a Roland machine of his or her choice: a VersaCAMM VS-420 42-inch
printer/cutter, an EGX-360 gift engraver, a JWX-30 jewelry model maker or an MDX-40A milling machine.
Judging for the worldwide competition will take place during Roland’s 30th Anniversary Celebration, to be held in April 2012 at the company’s
global headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan. To participate in the ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS, Roland customers must submit entries
online by January 29, 2012. For more information, visit www.rolandcreativeawards.com or contact your local Roland DG office.
Roland DGA Announces November Monthly People’s Choice Winner
For the 2011 Roland Creative Awards Contest
Roland DGA Corp. is excited to announce that Gamut Media of Brea, Calif., is the North American November People’s Choice award winner in the
2011 Roland Creative Awards. Voted number one by site visitors from more than 95 regional entries, Gamut Media’s nature-inspired wall wrap for
Saladish has earned the firm’s owners, John Kim and Phillip Yu, a 16 GB Apple iPad2* and Roland headphones.
The winning entry was part of a complete branding campaign for Saladish, a Los Angeles restaurant well known for its famous business partner,
L.A. Laker Metta World Peace (formerly Ronald William Artest, Jr.). For Saladish, Gamut Media designed and printed logos, menus, window
graphics and signage, but the element that stood out the most was a floor-to-ceiling mural featuring a bold, illustrated garden scene.
“We produced the prints on our VersaCAMM SP-540V inkjet printer/cutter and they came out rich and vibrant,” Yu said. “Our Roland equipment really
came through for us.”
Kim added, “This massive mural is a signature graphic for Saladish that makes it both a memorable brand and a truly awesome place to eat.”
Based in Brea, Calif., Gamut Media specializes in branding and graphic design services, as well as high-quality printing for wide-format graphics,
including canvas prints, banners, signs, wall murals, window graphics and vehicle wraps. Gamut Media clients include individuals, corporations
and small businesses located primarily in the Southern California area.
Since its launch in September 2011, the Roland Creative Awards contest has received more than 570 entries from 14 participating regions representing
123 countries worldwide. Contest entrants compete for monthly People’s Choice awards, as well as the grand prize trip to Japan and a machine of their
choice. Entries are being accepted through December 31, 2011.
To submit your best work, or to join in the vote for this December’s North American People’s Choice winner, visit the Roland Creative Awards official
site at www.rolandcreativeawards.com.
Roland DGA Announces October Monthly People’s Choice Winner For
the 2011 Roland Creative Awards Contest
With 2,352 votes, Matt Fishler of MotoGFX.com in Beaverton, Ore., has been named the October People’s Choice winner of the 2011 Roland Creative
Awards for North America. MotoGFX’s winning partial truck wrap was voted number one by site visitors from more than 100 regional entries, winning
Fishler a16 GB Apple iPad2* and Roland headphones.
Produced using a 30-inch Roland VersaCAMM SP-300V inkjet printer/cutter, the MotoGFX wrap combines vibrant hot pink and glossy black lettering to
make the Hot Pink Taco lunch truck a standout among the local competition in Portland, Ore.
The Roland Creative Awards global design contest has received more than 370 entries worldwide from 14 participating regions, with entrants
competing for monthly People’s Choice awards, as well as the grand prize trip to Japan and a machine of their choice. Entries are being accepted
through December 31, 2011.
To submit your best work, or to join in the vote for this month’s North American People’s Choice winner, please visit the Roland Creative Awards
official site at www.rolandcreativeawards.com.
Roland Introduces ADA Sign Solutions for EGX Engraver Line
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced ADA Sign Solutions designed exclusively for use with the company’s EGX-350 and EGX-400/600 professional
engraving machines. Complete with everything needed to produce tamper-resistant ADA and Raster® Braille signage, Roland is offering two
complete ADA kits that enable EGX users to meet state and federal mandatory compliance regulations that go into effect on March 15, 2012.
“We have designed an affordable, yet highly precise solution tailored for all types of ADA signage,” said Rick Rivera, product manager for Roland
DGA Corp. “With strict enforcement of ADA laws in 2012, we believe the time is right for sign and engraving professionals to get into this growing
market.”
Beginning in March, mandatory compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 2010, and the recently adopted ADA Standards for
Accessible Design, will be required for all new construction and alterations as directed by The United States Department of Justice. The newly
enforced regulations affect both the production and implementation of ADA-compliant signage, including the mounting location and height, finish
and contrast, and raised and Braille characters.
The new ADA regulations apply to any sign that designates permanent rooms and spaces, and where goods and services are made available to the
public, including resorts, hotels, hospitals and other medical facilities, entertainment and cultural sites, and educational facilities.
Roland’s new ADA Sign Solutions are designed to help businesses build a profitable ADA signage business. Each kit builds on a Roland EGX
engraver with an engraving tool set, Braille and profile cutters, CADlink EngraveLab™ Expert software, Rowmark engravable ADA-compliant materials,
adhesive sheets, an Accent Signage, Inc. Raster® Pen License Kit, and a self-contained chip removal system. The EGX-350 ADA Kit comes standard
with a Manual Raster® Pen, while the EGX-400 and EGX-600 ADA Kits include both the Manual and Auto-Raster Pen that dramatically speeds up
production time.
In addition to ADA signage, Roland engraving machines produce custom awards, promotional items, badges, nameplates, key rings and luggage tags.
They personalize everything from jewelry to treasured mementos, and can even be used for rhinestone apparel decoration.
Roland ADA Sign Solutions, including an EGX-350 or EGX-400/600 engraving machine and corresponding ADA kit, are available in the United States
from authorized Roland dealers, with bundled prices starting under $10,000.
Roland Partners with iSignStock.com to Offer Free Metallic, Photo
and Vector Images
Roland customers can now download metallic, CMYK and vector images from the company's website, free of charge each week, thanks to a
partnership between Roland and image provider iSignStock.com.
“iSignStock.com is a valuable resource for professionals, providing quality images that are tailored for sign industry applications,” said Andrew Oransky,
director of marketing and product management for Roland DGA Corp. “This offering is unique in that it includes both full-color and metallic images.
Already, the response from our customers has been tremendous.”
Roland pioneered the development of metallic wide-format eco-solvent inkjet printing and today has six models that incorporate the technology,
including the new VersaStudio BN-20, SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT, and all four VersaCAMM VS metallic inkjet printer/cutters.
In addition to metallic images, the Roland website offers CMYK images, high-resolution bitmap images and vector (EPS) files. A new set of three
iSignStock.com images is posted weekly, customized for applications ranging from signage, banners and vehicle wraps to POP, labels, decals,
window displays and custom apparel. Because the images are royalty free, they can be modified according to a job’s requirements.
Registered Roland owners also receive an additional 20 percent off the purchase price of an iSignStock.com subscription, providing them with
access to around a million high resolution images and vectors that can be utilized with any printer, printer/cutter, engraving machine or milling
machine.
To access the images, please visit www.rolanddga.com and click on the iSignStock.com logo featured at the bottom of the Roland home page.
Roland SGIA Exhibit Features a New Generation of UV and Metallic
Printers
From wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters to engravers, cutters, custom apparel solutions and personalization devices, Roland technologies
are set to take center stage at the 2011 SGIA Expo, October 19 – 21, 2011, in New Orleans. Located in Booth #1945, the Roland exhibit will feature
the company’s most extensive product line-up ever, including new printers designed for the industry’s fastest growing market segments.
“SGIA is an important event for the industry and we are proud to be there again this year with a really diverse lineup of products and applications,” said
Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. “In today’s economy, it is more important than ever for companies to look for
new applications and technology that will open new doors and markets. Roland products give graphics industry professionals just that. Our products
are the basic tools they need to grow their core customer base, as well as expand into new markets, even in the most demanding of economic
environments.”
Throughout the show, booth visitors will enjoy educational opportunities, including live demonstrations of vehicle wrapping techniques, workshops
focused on VersaWorks™ RIP software, and presentations teaching the basics of T-shirt production on a VersaStudio BN-20 and personalization
workflows for Roland’s VersaUV LEF-12. At noon daily, artist Jamie Hayes will be signing and giving out his own canvas artwork, printed on a
Roland inkjet with metallic ink.
Highlighting the Roland booth are several exciting new print technologies, including the VersaUV LEJ-640, VersaUV LEF-12 and VersaStudio BN-20,
all of which will be making their first appearance before SGIA Expo crowds. At 64 inches, the VersaUV LEJ-640 is quickly becoming known as one of
the industry’s most versatile UV-LED hybrid flatbed printers. Featuring CMYK, white and clear inks, the LEJ-640 delivers superior image quality on
substrates up to a half-inch thick, and finishes graphics with premium varnishing and embossing effects.
Other booth highlights include the VersaUV LEF-12 benchtop flatbed UV-LED printer. Printing CMYK, white and clear inks directly on three-dimensional
objects, the LEF-12 makes it possible to produce highly customized awards, accessories, promotional items and consumer products. And finally, one of
the most talked about printers in the Roland line-up is the 20-inch VersaStudio BN-20 metallic inkjet printer/cutter. Ideal for producing professional
quality labels, decals, signs, POP and apparel heat transfers right from the desktop, the BN-20 is one of the most affordable and versatile metallic
printers available.
Other featured Roland products include the DPI award-winning VersaUV LEC and VersaCAMM VS wide-format inkjet printer/cutters, complete with
VersaWorks RIP software, integrated contour cutting and specialty inks. VersaArt sublimation printers, GX cutters, EGX engravers, the MPX-90
impact printer, VersaCUT print trimmers and R-Wear custom apparel solutions will be demonstrated as well.
Visitors to the booth can also view the latest entries into the company's worldwide 30th anniversary Creative Awards competition.
SGIA Expo is just one of many places to see Roland products this year. For information on upcoming Roland events in your area, visit www.rolanddga.com/company/tradeshows.asp.
Roland DG Celebrates 30th Anniversary with the Roland
Creative Awards
To celebrate the company’s worldwide 30th anniversary, Roland customers everywhere are invited to enter the company’s first ever global design
contest.
The ROLAND CREATIVE AWARDS are open from Sept. 21 through Dec. 31, 2011 to users of Roland equipment across the globe
at www.rolandcreativeawards.com. Entries will be judged based on Creativity, Innovation and Execution in each of 14 regions representing
123 countries. More than 75 prizes will be awarded worldwide.
“We owe our success to our loyal customers and are excited about the opportunity to share their creative achievements with the world through the
Roland Creative Awards,” said Dave Goward, president and CEO of Roland DGA Corp., Roland DG’s U.S.-based subsidiary. “Whether it’s a unique
application for Roland technology, a beautiful vehicle wrap or eye-catching jewelry design, the contest presents an excellent opportunity for Roland
customers to showcase their best projects. Thirty years is a true milestone, and during this time our customers have produced some amazing work.”
Across the Americas, Roland DGA Corp. will host two regional contests, one serving customers in the U.S., Canada and Guam, and the other serving
Roland DGA customers across Latin America and the Caribbean. Entrants in Roland DGA regional contests will compete for the following prizes:
• Monthly People’s Choice Awards – One top entry per region will be selected each month (Oct., Nov. and Dec.) to take home a 16 GB iPad2* — the best
device for every designer on the go — and sleek over-ear Roland stereo headphones.
• Honorable Mention Awards – Two contest finalists will be named in each region and will win a Dell laptop computer, complete with CorelDRAW
Suite.
• Regional Awards –Winners receive an all-expenses-paid trip to Japan to celebrate 30 years with Roland and compete for the global grand prize in
April 2012.
• Worldwide Grand Prize – The regional winners from around the globe qualify for the grand prize, their choice of a Roland machine -- a VersaCAMM
VS-420 printer/cutter, an EGX-360 gift engraver, a JWX-30 jewelry model maker or an MDX-40A milling machine.
Judging for the worldwide competition will take place during Roland’s 30th Anniversary Celebration, to be held in April 2012 at the company’s
global headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan. For complete information on the Roland Creative Awards or to enter, visit the contest site at www.rolandcreativeawards.com.
Roland VersaStudio Is Shipping, Supported by New Certified Media Line
Roland DGA Corp. is pleased to announce that the VersaStudio BN-20 metallic desktop inkjet printer/cutter is now shipping. To optimize its performance
across several profitable applications, the company has extended its Eco-SOL MAX certified media line with new VersaStudio products, including matte
and glossy calendered vinyl, a heat transfer solution, and both adhesive-backed and non-adhesive solvent glossy paper.
“The VersaStudio is compact, affordable and great at short run applications,” said Andrew Oransky, director of marketing and product management for
Roland DGA Corp. “Already, we're seeing a lot of interest from businesses that create heat transfers for custom T-shirts and other apparel items.
Another popular application for the VersaStudio is labeling. The new adhesive-backed solvent glossy paper is a perfect solution for this because it is
specifically designed to be contour cut.”
At 20-inches wide, the VersaStudio is a complete, feature-rich production solution, including CMYK and metallic silver ink, VersaWorks RIP software, and
inline contour cutting for finished graphics of virtually any shape. To support VersaStudio, each new media has been carefully selected for performance
with Eco-SOL MAX ink and sized to fit the device’s unique dimensions. VersaStudio media products support both printing and contour cutting and
offer extended durability for outstanding image quality over the long term. The new line features:
Matte and Glossy Calendered Vinyl - ESM-MCVP and ESM-GCVP
Backed with a permanent adhesive, these high-quality 3 mil vinyl products support a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications, including signs,
labels, decals, POP, vehicle and floor graphics, and wraps of all kinds. MCVP and GCVP image well in a variety of print modes for exceptional
results.
HeatSoft Transfer Paper and Mask - ESM-HTM2 and PGM-PTM
Roland’s HeatSoft solution includes a 1.7 mil synthetic fabric transfer material and 3 mil polyester transfer mask with a specially formulated heat
resistant adhesive. Together, these products produce high-resolution full-color heat transfers with excellent opacity and white point characteristics,
and ensure flawless results through the transfer process.
Solvent Glossy Paper with Adhesive - ESM-SGPA
The industry’s first adhesive-backed paper designed for both printing and contour cutting, SGPA is ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. A
special coating optimizes this 135 gsm solvent glossy paper for eco-solvent printing, and its permanent, water-based acrylic adhesive is backed with a
silicone treated release liner for easy handling through the finishing process. SGPA delivers a superior white point and gloss level and is multicoated for
water and scratch resistance.
Solvent Glossy Paper – ESM-SGP3
A heavy-weight paper with an advanced inkjet receptive coating, SGP3 is designed for high-resolution full-color printing, offering excellent opacity and
white point characteristics. The coating is designed to image well while reducing ink consumption. In addition to a gloss finish on the coated side, SGP3
has a unique, durable glossy base sheet that stabilizes the product throughout production.
What can’t you make with a Roland device? That’s the question many visitors will ask when they experience the Roland DGA Creative Center located
at the company’s headquarters in Irvine, Calif. This recently updated gallery of innovative applications includes hundreds of exhibits celebrating the
imagination of Roland professionals from around the world.
The Roland DGA Creative Center brings together the work of Roland customers focused on a wide range of creative disciplines, including screen printers,
sign makers, label makers, fabric decorators, interior designers, product designers, fine artists, package designers, engravers, jewelry makers, vehicle
graphics designers, movie and television set designers and others.
“The words ‘imagination’ and ‘Roland’ go hand in hand, and today, more than ever, our Creative Center showcases the sheer imagination and
amazing craftsmanship of Roland customers,” said Dave Goward, president and CEO of Roland DGA Corp.
Recent additions to the Creative Center include “Roland at the Movies” and “Roland at Work” exhibits.
Roland at the Movies
The new “Roland at the Movies” exhibit features the graphics of Martin T. Charles, owner of SagaBoy Productions and one of Hollywood’s foremost film
graphic designers. The exhibit includes a video kiosk where guests can view film clips and images of Martin’s work from popular movies, including
“Miami Vice,” “Public Enemies,” “Charlie Wilson’s War” and “Leatherheads.” Replicas of the film sets are also featured, including a wrapped art deco
elevator from the “Leatherheads” set and faux marble walls from the 1930s bank décor featured in “Public Enemies.” A counter display features
movie posters produced by Luma Brite™ of Ormond Beach, Fla., combining Roland inkjet prints with Luma Brite’s illumination technology. Additionally,
AoSA of Huntington Beach, Calif., created sublimated theater drapes designed by Roland’s creative team.
Roland at Work
The new “Roland at Work” exhibit showcases some of Roland’s most advanced inkjet, engraving, vinyl cutting and 3-D technologies, including a floor
wrap completely printed with Roland metallic silver ink. Featured exhibit items include real-world examples of UV-printed package prototypes created by
Lava Partners of Irvine, Calif., 3-D milled items and engraved awards, gifts and glassware produced by Roland designers and production experts, and a
series of personalized watches produced on the MPX impact printer by Montrehologramme of Quebec, Canada.
As the primary seating area for company guests, the exhibit also features a collection of custom designed faux-leather chairs printed on a Roland VersaUV
LED inkjet printer/cutter. Wall graphics and wraps surround the area, designed by local Southern California artists and brought to life by Roland vinyl
cutting and metallic silver inkjet printing technologies. A wrapped Greek-inspired column produced by 858 Graphics of San Diego, Calif., adds texture
and interest.
In addition to these two new exhibits, existing Creative Center exhibits have been expanded with important new graphics including, most notably, an
authentic Roland drum set that has been colorfully wrapped by Iconography of Los Alamitos, Calif., as well as an official Richard Childress Racing
NASCAR #29 Budweiser car hood, printed with Metallic Silver Eco-SOL MAX ink.
All together, the U.S. gallery is divided into five themed sections and includes more than 100 exhibit items. The centerpiece, a 20-foot replica of the 1895
Otto Lilienthal flying machine, hangs from the ceiling and features full-scale fabric wings printed on a Roland AdvancedJET grand-format inkjet printer.
The gallery is part of an international network of Roland Creative Centers, with additional venues in Japan, Belgium, Italy, Germany and Australia.
Roland Expands Media Line with Industry’s First PVC-Free
Adhesive-Backed Solvent Glossy Paper
Roland DGA Corp. has expanded its Eco-SOL MAX certified media line to include Solvent Glossy Paper with Adhesive (ESM-SGPA). Tested and
profiled for performance with the company’s eco-solvent printers and printer/cutters, the new media is an alternative to vinyl for decals and mounting.
It is available for use with Roland’s newly launched VersaStudio BN-20, as well as VersaCAMM, VersaArt and SOLJET models.
“Our newest paper media is a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to PVC-based products for signs, POP, photographic reproductions, trade show
graphics or any other application where mounting is required,” said Fernando Catania, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “In addition to producing
flawless print-only graphics, it performs well with Roland printer/cutters to create labels, decals and other contour cut images of virtually any shape.”
With an exceptional white point and gloss level, Solvent Glossy Paper with Adhesive produces sharp details and bold, saturated colors while minimizing
ink usage and associated costs. This 8 mil glossy media is multicoated for water resistance and optimum durability, making it ideal for both indoor and
outdoor displays. Additionally, the permanent water-based acrylic adhesive is backed with a silicone-treated liner for easy release and handling
throughout the finishing process.
Competitively priced, Solvent Glossy Media with Adhesive comes in 30- and 54-inch roll widths for VersaCAMM, VersaArt and SOLJET models, with a
20-inch roll width offered for the VersaStudio BN-20.
Roland Introduces ECO-UV S Ink for VersaUV LED Inkjet Printers
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced ECO-UV S, the next generation of the company’s ECO-UV ink formulated to deliver exceptional elasticity and
flexibility. Offered in CMYK and White, ECO-UV S is developed specifically for use with four of Roland’s VersaUV UV-LED inkjet printers, including
the 64-inch LEJ-640 printer, 54-inch LEC-540 printer/cutter, and both the 30-inch LEC-330 and LEC-300A printer/cutters.
“With ECO-UV S ink, users can create realistic packaging prototypes using shrink films or other packaging materials, enabling them to explore a wide
range of design options,” said Hiroshi Ono, group product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “ECO-UV S expands up to 220 percent, allowing graphics
to stretch around uneven shapes, indentations, corners and curved surfaces.”
Greater elasticity allows ECO-UV S prints to mold perfectly to the contours of PET bottles and plastic cups, and ensures flawless results on
vacuum-formed plastic that is commonly used for items ranging from food service trays to auto parts packaging and consumer electronics
cases. Users can also create three-dimensional wide-format graphics, including POP displays, signage and interior décor items.
ECO-UV S ink was developed exclusively for the VersaUV, introduced in 2008 as the world’s first UV-LED inkjet printer/cutter line. Winner of
prestigious DPI, EDP and Label Industry Global Innovation awards, VersaUV features low-heat UV-LED lamps that cure UV ink instantly across
a wide range of materials. VersaUV LEC series printer/cutters print, crease, perf-cut and produce embossing effects on flexible and semi-rigid
media for custom graphics, packaging prototypes, control panels and short-run labels. The 64-inch LEJ-640 hybrid printer prints and produces
embossing effects on both flexible roll media and rigid substrates up to a half-inch thick for high-impact wide-format signage, displays, window
graphics, packaging prototypes, POP and interior décor items.
Priced at $104.99 per 220 ml cartridge, ECO-UV S is offered exclusively for wide-format VersaUV models setup with the CMYK + White + White ink
configuration.
Roland Introduces VersaStudio BN-20 Metallic Desktop Printer/Cutter
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced the VersaStudio BN-20 20-inch metallic desktop eco-solvent printer/cutter. A complete solution, including
VersaWorks® professional RIP software, VersaStudio combines all the versatility and advanced features of Roland’s latest inkjet printing
technologies into a compact, affordable device.
“Our engineers developed VersaStudio exclusively for small-lot production of custom-designed graphics,” said Andrew Oransky, director of marketing
and product management for Roland. “VersaStudio sits right on the desktop, allowing professionals to quickly and easily produce full-color prints
with metallic effects on demand. Integrated print/cut technology allows VersaStudio to contour cut graphics into virtually any shape without additional
die cutting equipment.”
VersaStudio is well suited for applications ranging from apparel heat transfers, labels and decals to comps, POP and promotional signage. With
VersaStudio, users get all the benefits of award-winning Roland Eco-SOL MAX® ink, including exceptional image quality, fast dry times, three-year
outdoor durability and support for both coated and uncoated media.
VersaStudio can be configured with Eco-SOL MAX in either CMYK only or with CMYK + metallic silver for brilliant metallic effects previously only
possible through screen printing, offset printing or hot stamping technologies. Metallic Silver Eco-SOL MAX allows users to create their own custom
metallic colors or choose from 512 spot colors offered in the Roland Metallic Color System Library that is part of VersaWorks. A Metallic Texture
System Library is also included in VersaWorks, making it easy to add patterns and textures to metallic effects. For users focused on indoor
applications, VersaStudio can also be configured with Roland FPG aqueous pigment ink in CMYK only.
VersaStudio is a complete solution including Roland R-Works design software and VersaWorks RIP software. R-Works allows users to draw and
edit circles and curves, add text, and import both stock photos and images taken with a digital camera in jpg and bmp file formats. It also supports
12 ready-to-use metallic colors, so users can quickly and easily add metallic effects to posters, labels and decals.
VersaWorks is Roland’s own easy-to-use print management software, delivering professional results from the very first print. Based on the latest Adobe
CPSI 3019 engine, VersaWorks features a variety of convenient layout functions, including scaling, cropping, rotating, tiling and more. With variable
data printing, users can produce a series of labels, name cards and stickers in which text and graphics change from one print to the next. To
accurately monitor production time and costs, VersaWorks estimates the ink usage and print time for each graphic. Support for up to four Roland
devices makes it easy to expand the production environment as a business grows. The Roland@NET auto update service comes free of charge,
allowing users to receive automatic VersaWorks updates whenever a new version becomes available.
Priced at $7,995, VersaStudio is compatible with Windows® 7, Vista and XP, with support for 32 and 64-bit operating systems and popular design
software, including Adobe® and CorelDRAW®. Ink configuration must be determined at the time of purchase.
Roland Expands VersaUV Line with New Benchtop Flatbed UV Printer
Roland DGA Corp. has announced a new addition to its inkjet printer line, the VersaUV LEF-12 benchtop flatbed UV printer. The LEF-12 combines
award-winning print technology, an advanced LED curing system and exclusive ink-saving features to bring outstanding print quality and ease of
use to providers of custom promotional products, giftware and awards as well as the packaging and prototyping markets for UV printed items.
“The LEF-12 enters the market as the most affordable, yet versatile printer in its class,” said Andrew Oransky, director of marketing and product
management for Roland. “The LEF-12 goes beyond just CMYK and adds white and clear inks for printing directly on a wide range of items from
thumb drives and pens to cell covers, laptops, wood, acrylics, glass and even metals. Clear ink enhances graphics with both gloss and matte finishes,
and unique textures for premium results.”
The LEF offers a 12-inch by 11-inch printable area and supports a wide range of materials up to 3.94 inches thick and 11 pounds. A built-in laser
pointer allows for easy setup, and advanced print head technology ensures photo quality output up to 1440x720 dpi.
Exclusive Roland ECO-UV ink provides exceptional color gamut and bright, saturated white images and text. Graphics can be finished with
ECO-UV clear ink which produces patterns and textures and simulates varnishing in gloss and matte finishes. Clear ink can even be built up to
create raised artwork and logos. Roland VersaWorks® RIP software is included, featuring 72 ready-to-apply patterns from the Roland Texture
Library.
With the LEF-12, users get all the benefits of long-lasting solid state UV LED curing technology for an energy-efficient, ozone-free work environment.
The LEF-12 LED lamp turns on and off instantly, without requiring warm up time, and generates minimal heat for added safety.
The LEF-12 is the industry’s only benchtop UV printer that incorporates mist filters to catch residual ink that may mist when printing off the edge or
curvature of a product. This feature cuts down on overspray and preserves the long-term performance of print heads.
To ensure the ultimate in reliability, the LEF-12 is backed by the Roland OnSupport system, which allows remote monitoring of production activities.
When a job is completed or ink runs low, an email notification is sent to any designated smart phone or computer. An automated ink circulation
system prevents pigments in the white ink from settling, thereby minimizing ink waste and the associated costs. A fully enclosed system, the
LEF-12 stays clean of dust and debris.
Priced at $29,995, the LEF-12 is available immediately through authorized Roland dealers. The LEF-12 is part of a complete VersaUV family of
UV LED print devices including the 64-inch LEJ-640 hybrid flatbed and roll-to-roll printer and LEC series roll-to-roll printer/cutters in 54- and
30-inch widths.
Roland Announces 64-Inch VersaUV Hybrid Roll-to-Roll and Flatbed
UV-LED Inkjet Printer
Roland DGA Corp. today introduced the 64-inch VersaUV LEJ-640 UV-LED wide-format hybrid inkjet printer. Based on award-winning VersaUV
technology, the LEJ-640 prints CMYK, white and clear on virtually any substrate from roll media to half-inch thick board stocks for premium custom
graphics with unique special effects and finishes.
“As our newest addition to the VersaUV line, the LEJ-640 takes package prototyping and specialty printing to the next level with support for thick
media, including corrugated cardboard, foam board and other rigid substrates,” said Hiroshi Ono, group product manager for Roland DGA Corp.
“The LEJ-640 also prints and simulates embossing on virtually any flexible packaging media, as well as on a wide variety of materials used for
press proofs, membrane panels, wide-format signage, POP, window displays and interior décor items.”
For optimum versatility, the LEJ-640 accommodates both roll-fed and flat media substrates and comes equipped with a built-in sensor that ensures proper
print head positioning. These advanced media handling systems enable flawless results on papers, films, vinyl, PET, leathers, plastics, polycarbonates
and a wide range of board stocks. Safe-to-use UV-LED lamps are energy efficient and require no warm up time. The LEJ-640 features a high-quality,
artistic print mode (1440 x 1440 dpi) for images that rival offset and flexographic print quality.
The LEJ-640 is offered in three ink configurations: the standard CMYK + White + Clear configuration, CMYK + White + White for high-opacity white
printing on transparent films, and CMYK + Clear + Clear for thick dimensional effects such as embossing. Clear ink can be layered to produce both
gloss and matte finishes, including 72 ready-to-apply patterns from the Roland Texture Library that is part of Roland’s VersaWorks RIP software.
To ensure the ultimate in reliability, the LEJ-640 is backed by the Roland OnSupport system, which allows remote monitoring of production activities.
When a job is completed or ink runs low, an email notification is sent to any designated smart phone or computer. Unattended operation and easy
maintenance are further supported by an Automated Ink Circulation System that prevents pigments in the white ink from settling, thereby minimizing
waste and ensuring continuous uninterrupted printing. A built-in take-up system is also included, supporting media rolls up to 88 pounds.
The VersaUV series also includes the 54-inch LEC-540 and 30-inch LEC-330 UV-LED inkjet printer/cutters. VersaUV technology was introduced in
2008 and has since been recognized with prestigious DPI, EDP and Label Industry Global awards for outstanding innovation.
Priced at $67,995, the LEJ-640 is available through authorized Roland dealers.
Roland DGA Expands Popular End-User Workshop and Webinar Series
Roland DGA has expanded the Roland Academy catalog of training courses, adding several specialized webinars to its series of popular hands-on
workshops.
Designed to provide end-users with the knowledge and expertise they need to grow their business, Roland Academy workshops offer instruction by
industry experts and are available for each of the company’s product lines. As an added bonus, registered Roland owners are eligible for free and
unlimited access to the Roland Academy’s complete online webinar series through the end of 2011. Webinars are also available to non-Roland
owners for a moderate fee.
“Roland Academy presents an excellent opportunity for our customers to learn the very latest cutting-edge techniques and in-depth knowledge they
need to effectively achieve professional results,” said Dana Curtis, Roland product manager for Roland Academy. “Whether they attend a workshop or
webinar, customers are able to take full advantage of Roland’s expertise and resources to further extend their capabilities and gain a competitive
edge.”
Online Webinar Series
Taught by industry experts, Roland Academy online webinars are free to registered users, making professional development convenient and affordable.
Current course topics include:
• EGX-350 Gift Engraving Using EngraveStudio
• Cylindrical Cutting Using the MDX-40A with Rotary Axis Unit
• Introduction to Variable Data Printing
• VersaWorks RIP Software Overview
• EngraveStudio Software Overview
• Introduction to Color Management
Born to Wrap Workshop
This two-day workshop delivers the skills and expertise needed to expand your capabilities within the world of vehicle graphics and wraps. Taught by
industry experts at Digital EFX Wraps, Roland specialists provide you with the tools and techniques, and hands-on instruction that enable you to
produce and install custom graphics.
Digital Printing Boot Camp
Led by large-format digital printing expert, David Goetter, this intensive three-day, hands-on workshop focuses on teaching the 10 core applications of
every digital print shop. Ideal for production managers, printer operators, shop managers and sales representatives, this course is designed to give
attendees a competitive advantage and solid foundation of knowledge and skills to build their digital printing business. Attendees have reported
that this class more than paid for itself within weeks, or even days.
For a full listing of workshops and webinars or for date, time and location information, please visit the Roland Academy section of Roland’s
website at www.rolanddga.com/training/workshops.
Roland Adds Blue Back Matte Paper to Eco-Solvent Media Line
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced new Blue Back Matte Paper media for its award-winning wide-format eco-solvent inkjet printers and printer/cutters,
including popular VersaCAMM, VersaArt and SOLJET models.
A medium weight, 5-mil media, Roland Blue Back Matte Paper is an affordable solution for creating high quality indoor posters, displays and POP graphics,
as well as temporary signs and bus shelter inserts. Quick drying, Blue Back Matte Paper includes a matte finish for high-saturation printing. Its blue
backing serves as an opaque blocking agent that ensures vibrant colors. The product has great tensile strength and is treated to lay flat after printing.
“Blue Back Matte Paper is highly versatile and delivers unparalleled results with Roland ECO-SOL MAX ink,” said Fernando Catania, product manager
for Roland. “Perfect for high-speed production, it is the best economy solution we've ever offered.”
Available throughout North and South America (except Brazil), Blue Back Matte Paper is offered in 150-foot roll lengths and 30-inch, 42-inch, 54-inch and
63-inch widths. For more information or to purchase, visit the Roland DGA online store at www.rolanddgastore.com/bluebackpaper or contact your
local authorized Roland dealer.
Roland Expands Eco-Solvent Media Line with New Backlit Films
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced two new media products for its award-winning, wide-format eco-solvent inkjet printers and printer/cutters: Glossy Backlit
Film (ESM-GBF) and Matte Backlit Film (ESM-MBF).
“Glossy and Matte Backlit Films are premium 8-mil products with great dimensional stability,” said Fernando Catania, product manager for Roland.
“These products are designed to produce vivid, high-density backlit images with a Dmax rating of 2.2.”
“The majority of our backlit work is for casinos here in Oklahoma, and we really hit the jackpot with Roland’s glossy and matte backlit material,” said Lisa
Mhoon of Firelake Designs based in Shawnee, Okla. “It works like a million bucks with our Roland VersaCAMM printers and ECO-SOL MAX inks.
Thanks, Roland for making us look good to our customers!”
Roland Glossy and Matte Backlit Films are productive solutions that print and dry quickly. To answer today’s demand for capable backlit displays, the
new Glossy and Matte Backlit Films are effective whether the lightbox is on or off. Like the rest of Roland’s media line, Glossy and Matte Backlit Films
are part of a complete digital printing solution, tested and profiled for optimum performance.
Roland backlit films are available throughout North and South America (except Brazil) and can be ordered in 100-foot roll lengths and 54 or 60-inch widths.
For more information or to purchase, visit the Roland DGA online store at www.rolanddgastore.com/film or contact your local authorized Roland dealer.
Roland DGA Corp. and Clemson University’s Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics have teamed up to bring the benefits of Roland’s advanced
VersaUV UV-LED inkjet technology to the school’s students, faculty, research staff and corporate partners.
“The Sonoco Institute is one of the nation’s leading educational programs focused on packaging science and graphic communications disciplines,” said
Hiroshi Ono, group product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “We are honored to work with this renowned organization and to help Sonoco develop exciting
new concepts for packaging, graphic design and corporate branding.”
Winner of prestigious DPI and EDP awards and, most recently, the 2010 Label Industry Global Award for New Innovation, Roland VersaUV UV-LED inkjet
printer/cutters go beyond CMYK and White inks to offer Clear Coat which can be layered into unique textures and patterns for embossing and varnishing
effects. VersaUV prints, creases, contour cuts, perforates and embosses designs all on one device, allowing professionals to create packaging prototypes
and labels in any shape through one seamless workflow.
VersaUV comes with VersaWorks RIP software including media profiles and advanced features that ensure image quality, minimize maintenance and costs,
and provide out-of-the-box success for users. In addition to labels and packaging prototypes, VersaUV can be used to produce press proofs and is
supported by leading commercial color management and proofing solutions from CGS, EFI and GMG. VersaUV is Energy Star certified.
"We are very pleased with the unit,” said Charles Tonkin, director of Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics. “We have only had it a couple of
weeks and the students have just begun utilizing it and producing phenomenal output. As a creative tool in the design process, it not only allows the ability to
print on an incredibly wide variety of substrates, but can also create the actual textures and varnishes (matte and gloss) that were simply impossible before.
It is a great tool and I really look forward to seeing the results this coming semester."
Roland’s Best of the Worst Ideas Contest Winner Announced
Roland DGA Corp. has announced that Brian Mallory of Oliver Signs in Valley City, Ohio, has been named winner of the company’s “How NOT to Build the
Perfect Printer” website contest.
Part of a marketing campaign for Roland’s newest VersaCAMM VS metallic inkjet printer/cutters, the contest site asked respondents to enter their best “Bad
Ideas” for building a printer – ideas which would never make the cut at Roland.
More than 500 contest entries were received and judged by a panel of marketing experts. The grand prize, an Apple iPad, was awarded to Mallory for his
standout entry, “Release The Kittens!” Runners up included “The Yesterday Button” by Ken W. and “High Five” by David V.
“Many of the ideas were quite funny and some, such as ‘The Yesterday Button,’ were actually very good ‘Bad Ideas,’” said Roland Creative Director Patrick
Kersey. “The purpose of the contest was to share some grins with our inkjet community which the contest and Mallory’s entry certainly accomplished.”
To view the entries, go to www.howtobuildtheperfectprinter.com.
Roland Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX Ink Wins Viscom Best of 2010
Award
Roland DGA Corp. has announced that the company’s Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink received the Best of 2010 Award at Viscom Frankfurt, held recently
in Germany.
The award follows several prestigious industry honors for Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink including EDP and DPI awards. It also recognizes the innovative
technology behind VersaCAMM VS and SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT wide-format inkjet printer/cutters and Roland VersaWorks RIP software which together
optimize the ink’s performance across a wide range of media and applications.
“All of us at Roland are honored to receive this award,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager of Roland DGA Corp. “Metallic Silver ECO-
SOL MAX ink allows Roland customers to differentiate their businesses by adding dramatic effects and premium value to graphics. Users can print thousands
of metallic and pearlescent colors for custom signs, banners, photographic reproductions, window graphics, posters, POP, labels, decals, decorated apparel,
vehicle graphics and wraps of all kinds.”
Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink is the industry’s first metallic silver eco-solvent ink and produces metallic graphics previously only possible through screen
printing, offset printing and hot stamping processes. To meet a variety of business demands, Roland’s metallic inkjet line includes 64,” 54” and 42”
VersaCAMM VS models and the 54” SOLJET XC-540MT. VersaWorks RIP software is included in all models and features the Roland Metallic Color Library
of 512 metallic spot colors.
Roland DGA Announces Partnership with Richard Childress Racing
A whole new look is in store for Richard Childress Racing (RCR) thanks to wide-format inkjet printing technology from Roland DGA Corp. A partnership
between the two companies, announced today, establishes Roland DGA as the exclusive printer manufacturer for RCR, a legendary performer on the
NASCAR racing circuit and home to three of the top 2010 Sprint Cup Series Chase finishers, including Kevin Harvick, Jeff Burton and Clint Bowyer.
“We are honored to partner with Richard Childress Racing,” said Dave Goward, president and CEO of Roland DGA Corp. “Years of prestigious wins have
made RCR a NASCAR legend and favorite among racing fans everywhere. We look forward to sharing in the excitement of this amazing organization.”
The partnership equips RCR’s new state-of-the-art Graphics Center with Roland’s most advanced wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters including
SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT and VersaCAMM VS inkjet printer/cutters featuring Roland’s award-winning Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink. Through the
partnership, RCR will open its campus-like facility located in Welcome, North Carolina, to Roland for training classes, dealer meetings, product demonstrations
and other events, and will offer additional support to Roland advertising and marketing campaigns.
Since opening the RCR graphics studio, Roland printers have been working around the clock to wrap RCR’s extensive inventory of racing cars and trucks,
show cars and delivery vehicles.
“Roland printers provide RCR’s in-house graphics department with quality, speed, reliability and the ability to print and cut graphics in one seamless effort,” said
Richard Childress, president and CEO of Richard Childress Racing. “Roland printers will give our vehicles a new look and feel, as well as allow us the quality
control and quick turnaround we were looking for.”
Roland DGA Corp., and FLEXcon have teamed up to bring users of Roland’s VersaUV LEC series of UV-LED wide-format inkjet printer/cutters a specialized
pressure-sensitive polypropylene media for labeling applications.
“VersaUV is ideal for short-run label production and now FLEXcon has tailored its popular FLEXmark® polypropylene label media for the VersaUV’s unique
dimensions and contour cutting capabilities,” said Andrew Oransky, director of product management for Roland DGA Corp. “Roland inkjet printer/cutters print
and contour cut designs all on one device, allowing professionals to create labels in any shape through one seamless workflow.”
Winner of prestigious DPI and EDP awards and, most recently, the 2010 Label Industry Global Award for New Innovation, the Roland VersaUV inkjet
printer/cutter goes beyond CMYK and White inks to offer Clear Coat which can be layered into unique textures and patterns for embossing and varnishing
effects. VersaUV makes it affordable for printing professionals to produce custom short-run labels as well as unique packaging prototypes on a vast array of
substrates that simulate the final product with unrivaled accuracy.
“We have taken high quality, pressure-sensitive polypropylene face media and married it to a customized, stay flat release liner that allows users to die cut and
perforate label designs right on the VersaUV without additional finishing equipment,” said Rick Harris, product manager of the Product Branding Business
Team for FLEXcon. “FLEXmark® polypropylene media (PP20CPLEC (2.0 mil clear); PP23WPLEC (2.3 mil white); and MPP20SPLEC (2.0 mil metalized silver)
is available in 30" wide rolls to fit all three VersaUV models. FLEXmark® polypropylene images well in a variety of print modes to create labels with beautiful
effects such as embossing and printing with white inks.”
Roland’s VersaUV LEC Series inkjet printer in combination with FLEXcon’s FLEXmark® polypropylene will produce durable, high image quality labels for
product identification and product promotion applications. Sample rolls are available from FLEXcon to qualify these materials for your application.
To see the full range of FLEXcon’s polypropylene films for label applications, visit FLEXcon’s website, www.FLEXcon.com.
Roland inkjet printers and printer/cutters come with VersaWorks RIP software including media profiles and advanced features that ensure superior image
quality, minimize maintenance and costs, and provide out-of-the-box success for businesses. In addition to labels and packaging prototypes, VersaUV can
be used to produce press proofs and is supported by leading commercial color management and proofing solutions from CGS, EFI and GMG. VersaUV is
Energy Star certified.
FLEXmark® polypropylene label media (30" x 150' rolls) is available from FLEXcon immediately — call (508) 885-8370 to speak with a customer service
representative.
Roland University has been renamed Roland Academy, a move that reinforces Roland DGA’s strong affiliation with other Roland training and education
centers worldwide.
“More than ten years ago, Roland DGA pioneered the concept of offering advanced end user and dealer training to businesses throughout the Americas,”
said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. “Following our success, the concept quickly took off internationally and now
Roland training programs are available to customers around the world. We are proud to unite our global training efforts under the Roland Academy name and
look forward to new opportunities to help our customers achieve their business goals.”
Offered in Irvine, Calif., online, and in various cities across the nation, the U.S.-based Roland Academy provides a variety of workshops, webinars and videos
featuring instruction by industry experts on Roland equipment, software and supplies. The curriculum teaches workflows and applications to help
professionals increase their profits and explore new business opportunities. September workshops include Digital Printing Boot Camp in Irvine this week (Sept.
14th – 16th), the Born to Wrap vehicle graphics workshop in Irvine Sept. 21st – 22nd and a Color Management and Productivity workshop Sept. 23rd in
Damascus, Ore.
Digital Printing Boot Camp
For more than 15 years, instructor David Goetter has trained businesses on the fundamentals of large-format digital printing – from production and finishing
techniques to sales, pricing and service strategies. Now professionals can leverage his experience in this three-day, hands-on Roland Academy workshop.
Born to Wrap Workshop
Vehicle graphics and wraps are more popular than ever and can be a great source of new revenues for businesses. Taught by the experts at Digital EFX
Wraps, this two-day workshop teaches everything professionals need to know to get started.
Color Management and Productivity Workshop
The Color Management and Productivity Workshop is designed for VersaCAMM and SOLJET owners to help them get the most from their Roland inkjets.
This one-day class covers maintenance, color management, media selection and new business opportunities.
Roland Expands VersaCAMM VS Line of Wide-Format Metallic Inkjet
Printer/Cutters
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced two VersaCAMM VS eight-color wide-format metallic inkjet printer/cutters: the 54-inch VS-540 and 42-inch VS-420. The new
VS models join Roland’s best-selling 64-inch VS-640, which was introduced earlier this year as the company’s largest and most advanced VersaCAMM to date.
“With the VS series, we’ve combined the best elements of more than two decades of Roland innovation into a single digital printing platform that combines
versatility with affordability,” said Dana Curtis, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “The new printer/cutters have advanced features, including integrated
contour cutting, automated maintenance, precision spot color management, intuitive menu functions and unprecedented print quality. Each model offers users a
choice of either production level print speeds or industry-first metallic silver and white inks.”
VersaCAMM VS printer/cutters come in a choice of three ink configurations: CMYKLcLm + White + Metallic Silver, CMYKLcLm, and double CMYK. Featuring
CMYKLcLm + White + DPI award-winning Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink, the VersaCAMM VS creates premium metallic graphics on demand. The VS series
produces a metallic color palette previously available only through screen printing, offset printing or hot stamping. ECO-SOL MAX achieves outstanding outdoor
durability on coated and uncoated media for a broad range of applications.
Equipped with Roland print/cut technology, the VersaCAMM VS prints images and then automatically contour cuts them on one device through one seamless
workflow. VersaWorks RIP software is shipped with the printer/cutter and features the Roland Metallic Color Library of 512 metallic spot colors that can be
reproduced easily. VersaWorks also includes the new Roland Metallic Texture System Library which has 26 metallic patterns and textures that can be applied to
designs for even richer effects.
VS users can choose from two new metallic print modes, blended or layered. Blended mode prints CMYKLcLm and Metallic Silver ink together for more natural
metallic colors. Layered mode prints Metallic Silver first, followed by CMYKLcLm in one pass, adding richness to metallic effects. A two-stage heater expedites
production, and Roland’s Advanced Ink Circulation System prevents the pigment in metallic and white inks from settling.
VersaCAMM VS features the Roland OnSupport system for remote print management. When a job is completed or ink runs low, notifications are sent to an
e-mail address which can be accessed by a smart phone or computer.
VersaCAMM VS printers/cutters are available through authorized Roland dealers and priced at $26,495 for the original VS-640, $22,995 for the new VS-540
and $18,995 for the new VS-420.
Roland Announces Larger, Faster UV-LED Inkjet Printer/Cutter
Roland DGA Corp. today introduced the 54” VersaUV LEC-540 UV-LED wide-format inkjet printer/cutter. Based on award-winning VersaUV technology, the
LEC-540 prints CMYK + White + Clear and contour cuts virtually any substrate up to 1 mm (0.04”) thick for luxurious, custom graphics with unique special
effects and finishes.
“The LEC-540 is based on low-cost VersaUV technology that has revolutionized the packaging prototype and short run label industries,” said Hiroshi Ono,
product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “With the new LEC-540, professionals can print, contour cut, crease and perforate graphics all on one device. The
LEC-540 prints on an unprecedented range of materials including popular large-format media. New built-in front and back tables facilitate the handling of
rigid substrates for folding cartons and other packaging prototypes.”
The new LEC-540 is the third model in Roland’s VersaUV series. It is faster than previous VersaUV models and offers greater versatility for applications
ranging from packaging prototypes, short-run labels and membrane panels to interior décor items, point of purchase (POP) displays and large-format
window graphics.
The LEC-540 prints on a wide variety of flexible and rigid media, including synthetic paper, polyester film, paper and vinyl banner media, PET, leather, plastic,
polycarbonates and paper boards. In high quality mode, the LEC-540 prints 25 percent faster than the 30” LEC-330 due to new larger UV-LED lamps that
expedite production. LEC-540 lamps automatically reposition themselves for high-speed performance and the highest image quality in all print modes. The LEC-
540 also offers high-quality artistic print mode (1440 x 1440 dpi) for images that rival offset and gravure print quality.
The LEC-540 is offered in three ink configurations: the standard CMYK + White + Clear configuration, CMYK + White + White for high-opacity white printing on
transparent films, and CMYK + Clear + Clear for thick dimensional effects such as embossing. Clear ink can be layered into both gloss and matte finishes
including 72 ready-to-apply patterns from the Roland Texture Library included in Roland’s VersaWorks RIP software.
Users of the LEC-540 can also take advantage of the Roland OnSupport system which allows remote monitoring of production activities. When a job is
completed or ink runs low, the printer will automatically send an e-mail notification to a smart phone or computer. Unattended operation and easy maintenance
are further ensured by an automated white ink circulation system that prevents pigments in the ink from settling, minimizes waste and ensures continuous
uninterrupted printing. The LEC-540 is Roland Eco Label and Energy Star certified.
The LEC-540 is priced at $67,995. The VersaUV series also includes the 30” LEC-330 and 30” LEC-300A. VersaUV was introduced in 2008 as the world’s first
UV-LED inkjet printer/cutter and has been recognized with prestigious DPI and EDP awards for outstanding innovation.
Roland Adds New Static Cling and Updated Banner Material to
Award-Winning Inkjet Media Line
Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, today introduced
two innovative products to update the company’s media line. The new products are compatible with Roland’s
popular ECO-SOL MAX inks, including White and Metallic Silver.
White and Clear Static Cling Inkjet Media
Roland is expanding its media portfolio with eco-solvent compatible static cling material, an entirely new product
that offers an easy-to-use alternative to adhesive-backed window displays. Agents within the material allow the
product to adhere to the inside or outside of windows and other glass surfaces by suctioning to the surface in a
similar fashion to electrically charged “static cling” products. The non-adhesive nature of the substrate allows for
quick and easy do-it-yourself application and removal, perfect for promotional advertisements or temporary point-
of-purchase displays.
Static Cling is available in both white and clear and has the unique capability to cling on both the printed and
unprinted sides without mottling upon application. The white offers an excellent white point for bolder colors and
striking graphics, while the clear allows light penetration for optically clear displays. Both products offer rich,
saturated colors and printing and cutting with exceptional definition and precision.
ESM-LBV2 Light-Weight Banner Vinyl
Roland is also replacing its best-selling light-weight banner vinyl with a newer edition, ESM-LBV2. The updated
version offers the same high-quality characteristics at a price that is over 30 percent lower for the end user. The
new ESM-LBV2 is flame-retardant certified and delivers a wider color gamut, making it a better product at a lower
cost. In addition, ESM-LBV2 offers a brighter white point, a high 1000 x 1000 denier construction, and an ink
savings of 10 percent compared to the former product.
The new certified Roland media products are available throughout North and South America (except Brazil)
through authorized Roland dealers or online at www.rolanddgastore.com. Both products are competitively priced
at $.40 per sq. ft. for the ESM-LBV2 Light-Weight Banner Vinyl and $.30 per sq. ft. for the White and Clear Static
Cling.
Roland Announces VersaArt Series Sublimation Printers
Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, today introduced
a new sublimation solution for its VersaArt series of four-color CMYK wide-format inkjet printers.
VersaArt printers are available in two models, the 64” RS-640 and 54” RS-540. Both deliver rich, saturated colors,
exceptional print quality and high-speed performance, all at an affordable price. For sublimated graphics, VersaArt
printers require the addition of Roland’s BU-2 high capacity ink system and SBL2 sublimation inks. VersaArt
printers are also available in eco-solvent models featuring Roland ECO-SOL MAX ink.
“VersaArt sublimation printers are flexible production tools for applications ranging from soft signage and apparel
to interior décor items,” said Andrew Oransky, director of product management for Roland DGA Corp. “Equipped
with Roland’s proven SBL2 sublimation inks in 1 liter bottles, VersaArt printers feature Roland Intelligent Pass
Control technology for exceptional print quality in every mode.”
VersaArt sublimation printers produce vivid colors and image well at print speeds up to 342.6 sqft/hr. Designed
for unattended production, VersaArt printers can be upgraded with an optional take-up system handling media
rolls up to 66 lbs. Automated maintenance minimizes ink, labor and downtime. VersaArt sublimation printers are
Energy Star certified and carry Roland’s Eco-Label for environmental compliance. Roland VersaWorks RIP
software is included.
VersaWorks RIP Software
Built on the latest Adobe PostScript Engine, Roland VersaWorks RIP software supports Roland Intelligent Pass
Control technology. VersaWorks features include advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options, embedded ICC
profile support and the Roland Color System for precision spot color matching.
Variable Data Printing makes it easy to personalize athletic apparel and uniforms with individual names and
numbers. The VersaWorks estimation tool automatically estimates the ink usage and print time for each graphic
to accurately monitor time and costs. With VersaWorks, users can control up to four Roland inkjet devices and
cutters from one personal computer. The Roland@NET auto update feature ensures ongoing access to the
latest VersaWorks version and profiles available. VersaWorks supports Windows® 7, Vista® and 2000/XP, and
works seamlessly with popular design software including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and CorelDRAW.
VersaArt printers are available through authorized Roland dealers and priced at $17,895 for the RS-640 and
$16,295 for the RS-540. The BU-2 ink system is required for sublimation and priced at $1,999.99. SBL2 inks
are priced at $129.99 per liter.
Roland Introduces the CAMM-1 PRO GX-640 64” Grand Format Vinyl
Cutter
Roland, the world’s leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters and vinyl cutters, has
introduced the company’s largest, most powerful vinyl cutter to date, the 64” CAMM-1 PRO GX-640.
Building on 23 years of advanced CAMM-1 technology, the GX-640 sets a new standard for performance and
precision across a wide range of media. The GX-640 outperforms other cutters on the market today with a new
generation of hardware and software technology.
“For the past three decades Roland has combined technology and innovation into reliable, efficient products that
continue to transform the way creative professionals work,” said Dana Curtis, product manager for Roland.
“Roland’s most technologically advanced cutter to date, the GX-640 is built to work smarter, not harder, with
features that simplify the workflow for even the most daunting challenges in contour cutting.”
The GX-640 is ideally suited for restyling applications. Full integration with Roland VersaWorks RIP software
allows it to contour cut pre-printed graphics for signage and decorated apparel. The GX-640 features the
industry’s most advanced DC servo motor technology for increased mechanical resolution to 3.5 microns. A
total of ten pinch roll slots accommodate up to six added pinch roll assemblies to support the heaviest materials.
Other features include the HEAVY MODE setting for large, heavy media such as sand blast mask, the
OVERLAP function for multiple cuts on thick materials, and EXTEND mode for increased cutting width to
aid in tracking long cuts.
Roland CutStudio Software
The GX-640 comes with the latest version of CutStudio, Roland’s powerful, easy-to-use design software. With
CutStudio, users can draw or edit circles and curves, add text along an arc, and vectorize raster data. CutStudio
is compatible with all current versions of Windows, 7/VISTA/XP(32 and 64 bit), and includes plug-in software
for Adobe® Illustrator® and CorelDRAW® for Windows, and Adobe® Illustrator® for Mac. As a result, users of
these programs need no additional software.
The CAMM-1 PRO GX-640 is priced at $6,995 and available from authorized Roland dealers. The CAMM-1
PRO line also includes 30,” 40” and 50” models. All models are backed by Roland Care service and support
and a three-year warranty.
Roland Launches Canadian Cartridge Recycling Program
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced a cartridge recycling program for the company’s inkjet customers located in
Canada.
The new program joins Roland’s U.S. cartridge recycling program and a host of other environmental initiatives
across the Americas and worldwide. Recycling of cartridges is now available in the U.S. and Canada for all
Roland wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters including eco-solvent, solvent, sublimation, UV and aqueous
models.
“Having a dedicated Canadian recycling program further reduces our carbon footprint by allowing customers to
recycle regionally instead of shipping cartridges to the U.S.,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general
manager for Roland DGA Corp. “Having three collection points in Canada makes it even more convenient and
cost effective to participate. We encourage all our customers to help protect the environment by recycling their
cartridges.”
To take part in the program, Roland inkjet customers across Canada can ship cartridges to state-of-the-art
facilities located in Burnaby, BC, Barrie, ON and Ville St-Laurent, QC. In addition, many Roland Canadian
dealers are offering a drop off point for their customers. Complete instructions including packaging guidelines
and shipping labels can be downloaded from the Roland Web site at www.rolanddga.com/recycle.
Roland North American Environmental Initiatives
Cartridge recycling is just one aspect of Roland’s environmental policy. In the U.S., the Roland organization has
an extensive recycling program for paper, cardboard, pallets, plastics and other recyclables. The company has
also installed low-wattage lights throughout its facilities that feature sensors and automatic timers to conserve
energy. Roland operates building heating and cooling systems through an automated public utility-managed
system that regulates the amount of energy these systems use in accordance with government guidelines.
The company’s U.S. accounting and other departments are paperless. These and many other initiatives reflect
the company’s strong commitment to the environment and to sustainable operations.
Roland’s Global Environmental Standards
Globally, the Roland organization has been proactive for over a decade in establishing environmentally sound
business practices that have both reduced the environmental impact of its products and led to the adoption of
cleaner, more energy efficient manufacturing practices.
The company’s unique “Digital Yatai” manufacturing model is a revolutionary cell-based system that is entirely
paperless and driven in part by solar panels assembled by employees to save energy. At the design level,
Roland has procedures in place that introduce life cycle assessment (LCA) and promote the development of
environmentally-conscious products.
As a result of these and other policies, every Roland product today is designed and manufactured through
sustainable processes that meet ISO 14021 standards. Many of the company’s products are Energy Star
compliant. Additionally, Roland products introduced after September 1, 2007 feature the company’s ECO-labels
which meet ISO 14021 standards for Type II labeling by clearly communicating the environmental attributes of
every product to consumers.
Winners Announced for Roland’s “Why I Use Roland Inks” YouTube
Video Contest
Roland DGA Corporation today announced that Steve Coy of Wynalda Litho (Belmont, Michigan) has been
named the grand prize winner for the “Why I Use Roland Inks” YouTube video contest. Coy’s video, which
featured the members of his entire family, was voted most compelling by Roland’s creative team, earning him
one year’s supply of Roland inks valued at $5,000.
The first place award for the most viewed video as of May 31st went to Kimberly Korb of Wrap City Graphics
(Hopkins, Minnesota). Rich Voss of Sign Pro (Owatonna, Minnesota) won the honorable mention title. Both
were awarded $1,000 in Roland media.
The “Why I Use Roland Inks” contest invited Roland customers to create an original YouTube video sharing their
success with award-winning Roland inks. All contest entries can be viewed on Roland’s YouTube channel
(RolandDGA) and on the Roland Web site at www.rolanddga.com/gallery/contests/inkContest.
“Congratulations to our contest winners and to everyone who participated,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president
and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. “Each video illustrates the outstanding performance of Roland
inks and displays the loyalty and passion we find from Roland customers everywhere.”
According to Steve Coy, “We are excited to win the grand prize. We use our VersaUV to produce prototypes
and comps on just about any material you can imagine. The quality of Roland inks is exceptional. We can
produce a very opaque white which is important when printing on foils. The clear coat is a huge plus, too,
allowing us to show our customers very realistic comps.”
Roland Inks
Over the years, Roland has pioneered many of the industry’s most important advancements in ink technology
including the introduction of the first 6-color wide-format pigment inkjet printer and the first true eco-solvent
inkjet printer. Roland ECO-SOL MAX ink has been recognized industry-wide with numerous awards including
DPI’s Product of the Year award and remains the best-selling ink worldwide for durable graphics due to its
reliable performance. Roland’s Eco-Extreme solvent and ECO-UV inks have set new standards for performance
as well with lasting durability, rich saturated colors and exceptional print quality. Roland also developed the
industry’s first white and metallic eco-solvent inks.
The Roland DGA Creative Center Gallery can now be viewed live online through the company’s new web
cam.
Visitors to Roland DGA’s Web site at www.rolanddga.com can launch the Creative Center web cam for an
up-close look at Roland’s lobby gallery of innovative applications which reflects the imagination of Roland
professionals from around the world. Virtual visitors can view the gallery’s diverse collection of exhibit items
produced on Roland equipment including digitally printed murals, custom apparel and jewelry, fine art sculptures
and wraps of every kind. Viewing hours are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, PST.
“The Roland Creative Center web cam is there to inspire the imagination and share outstanding work throughout
the Roland community,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. “The
web cam enables a complete tour of the Creative Center gallery, with the ability to pan across the entire venue
or zero in on a favorite exhibit item among the hundreds currently featured.”
The Roland DGA Creative Center brings together the work of screen printers, sign makers, label makers, fabric
decorators, product designers, fine artists, engravers, jewelry makers, gift designers, vehicle graphics designers,
movie and television set designers and others whose work demonstrates exceptional creativity and craftsmanship.
The gallery master plan is divided into five themed sections: Roland @ Play, Roland @ Work, Roland @ Home,
Roland on the Road and a future Roland @ the Movies exhibit. The gallery joins an international network of
Roland Creative Centers that includes galleries located in Japan, Belgium, Italy and Germany.
Exhibits feature unique items such as engraved guitars, digitally printed beer taps, sublimated and rhinestone
decorated apparel, engraved wooden children’s toys, custom printed window blinds, reproductions from movie
sets and a even a home décor exhibit complete with a dining area, sublimated tile sink and wrapped refrigerator.
Taking center stage is a replica of an 1895 Otto Lilienthal flying machine that hangs from the ceiling and spans
20 feet in width, featuring fabric wing graphics produced on the company’s AdvancedJET grand-format printer.
Roland’s showcase vehicle is featured as well, sporting a print/cut wrap and fully sublimated interior graphics.
Roland and CGS Publishing Technologies International Announce
Strategic Technology Partnership
Roland and CGS Publishing Technologies International have entered into a strategic partnership to bring leading
edge technologies to the graphics industry.
Focused initially on the packaging market, the partnership has produced a new solution that seamlessly integrates
CGS’ patented ORIS Color Tuner // Web software with Roland’s DPI award-winning VersaUV LED-UV inkjet
printer/cutter. The solution allows businesses to generate highly accurate flexible packaging contract halftone
proofs on virtually any substrate at a fraction of the cost of current laser systems.
“For nearly three decades, Roland has brought innovative technologies to creative professionals,” said Trevor
Haworth, CEO of CGS Publishing Technologies. “Our new combined solution has already been widely adopted
in Japan, delivering new levels of productivity, cost efficiency and quality to businesses there.”
The 30” VersaUV LEC-330 prints on an unprecedented range of substrates and features Roland’s renowned
print/cut technology which enables precision printing and contour cutting of graphics all on one device through
one seamless workflow. In addition to CMYK and white inks, VersaUV prints clear coat which can be layered
to create gloss and matte finishes, unique textures and special effects. Roland ECO-UV inks offer an expansive
color gamut and remain flexible to support the production of packaging samples.
CGS ORIS Color Tuner // Web software includes a new driver supporting VersaUV’s entire color gamut. The
ORIS ScreenDot feature directly processes 1-Bit imagesetter-data, producing perfectly accurate color halftone
proofs. The original screening information allows users to detect screening-related problems such as moirés
and artifacts at a very early stage, avoiding costly remakes. The ORIS ScreenDot Plus feature allows users
to produce halftone proofs, even without final 1-Bit data.
“CGS has set the standard for color management across the graphics industry,” said Rick Scrimger, vice
president and general manager for Roland DGA. “We are certain that our efforts will lead to new solutions for
applications such as large format printing and display graphics. We are working with CGS on integrating the
ORIS solution with other Roland inkjets including the VersaCAMM VS-640 64” 8-color printer/cutter featuring
white and metallic silver inks. We look forward to the opportunities ahead."
Roland Builds Certified Inkjet Media Line with New Glossy Banner,
Vinyl and Paper
Roland DGA Corp. has expanded its ECO-SOL MAX certified media line with three new products: ESM-GBV
Glossy Banner Vinyl, ESM-PCV3 Premium Cast Vinyl 3 and ESM-SGP3 Solvent Glossy Paper 3. Designed for
use with Roland eco-solvent wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, this new generation of media
products is affordably priced while meeting the company’s high standards for quality and performance.
“Our newest media line-up addresses many of the applications driving Roland businesses today including banners,
signs, vehicle wraps, decals, point of purchase displays, posters and fine art reproductions,” said Fernando
Catania, product manager for Roland DGA Corp. “Each product is part of a complete digital printing solution
including inkjet, media and VersaWorks RIP software and is value priced to help our customers maximize
revenues while achieving today’s high quality standards.”
ESM-GBV Glossy Banner Vinyl
A great all-purpose banner product, Roland ESM-GBV is an ideal economy solution for short-term and long-term
indoor and outdoor signage, point of purchase displays and banners. Designed to produce brilliant, color-
saturated prints, it also dries fast for increased productivity. ESM-GBV is extremely durable and can be cut to
edge or hemmed and sewn. ESM-GBV can be finished with grommets and pole pockets.
ESM-PCV3 Premium Cast Vinyl 3
ESM-PCV3 is a premium-quality 2 mil glossy cast uncoated vinyl with a special permanent removable adhesive
that is easier to apply and remove than traditional permanent adhesives. Ideal for indoor and outdoor applications
ranging from signage, labels and decals to vehicle graphics and wraps, ESM-PCV3 is conformable to rivets and
irregular curves or indentations. ESM-PCV3 is highly durable and water-resistant. Lamination is recommended
for fleet applications or to protect images from abrasion and chemical deterioration.
ESM-SGP3 Solvent Glossy Paper 3
ESM-SGP3 is an 8-mil value priced glossy paper specially coated for ECO-SOL MAX ink. With an excellent
white point and gloss level, ESM-SGP3 is well suited for short-term outdoor display and indoor applications
including photographic reproductions, trade show graphics and point-of-purchase displays where there is a
need for high detail and vibrant color imaging. ESM-SGP3 is sturdy, water-resistant and highly scratch resistant.
Lamination is recommended to protect from abrasion.
Competitively priced, Roland DGA media products are available throughout North and South America (except
Brazil) at www.rolanddgastore.com and through Roland Authorized Dealers.
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced a cartridge recycling program for the company’s inkjet customers.
The new program is Roland’s most comprehensive U.S. environmental initiative to date and allows for recycling
of cartridges for all Roland wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters across the U.S. including eco-solvent,
solvent, sublimation, UV and aqueous models.
“We are excited to offer our inkjet customers the opportunity to decrease their shop’s environmental footprint
and reduce waste,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. “The
facility we have selected is state of the art and recycles over 99 percent of waste to save landfills. We
encourage our customers to help protect our planet by participating in this easy, cost effective new program.”
To take part in the program, Roland inkjet customers simply need to ship used cartridges directly to Roland’s
headquarters in Irvine, California. Complete instructions including packaging guidelines and shipping labels
can be downloaded from the Roland Web site at www.rolanddga.com/recycle. A similar cartridge recycling
program for Roland Canadian customers will be announced later this year.
Roland U.S. Environmental Initiatives
The new cartridge recycling program joins a host of initiatives worldwide designed to decrease the
environmental impact of Roland’s operations. In the U.S., the Roland organization has an extensive recycling
program for paper, cardboard, pallets, plastics and other recyclables. The company has also installed low-
wattage lights throughout its facilities that feature sensors and automatic timers to conserve energy. Roland
operates building heating and cooling systems through an automated public utility-managed system that regulates
the amount of energy these systems use in accordance with government guidelines. The company’s U.S.
accounting and other departments are paperless. These and many other initiatives reflect the company’s strong
commitment to the environment and to sustainable operations.
Roland’s Global Environmental Standards
Globally, the Roland organization has been proactive for over a decade in establishing environmentally sound
business practices that have both reduced the environmental impact of its products and led to the adoption of
cleaner, more energy efficient manufacturing practices.
The company’s unique “Digital Yatai” manufacturing model is a revolutionary cell-based system that is entirely
paperless and driven in part by solar panels assembled by employees to save energy. At the design level,
Roland has procedures in place that introduce life cycle assessment (LCA) and promote the development of
environmentally-conscious products.
As a result of these and other policies, every Roland product today is designed and manufactured through
sustainable processes that meet ISO 14021 standards. Many of the company’s products are Energy Star
compliant. Additionally, Roland products introduced after September 1, 2007 feature the company’s ECO-
labels which meet ISO 14021 standards for Type II labeling by clearly communicating the environmental
attributes of every product to consumers.
Roland Customers Learn from the Experts at Digital EFX Wraps at
Popular “Born to Wrap” Vehicle Graphics Workshop
Roland wide-format inkjet printing and contour cutting technology took center stage at the Roland University
Born to Wrap vehicle graphics workshop last month in Irvine, California.
Taught by industry experts Matt Richart and Dallas Fowler of Digital EFX Wraps, the sold-out workshop drew
attendees from as far away as Canada and Nicaragua. Throughout the two-day course, Roland customers
learned valuable design and production techniques and gained experience installing a wide range of vehicle
graphics on Dodge Calibers.
"The hands-on wrapping at the workshop was really helpful,” said Ronnie Fagundes of Spy Printwear located
in Hanford, California. "The instructors also gave us great ideas for scaling and laying out graphics to make
the process more efficient."
Now in its fifth year, the Born to Wrap workshop teaches professionals everything they need to know to profit
from the growing vehicle graphics market. Working side by side with industry experts, students have the
opportunity to wrap an entire vehicle from bumper to bumper. The class teaches attendees first-hand how to
take a job from the estimation stage to finished wrap and also includes an overview of media and lamination
options.
"I appreciated learning how to work with the wrap materials at a fast pace," said Mariano Valle of Publigrafix
located in Managua, Nicaragua. "Time is money, and the work flow tips provided at the workshop are
invaluable."
The Born to Wrap workshop is just one of many learning opportunities offered through Roland University.
Upcoming workshops include Webinars April 19th and 20th featuring instruction on Roland’s MPX impact
printers and STIKA vinyl cutting devices respectively. The all-new Digital Printing Boot Camp will be held May
18th – 20th in Irvine, California featuring renowned training instructor David Goetter whose experience has been
leveraged by thousands of businesses and top industry organizations including DPI and SGIA.
Roland DGA Corporation today announced VersaWorks Version 4.0, a full featured easy-to-use RIP software
package developed exclusively for the company’s line of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters.
Roland inkjet printers and printer/cutters are used by professionals worldwide for applications ranging from signs,
banners and vehicle wraps to custom apparel, packaging prototypes, labels, decals and POP displays. Based
on the latest Adobe CPSI 3019 engine, VersaWorks 4.0 RIP software is included with all Roland inkjets,
providing users with a powerful, fully integrated digital printing solution.
Existing Roland inkjet customers can upgrade to Version 4.0 free of charge through an Internet connection
using the Roland@NET service.
“VersaWorks is an exceptionally robust, true Adobe PostScript 3 RIP ensuring outstanding production output
and ease of use,” said Hiroshi Ono, senior product manager for Roland. “We are pleased to offer VersaWorks
4.0 to our Roland inkjet customers free of charge, reflecting our ongoing commitment to providing them with the
most advanced technology available.”
Fully compatible with Windows 7, Vista, XP and 2000, VersaWorks 4.0 offers several new enhancements including
error diffusion for outstanding print quality and an Advanced Job Log feature that allow users to export job
information such as printing length and ink consumption into Excel supported file formats.
New Metallic Spot Color Library
With the introduction of Version 4.0, VersaWorks now includes more than 500 metallic colors in the Roland
Metallic Color Library, part of the Roland Color matching system. This spot color library supports users of Versa
CAMM VS-640 and SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT inkjets and includes silver, gold, bronze and a range of
pearlescent colors. More than 1,000 standard spot colors are also available in the Roland Color System
supporting all Roland inkjets.
The Roland Color System allows users to print spot color charts and swatch books on any media. These reference
tools help customers choose the best spot color to match a corporate logo or team color. Roland Color System
spot colors can then be reproduced on the same media with 100 percent accuracy every time.
For users of Roland’s VersaUV LEC LED-UV inkjet printer/cutters, VersaWorks 4.0 now features more than
70 textures in the Roland Texture System Library that can be produced using the LEC’s clear coat ink.
Powerful Printing and Cutting Options
Other VersaWorks features include several print options to match the demands of each job. Users can choose
from high-speed mode for production banner printing, the MAX Impact preset for vivid outdoor graphics and
Artistic mode for exceptional indoor graphics. VersaWorks features Variable Data Printing, supports up to four
Roland devices simultaneously and offers support for Roland’s GX series cutters which allows professionals to
manage stand-alone cutting operations or pair a Roland cutter with select Roland inkjet printers for print/cut
applications. VersaWorks automatically estimates the ink usage and print time for each graphic to accurately
monitor time and costs.
VersaWorks also offers embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing capabilities,
and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. The PerfCut function enables users of Roland printer/
cutters to produce precision perforated cut lines.
Roland DGA Introduces New Vise Fixtures for MPX-80/90 Impact
Printers and EGX-360 Engravers
Roland DGA Corp. has introduced new vise fixtures for its MPX-80/90 impact printers, EGX-360 gift engraver
and the ZV-23C center vise.
The new fixtures optimize Roland impact printers and engravers by expanding the range of items that can be
engraved. The vise fixtures consist of a pin jig featuring 10 pins, a pen fixture, and medallion/seal fixtures.
Each is easy to set up and fits on the existing machine vises. The fixtures quickly and easily secure objects
in place for precision results on a multitude of materials.
Roland’s MPX-80/90 desktop impact printers quickly and easily add text, photos, logos and other artwork to
metal and acrylic items for unique jewelry, dog tags, key chains, pens, serial number plates, ID badges and
more. MPX printers produce permanent images and text without leaving any residue from the materials imprinted.
Combining, precision, reliability and ease of use, Roland EGX engravers are perfect for producing high quality
awards, ADA signage, and engraved items ranging from gifts and photo frames to jewelry and other accessories.
The EGX-360 rotary gift engraver engraves complex designs onto curved, cylindrical, domed, flat and irregular
surfaces including glass, acrylics, woods, laminates, metals and many other materials.
Priced at $299.99, the vise fixtures are available through authorized Roland dealers across North and
South America (except Brazil). Starting in April, they can be purchased online at www.rolanddgastore.com
(U.S. only for online orders).
Roland DGA Corporation today announced the new VersaCAMM VS-640 inkjet printer/cutter featuring DPI
award-winning Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink.
At 64" wide, the VS-640 is Roland’s largest, fastest and most versatile VersaCAMM printer/cutter to date,
designed to produce signs, banners, vehicle graphics and wraps, fine art posters, packaging prototypes, labels,
decals, POP displays, heat transfers for apparel and more. The VS-640 combines a new generation of print
head technology with integrated print/cut capabilities, print speeds up to 248 sqft./hr. in dual CMYK mode and
advanced media handling for unmatched print quality and unattended production capabilities. Metallic and
white inks allow users to add impact to virtually any graphic. The VS-640 is priced affordably at $26,495 and
scheduled for availability in March 2010.
“We are proud to introduce this revolutionary printer/cutter at an affordable price point,” said Dana Curtis,
product manager for Roland. “The VS-640 brings the last 20 years of innovation and expertise to one device,
including integrated printing and contour cutting capabilities, next generation print head technology and
accelerated print speeds all in a 64” platform. It also produces white text, graphics and floods and hundreds
of brilliant metallic colors for premium graphics and wraps. It is the industry’s best value and a powerful production
tool for today’s shops.”
The VS-640 features Roland Intelligent Pass Control, Roland’s most advanced inkjet technology, and the
industry’s newest print head technology featuring precision variable droplet capabilities. The new print head
design automatically positions droplets of seven different sizes to optimize image quality at resolutions up to
1440 dpi. As a result, the VS-640 delivers exceptional quality prints that display smooth gradations and flawless
solid colors when viewed up close.
With the VS-640, users can choose from three ink set configurations: CMYKKYMC for high speed production
with no trace of chromatic banding; CMYKLcLmCM for enhanced blues and reds, flawless flesh tones and
improved image quality across lighter colors; or CMYKLcLm+Mt+W for the added versatility of Metallic Silver
and White ink.
ECO-SOL MAX ink offers a wide gamut, fast dry time and superior scratch resistance for dense, rich colors on
a wide range of coated and uncoated media including vinyl, PET film, canvas, paper, transparent film and
banner. ECO-SOL MAX delivers outdoor durability of three years for CMYK and Metallic Silver inks and one
year for White ink. Roland’s patent-pending Advanced Ink Circulation System prevents the pigment in Metallic
Silver and White ECO-SOL MAX inks from settling in the ink lines, dramatically reducing ink waste. This fully
automated system requires no manual intervention.
As an integrated printer/cutter, the VS-640 prints and then automatically contour cuts images without any steps
in between for unattended operation. The print/cut feature also enables the VS-640 to print and cut without
registration or crop marks, expanding the usable print area. The advanced media handling system further
ensures accurate media feeding and supports rolls up to 88 lbs. An optional take-up system is available.
New “Roland OnSupport” Mobile Production Assistance
The VS-640 features “Roland OnSupport,” a new online customer support system allowing users to remotely
track the status of VS-640 activities. The system sends e-mail alerts to a remote PC or mobile phone notifying
users of important information such as when a job is completed and when ink is running low. With Roland
OnSupport, users can also quickly download update files by accessing an exclusive website with just one mouse
click.
Roland VersaWorks® RIP Software
The VS-640 includes VersaWorks 4.0, the latest version of Roland’s RIP software developed exclusively for
the company’s inkjet printers and printer/cutters. This true Adobe PostScript 3 RIP ensures exceptional
production output with unmatched ease of use and incorporates the latest Adobe CPSI 3019 engine.
VersaWorks supports the Roland Color system which accurately reproduces spot colors from color charts and
swatch books. The Roland Metallic Color library in VersaWorks features metallic colors that print using
CMYK+Mt in a single pass. This palette offers users 512 metallic spot colors including gold, silver, bronze
and a wide range of pearlescent colors that are easy to incorporate into graphics. Users can create their
own custom metallic colors as well.
With VersaWorks, users can choose from print options including a high-speed mode for production banner
printing, the MAX Impact preset for vivid outdoor graphics and Artistic mode for exceptional indoor graphics.
In addition, VersaWorks features Variable Data Printing, supports up to four Roland devices simultaneously
and automatically estimates the ink usage and print time for each graphic to accurately monitor time and costs.
VersaWorks features also include embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing
capabilities, error diffusion for outstanding print quality and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. The
PerfCut function enables users to produce precision perforated cut lines. VersaWorks 4.0 is fully compatible
with Windows 7, Vista, XP and 2000. It is scheduled for availability in March 2010.
R-Wear Studio Apparel Design Software Included With Select Roland
EGX Engravers, a $499 Value
Roland R-Wear Studio software makes it easy to design beautiful custom apparel and gifts – and now this
powerful software package is included with select EGX engravers free of charge for customers across North and
South America.
“R-Wear Studio transforms an EGX rotary engraver into an efficient, easy-to-use production device for premium
rhinestone apparel applications,” said Rick Rivera, product manager for Roland. “Rhinestones add style,
sophistication and value to virtually any apparel item or accessory, and Roland’s EGX R-Wear solutions include
everything needed to create these profitable fashion items.”
Combining precision, reliability and ease of use, Roland EGX engravers support applications ranging from
engraved ADA signage to custom badges, nameplates, key rings, jewelry, gift items and glassware. When
paired with R-Wear Studio, EGX engravers can also be used to create templates for rhinestone apparel and
gift items.
For rhinestone apparel applications, R-Wear Studio allows users to create their own designs or import designs
from a wide range of file formats including bmp, jpg, gif, png, and ai and eps for Adobe Illustrator 7 and 8.
Within R-Wear Studio, users can generate stroke fonts for customized inscriptions featuring initials, names and
messages. The software also features a large library of 500 hot-fix rhinestones that match the different colors,
sizes and types available on the market. Costs are displayed for each job, making it easy to calculate profits
and manage rhinestone inventories.
Roland engravers that include R-Wear Studio free of charge include the EGX-350 desktop engraver, the
EGX PRO series (EGX-400/600) of benchtop engravers and the EGX-360 rotary gift engraver. Each produces
crisp text and clear graphics with unmatched power and precision on a wide range of materials. The EGX-360
rotary gift engraver creates complex designs on curved, cylindrical, domed, flat and irregular surfaces including
glass, acrylics, woods, laminates and metals. The Roland EGX line also includes the entry level EGX-30A
engraver which can be upgraded with R-Wear Studio at an additional cost of $499.
In addition to supporting the EGX line, R-Wear Studio can be purchased separately to support Roland’s GX
series of vinyl cutters and VersaCAMM inkjet printer line for custom apparel applications including heat transfers,
vinyl lettering, decals, labels and more.
Roland Introduces New SOLJET Printer/Cutter for the World’s First
Metallic Silver Eco-Solvent Ink
Roland DGA Corporation today announced new Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink (ESL3-MT) for the SOLJET
PRO III XC-540MT 54” inkjet printer/cutter, the industry’s first metallic ink for eco-solvent inkjet printing.
Awarded 2009 DPI Product of the Year, new Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink creates vibrant silver text and
graphics previously impossible with any inkjet printer. It can also be combined with CMYK to produce an entire
spectrum of metallic hues including gold, bronze and other pearlescent colors. This breakthrough silver ink
technology delivers high density for brilliant effects on vinyl, paper, PET film, banner and canvas. Applications
include labels, window decorations, stickers, packaging prototypes, POP displays, signs, posters, banners,
apparel heat transfers, vehicle graphics and wraps.
Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink is available exclusively for the new XC-540MT inkjet printer/cutter, based
on renowned SOLJET PRO III technology. The XC-540MT prints six colors including CMYK+Metallic Silver+
White (CMYK+Mt+W) and automatically contour cuts graphics all in one seamless workflow. A double white
ink model (CMYK+WW) is also available for the brightest white text, graphics and floods.
"We are proud to lead the industry as the first major printer manufacturer to introduce metallic silver eco-solvent
ink," said Andrew Oransky, director of product management for Roland. "In the past, metallic graphics could
only be produced using more complex commercial printing processes. Now, for the first time, professionals can
create stunning metallic effects with all the efficiency of eco-solvent inkjet technology. Metallic inks open up a
whole new color palette, command premium pricing and add sophistication to any graphic or marketing message."
New SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT
To meet the demands of production shops, the XC-540MT achieves a maximum print speed of 441 sqft./hr. and
image quality up to 1440x1440 dpi resolution in CMYK mode. It includes a heavy-duty media handling system,
automated maintenance and the DU-540 dryer/blower unit required for metallic silver ink applications. Roland
Intelligent Pass Control expedites production for the XC-540MT and enhances image quality in every print mode.
The XC-540MT features ECO-SOL MAX inks, providing dense, rich colors, superior scratch resistance, fast
drying time, wide gamut, uncoated media support and outdoor durability of up to three years for CMYK, one
year for White, and one-to-three years for the new metallic silver ink. When dried, Metallic Silver ECO-SOL
MAX ink produces an exceptionally even surface appearance on a wide range of media.
To prevent the pigments in metallic silver and white inks from settling, the XC-540MT also includes Roland’s
unique, patent-pending automated ink circulation system. The system reduces waste of white and metallic
silver ink by up to 84% for dramatically lower running costs. The system ensures exceptional image quality
throughout the longest production runs.
New VersaWorks 3.3 RIP Software Features a Metallic Spot Color Library
Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink is fully optimized by Roland VersaWorks 3.3 RIP software included with
every XC-540MT. This true Adobe PostScript 3 RIP is designed by Roland to ensure exceptional production
output and unmatched ease of use and incorporates the latest Adobe CPSI 3018 engine.
VersaWorks features the Roland Color System which accurately reproduces spot colors from Roland Color
charts and swatch books. A new Roland Metallic Color library in VersaWorks features 12 colors that print
using CMYK+Mt in a single pass. This palette includes silver, gold, bronze and nine other metallic colors.
Users can also easily create and save their own custom metallic spot colors in Roland VersaWorks RIP software.
Metallic Silver ECO-SOL MAX ink is priced at $229.99 per 220ml cartridge. The SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT is
priced at $39,995 including the DU-540 dryer/blower unit. For more information, contact Roland Customer
Services at (800) 542-2307 or visit www.rolanddga.com.
Roland “Cancels the Recession” with Fall Trade-In Promotion
Up to $10,000 in Savings on Popular Inkjet Printers and Printer/Cutters
Now through November 30th, U.S. customers that purchase a new Roland inkjet printer or printer/cutter
can save up to $10,000 when they trade in a qualified used wide-format printer.
Roland’s “Cancel the Recession” promotion covers popular AdvancedJET, SOLJET, VersaCAMM and
VersaArt models.
“In today’s difficult economy, we are proud to offer customers much needed price relief and all the benefits of
our award-winning inkjet technology,” said Joe Dawson, director of sales for Roland DGA Corp. “There has
simply never been a better time to trade up to the best-selling inkjets in the durable graphics industry.”
Trade-in savings:
- $10,000 off the price of a new AdvancedJET i series grand format solvent inkjet printer, available in 104”
and 74” models
- $5,000 off the price of any SOLJET PRO III eco-solvent inkjet including DPI award-winning XJ series
printers in 74,” 64” and 54” widths and Roland’s top-of-the-line XC-540 54” printer/cutter
- $3,000 off the price of the company’s best-selling VersaCAMM VP-540i 54” eco-solvent inkjet printer/cutter
and VersaArt eco-solvent inkjet printers in 64” and 54”widths
This offer is valid through November 30th in the U.S. only. For more information including a list of qualifying
trade-in equipment, visit Roland online at or call Roland Customer Services at (800) 542-2307.
Roland’s All New VersaCAMM SP-i Inkjet Printer/Cutters Offer
Unmatched Performance and Value
Roland DGA Corporation today announced the new VersaCAMM SP-i series of inkjet printer/cutters featuring
innovative Roland print/cut technology which combines precision printing and contour cutting all in one device
through one seamless workflow.
The new VersaCAMM SP-i series includes the 30” SP-300i and the 54” SP-540i inkjet printer/cutters, engineered
from the ground up to enhance the productivity of creative professionals everywhere – from marketing departments
and retailers to sign shops and screen printers. As integrated printer/cutters, VersaCAMM SP-i inkjets make it
easier and faster to produce graphics of virtually any size and shape. Applications include POP displays, labels,
decals, vehicle and floor graphics, heat transfers for apparel, posters, banners, signs and more.
VersaCAMM SP-i printer/cutters feature several enhancements over the previous models including Roland
Intelligent Pass Control™ for new levels of productivity and higher image quality, a new heavy duty media
handling system for stable media feeding through long production runs and new VersaWorks 3.2 RIP software.
“With Roland Intelligent Pass Control, the SP-i series now offers even faster production printing and higher image
quality for greater productivity than ever before,” said Andrew Oransky, director of product management for Roland.
“These benefits combine with our industry-leading print/cut technology and proven reliability to deliver unparalleled
performance and value. No other entry level inkjet device compares.”
Roland Intelligent Pass Control
Roland Intelligent Pass Control optimizes VersaCAMM SP-i image quality by overlapping and feathering
consecutive passes so they literally become one continuous image. As a result, SP-i prints reflect smoother
gradations and dense, flawless solid colors in every print mode.
Roland Intelligent Pass Control also increases productivity by allowing users to achieve outstanding image
quality at higher print speeds. VersaCAMM SP-i inkjets print up to 50 percent faster in Standard print mode
than the previous models. *
* Print speeds vary depending on the media and print mode selected.
Innovative Print/Cut Technology
Designed for both novices and experienced graphics professionals, the VersaCAMM SP-i inkjets are designed
for the production of complex graphics – printing and then automatically contour cutting images without any steps
in between. As a result, the SP-i series can be operated unattended. The print/cut feature also enables the
VersaCAMM to print and cut without registration or crop marks. This both reduces media waste and increases
usable print area.
Exceptional Media Handling, Automated Maintenance and More
The VersaCAMM SP-i series features a new heavy-duty media handling system that ensures stable media
feeding through long print runs. With the new system, the SP-300i handles rolls weighing up to 44 pounds
and the SP-540i accepts up to 66 pounds.
The VersaCAMM SP-i series also supports an optional automated media feed and take-up system to facilitate
precision unattended printing. The TU2-30 and TU2-54 include convenient front-mounted take-up rollers and
advanced tension-controlled take-up units for optimum media feed and tracking. The SP-i series includes an
integrated two-stage heater system which dries prints quickly even in high-speed mode for immediate finishing,
installation or collection by the take-up system.
In addition, an automated maintenance system ensures trouble-free operation and a new maintenance cover
provides easy access to print heads for manual cleanings when needed. With the SP-i series, both 30” and 54”
models come equipped with Ethernet connections.
VersaCAMM SP-i inkjets come with Roland’s ECO-SOL MAX eco-solvent ink, offering dense, rich colors, fast
dry time, wide gamut, uncoated media support and exceptional durability of up to three years outdoors without
lamination.
VersaWorks 3.2 RIP Software
The VersaCAMM SP-300i and SP-540i take full advantage of new Roland VersaWorks 3.2 RIP software. This
true Adobe PostScript 3 RIP is designed by Roland to ensure exceptional production output with unmatched
ease of use and incorporates the latest Adobe CPSI 3018 engine for faster RIP processing, better color and
smoother gradations. VersaWorks 3.2 uses Roland Intelligent Pass Control to optimize the output quality on the
SP-i series and estimates the ink usage and print time for each graphic produced. VersaWorks can control up
to four Roland devices including printers, printer/cutters and cutters. It prints cutter crop marks for an automated
print/laminate/cut workflow. With Roland@NET, updates are free and easy, automatically uploaded through
an Internet connection.
VersaCAMM SP-i Series Features
? 30” and 54” wide-format inkjet printer/cutters
? Integrated print/cut technology prints and contour cuts designs in one seamless workflow
? Roland Intelligent Pass Control for outstanding print quality and increased productivity
? ECO-SOL MAX eco-solvent ink for dense, rich colors, fast dry time, wide gamut, uncoated media support and
exceptional durability of up to three years outdoors without lamination
? Heavy-duty media handling system supports rolls weighing up to 44 lbs. for the SP-300i and 66 lbs. for the
SP-540i
? VersaWorks 3.2 RIP software
? Integrated heater system
? Ethernet connectivity
? Automated maintenance system with new, redesigned maintenance cover
? Optional take-up system
? One-year standard warranty
New SP-i models are available through Roland Authorized Dealers and priced as follows:
? VersaCAMM SP-300i – $12,495
? VersaCAMM SP-540i – $17,895
? Optional TU Series Take-Up System – $2,094.75
Roland Introduces Revolutionary New VersaUV LED-UV Inkjet Printer/
Cutter for Packaging Prototypes and Short-Run Labels
Roland DGA Corp., a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, has introduced
the VersaUV LEC-330 30” roll-to-roll LED-UV inkjet printer/cutter.
The DPI-award-winning VersaUV series is the world’s first LED-UV inkjet printer/cutter line and the industry’s
only production tool to print CMYK + White + Clear Coat and contour cut designs – all in one device through
one seamless workflow. The LEC-330 is Roland’s newest VersaUV model, joining the original 30” LEC-300.
The VersaUV LEC-330 prints on an unprecedented range of substrates including metallic surfaces for labels,
decals, POP displays and posters and semi-rigid sheet stocks such as card stocks for folding cartons and thicker
polycarbonate sheets for membrane switch applications. It also prints on offset paper stock, BOPP, PE and PET
film for highly accurate proofs, prototypes and comps. The LEC-330 can be used to create original patterns and
3D domed corporate logos directly onto synthetic and natural leathers. Other applications include interior décor
items such as customized window coverings and tapestries.
The LEC-330 is a versatile pre-press and proofing device that can save commercial printers the many costs
associated with press downtime. VersaUV shops can also eliminate outsourcing for short production runs for
customized graphics and wraps of virtually any shape, size and texture.
“The new LEC-330 is a remarkable innovation that allows professionals to produce truly unique prototypes and
finished products using the substrate of their choice – and to enhance graphics with an amazing range of effects
and finishes,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland. “Designed for a host of short-
run production, packaging prototyping and proofing applications, the LEC-330 can significantly lower pre-press
costs, save time and generate new revenues for commercial printers, packaging designers and others.”
Advanced Features
The LEC-330 has six high precision print heads for a maximum print speed of up to 101 sqft./hr. An Intelligent Ink
Circulation System optimizes ink usage and minimizes waste. The built-in ventilation hood supports third party air
filtration systems and enables printing on both flexible and semi-rigid sheet stocks.
ECO-UV ink adheres to a wide range of treated and untreated substrates with exceptional color gamut. Instant-
drying and flexible, ECO-UV ink produces prints that require no degassing and can be stretched and applied
around curved surfaces and edges without cracking.
The low heat UV LED lamps allow printing on heat-sensitive media such as shrink wrap, pressure sensitive media
and paper stocks with no risk of damaging the substrate. The LEC-330 can create original patterns and 3D
domed corporate logos directly onto synthetic and natural leathers and can customize window coverings,
tapestries and other interior décor items as well.
The VersaUV LEC-330 is backed by Roland’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty.
VersaWorks 3.2 RIP Software
VersaWorks 3.2 RIP software was developed by Roland engineers for the company’s wide-format inkjet devices.
Based on the latest Abobe CPSI engine (3018), VersaWorks is now faster and more precise than ever before and
features advanced print server functions allowing users to manage up to four Roland inkjet devices simultaneously.
The VersaWorks PerfCut function enables users to produce precision perforated cut lines. VersaWorks also
allows users to select either conventional dual-pass or single-pass print modes for white ink applications.
VersaWorks features include proven productivity tools such as the Roland Color System for easy, precise spot
color matching, the Max Impact Preset for richer color contrast, and Variable Data Printing. Other VersaWorks
features include embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing capabilities and
advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. VersaWorks also estimates the ink usage and print time for each
graphic produced. VersaWorks supports Windows 2000/XP and Vista.
The VersaUV LEC-330 is priced at $59,995 U.S. and available through Authorized Roland Dealers.
Roland has announced the 2009 Roland Express and La Ruta de los Vientos dealer open house tours, bringing
the company’s award-winning line of inkjet printers and printer/cutters to professionals across the U.S., Canada
and Latin America.
Several dealer events have already been scheduled to date - from Panama to Ontario - with more events
added daily. Roland Express and La Ruta de los Vientos events are designed to showcase the Roland line
of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters including VersaCAMM, VersaArt, VersaUV, SOLJET,
AdvancedJET, Hi-Fi Express and Hi-Fi JET Pro II models. These events also provide the opportunity for
professionals to work one-on-one with Roland dealers to build successful business strategies. In addition,
attendees can take the Roland Pure Print Performance Challenge, comparing the print quality of Roland inkjets
to other products on the market.
"Roland open house events provide professionals with the opportunity to partner with our authorized dealers
and develop solutions that address their specific needs," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general
manager for Roland. "We encourage customers and prospects to take the Pure Print Performance Challenge
at these events. We’re confident they’ll see the Roland advantage."
Open House Events Feature Pure Print Performance from Roland
Roland open house events provide professionals with a unique, personalized venue for evaluating Roland Pure
Print Performance inkjets ranging from 30" to 104" in width including eco-solvent, solvent, sublimation and
aqueous printers and eco-solvent printer/cutters.
Roland’s newest inkjets feature Roland Intelligent Pass Control, the company’s patent-pending technology that
virtually eliminates banding by optimizing masking patterns and dot placement at the edge of each pass. With
Roland Intelligent Pass Control, Roland customers achieve smoother gradations, unmatched image quality and
higher productivity.
In an effort to provide complete, full-featured solutions, Roland bundles each of its inkjet printers and
printer/cutters with powerful RIP software with advanced productivity tools such as the Roland Color System
for spot color matching, Variable Data Printing, and the Max Impact preset for richer color contrast. These
advantages combined with the addition of Roland certified inks and media ensure optimum performance.
Roland further ensures the performance of its products by backing best-selling inkjets with a standard
Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty, the industry’s longest and most extensive bundled service and support
contract.
Roland Announces New VersaCAMM VP-i and AdvancedJET
AJ-i Inkjets Featuring Roland Intelligent Pass Control
Roland DGA Corporation today announced new “i” versions of the company’s
popular VersaCAMM VP series inkjet printer/cutters and AdvancedJET AJ series grand-format inkjet printers.
The new AdvancedJET AJ-i and VersaCAMM VP-i inkjets feature Roland Intelligent Pass Control, the
company’s patent-pending technology that virtually eliminates banding by optimizing masking patterns
and dot placement at the edge of each pass.
With Roland Intelligent Pass Control, consecutive passes are overlapped and feathered so they literally
become one continuous image. As a result, finished prints reflect unmatched image quality overall with
smoother gradations and dense, flawless solid colors in every print mode.
“As a manufacturer of the world’s best-selling inkjets for durable graphics, we are excited to offer customers
all the benefits of our most advanced inkjet technology,” said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general
manager for Roland. “Roland Intelligent Pass Control sets a new standard for print quality and productivity,
key success factors in today’s competitive market.”
Roland Intelligent Pass Control increases productivity by allowing users to achieve the same image quality at
higher print speeds. VersaCAMM VP-i inkjets print up to 80 percent faster on banner and 50 percent faster
on vinyl in Standard print mode than the previous models while AdvancedJET AJ-i inkjets can print up to 25
percent faster on banner in Standard print mode.* AdvancedJET AJ-i printers are further enhanced with the
addition of new print head protection plates and new EcoXtreme i ink.
* Print speeds vary depending on the media and print mode selected.
VersaCAMM VP-i Series
The new VersaCAMM VP-i Series includes the 30” VP-300i and the 54” VP-540i. VP-i printer/cutters are
designed from the ground up to enhance the productivity of creative professionals everywhere – from
marketing departments and retailers to sign shops and screen printers. VersaCAMM VP-i inkjets make it
easier and faster than ever to produce durable, professional-quality posters, banners, POP displays, labels,
decals, vehicle and floor graphics, heat transfers for apparel and more. Award-winning ECO-SOL MAX ink
delivers dense, rich colors, fast dry time, wide gamut and exceptional durability of up to 3 years outdoors.
VersaWorks RIP software is included. VersaCAMM VP-i printer/cutters are priced at $15,795 for the
VP-300i and $21,995 for the VP-540i.
AdvancedJET AJ-i Series
Designed for high-volume printing and rush jobs including billboards, banners, fleet and vehicle graphics, the
AdvancedJET AJ-i Series includes the 74” AJ-740i and the 104” AJ-1000i. AJ-i printers deliver brilliant
six-color CMYK+LcLm graphics at an impressive maximum print speed of 968 sqft/hr for the 104” AJ-1000i.
Unlike other industrial printers, the AdvancedJET AJ-i Series runs with minimal operator maintenance and
fine tuning. The AdvancedJET AJ-i also includes powerful Roland VersaWorks RIP software.
To support AJ-i printers, Roland has introduced new EcoXtreme i ink, offering outstanding color density, wide
gamut and rugged 3-year outdoor durability while dramatically reducing odor. AJ-i printers also support
Roland’s EcoXtreme LT ink, a cost-effective alternative for short-term applications. AdvancedJET AJ-i
printers are priced at $47,295 for the AJ-740i and $62,995 for the AJ-1000i.
All “i” series models are available through Roland Authorized Dealers.
Roland Announces Free Quality and Productivity Upgrade for
VersaCAMM VP and AdvancedJET Inkjet Owners
Roland DGA Corporation today announced the Free Pure Print Performance Upgrade for new and existing
customers of the company's VersaCAMM VP series printer/cutters and grand-format AdvancedJET AJ series
printers.
Roland’s Free Pure Print Performance Upgrade is offered worldwide, benefitting thousands of Roland customers.
The 30" VersaCAMM VP-300 and 54" VP-540 are among the best selling inkjets in the company’s history. The
AdvancedJET series includes the 104" AJ-1000 and 74" AJ-740, grand-format printers designed for high-speed,
volume production.
"Once again, Roland is unique in offering a valuable free upgrade to our customers in appreciation for their
loyalty and support," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland. "The Free Pure
Print Performance Upgrade features revolutionary Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology, first introduced
in our high-performance SOLJET PRO III series. Now VersaCAMM and AdvancedJET customers everywhere
can employ this powerful technology for the exceptional image quality and productivity their businesses require."
Roland Intelligent Pass Control Technology
With the Free Pure Print Performance Upgrade, both existing and new users of AdvancedJET and VersaCAMM
VP inkjets can take advantage of Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology, the company’s patent-pending
technology that virtually eliminates banding by optimizing masking patterns and dot placement at the edge of
each pass. With Roland Intelligent Pass Control, consecutive passes are overlapped and feathered so they
literally become one continuous image. As a result, finished prints reflect unmatched image quality overall with
smoother gradations and dense, flawless solid colors in every print mode.
Roland Intelligent Pass Control also increases productivity by allowing users to achieve the same print quality
at higher speeds. Upgraded VersaCAMM VP inkjets print up to 80 percent faster on banner and 50 percent
faster on vinyl in Standard print mode while the AdvancedJET can print up to 25 percent faster on banner in
Standard print mode.* Upgraded AdvancedJETs are further enhanced with the addition of new print head
protection plates.
Upgrading Your Roland
VP-540/VP-300 customers can download their free upgrade kit including Roland VersaWorks 3.1 at
www.rolanddga.com/upgrade. AJ-1000/AJ-740 users will be contacted by a Roland Authorized Dealer
regarding their free upgrade kit and installation of the protection plates.
For more information about the Free Pure Print Performance Upgrade, visit www.rolanddga.com or contact
Roland Customer Service at (800) 542-2307.
* Print speeds vary depending on the media and print mode selected.
VersaCAMM VP Series
The VersaCAMM VP Series is designed from the ground up to enhance the productivity of creative professionals
everywhere – from marketing departments and retailers to sign shops and screen printers. Featuring a new
compact design and numerous enhanced productivity features, VersaCAMM VP inkjets make it easier and
faster than ever to produce durable, professional-quality posters, banners, POP displays, labels, decals,
vehicle and floor graphics, heat transfers for apparel and more. VersaWorks RIP software is included.
AdvancedJET AJ Series
Designed for high-volume printing and rush jobs including billboards, banners, fleet and vehicle graphics, the
AdvancedJET delivers brilliant six-color CMYK+LcLm graphics at an impressive maximum print speed of 968
sqft/hr. Unlike other industrial printers, the AdvancedJET runs with minimal operator maintenance and fine
tuning. The AdvancedJET also includes powerful Roland VersaWorks RIP software.
Roland DGA Corp. announced a 20 percent price reduction across its entire line of certified and profiled media
supporting the company’s wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters.
"It is our goal to provide complete high-performance solutions to our customers including profiled media, inks
and RIP software," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. "Every
product in the media line has been selected to meet our high standards for quality and profiled for optimum
performance with our inkjet printers and printer/cutters. During this time of economic uncertainty when budgets
are stretched thin, we are pleased to offer this tremendous value to our customers."
Roland Certified Media
The Roland certified media line includes more than 50 products that have been strategically selected to meet
the needs of the company’s customers in the sign, vehicle graphics, fine art and photography industries. All
Roland media products are part of a complete digital printing solution and have been tested, certified and
profiled for performance with the company’s inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters.
The Roland media line includes cast and calendered vinyl, banner media, clear films, reflective vinyl, canvas,
papers, overlaminates and more. Popular new additions to the line include the Roland Restyling Solution
featuring a combination of premium cast vinyl and cast overlaminate film and Solvent Canvas Media designed
for the company’s eco-solvent and solvent inkjets.
Award-Winning Product Line
According to recent worldwide market share studies, Roland enjoys a commanding lead in sales among
manufacturers of wide format inkjet printers in the durable graphics industry. Ranging in size from 30"
to 104" in width, Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including multiple Andre Schellenberg
Awards, and repeated victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI Product of the Year competitions.
Other honors for Roland technologies include the Seybold Hot Pick award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design
Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award, Digital Output Readers' Choice Awards, and Graphic Design’s Fall Forty.
Roland Announces Special Leasing Promotional Offer
Roland DGA Corp. announced a limited-time leasing promotion available through Roland Financial Services,
the company’s financing program powered by U.S. Bank.
Now through March 31st, qualified customers can lease Roland products for $199 per month for the first year
of a 5-year lease with no advance payment and a $1 end-of-lease buyout option. This offer extends to U.S.
customers for equipment priced at $10,000 or more and is subject to credit approval.
"With the uncertainty of our current economic environment, the $199 per month lease solution offers Roland
customers an easy, low cost entry point while preserving their capital," said Joe Dawson, senior director of
sales for Roland.
Roland Financial Services
Roland Financial Services offers a range of lease options to meet varying business demands including
additional financing for media, ink and training through Roland University. The program is offered in partnership
with U.S. Bank, the 6th largest commercial bank in the United States with assets of $238 billion.
With Roland Financial Services, Roland customers can preserve their existing bank credit lines and conserve
cash for the future. With minimal or no initial fees, Roland Financial Services allows businesses to finance up
to 125 percent of the equipment purchase price when including supplies and training costs as well. Financing
options are also available for equipment upgrades, allowing lease customers to take advantage of new Roland
technologies as they become available.
For more information including terms and conditions or to apply for this special leasing offer, visit the Roland
Web site at www.rolanddga.com/lease or call Roland Customer Services at (800) 542-2307.
Roland DG Corporation today announced the completion of its Miyakoda factory expansion.The Miyakoda
factory is responsible for producing the company’s best-selling, wide-format inkjet printers for the durable
graphics industry.
Roland DG broke ground on the factory expansion in March of 2008 and completed the facility on schedule in
November.The factory expansion became operational on December 1st.
The completion of the Miyakoda factory has allowed Roland DG to consolidate its parts warehouse, packing
materials warehouse and storage depot for finished products into the company’s primary manufacturing facility.
As a result, the company now houses all aspects of its manufacturing operations in one location including parts
procurement, production, product packing and shipping.
The expanded factory optimizes the capabilities of the company’s “D-shop” technology, the newest generation
of Roland DG’s Digital Yatai production technology. Digital Yatai technology follows an automated cell-based
model that enables a single employee to assemble a product from start to finish while preventing human errors
and controlling inventories to meet evolving market demands. The new factory expansion builds on this highly
efficient system by eliminating the time and resources involved in transporting parts between external
warehouses and the Miyakoda factory.
The new expanded digital factory is designed to further reduce the company’s environmental footprint and to
protect employees and equipment in the event of an earthquake. To save energy, heat insulated roofing and
exterior walls were installed along with an energy efficient air conditioning system. These measures, combined
with the elimination of the transportation service between warehouses, will reduce the company’s carbon dioxide
emissions by a total of 40 tons (880,000 lbs.) per year. Like the rest of the Miyakoda factory, the new expansion
was constructed according to strict earthquake safety codes. These efforts are in keeping with Roland DG’s
corporate values that focus on the safety of employees and environmental conservation.
Roland DG continues to streamline its D-Shop production processes. New technologies have been implemented
to automate a number of simple assembly operations, allowing employees to focus on more complex assembly
processes requiring manual work. As a result, the new D-shop technology saves assembly time and space. In
addition, a separate room was built for the automated assembly area to ensure a clean production environment.
To support future growth Roland DG will continue to improve manufacturing efficiencies and will increase the
production capacity of its cutting-edge manufacturing operations.
Roland Expands Organization with New Hires and Promotions
Responding to the needs of the company’s growing customer base, Roland DGA Corporation has added senior
level managers to its management, sales and service teams.
"We continue to build the organization toward the goal of providing outstanding service and support to our
valued customers," said Dave Goward, president and CEO for Roland DGA Corp. "It is a pleasure to recognize
individuals who demonstrate above and beyond commitment to the Roland organization and to welcome new
team members as well. We believe we are well positioned for success going forward."
Rick Scrimger, Vice President and General Manager
Rick Scrimger’s responsibilities have changed to include all inkjet devices, software, supplies, vinyl cutters,
engravers, and 3D scanning and milling machines. In this position, Scrimger is responsible for leading the
company’s sales, marketing, and product management initiatives. Scrimger’s background includes his
previous role as vice president and general manager of Roland’s Color Products division as well as senior
sales and marketing management experience with the Graphic Intelligence Agency/GretagMacbeth/Xrite.
In addition, he has more than 10 years of sales and product management experience with Roland. A frequent
speaker and panelist at industry conferences nationwide, Scrimger holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Psychology from Pitzer College and an MBA from the UCI Graduate School of Management.
David Nelson, General Counsel
David Nelson has been appointed general counsel for Roland. As general counsel, Nelson is a member of
Roland’s senior management team, provides strategic leadership and legal counsel for the company and
oversees all aspects of the company’s legal affairs. Prior to joining Roland, Nelson served as the principal
attorney at the Nelson Law Firm which he founded in 2002. Nelson’s law practice primarily consisted of
representing businesses and individuals in the areas of corporate and business law, including the sale and
acquisition of several companies, key strategic transactions, and occasional litigation. Nelson holds a
Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Philosophy from Azusa Pacific University and a Juris Doctor from
Pepperdine University School of Law, where he was also a member of the Law Review and the Moot Court
team. After graduating from law school, Nelson served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Johnnie B. Rawlinson
of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
Joe Dawson, Senior Director of Sales
Joe Dawson has been promoted to the position of senior director of sales, responsible for key sales functions
across all Roland inkjet devices, vinyl cutters, engravers and all related supplies and accessories for North
and South America. Dawson brings to the position more than 20 years of senior-level sales experience and
has served in both sales and business development roles for Roland since joining the company in 2005. He
holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from Arizona State University.
Fred Sciuto, National Sales Manager, Color Products
Fred Sciuto has joined Roland as national sales manager for color products, responsible for sales of inkjet
products, supplies and accessories for the U.S. market. Sciuto has more than 18 years of successful sales
and sales management experience in digital printing, commercial printing and packaging with Eastman Kodak,
Creo, and Agfa. Most recently, he served as a district sales manager with Eastman Kodak Company in its
Graphics Communications Group, focusing on the high speed digital printing market.
Mark McClafferty, Eastern Regional Sales Manager
Mark McClafferty has joined Roland as the eastern regional sales manager based in the Philadelphia area.
McClafferty has more than 10 years of digital printing experience in pre press, promotional product development
and sales concentrated in the color and variable data markets. Most recently McClafferty served as a
business development manager for Staples, responsible for large format and digital printing sales for the
eastern region. McClafferty holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kings College in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania.
Michael Nichols, Service Manager
Michael Nichols has been promoted to the position of service manager for Roland. Nichols brings to the
position more than 20 years of managerial experience including eight years at Roland where he has served in
operations management and network administration positions. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Arts
degree from the University of Phoenix.
Roland’s New 30" VersaUV Inkjet Printer/Cutter Wins Prestigious DPI
Product of the Year Award
Roland announced that the company’s new VersaUV LEC-300 30" UV inkjet printer/cutter was named 2008
DPI Product of the Year for the Output Device Poster Category in SGIA’s annual competition. Roland’s
VersaWorks 3.0 RIP software earned a DPI Partner Award for the Output Device Poster Category for its role in
producing the winning print.
Entries for the DPI Product of the Year competition were judged on the Expo show floor at the recent SGIA
conference in Atlanta by a team of digital imaging professionals. In the Output Device category, entrants were
required to submit a test print produced from the nominated device. The image, designed by SGIA, was
intended to challenge the output device’s capabilities. Roland’s VersaUV LEC-300 outperformed all competing
products to take top honors.
"Each year, the DPI Product of the Year award recognizes products that deliver the highest levels of print
quality," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland. "We are proud to receive this
prestigious award. The VersaUV LEC-300 is a groundbreaking new UV inkjet device, combining a new
generation of LED-curable inks with renowned Roland print/cut technology for unmatched image quality and
versatility."
DPI Product of the Year: VersaUV LEC-300
The revolutionary new VersaUV LEC-300 is the industry’s first wide-format UV inkjet printer/cutter and uses safe,
low-heat LED lamps. The LEC-300 prints CMYK + White + Clear on a wide range of substrates including foils,
metallic and synthetic papers, BOPP, PE, and PET film for unmatched color, texture and dimension.
At 30” wide, the LEC-300 is a highly versatile production tool that can be used for both short production runs and
pre-press applications such as label proofs, packaging comps and prototypes. Clear coat adds remarkably rich
special effects ranging from high-gloss finishes for area highlights to custom-textured effects such as faux leather
and crocodile embossing.
New Roland ECO-UV inks produce graphics that are easy to handle and can be stretched across both curved
surfaces and sharp edges without cracking. Priced at $49,995, the VersaUV comes with VersaWorks 3.0 RIP
software and Roland’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty.
DPI Partner Award: Roland VersaWorks 3.0 RIP Software
Developed for the company’s wide-format inkjet devices, VersaWorks 3.0 combines powerful features with an
easy-to-use interface for outstanding results print after print.
Based on the latest Abobe CPSI engine (3018), VersaWorks 3.0 is more robust and precise than ever before
and features advanced print server functions allowing users to manage up to four Roland devices simultaneously.
VersaWorks 3.0 also offers support for Roland’s GX series cutters which allows professionals to manage stand-
alone cutting operations or pair a Roland cutter with a Roland VersaArt printer for print/cut applications. A new
PerfCut function enables users to produce precision perforated cut lines as well.
In addition, VersaWorks includes proven productivity tools such as the Roland Color System for easy, precise
spot color matching, the Max Impact Preset for richer color contrast, and Variable Data Printing. Other
VersaWorks features include embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing
capabilities and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. VersaWorks supports Windows 2000/XP and
Vista.
Roland Receives SGIA Magnus Award
In addition to receiving the DPI Product of the Year Award, Roland was honored with the 2008 SGIA Magnus
Award reflecting the company’s contributions to the SGIA organization and overall industry. In particular, the
award recognizes Roland’s 2007 - 2008 association membership campaign, an extensive outreach to Roland
customers encouraging them to join leading industry organizations including SGIA to further their education
and training goals.
Roland Adds New Roland Restyling Solution to Media Line
Roland DGA Corp., a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, has expanded
its award-winning media line with the new Roland Restyling Solution.
Featuring premium cast vinyl and cast overlaminate film, the new solution supports Roland’s entire line-up of
eco-solvent and solvent inkjets including the new VersaArt RS series as well as popular SOLJET, VersaCAMM
and AdvancedJET models.
Premium cast vinyl prints beautifully and features Avery Dennison Easy Apply RS™ adhesive technology, an
advanced repositionable adhesive that simplifies the installation process on even the toughest surfaces.
Formulated for pliability, it adheres seamlessly to the most intricate curves, contours and rivets. Overlaminate
film adds years of durability to finished graphics for superior performance in harsh outdoor climates.
"We are pleased to bring this innovative new media solution to our customers in the fast-growing vehicle
graphics market," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. "The new
Roland Restyling Solution has been tested, certified and profiled for performance with Roland inkjets and meets
all our high standards for imaging, performance and durability."
Premium Wrap Vinyl
Roland Premium Wrap Vinyl is a high-quality 2-mil high gloss cast vinyl with specialized Avery Dennison Easy
Apply RS™ adhesive that is durable, but easier to remove than traditional permanent adhesives. The specialized
adhesive is repositionable which allows the material to slide across vehicle surfaces for exact graphic placement.
Premium Wrap Vinyl conforms to rivets, curves and indentations and is warranted for up to 60 months outdoors
when printed with Roland ECO-SOL MAX or EcoXtreme inks and laminated with Roland Premium Matte Cast
Overlaminate.
Premium Matte Cast Overlaminate
Roland Premium Matte Cast Overlaminate is a high-quality 2-mil matte overlaminate film with a clear adhesive. It
offers generous flexibility with a matte finish for a unique look that lowers reflection and ensures sharp detailed
graphics in any lighting condition. This product is guaranteed for up to 60 months outdoors. A pressure-sensitive
film, Premium Matte Cast Overlaminate is suitable for laminating all media types for added protection and durability.
Roland Restyling Solution Features:
- Premium cast 2-mil gloss vinyl and matte overlaminate film
- Developed specifically for vehicle graphics applications
- Profiled and certified for performance with VersaArt, VersaCAMM, SOLJET and AdvancedJET inkjets
- Superior imaging with Roland ECO-SOL MAX and EcoXtreme inks
- Specialized Avery Dennison repositionable adhesive simplifies installation process
- Conforms to curves, indentations and rivets
- Roland exclusive warranty that covers wrap material and ink for 60 months
Competitively priced, the Roland Restyling Solution is available immediately through Roland Authorized Dealers.
Roland Media and Inks
The Roland Restyling Solution is the newest addition to the Roland media line which includes more than 50
products that have been strategically selected to meet the needs of the company’s customers in the sign,
vehicle graphics, sublimation, fine art and photography industries. All Roland media products are part of a
complete digital printing solution and have been tested, certified and profiled for performance with the company’s
VersaCAMM, VersaArt, VersaUV, SOLJET, AdvancedJET, Hi-Fi Express and Hi-Fi JET printers and integrated
printer/cutters.
Widely recognized for their performance and durability, Roland inks include industry-acclaimed ECO-SOL MAX
eco-solvent ink featured in all VersaArt, VersaCAMM and SOLJET inkjets; EcoXtreme solvent ink for the
AdvancedJET series; Roland aqueous ink, available in both dye and pigment options for Hi-Fi JET printers;
ECO-UV ink featured in the VersaUV inkjet printer/cutter; and custom HeatWave inks for the Hi-Fi Express
sublimation printer.
Roland Announces VersaArt Series of Wide-Format Inkjet Printers
Roland DGA Corp., a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, has
introduced the VersaArt RS series, the company’s newest 4-color wide-format eco-solvent inkjet printers
combining the latest technologies from the company’s SOLJET PRO III and VersaCAMM lines.
Ideally suited for the production of large indoor and outdoor CMYK graphics, the 64" RS-640 and 54" RS-540
are the perfect production tools for signs, POP/POS materials, banners, posters, vehicle graphics and wraps.
VersaArt printers also support soft signage and fabric applications.
The VersaArt series offers accelerated print speeds and delivers superior image quality thanks to Roland
Intelligent Pass Control™ technology. VersaWorks 3.0 RIP software is included offering a host of new features
and powerful productivity tools including support for Roland cutters which can be combined with VersaArt
printers to produce print/cut graphics. As low-maintenance devices, VersaArt printers are Energy Star certified
and carry Roland’s Eco-Label, an ISO 14021 Type II label certifying compliance with a company’s internal
environmental standards.
"The new VersaArt series is compact and easy to use, yet achieves Roland’s high standards for image quality
and speed," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. "This new printer
line is aggressively priced while offering many performance features from our SOLJET PRO III series such as
Roland Intelligent Pass Control."
Roland Intelligent Pass Control
First introduced in SOLJET PRO III models, Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology (patent pending) is a
3-dimensional system combined with optimized mask patterns designed to control the ink firing at the edge of
each pass and deliver unprecedented imaging performance in all resolutions. The result is improved print
quality and throughput while virtually eliminating banding. With Roland Intelligent Pass Control, VersaArt
graphics reflect stunning image quality with exceptionally smooth gradations and flawless solid colors.
High-Speed Printing
Designed for productivity, the 64" VersaArt RS-640 prints at an impressive 136.7 sqft./hr. in standard print mode
and 230 sqft./hr. in billboard mode. The 54" RS-540 prints at up to 131.3 sqft./hr. in standard print mode and
221.7 sqft./hr. in billboard mode.
VersaWorks 3.0 RIP Software
The VersaArt series comes complete with VersaWorks 3.0 RIP software, developed by Roland engineers for
the company’s wide-format inkjet devices. VersaWorks 3.0 combines powerful features with an easy-to-use
interface for outstanding results print after print.
Based on the latest Abobe CPSI engine (3018), VersaWorks 3.0 is more robust and precise than ever before and
features advanced print server functions allowing users to manage up to four Roland inkjet devices simultaneously.
VersaWorks 3.0 also offers support for Roland’s GX series cutters which allows professionals to manage stand-
alone cutting operations or pair a Roland cutter with a Roland inkjet printer such as a VersaArt for print/cut
applications. A new PerfCut function enables users to produce precision perforated cut lines as well.
In addition, VersaWorks includes proven productivity tools such as the Roland Color System for easy, precise
spot color matching, the Max Impact Preset for richer color contrast, and Variable Data Printing. Other
VersaWorks features include embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing
capabilities and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. VersaWorks supports Windows 2000/XP
and Vista.
VersaArt Features:
- 64" and 54" eco-solvent inkjet printers
- Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology
- Maximum print speed of 230 sqft./hr. (RS-640)
- ECO-SOL MAX inks in 4 brilliant colors (CMYK)
- Choice of 440 ml or 220 ml ink cartridges
- Up to 3 years outdoor durability without lamination
- Outstanding image quality up to 1440x720 dpi
- Roland VersaWorks 3.0 RIP software
- Easy-to-Use Graphical User Interface
- Roland Color System
- Variable Data Printing
- Max Impact Preset for richer color contrast
- Advanced media handling system
- RS-640 supports rolls up to 88 lbs.
- RS-540 supports rolls up to 66 lbs.
- Optional TU2 automated take-up system
- Energy Star Certified
- Roland Eco-Label
- Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty
The new VersaArt series is priced at $16,995 for the RS-640 and $15,495 for the RS-540. The optional TU2 take
system is priced at $1,995 for both RS-640 and RS-540 models. VersaArt printers are available through
Authorized Roland Resellers.
Roland Introduces World’s First UV Inkjet Printer/Cutter
Roland DGA Corp., a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, has introduced
the world’s first UV inkjet printer/cutter, the company’s most advanced, versatile digital print production tool to date.
The environmentally friendly 30” VersaUV LEC-300 inkjet printer/cutter comes equipped with the industry’s latest
generation of UV inks and safe, low-heat LED lamps. It prints CMYK + White + Clear on a wide range of
substrates including foils, metallic and synthetic papers, BOPP, PE, and PET film for unmatched color, texture
and dimension.
Clear coat adds remarkably rich special effects ranging from high-gloss finishes for area highlights to
custom-textured effects such as faux leather, crocodile skin and even Braille. VersaUV comes with
VersaWorks 3.0 RIP software, achieves 1440 dpi image quality and is backed by Roland’s Two-Year
Trouble-Free Warranty.
"The VersaUV LEC-300 is a groundbreaking digital printing device supporting an endless range of highly
customized applications," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp.
"In addition to short run production of high-end specialty graphics, the LEC-300 is a uniquely capable prepress
tool for label proofs, packaging comps and one-off prototypes."
A Highly Versatile Production Tool
Across an unprecedented range of substrates, the LEC-300 prints CMYK + White + Clear Coat and contour
cuts for unmatched versatility. The LEC-300’s White ECO-UV ink creates crisp, flawless graphics and text
and can be used as an undercoat to enhance the brightness of four-color prints.
The VersaUV LEC-300 prints on paper including metallic surfaces for labels, decals, POP displays and posters.
It also prints on offset paper stock for highly accurate proofs, prototypes and comps. The LEC-300 can be
used to create original patterns and 3D domed corporate logos directly onto synthetic and natural leathers.
Other applications include interior décor items such as customized window coverings and tapestries.
The LEC-300 is a versatile pre-press and proofing device that can save commercial printers the many costs
associated with press downtime. VersaUV shops can also eliminate outsourcing for short production runs for
unique, customized graphics and wraps of virtually any shape, size and texture.
Easy Production Workflow
With VersaUV, there are no plates or film to produce. Users simply design on a personal computer, send the
file to the printer, and VersaUV automatically prints and digitally die cuts the finished print. Die cutting is
achieved through Roland’s renowned integrated print/cut technology that enables printing and cutting in one
seamless workflow for optimum ease of use.
World’s Most Advanced UV Inks
ECO-UV ink was especially formulated for the LEC-300’s curing system for perfect curing at all print speeds,
delivering high color density and wide gamut. Instant drying and flexible, ECO-UV inks do not require
degassing and can be stretched and applied around curved surfaces and sharp edges without cracking.
The LEC-300 includes two state-of-the-art solid state UV LED lamps arranged in a staggered configuration
enabling both matte and gloss clear coat finishes. In addition to a wide range of finishes, ECO-UV clear coat
improves scratch and chemical resistance for one-year outdoor durability. Packaged in no-mess 220ml
cartridges, ECO-UV ink is VOC-free once cured.
State of the Art Curing System
LEC-300 LED lamps generate very little heat and last up to 10,000 hours, as much as ten times longer than
conventional UV lamps. The LEC-300’s LED lamps can also be turned on and off instantly and are ready to
use immediately after the printer is turned on. By contrast, conventional curing systems may take up to ten
minutes to pre-heat to the targeted level and burn continuously as long as the printer is running.
Energy Star Certified and Ozone Free
The LEC-300 is the world’s first Energy Star certified wide-format UV inkjet and automatically enters a low
power mode when it is not used for an extended period of time. This feature can save thousands of dollars in
electric bills each year and also lowers the emission of green house gases. The LEC-300 requires only 320W
of power - approximately one tenth the power required by conventional UV printers. Accordingly, the LEC-300
can be operated on a standard electrical outlet without an additional power supply.
In addition, the LEC-300 uses a light source that is completely ozone free and emits light in the range called
Near-UV of the UV spectrum, making it a safe alternative to conventional UV lamps. The LEC-300 carries
Roland’s Eco-Label.
VersaUV LEC-300 Features:
- World’s first UV inkjet printer/cutter
- Ideal for proofs, label and packaging prototypes and short production runs
- ECO-UV inks are the industry’s newest generation of UV inks
- Five-colors (CMYK+White) + Clear Coat
- Layered clear coat produces unique textures and finishes
- Supports hundreds of media options including metallic and synthetic papers, foils, BOPP, PE and PET film
and flexible substrates
- Long lasting, energy efficient LED Lamps
- Outstanding image quality up to 1440 dpi
- Roland VersaWorks RIP software
- Easy-to-Use Graphical User Interface
- Roland Color System
- Variable Data Printing
- Max Impact Preset for richer color contrast
- Roland Eco-Label
- Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty
VersaWorks 3.0 RIP Software
The LEC-300 comes complete with VersaWorks 3.0 RIP software, developed by Roland engineers for the
company’s wide-format inkjet devices. VersaWorks 3.0 combines powerful features with an easy-to-use
interface for outstanding results print after print.
Based on the latest Abobe CPSI engine (3018), VersaWorks 3.0 is more robust and precise than ever before
and features advanced print server functions allowing users to manage up to four Roland inkjet devices
simultaneously. VersaWorks 3.0 also offers support for Roland’s GX series cutters which allows professionals
to manage stand-alone cutting operations or pair a Roland cutter with a Roland inkjet printer for print/cut
applications. A new PerfCut function enables users to produce precision perforated cut lines as well.
VersaWorks allows users to select either conventional dual-pass or single-pass print modes for white ink
applications.
In addition, VersaWorks includes proven productivity tools such as the Roland Color System for easy, precise
spot color matching, the Max Impact Preset for richer color contrast, and Variable Data Printing. Other
VersaWorks features include embedded ICC profile support, ink level adjustment tools, software proofing
capabilities and advanced cropping, tiling and nesting options. VersaWorks supports Windows 2000/XP and Vista.
The VersaUV LEC-300 is priced at $49,995 U.S. and available through Authorized Roland Resellers.
Roland Announces Winners of First-Ever I Love My Roland Contest
Roland announced the winners of the first-ever I Love My Roland Photo Contest. Entrants were asked to
submit up to five photos of themselves with their Roland equipment plus up to 25 words on "why they love their
Roland." Over 100 entries from all over the world competed for the grand prize of a Caribbean cruise or trip to
SGIA’s Specialty Printing & Imaging Expo to be held in Atlanta October 15th - 18th.
Grant Eneix, owner of Macular Media in Houston, Texas, was selected as the contest’s Grand Prize Winner
through a random drawing of the top 25 finalists. Eneix’s photo features Eneix and Macular Media employee
Matt Kohn dressed in business attire behind their VersaCAMM VP-540 54" eco-solvent inkjet printer/cutter. By
contrast, the VersaCAMM print shows a "vacationing bottom half" for the duo - complete with shorts, sandals and
a sandy beach in the background.
According to Einex, since purchasing the VersaCAMM VP-540, Macular Media’s clients won’t leave the shop
alone. "The way we see it, it’s all Roland’s fault," he wrote. ". . . ‘gimmie, gimmie, gimmie . . . more, more,
more. WE NEED A VACATION."
Also winning his choice of a cruise or trip to SGIA was Roland Choice Award Winner John McColl, owner of
Sign*A*Rama Natomas in Sacramento, California. In his winning photo, McColl, his wife Rebecca, and
customers from FUEL Energy Beverage Company are surrounded by a striking backdrop of advertising
graphics - vehicle wraps, banners and decals all produced on the shop’s SOLJET 54" eco-solvent inkjet
printer/cutter. McColl’s winning entry was selected by popular vote by the company’s team of judges.
"Throughout the contest, we were amazed at the creativity of Roland customers and proud of their passion for
our products," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager of Roland DGA Corp. "This unique
gallery of Roland customers tells a powerful story about our company and products - and about the success
so many have achieved with Roland technology."
To view the I Love My Roland Contest gallery of winners, visit www.rolanddga.com/love.
Roland Expands Organization with New Hires and Promotions
Irvine, CA, July 30, 2008 - In response to continued growth, Roland DGA Corporation has announced the
addition of new senior level executives across the company’s sales, product management and technical support
organizations.
"We continue to experience strong demand for all Roland products and are expanding our organization
accordingly," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland. "We are proud to
announce the addition of Andrew Oransky and Robert Ozankan to our product management team, the
expansion of our sales team with Dana Curtis, Troy Lesher, Mike Renna and Yadi Cepeda, and the promotion
of Jesse Garcia to technical support supervisor. Each of these professionals will continue to play a critical
role in Roland’s success, and we look forward to working closely with them to support the needs of our growing
customer base."
Andrew Oransky, Director of Product Management
As director of product management, Andrew Oransky oversees product marketing, technical documentation,
channel training, product support and market research for all Roland products. Oransky’s background includes
more than 10 years of product management and sales experience for major digital printing technology and
supplies companies including Encad/Kodak. He holds a bachelor’s degree in imaging and photography
from the Rochester Institute of Technology with a concentration in marketing.
Robert Ozankan, Senior Product Manager
Robert Ozankan has been named senior product manager for Roland inkjet products, overseeing new market
opportunities, evaluation units, product launches and competitive research for the company’s award-winning
line of inkjet printers and printer/cutters. Ozankan brings to the position more than 20 years in the imaging and
digital printing industries with 12 years of experience in product management roles for major technology
manufacturers including Nikon USA and Epson America.
Dana Curtis, Channel Sales Manager, Eastern Region
Roland has appointed Dana Curtis to eastern regional channel sales manager for engravers and cutters.
Curtis joined Roland in May of 2003 and has since held positions in the company’s service, technical support,
marketing and product management departments. Most recently, he served as application specialist for cutting
solutions where he played an important role in identifying and developing new markets. Curtis holds a bachelor’s
degree in fine arts from the University of California, Santa Barbara.
Troy Lesher, Regional Sales Manager, South Central Region
Troy Lesher has been named regional sales manager for the South Central Region. Lesher brings to the position
more than 20 years of printing industry experience managing sales teams and channel partners for major
manufacturers including Lanier, Danka, Heidelberg and Gandinnovations. For the past seven years, Lesher
has focused on the grand-format market.
Mike Renna, Regional Sales Manager, Southwestern Region
Mike Renna has been appointed regional sales manager for the Southwestern Region, serving Roland’s inkjet
business and channel partners across Southern California, Southern Nevada, Arizona and New Mexico. Renna’s
background includes more than 10 years of experience with Roland in customer service, technical support,
supplies and accessories sales, and product management positions. He holds a degree in electrical engineering.
Yadi Cepeda, Sales Representative, Supplies and Accessories
As sales representative for Roland Supplies and Accessories, Yadi Cepeda is responsible for managing the
company’s relationships with supplies and accessories customers and channel partners nationwide. Cepeda
joined Roland in 1998 as a customer service representative and has served in both customer service and sales
support roles. Cepeda holds a bachelor’s degree in business management from California State University,
Fullerton.
Jesse Garcia, Technical Support Supervisor
Jesse Garcia has been promoted to technical support supervisor for Roland’s 3D products, cutters and
engravers. In this role, he oversees the technical support staff and supports the service department with RA
paperwork processing. Garcia has more than 13 years of experience in technical support and technical service
positions with Roland and has additional experience serving as a Latin American sales representative for
Microtek. He holds a bachelor’s degree in public relations from California State University, Dominguez Hills.
Roland Adds New Solvent Fine Art Canvas To Certified Media Line
Irvine, CA - July 14, 2008 - Roland DGA Corp., a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated
printer/cutters, today announced the addition of two new fine art canvas products to its award-winning media
lineup: Solvent Satin Canvas and Solvent Gloss Canvas.
Specially coated for performance with the company’s best-selling ECO-SOL MAX eco-solvent ink, this new
media offering allows Roland VersaCAMM and SOLJET inkjet printers and printer/cutters to produce
wide-format photographic and fine art reproductions, art décor and murals with outstanding color gamut and
image quality.
"Roland Solvent Canvas media optimizes the performance of ECO-SOL MAX ink for the rich, dense colors and
fine details that fine art reproductions require," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for
Roland. "With this innovative new media line, SOLJET and VersaCAMM shops can easily extend their reach
into the fast-growing fine art market - without any additional investment in technology or equipment. We expect
strong demand for our new Solvent Canvas line."
Roland Solvent Canvas media is tested, profiled and certified for performance with Roland VersaCAMM and
SOLJET eco-solvent inkjets. Supporting the heaviest ink loads, Roland Solvent Canvas offers an excellent
white point for superior color brilliance and image definition, print after print. Roland Solvent Canvas can be
stretched without cracking for easy professional finishing. No lamination, overcoating or other treatment is
required for lasting durability.
Solvent Canvas Media Features (Satin and Gloss):
- Canvas is specially formulated for ECO-SOL MAX ink
- Supports indoor and outdoor applications including art décor and fine art reproductions
- Bright white polyester/cotton blend composed of 65% polyester and 35% cotton
- Satin product offers a uniform low glare finish
- Gloss product offers a uniform high sheen finish
- Can be stretched without cracking
- Offers superior color brilliance and excellent image definition
- Surface is abrasion resistant
- Canvas product does not require lamination
Competitively priced, Roland Solvent Satin and Gloss Canvas media products are offered in 30," 54", and 60"
rolls and available immediately through Roland’s authorized reseller channel.
Roland Announces the Roland Express Open House Tour
Irvine, CA, June 25, 2008 - The 2008 Roland Express Dealer Open House Tour is traveling through the U.S.
and Canada, bringing Roland Pure Print Performance to digital printing professionals across the region.
Several Roland Express dealer events have already been scheduled - from Texas to British Columbia - and
more events are being added daily. Roland Express events are designed to showcase the entire Roland
line of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters including VersaCAMM, SOLJET, AdvancedJET, Hi-Fi
Express and Hi-Fi JET Pro II models.
"Roland Express events allow industry professionals to discover first hand the versatility, reliability and ease-of-
use that have made Roland wide-format printers and printer/cutters the best-selling inkjets worldwide in the
durable graphics industry," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland. "We are
enthusiastic about the opportunity to meet with customers and prospective customers everywhere, introduce
them to our innovative product line, and learn more about how we can support their business goals."
Roland Express Events Feature the Entire Inkjet Line-Up
Roland inkjet printers and printer/cutters serve as the backbone to a shop’s production environment and are
precision engineered to produce high-quality signs, banners, vehicle graphics and wraps, labels, decals, point
of purchase displays and more. Roland Express events provide professionals with a unique, personalized
venue for evaluating Roland inkjets including eco-solvent, solvent, sublimation and aqueous models. Roland
Express attendees also have the opportunity to view powerful new Roland solutions for specialty applications
such as fabric and textile printing and apparel decoration.
Award-Winning Roland Innovation
Roland offers one of the industry’s most extensive lines of wide-format inkjets printers and printer/cutters with
models ranging from 30" to 104" in width. Every Roland inkjet is supported by a tightly integrated suite of
technologies including powerful RIP software to ensure the Pure Print Performance today’s market demands.
Over the years, Roland products have won numerous industry awards including multiple DPI Product of the
Year awards and repeated victories at the Andre Schellenberg Awards and DIMA Digital Printer Shootout.
Other honors include the Seybold Hot Pick Award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice
Award, Wide-Format Imaging Readers’ Choice Awards and Graphic Design’s "Fall Forty."
Roland Announces First-Ever I Love My Roland Contest
IRVINE, CA March 26, 2008 – Recognizing the pride Roland shops take in the Pure Performance of their
equipment, Roland has announced the first-ever I Love My Roland Contest – a 2008 search for the most creative,
outrageous and dedicated Roland enthusiasts.
The contest begins today online at www.rolanddga.com/love where interested Roland customers can upload
up to five of their favorite shop photos – featuring themselves and their Roland equipment in action. Entrants
can improve their chances for free publicity by including a short note on the topic: “Why I Love My Roland.”
“Our top priority at Roland has always been to provide our customers with exceptional products and customer
support that exceeds their expectations,” said Dave Goward, president and CEO of Roland DGA Corporation.
“We are gratified to have such loyal and dedicated customers – many of whom have owned their Roland devices
for many years. The I Love My Roland Contest is a great opportunity for enthusiastic Roland customers
everywhere to gain the recognition they deserve.”
Win a FREE Trip to SGIA ’08, the Specialty Printing & Imaging Expo
Entries received before July 31st will be featured on the Roland Website at www.rolanddga.com/love and in
Roland brochures and publications. Everyone who enters is eligible for these valuable publicity opportunities.
All entrants from North and South America (except Brazil) will receive Roland stickers and temporary tattoos – and
the first 100 will also receive a free Roland hat.
On August 29th, I Love My Roland Contest judges will announce the 25 top finalists – entries selected based on
their personality, creativity – and sheer enthusiasm for Roland. In addition to receiving an awards plaque, every
finalist will be entered into a drawing for a FREE trip for two to this year’s Specialty Graphic Imaging Association
2008 conference, SGIA ’08, October 15th – 18th in Atlanta. The trip winner will be announced no later than
September 19th. Only entrants from North and South America (except Brazil) are eligible to become finalists.
The I Love My Roland Contest is open to customers of all Roland equipment currently in use – inkjet printers and
printer/cutters, vinyl cutters, engravers, photo impact printers, milling machines and 3D scanners. Entry instructions
and contest guidelines are available online at www.rolanddga.com/love.
Roland DGA Corporation Recognized for Outstanding Business
Achievements
Irvine, CA, March 11, 2008 - Roland DGA Corporation was recognized by Microsoft® with a 2008 Microsoft
Dynamics Customer Excellence Award for excellence in Distribution Industry Leadership and will be honored
by Microsoft executives at an awards luncheon to be held on Wednesday, March 12th at Convergence 2008,
the premier Microsoft Dynamics user conference.
The 2008 Customer Excellence Awards, which are presented in 12 categories, recognize and celebrate
Microsoft Dynamics customers that have achieved notable accomplishments using Microsoft Dynamics solutions.
Roland DGA Corporation was recognized for its strong commitment to Distribution Industry Leadership by
achieving its goal to move from multiple paper-based processes to a single, completely automated process for
warranty claims processing.
Established in 1997, the Customer Excellence Awards, formerly named Pinnacle Awards, are awarded each
year at the Convergence user conferences in the US and Europe. Microsoft Dynamics customers, partners
and team members submit nominations. Judging teams for each of the categories rated nominees on creativity,
vision, and business benefits. Top winners from each category were then reviewed by a panel of six Microsoft
executive judges for final approval. As part of that final review all winners were chosen along with the customer
who deserved the Overall Excellence Award.
Microsoft Dynamics is a line of financial, customer relationship and supply chain management solutions that
help businesses work more effectively.
Roland Offers $1,000 Instant Rebate on DU Dryer for SOLJET XJ Printers
Irvine, CA, January 23, 2008 - Roland customers that purchase a SOLJET PRO III 74" XJ-740 or 64" XJ-640
inkjet printer now through March 31st will get an instant rebate of $1,000 on a new DU series dryer/blower unit.
Roland’s XJ-740 and XJ-640 are Roland’s fastest SOLJETs to date, offering exceptional print speeds of up to 458
sqft./hr. for the 74" model and 449.5 sqft./hr. for the 64" model. This high-speed performance combines with
photorealistic image quality of up to 1440 x 1440 dpi and Roland Intelligent Pass Control technology for stunning
six-color signs, banners, vehicle graphics and wraps, posters, event graphics, point of purchase displays and more.
The DU series features an advanced dryer/blower unit that seamlessly integrates with XJ technology for the
ultimate in Pure Print Performance and ease of use. With the DU, prints can be collected immediately by the
XJ’s media take-up system for flawless results through the longest high-speed production runs.
"There has never been a better time to invest in Roland Pure Print Performance technology with a new SOLJET
PRO III XJ printer," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager for Roland’s Color Products
Division. "This free promotion brings even greater value and performance to the XJ by allowing it to operate
fully unattended at the highest print speeds with the absolute highest ink saturation levels."
Every XJ comes complete with VersaWorks RIP software featuring Variable Data Printing, the Max Impact
preset for richer color contrast and award-winning ECO-SOL MAX inks in six colors (CMYK+LcLm). The XJ
series is built for reliability and backed by Roland’s high standards for service and support including the
company’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty.
Roland Offers Up to $5,000 in Instant Rebates for AdvancedJET Printers
Irvine, CA, January 23, 2008 - For a limited time, Roland DGA Corporation is offering instant rebates of up to
$5,000 for AdvancedJET high-speed industrial printers purchased in the U.S. and Latin America (except Brazil).
Engineered for high-volume production of banners, billboards, signage and other durable graphics, the
AdvancedJET is the company’s fastest printer line to date. The promotion offers customers who purchase now
through March 31st a $5,000 instant rebate on the 104" AdvancedJET AJ-1000 and a $3,000 rebate on the 74"
AdvancedJET AJ-740.
"With its exceptionally high print speeds, easy, automated maintenance, and a host of advanced features, the
AdvancedJET is the fastest and most powerful printer line in its class," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and
general manager of Roland’s Color Products Division. "This outstanding rebate offer makes the AdvancedJET
an even better value."
The AdvancedJET achieves a maximum print speed of 968 sqft./hr. for the 104" AJ-1000 and 872 sqft./hr. for
the 74" AJ-740. Featuring six-color EcoXtreme ink in two formulations, the AdvancedJET delivers dense, rich
colors and a wide gamut that together ensure beautiful, consistent print quality and lasting durability.
To support long production runs and unattended printing, the AdvancedJET comes equipped with high-
capacity 1 liter ink cartridges, an advanced ink delivery system that allows replacement of cartridges without
pausing, and a heavy-duty media handling system for rolls weighing up to 220 pounds. The AdvancedJET
also features an innovative automated intelligent maintenance system which automatically performs routine
daily maintenance tasks. As a result, manual cleanings around the print head and capping station are
required only every two weeks.
The AdvancedJET can be upgraded with the optional MU series mesh printing unit that supports economical
unlined mesh media.
After rebate, the AJ-1000 is priced at $64,995 and the AJ-740 is priced at $51,995. The AdvancedJET rebate
promotion expires March 31, 2008.
Roland DGA Corp. Names David Goward President and CEO; Bob
Curtis Assumes New Role as Chairman
Irvine, CA, December 14, 2007 - David Goward has been named president and CEO of Roland DGA Corp., a
leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and other technologies. Goward succeeds Bob Curtis, who has
served as president and CEO since 1997 and has been named chairman of Roland DGA’s board of directors.
The announcement comes as the U.S.-based company, which serves customers in North and South America,
celebrates a fifth consecutive year of record sales.
"These are exciting times at Roland and I am honored to serve as president and CEO of this growing, dynamic
organization," Goward said. "It is rare to be able to lead such a dedicated team of professionals. We are
enthusiastic about the opportunities ahead and look forward to working closely with our many partners in
business to serve our customers."
"Roland DGA Corp. is stronger than ever," Curtis said. "We attribute the company’s unprecedented growth to
both outstanding technology and to our employees whose commitment to quality and service is renowned in
the marketplace. I look forward to my new role as chairman."
David Goward, President and CEO
As president and CEO of Roland DGA Corp., Goward is responsible for managing the strategic direction of the
company which markets and supports an award-winning line of technologies including wide and grand-format
inkjet printers, vinyl cutters, engravers, 3D scanning and milling devices and photo impact printers.
Goward brings to the position more than 30 years of senior-level management experience primarily in the
signage and graphic arts industries including 13 years with Roland DGA Corp. Most recently, he served the
company as executive vice president and chief operating officer, responsible for the company’s sales,
marketing, distribution, service and support organizations.
In addition, Goward is a member of the Roland DGA Corp. board of directors, serves on the Global Executive
Committee for parent company Roland DG Corp. of Hamamatsu, Japan, and is also a board member for the
North American Specialty Printing Manufacturers Association (NASMA). At Roland, Goward has been
instrumental in developing the company’s U.S. sales, service and distribution models resulting in 600 percent
growth during his tenure.
Bob Curtis, Chairman
In his new role, Curtis will continue to drive Roland strategic initiatives both across the Americas and worldwide,
serving as chairman of Roland DGA Corp. and reporting to the board of directors of parent company Roland
DG Corp. as an executive officer.
Curtis joined Roland in 1987 as vice president and general manager of the U.S.-based organization and was
named president and CEO of Roland DGA Corp. in 1997. His background includes more than 35 years of
senior-level management experience in the technology and electronics industries.
Under his leadership, Roland DGA Corp. has grown from a start-up provider of computer peripherals into a
digital printing market leader. The company distributes its products through a select and highly trained
network of dealers and enjoys a reputation for unmatched service and support industry-wide.
Curtis also plays a key role in global strategic initiatives for Roland DG Corp. and serves as chairman of the
company’s Global Executive Committee. With annual worldwide revenues in excess of $300 million, Roland
DG Corp. remains at the forefront of its key markets. The company is best known as the world’s number one
provider of wide-format durable graphics inkjet printers.
Roland’s New 64" SOLJET PRO III Inkjet Printer Wins Prestigious DPI
Product of the Year Award
Irvine, CA, October 31, 2007 - Roland announced that the company’s new SOLJET PRO III XJ-640 64" inkjet
printer was named DPI Product of the Year for the Output Device Poster Category in SGIA’s annual competition.
Roland’s VersaWorks 2.2 RIP software and SCM-GPPG Glossy Photobase Paper earned DPI Partner Awards
for the Output Device Poster Category as key components in producing the winning print.
Entries for the DPI Product of the Year competition were judged on the Expo show floor at the recent SGIA
conference in Orlando by a team of digital imaging professionals. In the Output Device category, entrants were
required to submit a test print produced from the nominated device. The image, designed by SGIA, was
intended to challenge the output device’s capabilities. Roland’s SOLJET PRO III XJ-640 outperformed all
competitive products to take top honors.
"We are honored that Roland products were selected for these prestigious awards," said Brian McLeod, vice
president of corporate marketing for Roland. "The SOLJET PRO III XJ series of inkjets is part of our new Pure
Print Performance product line-up and reflects the newest advancements in Roland digital printing technology.
It is our goal to offer customers solutions that deliver the highest levels of quality, performance and value."
DPI Product of the Year: SOLJET PRO III XJ-640
Roland’s SOLJET PRO III XJ series printers take productivity and performance to a new level with exceptionally
high print speeds and stunning image quality in every print mode. Roland’s XJ-640 delivers print speeds of up
to 449.5 sqft./hr. and image quality of up to 1440x1440 dpi. Other members of the SOLJET PRO III series
include the 54" XJ-540 and 74" XJ-740 printers, and the 54" XC-540 printer/cutter.
The XJ series addresses every need of today’s production shop and excels at high-volume, 6-color printing of
banners, signs, billboards, vehicle and fleet graphics and wraps, flexible-face signage and more. Roland's
Precision Firing Pattern produces vibrant, high-density colors at the highest print speeds. The outstanding
image quality of the XJ series makes it ideal for indoor graphics as well, including posters, POP displays and
fine art reproductions.
The XJ series features Roland’s scratch-resistant ECO-SOL MAX ink, the industry’s best-selling ink for durable
graphics applications. For optimum performance, the XJ series offers a host of additional features that both
automate and expedite the production process. The XJ series comes bundled with VersaWorks RIP software,
is supported by Roland’s certified media line-up, and is backed by Roland’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty
covering two full years of parts and labor.
DPI Partner Award: Roland VersaWorks 2.2 RIP Software
VersaWorks RIP software is easy to use and offers advanced features including a new Max Impact color
management preset, the Roland Color Matching System for spot color matching and variable data printing for
easy, custom prints with variable data. The Max Impact preset produces deeper, more vivid blues and reds,
the fundamental colors for outdoor graphics, while preserving the overall color balance required for beautiful,
photorealistic images. VersaWorks also includes more than 150 ICC profiles for reliable results every time on
the widest range of media solutions in the industry. The Roland@NET automated update feature ensures
ongoing access to the latest VersaWorks version and profiles available. Built on an Adobe Postscript engine,
VersaWorks is compatible with Windows® XP Professional, 2000 and Windows Vista.
DPI Partner Award: SCM-GPPG Glossy Photobase Paper
Roland SCM-GPPG Photobase Paper is a medium weight glossy paper with excellent contrast characteristics.
Specially treated, SCM-GPPG is the perfect receptor for solvent inks and a versatile solution for a variety of
indoor graphic applications.
Award-Winning Roland Innovation
Roland is best known as the world’s number one provider of wide-format inkjet printers for durable graphics.
The company offers one of the industry’s most extensive lines of wide-format inkjets printers and printer/cutters
with eco-solvent, solvent, aqueous and sublimation models ranging from 30" to 104" in width. Every Roland
inkjet printer is supported by a tightly integrated suite of technologies to ensure optimum print quality and reliability.
Over the years, Roland products have won numerous industry awards including multiple DPI Product of the
Year awards and repeated victories at the Andre Schellenberg Awards and DIMA Digital Printer Shootout.
Other honors include the Seybold Hot Pick Award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice
Award, Wide-Format Imaging Readers’ Choice Awards and Graphic Design’s "Fall Forty."
Irvine, CA, October 23, 2007 - Roland is proud to announce the Pure Print Performance Challenge, inviting
professionals planning to purchase a wide format inkjet printer to put Roland’s award-winning line of inkjet
printers and printer/cutters to the test.
The Challenge is on now through Dec. 31, 2007 and covers all Roland AdvancedJET, Hi-Fi JET Pro II, Hi-Fi
Express, SOLJET and VersaCAMM printers and printer/cutters. To participate, professionals simply need to
bring a JPEG, TIFF or Illustrator file, at a maximum print size of 30" x 48" to any Roland Authorized Reseller
location throughout North and South America (except Brazil) for test printing on a Roland inkjet.
"We are confident that customers will see the unmatched print performance that has made Roland inkjets the
world’s best-selling line of wide-format durable graphics printers," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general
manager for Roland’s Color Products Division. "We also understand that for most shops, the printer is just the
beginning. At Roland, we are committed to providing complete solutions - everything needed to get great results
from the very first print through years of reliable service."
Complete details on the Challenge are available from Roland dealers and on the Roland Web site at
www.rolanddga.com.
A Host of Advanced Features
Roland engineers understand that the ultimate quality of any print is determined before a single drop of ink has
been placed. Accordingly, Roland inkjet printers and printer/cutters are designed and crafted for performance,
including high-speed print modes, exceptional media feed and take-up systems and automated maintenance
systems that eliminate the need for daily manual cleanings while keeping heads, caps and wipers performing
optimally. The company’s high standards for product quality and reliability allow Roland printers and printer/cutters
to continue performing for many years into their lifespan.
Innovative Roland technology includes a Precision Firing Pattern, which combines advanced variable droplet
printing with precisely-controlled media movement to deliver richly saturated 4 or 6-color prints with virtually no
banding at razor-sharp resolutions up to 1440 dpi. New media guides, a redesigned pinch roller assembly, and
adjustable head height are just a few of the many new Roland enhancements.
Unlike other manufacturers, Roland’s commitment to print quality extends well beyond the printer itself.
Roland digital printing solutions encompass a tightly integrated suite of products, with every element - including
the printer, inks, media and software - working together in perfect harmony. Powerful VersaWorks RIP software
is easy to use and comes bundled with Roland inkjets. Roland digital printing solutions are also supported by a
comprehensive line of ink and media options that have been tested, profiled and certified for optimum
performance with Roland products. As a result, Roland prints consistently reflect outstanding image quality,
superior color accuracy and lasting durability.
To meet the needs of a diverse customer base, the Roland line includes eco-solvent, solvent, aqueous and
sublimation printers and printer/cutters with models ranging from 30' to 104" in width. The company’s flagship
VersaCAMM and SOLJET printer/cutters feature Roland’s renowned print/cut technology that facilitates a
one-step seamless production cycle for both the high-resolution printing and contour cutting required to
produce sophisticated sign graphics, labels, decals and vehicle graphics. New Pure Print Performance
products, including the 74" AdvancedJET AJ-740 and the SOLJET PRO III XJ series of wide-format printers,
deliver unparalleled speed, precision and performance for outstanding printed graphics.
Revolutionary Roland Inks
Over the years, Roland has pioneered many of the industry’s most important advancements in ink technology
including the introduction of the first 6-color wide-format pigment inkjet printer and the first true eco-solvent inkjet
printer.
Each Roland ink is engineered specifically to produce exceptional results on Roland printers. Throughout the
development process, Roland engineers conduct extensive testing to determine optimal droplet size, optical
density, firing pattern and other critical performance factors. Roland inks are formulated to prevent corrosion
of all ink delivery components and to enhance the performance of the print heads over time.
Roland VersaWorks RIP Software
VersaWorks RIP software is easy to use and offers advanced features including a new Max Impact color
management preset, the Roland Color Matching System for spot color matching and variable data printing for
easy, custom prints with variable data. The Max Impact preset produces deeper, more vivid blues and reds, the
fundamental colors for outdoor graphics, while preserving the overall color balance required for beautiful,
photorealistic images. VersaWorks also includes more than 150 ICC profiles for reliable results every time on
the widest range of media solutions in the industry. The Roland@NET automated update feature ensures
ongoing access to the latest VersaWorks version and profiles available. Built on an Adobe Postscript engine,
VersaWorks is compatible with Windows® XP Professional, 2000 and Windows Vista.
Two-Year Warranty
Roland’s latest printers are all backed by the company’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty covering two full
years of parts and labor. The Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty is the industry’s longest and most reliable bundled
service and support contract.
For all products, Roland offers its Passport Customer Care Program which includes extended warranties,
on-site service, Internet and telephone technical support, electronic newsletters, online user forums and
training through Roland University workshops.
Roland Announces AdvancedJET AJ-1000 Promotion Offering Free
Mesh Printing Unit and EcoXtreme Inks
Irvine, CA, October 15, 2007 - Now through December 31st, Roland customers throughout North America
(except Brazil) that purchase a new 104" AdvancedJET AJ-1000 industrial inkjet printer will receive a free
mesh printing unit and free set of EcoXtreme inks - a promotional offer valued at $5,095.
An option for the AdvancedJET AJ-1000, the MU-1000 mesh printing unit allows shops to print beautifully on
unlined mesh media, a cost effective alternative to lined mesh. The MU-1000 mesh printing unit is easy to
install and detach and features a built-in drainage system that captures excess ink.
"The AJ-1000 is the fastest and most powerful grand format printer in its class and an excellent investment for
shops looking to increase their productivity and profitability," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general
manager of Roland’s Color Products Division. "This outstanding promotion allows AJ-1000 customers to realize
even greater value and maximize their success in the growing mesh printing market."
Unmatched Speed, Performance and Ease of Use
With a maximum print speed of 968 sqft./hr. and precision print mode of 484 sqft./hr., the AdvancedJET AJ-1000
is the company’s fastest inkjet to date. The AJ-1000 is ideally suited for high-volume and on-demand
applications including production printing of banners, billboards, signage and other durable graphics.
The AJ-1000 features six ultra-wide piezo print heads and an advanced precision firing pattern that produce
brilliant CMYKLcLm graphics on both coated and uncoated media. Durable EcoXtreme ink offers superior
bonding, and scratch and alcohol resistance for excellent results at even the highest print speeds.
The AJ-1000 is a complete solution including powerful VersaWorks RIP software, packed with advanced
features including Variable Data Printing and spot color matching through the Roland Color System.
Unlike other industrial printers, the AJ-1000 can be kept running around the clock or left unattended for an
extended period of time with very little maintenance and fine tuning. Easy setup and operation define the
ownership experience from the very first print. Automated maintenance eliminates the need for daily manual
cleanings while keeping heads, caps and wipers performing optimally. Users enjoy worry-free unattended
printing with the AJ-1000’s high capacity ink delivery system and advanced media handling and take-up system
supporting up to 220 lb. rolls.
For optimum long-term performance, Roland backs every AdvancedJET AJ-1000 with its two-year warranty, the
industry’s longest bundled service and support contract.
The AdvancedJET AJ-1000 is list priced at $69,995. The AdvancedJET line also features the 74" AJ-740, list
priced at $54,995.
Roland Introduces New HeatWave SBL2 Sublimation Ink and High-
Capacity Ink System for the Hi-Fi Express FP-740
Irvine, CA, August 30, 2007 - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated print/cutters, today introduced a new optional high-capacity ink system and low-cost sublimation ink
for its Hi-Fi Express FP-740 74" sublimation inkjet printer.
The new HeatWave BU-1 optional high-capacity ink system and SBL2 sublimation ink together support long,
unattended production runs and deliver exceptional colorfastness to FP-740 sublimated graphics. The new
SBL2 ink is the company’s newest and most advanced HeatWave ink formulation to date. SBL2 images well
on lightweight, flexible fabrics for vivid color flags, banners and textiles that are easy to handle, inexpensive to
ship, and safe to install.
"We are pleased to offer this valuable new performance option to our FP-740 customers," said Ron Ball,
managing director of technical and customer services for Roland. "Together, the BU-1 system and SBL2 ink
lower production costs, making sublimated graphics more profitable. Packaged in 1-liter bottles, SBL2 inks also
support unattended, high-volume printing for greater overall productivity."
The new SBL2 ink produces rich, high-density colors and dries quickly. SBL2’s advanced formulation creates
a very fine dot pattern for maximum ink transfer to the final fabric. As a result, sublimated graphics reflect flawless,
even ink coverage and deep, vivid colors with absolutely no banding.
HeatWave BU-1 and SBL2 Features:
- New high-capacity ink system for 74" Hi-Fi Express FP-740
- Low-cost sublimation ink packaged in 1-liter bottles
- System supports high-volume, unattended production
- Produces dense, vivid colors for sublimated flags, banners and textiles
- Exceptionally even coverage on fabrics, with no banding
- SBL2 dries quickly for better ink absorption and denser colors
Roland Hi-Fi Express FP-740 Sublimation Inkjet Printer
The Hi-Fi Express FP-740 74" high-performance sublimation inkjet printer creates brilliant sublimated graphics
for a range of applications including flags, banners, textiles and soft signage. Featuring eight advanced piezo
print heads and a built-in media feed and take-up system, the FP-740 produces precision quality graphics at print
speeds of up to 548 sqft./hr. The FP-740 maintains image quality even through long production runs for consistent,
reliable prints every time. Sublimated prints are easily transferred to polyester fabric, preserving the fabric’s natural
drape and texture.
The new BU-1 optional high-capacity ink system is priced at $3,995 and available to both new and existing FP-740
customers. SBL2 ink is priced at $204.99 per 1 liter bottle. Without the optional upgrade, the Hi-Fi Express
FP-740 is priced at $39,995.
Roland Adds 74" Model to its AdvancedJET Line of High-Speed
Industrial Inkjet Printers
Irvine, CA, August 29, 2007 - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated print/cutters, today introduced a new addition to its AdvancedJET series of industrial inkjet printers,
the 74"-wide AJ-740.
The new AJ-740 joins the 104" AdvancedJET AJ-1000, highly regarded as the fastest printer in its class.
Featuring Roland’s powerful AdvancedJET grand-format engine, the AJ-740 is also built for high-speed
applications, offering an impressive maximum print speed of 872 sqft./hr. and a precision print mode of 473
sqft./hr. These accelerated print speeds make the AJ-740 ideal for volume printing of banners, billboards,
vehicle and fleet graphics, and other outdoor signage.
"Across the digital printing industry there is a rising demand for more productive and flexible printers capable of
handling high-volume and rush jobs, as well as small lot production," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and
general manager of Roland’s Color Products Division. "Delivering grand-format performance in a 74" model,
the AdvancedJET AJ-740 positions shops of all sizes to succeed and profit in this highly lucrative and competitive
marketplace. The AJ-740’s compact design makes it easier to implement than a typical grand-format printer."
Featuring six ultra-wide piezo print heads and an advanced precision firing pattern, the AJ-740 produces brilliant
CMYK+LcLm graphics on both coated and uncoated media with excellent results at even the highest print
speeds. The optional MU-740 Mesh Printing Unit attaches and detaches quickly for easy direct printing onto
economical unlined mesh media.
Unlike other industrial printers, the AJ-740 can be kept running around the clock with very little maintenance
and fine tuning. Automated maintenance eliminates the need for daily manual cleanings while keeping heads,
caps and wipers performing optimally. To support unattended printing, the AJ-740 features a high capacity ink
delivery system and advanced media handling and take-up system supporting up to 220 lb. rolls.
The AdvancedJET AJ-740 is backed by Roland’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty covering two full years of
parts and labor. The Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty is the industry’s longest and most reliable bundled
service and support contract. Roland also offers its Passport Customer Care Program which includes extended
warranties, on-site service, Internet and telephone technical support, electronic newsletters, online user forums
and training through Roland University workshops.
Roland AdvancedJET AJ-740 Features:
- 74"-wide printer utilizes AJ-1000 grand-format engine for high productivity and profitability
- Produces billboards, banners, backlits, fleet and vehicle graphics, and point of purchase displays at a
maximum print speed of up to 872 sqft./hr.
- Offers print resolutions of up to 720x720 dpi
- Automated maintenance system requires minimal operator intervention, lowering operational costs
- EcoXtreme ink delivers extended three-year outdoor durability
- Easy to attach and detach optional mesh printing unit available
- Handles media rolls weighing up to 220 lbs.
- Powerful Roland VersaWorks RIP software included
- New Max Impact preset produces vivid outdoor signs with richer color contrast
- Roland Color system provides color charts and chips for spot color matching and improved communication
with customers
- Supports a wide selection of media
- Variable data printing for easy, custom prints featuring variable text and graphics
- Backed by Roland’s Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty
EcoXtreme Ink
Advanced EcoXtreme ink was formulated exclusively for the AdvancedJET series to deliver outstanding color
density, wider color gamut and rugged durability. Available in 1 liter cartridges in 6 colors (CMYK+LcLm),
EcoXtreme ink produces vibrant images even in high-speed production modes. EcoXtreme is particularly well
suited for volume banner production, offering exceptional bonding with uncoated banner substrates, enhanced
scratch resistance and alcohol resistance.
Powerful Roland VersaWorks RIP Software Included
Exclusively developed for Roland inkjets, Roland VersaWorks RIP offers advanced features including a new
Max Impact color management preset, the Roland Color Matching System for spot color matching and variable
data printing for easy, custom prints with variable data. The Max Impact preset produces deeper, more vivid
blues and reds, the fundamental colors for outdoor graphics, while preserving the overall color balance required
for beautiful, photorealistic images. VersaWorks also includes more than 150 ICC profiles for reliable results
every time on the widest range of media solutions in the industry. The Roland@NET automated update feature
ensures ongoing access to the latest VersaWorks version and profiles available. Built on an Adobe Postscript
engine, VersaWorks is compatible with Windows® XP Professional, 2000 and Windows Vista.
The AdvancedJET AJ-740 is priced at $54,995. The optional MU-740 mesh printing unit is priced at $2,995.
Roland’s 104" AdvancedJET AJ-1000 is priced at $69,995. Leasing options are available on all Roland products.
Irvine, CA, August 10, 2007 - Roland DGA Corporation today announced a new summer trade-in promotion
offering significant discounts on the company’s best-selling VersaCAMM VP and SOLJET XC-540 printer/cutters.
Now though September 28th, customers across North and South America (except Brazil) can trade in a Roland
ColorCAMM or any 30" or larger inkjet printer for savings as follows:
- $1,500 discount on 30" VersaCAMM VP-300
- $2,000 discount on 54" VersaCAMM VP-540
- $3,000 discount on 54" SOLJET PRO III XC-540
Roland integrated printer/cutters are precision engineered to print and contour cut signs, banners, vehicle
graphics and wraps, decals, labels, point of purchase displays, event graphics and more. Packaged as
complete solutions, VersaCAMM and SOLJET printer/cutters feature powerful VersaWorks RIP software and
award-winning ECO-SOL MAX ink offering rugged scratch resistance, fast drying time, an exceptional color
gamut and high density, all at a low cost per square foot. All Roland printer/cutters are backed by the company’s
new Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty, the industry’s longest bundled service and support contract.
Roland Announces $250 Rebate on TU2 Heavy-Duty Take-Up System
Irvine, CA, July 16, 2007 - Roland DGA Corporation has announced a $250 instant rebate on the TU2 Series
Take-Up System for the company’s best-selling line of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters.
The new TU2 handles up to 66 lbs. of roll weight and features Roland’s unique advanced tension-controlled
take-up technology for optimum media feed and tracking. The TU2 significantly enhances media handling and
supports precision unattended printing through even the longest production runs.
TU2 models are available as options for the 30" and 54" VersaCAMM VP and SP series of eco-solvent inkjet
printer/cutters, the 64" and 74" SOLJET PRO II V series of eco-solvent inkjet printers and the 54" Hi-Fi JET
Pro II FJ-540 aqueous inkjet printer.
All TU2 systems purchased before September 30th are eligible for the $250 instant rebate off the TU2’s $1,995
list price.
For more information on the TU2 or other Roland Color Products, please call (800) 542-2307 or visit the Web
site at www.rolanddga.com.
Roland Inkjets Now Backed by a Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty
Irvine, CA, April 12, 2007 - Raising the industry standard for service and support once again, Roland DGA
Corporation has introduced the Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty for the company’s line of wide-format inkjet
printers and printer/cutters, a value of up to $5,995.
Ideal for banners, signs, vehicle graphics, retail displays and other graphics, Roland inkjets are the world’s #1
best-selling line of wide-format printers for the durable graphics industry.
The Roland Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty supports this product line with the industry’s longest and most
comprehensive bundled service and support contract and is offered to customers throughout North and South
America with the exception of Brazil. The Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty covers parts and labor for all Roland
products except the VersaCAMM SP series that are registered with the company’s customer service department
and equipped exclusively with Roland ink sets. All registered VersaCAMM SP models running ECO-SOL MAX ink
are backed by the company’s one-year warranty.
"The introduction of the Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty reflects our high standards for engineering, product
quality and reliability," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager of Roland’s Color Products
Division. "While others offer a one-year warranty, and only 6 months on the print heads, we're standing behind
our products and offering our customers all the benefits of Roland ownership through this unprecedented two-
year warranty."
Roland Passport Customer Care Program
The Two-Year Trouble-Free Warranty is part of Roland’s Passport Customer Care Program, a complete offering
of Roland support services which includes extended warranties, on-site service, Internet and telephone technical
support, electronic newsletters, online user forums and training through Roland University workshops. The
Passport Customer Care Program is available to all Roland inkjet customers.
Leading Provider of 30" and Larger Wide-Format Inkjet Printers Worldwide
Roland’s line of inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters range in size from 30" to 104" in width and are
acclaimed industry-wide for their superior precision, performance and reliability. Recent market share studies
recognize Roland as the world’s top-selling provider of wide-format printers for the durable graphics market.
Over the years, Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including multiple André Schellenberg
Awards, and repeated victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI Product of the Year competitions.
Other honors include the Seybold Hot Pick Award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice
Award, Wide-Format Imaging’s Top Products of the Year Awards, Digital Output Readers' Choice Awards, and
Graphic Design’s Fall Forty Award.
Roland also offers high-performance vinyl cutters, engravers, a photo impact printer, and a line of 3D scanners
and milling machines through its Advanced Solutions Division for applications ranging from jewelry design to
rapid prototyping.
Roland Offers $5,500 in Instant Rebates for the AJ-1000 Grand Format
Printer
Engineered for high-volume production of banners, billboards, signage and other durable graphics, the AJ-1000
is the company’s fastest inkjet to date. The promotion offers AJ-1000 customers who purchase between April
12th and June 30th a $5,000 instant rebate on the AJ-1000 and an additional $500 instant rebate when they
purchase an optional MU-1000 mesh printing unit.
"With its exceptionally high print speeds, easy, automated maintenance, and a host of advanced features, the
AJ-1000 is the fastest and most powerful grand format printer in its class," said Rick Scrimger, vice president
and general manager of Roland’s Color Products Division. "This outstanding rebate offer makes the
AdvancedJET AJ-1000 an even better value."
AdvancedJET AJ-1000
The AJ-1000 achieves a maximum print speed of 968 sqft./hr. and delivers precision image quality at 484 sqft./hr.
Featuring Eco-Xtreme ink in six colors (CMYK+LcLm), the AJ-1000 delivers dense, rich colors and a wide gamut
that together ensure beautiful, consistent prints every time. Superior ink bonding and rugged scratch and
alcohol resistance provide lasting durability for images that maintain their quality outdoors for three years or longer.
To support long production runs and unattended printing, the AJ-1000 comes equipped with high-capacity 1
liter ink cartridges, an advanced ink delivery system that allows replacement of cartridges without pausing, and
a heavy-duty media handling system for rolls weighing up to 220 pounds.
Automated Intelligent Maintenance System
The AJ-1000 also features an innovative automated intelligent maintenance system which automatically performs
all routine daily maintenance tasks. As a result, manual cleanings around the print head and capping station
are required only every two weeks. Due to these and other intelligent features, the AJ-1000 is ready to print as
needed and can be left unattended over extended periods of time.
MU-1000 Mesh Printing Unit
The AJ-1000 can be upgraded with the MU-1000, an optional mesh printing unit that supports unlined mesh media.
The MU-1000 detaches easily from the AJ-1000 and features a built-in drainage system for easy removal of excess
ink. Support for unlined media makes it highly economical to produce mesh graphics with the AJ-1000.
VersaWorks 2.2 Advanced RIP Software Features Enhanced Productivity Tools
The AJ-1000 comes complete with VersaWorks, powerful RIP software developed by Roland engineers for the
company’s inkjet technology. Built upon the genuine Adobe ® PostScript ® CPSI RIP engine, VersaWorks
features an efficient graphical user interface that allows users to maximize their Roland inkjet without a lengthy
learning curve.
Version 2.2 of VersaWorks features Roland Color, Roland’s new spot color fidelity system. With Roland Color,
professionals can take advantage of a variety of spot-color matching tools to quickly and easily match logo colors
and other corporate identity elements.
In addition to Roland Color, VersaWorks 2.2 features Variable Data Printing, allowing users to merge TXT or
CSV data fields with a pre-defined design template to output variable text and graphic elements. Ideal for labels,
name badges, plaques, POP and POS displays, menus and other custom graphics, VersaWorks Variable Data
Printing allows users to efficiently produce a series of digital prints in which text and/or graphics change from
one print to the next. Using Variable Data Printing saves significant production time because it requires processing
of the pre-defined template just once for the entire production run.
Other VersaWorks features include a wide variety of convenient layout, edit and print functions such as nesting,
tiling and auto/manual-layout to optimize media use and reduce waste. VersaWorks offers the ability to preview
jobs on screen, reducing ink and media consumption due to mistakes. Users can use two job queues for handling
different print conditions and can automatically update VersaWorks through the Internet, ensuring that they
always have the latest software version and Roland DGA ICC profiles available. VersaWorks is compatible
with Windows 2000/XP operating systems.
AJ-1000 Features
- 104" industrial inkjet printer for fast, high-volume production printing.
- Prints at up to 968 sqft./hr. and delivers superior image quality at 484 sqft./hr.
- Achieves a maximum print resolution of 720x720 dpi.
- Durable Eco-Xtreme ink produces dense, rich colors in CMYK+LcLm for brilliant outdoor banners and vehicle
graphics.
- Prints beautifully on unlined mesh media using the optional mesh printing unit.
- Heavy-duty take-up system supports rolls weighing up to 220.5 lb (100kg) for a wide variety of media.
- High-capacity ink delivery system features 1 liter cartridges for unattended printing.
- Auto maintenance system ensures reliable performance and easy, hassle-free operation.
- Roland VersaWorks RIP software provides easy setup and operation.
- Integrated tri-heater and blower print-drying system included.
- Features integrated Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base TX.
The AdvancedJET AJ-1000 is list priced at $69,995, and the optional MU-1000 mesh printing unit is priced at
$3,895. After rebate, the AJ-1000 is priced at $64,995 and the MU-1000 is priced at $3,395. The AJ-1000 rebate
promotion expires June 30, 2007.
Roland Announces Faster, More Powerful VersaCAMM, Industry’s #1
Best-Selling Printer
Irvine, CA - April 2, 2007 - Roland DGA Corporation, the world leader in integrated print/cut technology, today
announced the addition of two new high-performance models to its best-selling VersaCAMM printer/cutter line -
the 30" VP-300 and 54" VP-540.
Featuring accelerated print speeds, an optional newly designed media take-up system and new VersaWorks
2.2 RIP software, the VersaCAMM VP models make it easier than ever to print and contour cut 4-color CMYK
signs, banners, billboards, POP displays, labels, decals, vehicle and floor graphics, heat transfers for apparel
and more.
VersaCAMM VP models also feature numerous hardware upgrades including new belt drives, grit rollers, ink
dampers and pumps. New VersaCAMM VP models are backed by Roland’s new Two-Year Trouble-Free
Warranty, part of the company’s Passport Customer Care Program and the industry’s longest and most extensive
bundled service and support contract.
"Since its introduction, the VersaCAMM line has offered an unmatched entry-level price point as well as
versatility, reliability and ease of use," said Rick Scrimger, vice president and general manager of Roland’s
Color Products Division. "The new VP models build on this industry-leading technology with a host of advanced
productivity tools that make the world’s number-one printer/cutter an even better value."
Outstanding Performance
Featuring four print heads, a new faster network board and several additional internal systems upgrades, the
new VP series achieves print speeds of up to 166 sqft./hr. for the VP-540 and 124 sqft./hr. for the VP-300.
New media flanges and additional pinch rollers secure the heaviest media in place for accurate feeding and
tracking through even the longest production runs. To better support unattended printing, VersaCAMM VPs
can be purchased with an optional media take-up system. This newly designed system features a constant
tensioning system that aids in improved media handling and facilitates unattended productivity. It accommodates
rolls weighing up to 66 lbs. for the VP-540 and up to 44 lbs. for the VP-300.
Like the rest of the VersaCAMM line, the VP series features award-winning ECO-SOL MAX ink for rich, dense
colors and outstanding print quality. ECO-SOL MAX enables fast drying, offer superior scratch resistance and
ensures durability in even the harshest outdoor environments for up to three years.
Innovative Print/Cut Technology
Designed for both novices and experienced graphics professionals, the VersaCAMM VP series features Roland’s
innovative print/cut technology which delivers a seamless workflow for the production of complex sign graphics
printing and then automatically contour cutting on one device without any steps in between. As a result, the VP
series can be operated unattended. The print/cut feature also enables the VersaCAMM VP to print and cut
without registration or crop marks. This both reduces media waste and increases usable print area.
To further streamline the production process, VersaCAMM VPs include Quadralign, Roland's unique four-point
optical registration system which allows users to remove prints, laminate and simply reload them for precision
cutting. Quadralign automatically realigns the cutting path and compensates for skew and distortion.
Easy Operation and Maintenance
The VersaCAMM VP series was engineered from the ground up for easy operation and maintenance with a new
compact design tailored for general office and retail environments. A new redesigned LED panel features
simplified menu commands for standard operations such as cleaning, test printing, setting origin point and
implementing user-defined printing conditions. Media presets allow users to select cut depth, heater temperatures
and bi-directional calibrations for up to eight of their most common applications.
VersaCAMM VPs also feature an automated cleaning system which allows for immediate printing at any time,
even if the machine has been idle for an extended period of time.
VersaWorks 2.2 Advanced RIP Software Features Enhanced Productivity Tools
All VersaCAMM models come complete with VersaWorks, powerful RIP software developed by Roland engineers
for the company’s inkjet technology. Built upon the genuine Adobe ® PostScript ® CPSI - RIP engine,
VersaWorks features an efficient graphical user interface that allows users to maximize their Roland inkjet
without a lengthy learning curve.
The VP series comes bundled with Version 2.2 of VersaWorks featuring Roland Color, Roland’s new spot color
fidelity system. With Roland Color, professionals can take advantage of a variety of spot-color matching tools
to quickly and easily match logo colors and other corporate identity elements.
In addition to Roland Color, VersaWorks 2.2 features Variable Data Printing, allowing users to merge TXT or
CSV data fields with a pre-defined design template to output variable text and graphic elements. Ideal for labels,
name badges, plaques, POP and POS displays, menus and other custom graphics, VersaWorks Variable Data
Printing allows users to efficiently produce a series of digital prints in which text and/or graphics change from
one print to the next. Using Variable Data Printing saves significant production time because it requires
processing of the pre-defined template just once for the entire production run.
Other VersaWorks features include a wide variety of convenient layout, edit and print functions such as
nesting, tiling and auto/manual-layout to optimize media use and reduce waste. VersaWorks offers the ability
to preview jobs on screen, reducing ink and media consumption due to mistakes. Users can use two job
queues for handling different print conditions and can automatically update VersaWorks through the Internet,
ensuring that they always have the latest software version and Roland DGA ICC profiles available. VersaWorks
is compatible with Windows 2000/XP operating systems.
VersaCAMM VP Series Features
- Versatile - the VersaCAMM performs as a printer, printer/cutter or standalone vinyl cutter
- Includes Roland VersaWorks 2.2, the latest version of Roland’s powerful, user-friendly RIP software featuring
Roland Color and Variable Data Printing
- Maximum print speed of up to 166 sqft/hr (VP-540) or 124 sqft/hr (VP-300)
- Maximum print resolution of 1440 dpi
- Fast-drying ECO-SOL MAX ink in 4 colors (CMYK) delivers dense, rich colors, outstanding print quality, superior
scratch resistance and 3-year outdoor durability
- Prints on uncoated PVC media as well as a full range of coated substrates, from paper and canvas to backlit film
- Numerous hardware upgrades including new media flanges, additional pinch rollers and faster network board
- Optional media take-up system supporting rolls up to 66 lbs (VP-540) or 44 lbs (VP-300)
- Automated maintenance system for hassle-free operation
- New compact design is tailored for office or retail environments
- Quadralign, Roland's unique optical registration system, ensures precision contour cutting of laminated graphics,
with adjustments for skew and distortion
Backed by Roland’s new standard two-year warranty, the VersaCAMM VP series is priced at $14,995 for the
VP-300 and $20,995 for the VP-540. Entry-level VersaCAMM SP models will continue to be offered under Roland’s
one-year standard warranty and are now priced at $10,995 for the SP-300V and $16,995 for the SP-540V.
Leasing options are available on all Roland products.
Roland Adds Mesh Printing Capabilities to the AJ-1000 Grand Format
Printer
Irvine, CA, February 21, 2007 - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated print/cutters, has introduced a new optional mesh printing unit for the 104" AdvancedJET AJ-1000,
an industrial grand-format solvent printer and the company’s fastest inkjet to date.
Engineered for high-volume production of banners, billboards, signage and other durable graphics, the AJ-1000
now supports unlined mesh media, ideal for outdoor graphics that may be exposed to excessive wind or any
application calling for the unique sheer look of mesh.
The AJ-1000 mesh printing unit attaches and detaches easily from the AJ-1000 and features a built-in drainage
system for easy removal of excess ink. Support for unlined media makes it highly economical to produce mesh
graphics with the AJ-1000.
"Mesh can add drama, texture and durability to virtually any graphic from banners to building wraps," said Ken
VanHorn, senior product manager for Roland. "We are pleased to offer our customers this new unit which
expands their creative options and allows them to take full advantage of industry-leading AJ-1000 technology."
Mesh Media
Mesh is a lightweight material that is tightly woven and very strong. Among its many advantages, it eliminates
the need to cut wind holes. Mesh media images well with solvent inks, is ideal for exterior graphics, and often
features flame-retardant and tear-resistant properties.
AdvancedJET AJ-1000
As the fastest and most advanced grand-format printer in its class, the AJ-1000 achieves a maximum production
speed of 968 sqft./hr. The AJ-1000 features Eco-Xtreme ink for brilliant 6-color CMYK+LcLm graphics.
Eco-Xtreme delivers dense, rich colors and an exceptional gamut that together ensure beautiful, consistent prints
every time. Superior ink bonding and rugged scratch and alcohol resistance provide lasting durability for images
that maintain their quality outdoors for three years or longer.
To support long production runs and unattended printing, the AJ-1000 comes equipped with high-capacity 1
liter ink cartridges, an advanced ink delivery system that allows replacement of cartridges without pausing, and
a heavy-duty media handling system for rolls weighing up to 220 pounds. The AJ-1000 also features VersaWorks,
a powerful RIP software developed by Roland engineers to maximize the company’s inkjet technology.
AJ-1000 Features
- 104" industrial inkjet printer for fast, high-volume production printing.
- Prints at up to 968 sqft./hr. and delivers superior image quality at 484 sqft./hr.
- Achieves a maximum print resolution of 720x720 dpi.
- Durable Eco-Xtreme ink produces dense, rich colors in CMYK+LcLm for brilliant outdoor banners and vehicle
graphics.
- Prints beautifully on unlined mesh media using the optional mesh printing unit.
- Heavy-duty take-up system supports rolls weighing up to 220.5 lb (100kg) for a wide variety of media.
- High-capacity ink delivery system features 1 liter cartridges for unattended printing.
- Auto maintenance system ensures reliable performance and easy, hassle-free operation.
- Roland VersaWorks RIP software provides easy setup and operation.
- Integrated tri-heater and blower print-drying system included.
- Features integrated Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base TX.
The AdvancedJET AJ-1000 is priced at $69,995, and the optional mesh printing unit is priced at $3,895.
Irvine, CA, September 19, 2006 - Roland DGA Corp. has introduced the new Hi-Fi Express FP-740 74"
high-performance sublimation inkjet printer. The FP-740 is ideal for producing sublimated graphics for a range
of wide-format applications including flags, banners and other soft signage.
Featuring eight advanced piezo print heads, an extended capacity ink delivery system, HeatWave sublimation
inks and an automated media take-up system, the FP-740 produces precision quality graphics at print speeds
of up to 548 sqft./hr. The FP-740 maintains image quality even through long production runs for consistent,
reliable prints every time.
"It has never been easier to enter the wide-format sublimation market and profit from this lucrative new
business opportunity," said Brian McLeod, managing director of Roland’s Color Products Division.
"The FP-740 is based on Roland’s award-winning inkjet technology and is just as easy to operate and maintain
as the rest of our printer line. Sublimated prints are easily transferred to polyester fabric for exceptional flags,
banners and textiles that preserve the fabric’s natural drape and texture."
Hi-Fi Express FP-740 Features:
- High-volume 74" 4-color sublimation printer
- Ideal for producing flags, banners and textiles
- HeatWave sublimation inks in 220 ml cartridges
- Maximum print speed of 548 sqft./hr. at 270x360 dpi
- Maximum print resolution of 720x720 dpi
- Eight advanced piezo print heads
- Extended capacity ink delivery system
- Automated intelligent maintenance system
- Automated media take-up system
- Rigid construction for durable performance
- Integrated Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base TX
- Roland VersaWorks RIP software included
- Extended Capacity Ink Delivery System
The FP-740 comes equipped with a redesigned extended capacity ink delivery system that optimizes ink
usage and allows replacement of cartridges without the need to pause the printer. With a total of eight ink
cartridges feeding 16 intermediate reservoirs, the FP-740 accommodates more than 3520 ml of usable ink for
increased productivity and unattended production printing.
Automated Intelligent Maintenance System
The FP-740 features an Automated Intelligent Maintenance System that automatically performs routine
maintenance, eliminating many time-consuming manual maintenance tasks. This unique system actively
monitors the printer and adjusts maintenance intervals accordingly. As a result, manual cleaning around the
head and capping station is recommended just once every two weeks. In addition, the FP-740 can be left
unattended for extended periods of time without drying ink or clogging print heads.
Automated Media Take-Up System
The FP-740 includes an automated front-mounted media take-up system to facilitate precision printing even
when unattended. This sensor-guided take-up system adjusts automatically to eliminate excess slack in the
media.
Roland VersaWorks RIP Software Included
The FP-740 comes with VersaWorks professional RIP software, developed exclusively by Roland for the
company’s wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters. VersaWorks is uniquely designed to both maximize
the FP-740’s performance and meet the demands of exhibit builders, textile decorators and sign making
professionals. In addition, VersaWorks features an efficient graphical user interface, advanced color
management tools and a wide variety of convenient layout, edit and print functions such as nesting, tiling
and auto/manual-layout. VersaWorks also allows users to easily import files from their favorite design
application without a lengthy learning curve.
VersaWorks offers the ability to preview jobs on screen, keeping ink and media usage to a minimum. Users
can take advantage of two job queues for handling different print conditions and can automatically update
VersaWorks through the Internet for the latest software version and Roland ICC profiles available.
VersaWorks is built upon the genuine Adobe® PostScript® CPSI RIP engine expressly for Roland inkjet
technology and is compatible with Windows 2000/XP operating systems.
Priced at $39,995, the Hi-Fi Express FP-740 is available immediately through Roland’s network of authorized
resellers.
Roland ASD Backs Products with Comprehensive Technical Support
Program
Lake Forest, CA. September 6, 2006 Roland Advanced Solutions Division (ASD) today launched a comprehensive
technical support program for all current and legacy products.
"Roland has always taken pride in offering great technical support," said Gerald Hiller, Roland ASD managing
director. "This new program gives our customers a formalized level of support they can find nowhere else. When
you buy a Roland, you know we're going to be there for you."
All Roland ASD customers covered under factory and extended warranties will receive free telephone technical
support and complementary assistance via the Roland Web site, online user forums and email. Roland authorized
dealers will provide free support for all current products. Plus, Roland will make every effort to support end-of-life
products when possible.
Live Support
From 7:00am to 5:00pm PST on weekdays, Roland product specialists assist customers with all technical support
issues. Customers can call 888-273-8895 with questions covering everything from machine maintenance to
technical tips and tricks. After a product's warranty has expired, customers can either purchase an extended
support contract or telephone technical support for $30 per incident.
Dealer Support
Roland's highly-experienced dealer network is another valuable technical support resource. With years of
real-world experience using Roland ASD technologies, each dealer is well-prepared to help customers meet
their unique challenges.
Web-based Support
Roland also offers complimentary technical support on its Web site, which is located at http://www.rolandasd.
com/support. Roland product specialists assist customers by promptly emailing them documents with clear,
step-by-step instructions. They keep the Web site updated with a full library of FAQs, product manuals, firmware
updates, and other helpful documents that are customer accessible. Online user forums let customers share
important product and market information everyday with their peers around the country.
Roland University
Roland product training classes teach customers valuable strategies for starting a successful business. The
two-day workshops cover tools, materials, machine features, and potential markets. Students also learn how to
expand their business by producing awards, custom gifts, name badges, signage, milled parts and more.
Roland Advanced Solutions Division
Roland ASD develops advanced solutions for the sign making, engraving, jewelry design and CAD/CAM industries.
Major products include GX series vinyl cutters, EGX series engravers, MDX series milling machines, LPX series
3D laser scanners, and the MPX-70 photo impact printer. The strategic business unit is a division of Roland DGA
Corporation - an industry leader in wide-format printing and integrated print/cut technology. Roland ASD serves
customers throughout North and South America with cutting-edge technologies and skilled dealers. For more
information, call (888) 273-8895 or visit the Web site at http://www.rolandasd.com.
Irvine, CA, September 1, 2006 - PJ Brassard of LogosPrint.com in Albany, New York, has won the grand prize
for the first-ever Roland Wrap Vehicle Graphics Contest, a North American competition for the best Scion xB
vehicle graphics design.
Brassard’s winning design, a multi-colored graphic entitled Roland Innovation, was selected from more than 400 e
ntries received by the July 31st contest deadline. As the grand prize winner, Brassard has been awarded a brand
new VersaCAMM SP-300V 30" inkjet printer/cutter and expense-paid trip to Las Vegas for the SGIA ‘06
conference September 26th - 29th. As an added bonus, Brassard’s design will be featured in the Roland SGIA
exhibit throughout the show on the company’s official Scion xB.
"I’m so excited and overwhelmed to be the winner," Brassard said. "Roland has just made our year. Our
SOLJET has been a great production tool, and I can’t wait to begin working with my new VersaCAMM."
Brassard is joined by the following contest finalists:
1st Runner Up - Awarded $1,000 Roland Racing
Steve Chartrand, Stevo Design, Devon, Alberta, Canada
2nd Runner Up - Awarded $500 ECO-SOL MAX
Dave Dufaux, Mobile Image, Laval, QC, Canada
3rd Runners Up - Awarded $300
War Chief by Gerald Perry Dominguez, Agony Ann Art & Design, San Angelo, Texas
Magnetic Attraction by Geri Seiberling, ETC Graphics, Carlisle, Iowa
Musical Sheets by Florin Gavriluta, Benex, Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Honorable Mention Awards
ACME by Mr. Bill Decker, Mr. Bill’s Workshop, La Grange, California
Laci’s Ark by John Deaton, Deaton Design, Harlan, Kentucky
Hardware by Troy Seel, Heitz Sign Company, Madison, Indiana
"We are pleased to congratulate all our contest winners on their extraordinary design work," said Brian McLeod,
managing director for Roland’s Color Products Division. "We would also like to recognize everyone who
participated. The response to the contest was overwhelming and the level of skill and creativity among entries
was outstanding by every measure. We look forward to SGIA and the opportunity to showcase the winning
design."
Winners of the Roland Wrap Contest were selected through a rigorous judging process that evaluated entries
for their creativity, effectiveness and technical quality. Judging took place August 1st at Roland’s Irvine,
California headquarters under the direction of an elite panel of Roland managers and top industry professionals.
Roland Wrap Contest judges included:
- Jim Conquest, Owner, Imagine-It Graphics
- Jay Lansburg, Owner, Automic Designs
- Jamie McMonigle, Owner, McMonigle and Associates
- Molly Sanders, Owner, Molly Designs
- Sheila Swanson, Auto Shows and Special Events Manager, Scion
- Jim Day, Product Manager, Applications and Training, Roland
- Dave Goward, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, Roland
- Patrick Kersey, Creative Director, Roland
- Dede Logemann, Marketing Communications Manager, Roland
- Brian McLeod, Managing Director, Color Products Division, Roland
- Tony Miller, Product Manager, Technical Services, Roland
- Ken VanHorn, Senior Product Manager, Roland
"It was inspiring to see so many beautiful and original designs all in one place," said Scion’s Sheila Swanson.
"It was difficult to choose a winner. All the finalists demonstrated both the visual impact of a great design and
the creative potential of digital printing technology."
To view contest finalists and the entire gallery of entries, visit www.rolanddga.com/wrap.
Award-Winning Roland Technology
Roland’s award-winning line of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters range in size from 30"
to 104" in width. Widely recognized as the world’s top-selling wide-format printers for the durable graphics market,
Roland SOLJET and AdvancedJET inkjet printers and SOLJET and VersaCAMM integrated printer/cutters are
ideal for a variety of vehicle graphics applications including custom wraps, partial wraps, pinstriping, window film
and protective bras. They’re also the perfect production tools for all manner of signs, banners, posters, billboards,
fleet graphics and apparel decoration. All Roland inkjets come standard with powerful but easy-to-use VersaWorks
RIP.
Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including multiple Andre Schellenberg Awards, and repeated
victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI Product of the Year competitions. Other honors include
the Seybold Hot Pick award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award, Digital Output
Readers' Choice Awards, and Graphic Design’s Fall Forty.
Roland University Vehicle Graphics Workshops
Interested Roland customers can refine their vehicle graphics skills at an upcoming Roland University Wraps
vehicle decorating class. The next Roland Wraps Workshop is scheduled for early 2007 with exact dates to be
announced this fall. For more information on Roland University, visit the Roland Web site at www.rolanddga.com
/training.
Roland University Vehicle Graphics Workshop Draws Nationwide
Attendance
Graphics professionals from around the nation took part in the first-ever Roland wRAP Session Vehicle Graphics
Workshop, a comprehensive hands-on training course held July 10th and 11th at the Irvine, CA headquarters
of Roland DGA Corporation.
Roland wide-format inkjet printing and contour cutting technology took center stage as students led by Roland
instructors and industry experts designed, printed, contour cut, and installed a wide range of vehicle graphics on
three Scions xBs provided by Scion’s Los Angeles headquarters. Viewing the hands-on class were three members
of L.A.-based West Coast Customs, one of the firms that helped popularize the vehicle graphics market via their
MTV show, "Pimp My Ride."
"The popularity of vehicle graphics is exploding and Roland inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters are
ideally suited for not only full and partial wraps, but decals, window film, pin striping, protective bras and even
wheel wraps," said Brian McLeod, managing director for Roland’s Color Products Division. "The Scion xB is the
perfect platform for commercial graphics or personalization. Having three xBs on site enabled us to demonstrate
many of these applications throughout the workshop. In addition, we enjoyed the opportunity to provide a highly
personalized, hands-on educational experience for everyone. Based on the response from participants, this has
been one of our most successful workshops to date."
"The variety of topics covered has made this workshop a very valuable educational experience," said Brandon
Broussard, production manager for Hulco Sign and Decal, LLC of Scott, LA.
"In particular, I enjoyed the hands on instruction," said Robert Wiglesworth of Tucson, AZ-based Renegade
Graphics. "Attending the workshop has helped me develop new skills and given me the confidence to expand
my vehicle graphics business."
"It’s great learning from people who love what they do," said Tim Johnson of East Cost Trucking based in
Portsmouth, VA. "The Roland University presenters bring to the workshop both their expertise and enthusiasm
for this unique application."
The Roland wRAP Session presented in-depth techniques for taking a vehicle graphics job from design to
installation. Through seminars and interactive small group demonstrations, attendees learned a variety of proven
methods for creating and applying digitally printed vehicle graphics. They were also introduced to laminating
techniques, advanced production workflows and other tips to help them optimize their investment in Roland digital
printing and print/cut technology.
Roland Introduces SOLJET PRO III XC-540 Inkjet Printer/Cutter
Irvine, CA, June 1, 2006 - Celebrating 25 years of innovation, vision and leadership for the sign making industry,
Roland DGA Corporation today introduced the new SOLJET PRO III XC-540, its fastest, most feature-rich wide-
format integrated inkjet printer/cutter to date.
Based on award-winning SOLJET print/cut technology, the 54"-wide XC-540 achieves a maximum print resolution
of 1440x1440 dpi and seamlessly integrates a new generation of hardware and software for even greater all-
around performance. New features include an increased maximum print speed of 441 sqft./hr., a more robust ink
system designed for both 220 ml and 440 ml cartridges, a new precision firing pattern, an integrated tri-heater
system for accelerated drying times, and a built-in media feed and take-up system accepting rolls weighing up
to 66 lbs. The XC-540 also includes VersaWorks 2.0 RIP software, packed with upgrades to optimize Roland
inkjet technology. In addition, Roland’s new DU-540 optional dryer/blower system expedites the production
process for high-speed applications.
"The XC-540 builds on Roland’s superior SOLJET engineering with numerous enhancements that make it the
sign industry’s most powerful integrated print/cut solution," said Brian McLeod, managing director for Roland’s
Color Products Division. "In addition to faster print speeds, the new PRO III offers an enhanced ink system
that maximizes ink flow, a new precision firing pattern for optimum image quality at high print speeds, upgraded
RIP software for greater productivity, and a rugged built-in media take-up and feed system to accommodate
high-volume, unattended production."
Featuring durable ECO-SOL MAX ink in 6 colors (CMYKLcLm), the XC-540 is ideal for banners, signs, vehicle
and fleet graphics, labels, decals, POP displays and more.
Innovative Print/Cut Technology
The XC-540 is based on Roland’s innovative print/cut technology, which delivers a seamless workflow for the
production of complex sign graphics printing and then automatically contour cutting on one device without any
steps in between. As a result, the XC-540 can be operated unattended. To further streamline the production
process, the XC-540 includes Quadralign®, Roland's unique four-point optical registration system, which allows
users to remove prints, laminate and simply reload them for precision cutting. Quadralign automatically realigns
the cutting path and compensates for skew and distortion.
New Precision Firing Pattern Enhances Image Quality at High Speeds
The XC-540 features a new precision firing pattern, which produces vibrant, high-density colors at the highest
print speeds. This advanced firing pattern has been optimized for the XC-540’s piezo print heads for stunning
images with unparalleled color, gamut, density and quality in any print mode. In addition, Roland’s in-line head
configuration eliminates the need for lengthy calibration procedures and costly down time.
Roland VersaWorks 2.0 RIP Software
VersaWorks 2.0 RIP software features an efficient graphical user interface for consistent, professional results
and includes several new upgrades including a spot color library, and functions for spot color replacement,
clipping and auto-nesting. Together these features ensure added convenience, economy and the precision
color reproduction required by sign shops, service bureaus and other graphics professionals.
VersaWorks allows users to easily import files from their favorite program without a lengthy learning curve.
Standard features include the ability to preview jobs on screen, and layout, edit and print functions including
nesting, tiling and auto/manual-layout. In addition, users can automatically update VersaWorks through the
Internet, ensuring that they are equipped with the latest software version and ICC profiles available. Built upon
the genuine Adobe® PostScript® CPSI RIP engine, VersaWorks is compatible with Windows 2000/XP
operating systems.
SOLJET PRO III XC-540 Features:
- Maximum 1440x1440 dpi resolution and Roland’s integrated print/cut technology combine for outstanding
image quality and precision contour cutting
- Ideal for a wide variety of applications including banners, signs, labels, decals, POP displays, vehicle graphics
and more
- New VersaWorks 2.0 RIP software features a spot color library, and functions for spot color replacement,
clipping and auto-nesting
- Maximum print speed of 441 sqft./hr. for high-volume production
- New precision firing pattern increases image quality in high-speed print modes
- Integrated tri-heater system quickly dries a wide variety of media for immediate finishing, installation or
collection by the take u8p roller not even in the high-speed printing mode
- An optional heater and blower are available for increased productivity
- A new, faster Standard Print mode prints at 150.7sqft./hr. for high-quality indoor banners with optimum droplet
control and ink density
-Fully-optimized solution features seamless integration of hardware, software and newly upgraded RIP software,
plus inks and media profiles
- Industry-leading ECO-SOL MAX ink in 6 colors (CMYKLcLm) delivers the enhanced scratch resistance, quicker
drying time, higher ink density and rugged durability required for outdoor applications
- Included take-up roller supports up to 66 lbs. for unattended, high-volume production
- Quadralign optical registration system automatically aligns contour cutting paths for precision results
Priced at $29,995, the SOLJET PRO III XC-540 is available immediately through Roland’s network of authorized
resellers. The optional dryer/blower system is priced at $2,995.
Roland DGA Corporation
Roland DGA Corporation and affiliated companies are pioneers in the development of innovative digital
technology for creative professionals. From its inception as part of world-renowned Roland Music, Roland DGA
Corp. has introduced an award-winning product line that continues to set new standards for precision, reliability
and performance. Professionals worldwide rely on Roland equipment and personnel everyday in the sign,
graphic arts, fine art, photography, engraving and 3D modeling industries.
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Roland DGA Corp. serves as the U.S.-based marketing, distribution and
sales arm of Roland DG Corporation of Hamamatsu, Japan. Affiliated companies include Roland US and
Roland Audio in Los Angeles, CA; Rodgers Instrument Corporation of Hillsboro, OR; and Edirol Corporation of
Seattle, WA. Roland DG Corporation is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Roland DGA is ISO 9001:2000 certified, and Roland DG is ISO 9001:2000 and 14001 certified. Roland’s Color
Products strategic business units market and support the company’s advanced inkjet technologies in North and
South America (except Brazil) through its Authorized Resellers.
Roland University To Offer Roland wRAP Session Vehicle Graphics
Workshop
Irvine, CA, May 8, 2006 - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated
print/cutters, today announced Roland wRAP Session, an exciting new Roland University course focused on
the rapidly growing vehicle graphics market.
Scheduled for July 10th - 11th at the Roland University training center in Irvine, California, the Roland wRAP
Session will teach participants how to take a vehicle graphics job from design to installation. Attendees will
learn how to get optimum results from their Roland printer including an overview of media and laminating
options. Industry professionals will demonstrate the tools and techniques involved and provide hands-on
instruction in the proper way to apply digitally printed graphics.
:Roland inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters are ideally suited for vehicle graphics applications,
providing the precision, versatility and exceptional print quality required for this market," said Brian McLeod,
managing director for Roland’s Color Products Division. "The Roland wRAP Session Workshop is designed
to teach professionals how to leverage this technology for a successful career in vehicle graphics. In addition
to receiving in-depth technical instruction, attendees will participate in hands-on demonstrations on a variety of
vehicle graphics applications from intricate decals to full wraps."
Innovative Print/Cut Technology
Roland's integrated print/cut technology is the foundation for the company’s 34"and 54" VersaCAMMs and
54" SOLJET SC-545EX. These wide-format printer/cutters feature a one-step operation for the production of
complex sign and vehicle graphics, printing and then automatically contour cutting images on one device
without any steps in between. As a result, they are well suited for long unattended production runs.
Roland print/cut technology enables professionals a wide range of creative choices for personalizing and
incorporating marketing messages onto a vehicle. Full wraps, partial wraps, decals, window film, pinstriping,
protective bras and even wheel wraps are quickly and easily produced. Both laminated and unlaminated
graphics can be precision contour cut for custom results.
For larger print-only applications, Roland offers its SOLJET and AdvancedJET inkjet printers ranging in size
from 54" to 104." Ideal for large vehicle and fleet wraps, these printers meet the industry’s highest standards
for speed and performance.
All Roland inkjets deliver outstanding durability with ink sets designed for scratch, water, and UV resistance
up to 3 years outdoors.
Award-Winning Product Line
Roland inkjets are recognized as the world’s top-selling wide-format printers for the durable graphics market and
are acclaimed industry-wide for their superior precision, image quality and reliability.
Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including multiple Andre Schellenberg Awards, and
repeated victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI Product of the Year competitions. Other
honors include the Seybold Hot Pick award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award,
Digital Output Readers' Choice Awards, Wide-Format Imaging Top Products of 2006 Award, and Graphic
Design’s Fall Forty.
Roland University Workshops
In addition to the Roland wRAP session, Roland University offers a complete lineup of workshops focused on
the company’s product line including VersaCAMM and SOLJET trainings for both customers and resellers.
Equipped with the latest in technology from top manufacturers, Roland University workshops follow an interactive
format led by the company’s senior technical staff and outside experts.
The Roland wRAP Session is priced at $549. An Early Bird discount of $50 will apply to all participants that
register 30 days in advance of the class. For more information on the Roland wRAP Session and other Roland
University workshops, call Roland directly at (800) 542-2307 or visit www.rolanddga.com/training.
Roland Lowers Price for its Best-Selling 30-Inch VersaCAMM® to
$12,995
IRVINE, CA - April 4, 2006 - In a move to make sign making technology even more accessible to graphics
professionals everywhere, Roland DGA Corporation has lowered the price of its award-winning 30" VersaCAMM
SP-300V to $12,995.
The world’s best-selling inkjet printer/cutter and a highly versatile, easy-to-use graphics tool, the VersaCAMM
SP-300V prints and contour cuts a wide variety of graphics including signs, banners, billboards, POP displays,
labels, decals, vehicle and floor graphics, heat transfers for apparel, and more. Packed with features including
Roland’s own VersaWorks RIP software, a maximum print resolution of 1440 dpi and new, tougher ECO-SOL
MAX ink, the VersaCAMM is ideally suited for both novice and experienced professionals.
"At $12,995, the VersaCAMM is the industry’s most affordable wide-format print/cut device, delivering
unmatched precision and versatility to an even broader range of professionals," said Brian McLeod, managing
director for Roland’s Color Products Division. "The new pricing strategy reflects Roland’s commitment to
leading the industry with complete solutions that deliver the ultimate in price/performance."
The Roland Print/Cut Advantage
Based on Roland’s integrated print/cut technology, the VersaCAMM SP-300V delivers a one-step operation for
the production of complex sign graphics printing and then automatically contour cutting on one device without
any steps in between. As a result, the VersaCAMM SP-300V can be operated unattended. Additionally, it
performs as a stand-alone vinyl cutter for added versatility. To further streamline the production process, the
VersaCAMM SP-300V includes Quadralign®, Roland's unique four-point optical registration system, which
allows users to remove prints, laminate, and simply reload them for precision cutting. Quadralign automatically
realigns the cutting path and compensates for skew and distortion.
VersaWorks
The VersaCAMM SP-300V comes complete with VersaWorks, a powerful RIP software developed by Roland
engineers for the company’s inkjet technology. Built upon the genuine Adobe® PostScript® CPSI RIP engine,
VersaWorks features an efficient graphical user interface that allows users to maximize the VersaCAMM features
without a lengthy learning curve. In addition to advanced color management tools, VersaWorks includes a
wide variety of convenient layout, edit and print functions such as nesting, tiling and auto/manual-layout, among
others. VersaWorks offers the ability to preview jobs on screen, reducing ink and media consumption due to
mistakes. Users can use two job queues for handling different print conditions and can automatically update
VersaWorks through the Internet, ensuring that they always have the latest software version and Roland DGA
ICC profiles available. VersaWorks is compatible with Windows 2000/XP operating systems.
VersaCAMM SP-300V Features
- Roland VersaWorks a powerful, user-friendly RIP software designed exclusively for Roland inkjet devices
- Prints on uncoated PVC media as well as a full range of coated substrates, from paper and canvas to backlit film
- ECO-SOL MAX ink, featuring higher density, wider color gamut, improved scratch resistance, faster drying time
and lower cost per square foot
- Produces graphics that are UV, scratch, and water resistant up to 3 years outdoors
- Performs as a printer, printer/cutter, or standalone vinyl cutter
- Media counter for tracking of media usage
- Removable media guides for correct media feed and enhanced image quality
- Quadralign, Roland's unique optical registration system for precision contour cutting of laminated graphics,
with adjustments for skew and distortion
- Average ink running costs as low as 16¢ per sq. ft.
The VersaCAMM SP-300V is part of a complete line of Roland wide-format printer/cutters. Other print/cut
solutions include the 54" VersaCAMM SP-540V and the high-end 54" SOLJET PRO II V SC-545EX.
VersaCAMM integrated printer/cutters are also available in sublimation models complete with sublimation inks,
VersaWorks software with sublimation profiles, and transfer paper.
Irvine, CA, April 3, 2006 - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated print/cutters, today announced the company’s first-ever Roland Wrap Vehicle Graphics Contest.
The Roland Wrap Contest is an industry-wide competition open to sign makers, screen printers and vehicle
graphics professionals across the U.S. and Canada. Within these industries, Roland inkjet printers and integrated
printer/cutters are widely used for a broad range of vehicle graphics applications including custom wraps, partial
wraps, pinstriping, window film, protective bras and more.
To enter the Roland Wrap Contest, professionals can submit their best Scion xB designs to Roland’s Web
site at www.rolanddga.com/wrap for judging by a panel of company experts and industry pros. Designs will
be evaluated for their creativity, effectiveness and technical quality, with the grand prize, a Roland
VersaCAMM® 30" integrated printer/cutter, going to the contest winner. Cash prizes of up to $1,000 will be
awarded to the top contest finalists.
"Roland printers and printer/cutters have established a reputation as the best-selling inkjets in the wide-format,
durable graphics industry and remain the tools of choice for top vehicle graphics professionals everywhere,"
said Brian McLeod, managing director for Roland’s Color Products Division. "As part of our 25th anniversary
celebration, the Roland Wrap Contest presents an exciting opportunity for these professionals to showcase
their best design work and compete for valuable prizes including Roland’s popular VersaCAMM integrated
printer/cutter. We look forward to this opportunity to view the industry’s most creative designs and we encourage
everyone to participate."
In addition to receiving a new VersaCAMM, the grand prize winner will be awarded an expenses-paid trip to the
SGIA ’06 conference September 26th & 29th in Las Vegas. At SGIA, Roland will display the designs of contest
finalists, with the winning design printed and displayed on a Scion xB.
For more information on the 2006 Roland Wrap Vehicle Graphics Contest or to enter, visit the Roland Web site
at www.rolanddga.com/wrap. Contest details and the required template can be downloaded free of charge.
Entries must be received by July 31st and contest winners will be announced September 6th.
Roland University To Offer Vehicle Graphics Workshop
Interested Roland customers can refine their vehicle graphics skills at the company’s new Roland Wraps
vehicle decorating class, a hands-on Roland University workshop scheduled for July 10th & 11th at the
company’s Irvine headquarters. For more information, visit the Roland Web site at www.rolanddga.com/training.
Award-Winning Roland Technology
The VersaCAMM is part of Roland’s award-winning line of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated
printer/cutters ranging in size from 30" to 104" in width. Roland inkjets are recognized as the world’s top-selling
wide-format printers for the durable graphics market and have been acclaimed industry-wide for their superior
precision, performance and reliability.
Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including multiple Andre Schellenberg Awards, and repeated
victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI Product of the Year competitions. Other honors include
the Seybold Hot Pick award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award, Digital Output
Readers' Choice Awards, and Graphic Design’s "Fall Forty."
Roland Announces 968-Sqft./Hr. Industrial Strength Grand Format Printer
Irvine, CA, March 31, 2006 - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated print/cutters, today announced the release of the 104" Advanced JET AJ-1000, an industrial strength,
grand format printer and the company’s fastest inkjet to date.
With a maximum production speed of 968 sqft./hr. and a precision print mode of 484 sqft./hr., the Advanced
JET AJ-1000 is ideal for high-volume applications including banners, billboards, outdoor signage and other
durable graphics. The AJ-1000 produces brilliant six-color CMYK+LcLm graphics on both coated and uncoated
media, offering superior ink bonding, scratch resistance and alcohol resistance for outstanding outdoor durability.
In addition, the AJ-1000 features high-capacity 1 liter ink cartridges for seamless unattended printing, an
advanced ink delivery system that allows replacement of cartridges without pausing, and a robust media
handling system for rolls weighing up to 220 pounds. An automated intelligent maintenance system keeps print
heads performing optimally.
"The Advanced JET AJ-1000 takes Roland inkjet technology to a whole new level of performance, printing at
nearly twice the speed of our previous inkjet models," said Brian McLeod, managing director of Roland’s color
products division. "This exciting new product combines many of the features found in higher-priced industrial
printers with proven Roland reliability and ease-of-use all at an affordable price point. It is also upgraded with
new Xtreme solvent ink for optimum color vibrancy and durability."
New Xtreme Ink
New advanced Xtreme ink was developed exclusively for the AJ-1000 to deliver outstanding color density,
wider gamut and rugged durability. Available in 6 colors (CMYK+LcLm), Xtreme ink produces vibrant images
even in high-speed production modes. The new ink is particularly well suited for volume banner production,
offering exceptional bonding with uncoated banner substrates, enhanced scratch resistance and alcohol
resistance.
VersaWorks
The AJ-1000 comes complete with VersaWorks, a powerful RIP software developed by Roland engineers for
the company’s inkjet technology. Built upon the genuine Adobe® PostScript® CPSI RIP engine, VersaWorks
features an efficient graphical user interface that allows users to maximize the AJ-1000 features without a lengthy
learning curve. In addition to advanced color management tools, VersaWorks includes a wide variety of
convenient layout, edit and print functions such as nesting, tiling and auto/manual-layout, among others.
VersaWorks offers the ability to preview jobs on screen, reducing ink and media consumption due to mistakes.
Users can use two job queues for handling different print conditions and can automatically update VersaWorks
through the Internet, ensuring that they always have the latest software version and Roland DGA ICC profiles
available. VersaWorks is compatible with Windows 2000/XP operating systems.
AJ-1000 Features
- 104" industrial inkjet printer for fast, high-volume production printing.
- Prints at up to 968 sqft./hr. and delivers superior image quality at 484 sqft./hr.
- Durable new Xtreme ink produces dense, rich colors in CMYK+LcLm for brilliant outdoor banners and vehicle
graphics.
- Heavy-duty take-up system supports rolls weighing up to 220.5 lb (100kg) for a wide variety of media.
- New high-capacity ink delivery system features 1 liter cartridges for unattended printing.
- Auto maintenance system ensures reliable performance and easy, hassle-free operation.
- Roland VersaWorks RIP software provides easy setup and operation.
- Integrated tri-heater and blower print-drying system included.
- Features integrated Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base TX.
Priced at $64,995, the Advanced JET AJ-1000 is available through Roland’s authorized reseller channel.
Roland Opens Newest Digital Factory
Featuring Paperless Cell Technology
Hamamatsu, Japan, March 8, 2006 – Roland DG Corporation, a leading provider of technologies for the sign
making, engraving and 3D modeling industries, today announced the opening of a new factory at the
company’s corporate headquarters in Hamamatsu, Japan.
Designed to serve the company’s growing customer base, the new digital factory will become a primary
manufacturing site for product assembly, testing and inspection for the company’s line of inkjet printers
and printer/cutters, vinyl cutters, engravers, photo impact printers and 3D scanning and milling machines.
The new 9,803.95m2 facility is 40 percent larger than the company’s current factory, will accommodate up
to 200 employees, and will significantly increase the company’s production capacity.
“We are always striving to improve our manufacturing processes, which in turn improves our responsiveness
to the market and to our customers,” said Masahiro Tomioka, president of Roland DG Corporation. “It is this
commitment to advancing our own technology, streamlining our production capabilities and achieving new
levels of product quality that differentiates us as a company. This new digital factory will serve us well into
the future.”
Roland’s “Yatai” Digital Cell Manufacturing Technology
Utilizing advanced information technology developed in-house, Roland’s digital factory features an innovative
production system that enables a single employee to individually assemble complex products. Since adopting
this system for all Roland products in July 2002, manufacturing time has been reduced and product design
improved.
“Today’s business climate demands efficient, on-demand manufacturing capabilities,” Tomioka said. “Roland
DG was able to meet the increasing demands from a variety of geographic and business markets thanks to
innovative production techniques such as Roland DG’s scalable cell production utilizing proprietary
technology which we call ‘Digital Yatai.’ Yatai is just one result of Roland’s Digital Value Engineering (DVE)
which combines development, production and marketing into a single integrated process for faster
concept-to-market time.”
Roland’s unique production method also contributes to the environment by eliminating paper instructions. The
Digital Yatai system has been recognized for excellence among domestic manufacturers and the news media
alike.
Award-Winning Product Line
Roland manufacturing technology has been acclaimed worldwide for producing products that meet the highest
standards for quality, reliability and performance. In the sign industry, Roland is best known for its integrated
print/cut technology that delivers one seamless workflow for both the printing and contour cutting required to
produce complex sign and vehicle graphics.
The company’s inkjet line features SOLJET™ and VersaCAMM® printers and printer/cutters that range in size
from 30” to 104” in width and come complete with VersaWorks™ RIP software and new, tougher ECO-SOL™
MAX ink. For the fine art and photography, screen printing, proofing and exhibit graphics markets, Roland
offers its Hi-Fi JET™ Pro II FJ-540, a 54”-wide aqueous inkjet printer.
Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including multiple Andre Schellenberg Awards, and
repeated victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI Product of the Year competitions. Other honors
include the Seybold Hot Pick award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award,
Digital Output Readers' Choice Awards, and Graphic Design’s “Fall Forty.”
In addition, Roland offers a diverse line of products for vinyl cutting, engraving, jewelry design and CAD/CAM
applications. This line includes the company’s CAMM-1 and CAMM-1 PRO vinyl cutters, EGX series engravers,
MDX series milling machines, LPX series 3D laser scanners and MPX series photo impact printers.
Roland DGA Corporation
Roland DGA Corporation and affiliated companies are pioneers in the development of innovative digital
technology for creative professionals. From its inception as part of world-renowned Roland Music, Roland DGA
Corp. has introduced an award-winning product line that continues to set new standards for precision, reliability
and performance. Professionals worldwide rely on Roland equipment and personnel everyday in the sign,
graphic arts, fine art, photography, engraving and 3D modeling industries.
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Roland DGA Corp. serves as the U.S.-based marketing, distribution and
sales arm of Roland DG Corporation of Hamamatsu, Japan. Affiliated companies include Roland US and Roland
Audio in Los Angeles, CA; Rodgers Instrument Corporation of Hillsboro, OR; and Edirol Corporation of
Seattle, WA. Roland DG Corporation is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Roland DGA is ISO 9001:2000 certified, and Roland DG is ISO 9001:2000 and 14001 certified. Roland’s Color
Products strategic business units market and support the company’s advanced inkjet technologies in North
and South America (except Brazil) through its Authorized Resellers.
For more information on Roland Color Products, please call (800) 542-2307 or visit the Web site at
www.rolanddga.com. For more information on Roland’s Advanced Solutions Division, please call
(888) 273-8895 or visit the Web site at www.rolandasd.com.
Roland Celebrates 25th Anniversary with
Number One Ranking in Durable Graphics Market
Hamamatsu, Japan, March 8, 2006 – Roland DG Corporation has announced its 25th anniversary, a milestone
that marks the company’s rich history of innovation and leadership in the digital printing, engraving and product
modeling industries. Founded in 1981 as an affiliate of Roland Music, Roland DG Corporation introduced its
first A-size pen plotter in 1982 and has since evolved into a $350 million organization with offices worldwide.
“It is gratifying to look back on where we started and see how far we’ve come,” said Masahiro Tomioka,
president of Roland DG Corp. “Today’s Roland is stronger than ever with record sales in every area of the
globe. And with continued technological innovations on the horizon, we are well positioned for future growth
and success.”
Leading Provider of 30” and Larger Wide-Format Inkjet Printers Worldwide
According to 2005 worldwide market share studies, Roland enjoys a commanding lead in sales among
manufacturers of wide format inkjet printers in the durable graphics industry. Roland’s growth and success is
further reflected in the company’s financial results, which reflect record revenues and profits for 2005.
Company officials attribute these achievements to both a strong technology base and a customer-driven focus.
“Today’s business climate demands efficient, on-demand manufacturing capabilities,” Tomioka said. “Roland
DG was able to meet the increasing demands from a variety of geographic and business markets thanks to
innovative production techniques such as Roland DG’s scalable cell production utilizing proprietary technology
which we call ‘Digital Yatai.’ Yatai is just one result of Roland’s Digital Value Engineering (DVE) which
combines development, production and marketing into a single integrated process for faster concept-to-market
time.”
Award-Winning Product Line
Ranging in size from 30” to 104” in width, Roland’s flagship inkjet line includes the SOLJET™ and
VersaCAMM® printers and printer/cutters. Equipped with new, tougher ECO-SOL™ MAX ink, their quality and
precision have been recognized worldwide. Roland inkjets have won numerous industry awards including
multiple Andre Schellenberg Awards, and repeated victories at the DIMA Digital Printer Shootout and DPI
Product of the Year competitions. Other honors include the Seybold Hot Pick award, PEI Cool2 Award, 3D
Design Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Award, Digital Output Readers' Choice Awards, and Graphic Design’s
“Fall Forty.”
In addition, Roland offers high-performance aqueous inkjet printers, precision vinyl cutters, engravers, a photo
impact printer, and a line of 3D scanners and milling machines for applications ranging from jewelry design to
rapid prototyping.
Roland DGA Corporation
Roland DGA Corporation and affiliated companies are pioneers in the development of innovative digital
technology for creative professionals. From its inception as part of world-renowned Roland Music, Roland
DGA Corp. has introduced an award-winning product line that continues to set new standards for precision,
reliability and performance. Professionals worldwide rely on Roland equipment and personnel everyday in the
sign, graphic arts, fine art, photography, engraving and 3D modeling industries.
Headquartered in Irvine, California, Roland DGA Corp. serves as the U.S.-based marketing, distribution and
sales arm of Roland DG Corporation of Hamamatsu, Japan. Affiliated companies include Roland US and
Roland Audio in Los Angeles, CA; Rodgers Instrument Corporation of Hillsboro, OR; and Edirol Corporation
of Seattle, WA. Roland DG Corporation is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Roland DGA is ISO 9001:2000 certified, and Roland DG is ISO 9001:2000 and 14001 certified. Roland’s
Color Products strategic business units market and support the company’s advanced inkjet technologies in
North and South America (except Brazil) through its Authorized Resellers.
For more information on Roland Color Products, please call (800) 542-2307 or visit the Web site at
www.rolanddga.com. For more information on Roland’s Advanced Solutions Division, please call
(888) 273-8895 or visit the Web site at www.rolandasd.com.
ORLANDO, FL, March 2, 2006 - Roland DGA Corporation won the DIMA 2006 Digital Printer Shoot-Out in the
inkjet, 50-inches-and-wider category this week at the Photo Marketing Association (PMA) 2006 International
Convention and Trade Show. The victory extends Roland’s long tradition of excellence in inkjet printing that
includes three previous DIMA Shoot-Out awards and multiple Andre Schellenberg awards.
"Winning the DIMA Shoot-Out is a major testament to Roland’s advanced inkjet technologies," said Brian
McLeod, Roland Color Products Division managing director. "The Hi-Fi JET Pro II has become the standard
for producing brilliant output. It’s ideal for everything from signage and photography to fine art and color proofs."
The Hi-Fi JET Pro II 54-inch inkjet printer uses dual sets of Roland’s CMYK+LcLm or OG pigment ink. Its
advanced Piezo print heads produce micro-precise ink droplets of three different sizes to achieve smooth,
dot-free tones and true 1440x1440 dpi resolution. The one-inch-wide heads have all 360 nozzles of each
color precisely aligned in a single array to offer superior dot control and fast production times. Digital servo
motors and media clamps dramatically improve media movement and print quality.
The ErgoSoft StudioPrint RIP and the FJ-540 together make up the award-winning d'Vinci Fine Art Printing
System. d'Vinci combines the precision of Roland’s Hi-Fi JET Pro II with the power of ErgoSoft RIP software
and a uniquely formulated 12-color ink set featuring CMYKOGLcLm and four additional dilutions of black.
These elements work in concert to deliver stunning photorealistic prints with an exceptionally wide color
gamut, unmatched levels of detail, and greatly expanded grayscale capabilities and tonal gradations.
For more information on the Hi-Fi JET Pro II FJ-540 and other Roland inkjet printers, contact Roland at
(800) 542-2307 or visit the company’s Web site at www.rolanddga.com. For more information on ErgoSoft,
visit www.ergosoftus.com.
DIMA Shoot-Out
The DIMA 2006 Digital Printer Shoot-Out included 95 entries from 30 different companies. Participants entered
the contest by producing a target print from a file created by GretagMacbeth Global Services. In a 5,000k
lighting environment, a panel of expert judges selected the winning entries based on the overall quality of the
digital print and the accuracy of color as compared to the target print. They carefully examined neutral gray
balance reproduction, saturation, shadow depth and quality, overall tonality, highlights, flesh tones, hue shift
and text.
Photo Marketing Association
For 81 years, PMA® has served as an international trade association for the changing needs of the
expanding photo imaging industry with more than 20,000 members in 100-plus countries, headquartered in
Jackson, Mich. In addition to the United States, there are membership offices in the United Kingdom, Germany,
Canada, Australia, Brazil, Mexico, New Zealand, Italy, France, Czech Republic and Russia.
PMA membership is open to any firm doing a substantial portion of its business in photo imaging retailing,
scrapbook and custom framing retailing, processing (digital and silver halide) or service work. Cooperating
memberships are held by firms that manufacture or distribute products or services for the imaging industry. PMA
provides more than 100 services to its members, and holds the world's largest annual photo imaging trade show,
typically drawing well over 700 exhibitors and 20,000-plus attendees.
Roland Expands Its East Coast Operations with New Facilities for
Training and Distribution
IRVINE, CA, January 20, 2006 - In response to record sales growth for its line of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated printer/cutters, Roland DGA Corp. has strengthened its East Coast operations with a new product
demonstration and training facility located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, and a new supplies and accessories
distribution center located near the Federal Express headquarters in Memphis, Tennessee.
"We are very pleased to offer our customers the benefits of an expanded East Coast presence, which will
provide this important region with added sales, training and distribution support," said Dave Goward, senior
vice president and general manager for Roland DGA Corp. "This expansion of our operations reflects our
commitment to providing Roland resellers and customers nationwide with better access to our acclaimed sales
support and product training programs. It will also enable us to more efficiently deliver our award-winning media
line and other supplies to our East Coast customers."
New Demonstration and Training Facility
The 2,600-square-foot Rhode Island facility features a state-of-the-art product demonstration and training center
modeled after the company’s Roland University training academy located in Irvine, CA. Since its inception in
1999, Roland University has provided product training to hundreds of professionals nationwide with classes for
both customers and resellers. The new training center will initially offer classes to Roland authorized resellers
focused on the company’s popular VersaCAMM® and SOLJETinkjets. In the future, the center will expand its
course offering to include end-user workshops as well. For the latest information on Roland University
workshops nationwide, visit www.rolanddga.com/training.
New Distribution Center
Through an agreement with Federal Express Logistics Services, Roland has established a new Memphis,
Tennessee distribution center for its line of inkjet media, inks and supplies. Scheduled to become operational
February 13th, this new distribution center will dramatically improve product delivery times and reduce costs to
Roland customers across the eastern United States.
The Roland supplies and accessories line includes more than 50 media products that have been strategically
selected, profiled and certified for performance with the company’s inkjet line. Widely recognized for their
performance and durability, Roland inks include the company’s new ECO-SOL MAX ink featured in all
VersaCAMM and SOLJET inkjets.
Chicago, Illinois, September 9, 2005 Combining technologies from across the company’s Color Products and
Advanced Solutions Divisions, Roland DGA Corp. has introduced the Packaging Prototyping System, an
efficient in-house solution for producing professional packaging prototypes in less than one day.
On display at this week’s Print ’05 Conference (Roland exhibit, Booth #7943), the Packaging Prototyping
System incorporates Roland’s advanced print/cut and 3D scanning and milling technologies into a complete
solution for creating precision, custom packaging prototypes. The Packaging Prototyping System is targeted
for printers, product designers, graphic designers and other professionals involved in the creation of custom
product packaging.
"The Packaging Prototyping System sets a new standard for efficiency and cost effectiveness for the product
packaging industry," said Barry Johnston, color products division manager, Roland DGA Corp. "As an in-house
solution, the Packaging Prototyping System allows professionals to generate precision packaging prototypes
quickly, and to review and refine their designs easily without the expense and added time involved in outsourcing."
The Packaging Prototyping System features the following equipment:
Roland LPX-1200 3D laser scanner
> 0.0039" scanning resolution
> Scans objects up to 5" in diameter and 8" high
> Includes powerful reverse engineering software
> Compatible with all 3D CAD software
Roland MDX-40 3D milling machine
> Subtractive rapid prototyping technology
> Mills 12" x 12" x 4.12" work volume
> Fourth rotary axis for unattended two- and four-sided milling
> Bundled 4-axis CAM software
> High-speed 15,000 rpm spindle
> Roland SOLJET PRO II V SC-545EX 54"-wide integrated printer/cutter
> Featuring new ECO-SOL MAX ink
> Precision printing and contour cutting
> Maximum print speed of 315 sqft./hr. at 450 x 360 dpi
> Up to 1440 x 1440 dpi resolution
> Prints on uncoated and coated media
> Variable droplet technology
> No special ventilation or environmental equipment
> Includes VersaWorks RIP software
Standard vacuum forming equipment
The production process is as follows:
Produce Blister Packaging
Using the LPX-1200 laser scanner with included software, capture the 3D surfaces of the product. Mill the
vacuum forming mold using the MDX-40 3D Milling Machine and included easy-to-use CAM software. Then
position the mold into the vacuum forming machine for quick production of the vacuum formed blister packaging.
Create Custom Graphics
Design the packaging graphics using standard graphic design software, adding a vector cut line for each contour
cut required. Import the file into VersaWorks. Using VersaWorks, send the file to the SOLJET PRO II V
SC-545EX integrated printer/cutter. The SC-545EX quickly and automatically completes both the printing and
contour cutting processes required for a custom packaging prototype.
Assemble Packaging Prototype
Manually assemble the product into the packaging materials for a finished, professional packaging prototype.
All Roland Packaging Prototyping System components are available through the company’s authorized reseller
channel. Standard vacuum forming equipment can be purchased separately.
Roland Introduces ECO-SOL MAX Next Generation Eco-Solvent Ink
IRVINE, CA, August 25, 2005 Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and
integrated printer/cutters for the sign making, POP, exhibit, labels and vehicle graphics markets, today announced
new and improved ECO-SOL MAX ink. ECO-SOL MAX achieves new levels of performance and represents
a major step forward for ink technology.
In addition to the company’s award-winning line of inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, Roland has
pioneered the development of advanced inks that meet the highest standards for performance, safety and
durability, including the first pigment ink for wide-format inkjets. In 2003, Roland broke new ground with the
introduction of Eco-SOL INK, the industry’s first eco-solvent ink and a safe, cost-effective alternative to hard
solvent inks.
ECO-SOL MAX builds on this advanced ink technology with several enhancements including faster drying time,
higher density, wider color gamut, improved scratch resistance, and expanded uncoated media support. In
addition, ECO-SOL MAX is virtually odorless, contains no harmful VOCs, and requires no special ventilation or
nvironmental equipment. Best of all, the list price for MAX is 20% less than Eco-SOL INK, which it replaces.
"New ECO-SOL MAX ink is an exciting innovation for the wide-format printing industry and a significant upgrade
to Roland’s inkjet line," said Barry Johnston, color products division manager, Roland DGA. "ECO-SOL MAX
has been refined to deliver unparalleled performance on a broad range of media options. In addition to
reducing production costs, these enhancements expand the range of applications available to Roland inkjet
customers."
Faster Drying Time
Featuring an improved drying time, ECO-SOL MAX produces graphics that are dry to the touch after printing.
This advantage increases productivity and allows ECO-SOL MAX ink to perform with take-up roller systems for
long, unattended production runs, even in high-speed mode.
Ideal for Outdoor Banner Production and Other Complex Applications
For even greater durability, ECO-SOL MAX features improved scratch resistance, critical to the production of
outdoor banners and other graphics that involve complex finishing techniques. For outdoor banners, ECO-SOL
MAX maintains image quality throughout the printing and finishing processes including welding, sewing, and
the attachment of grommets. With higher ink density and wider color gamut, ECO-SOL MAX graphics reflect
superb color when viewed at a distance or close up.
ECO-SOL MAX Features
- Quick drying time: For improved production speed
- Improved scratch resistance: Adheres aggressively to a broad range of coated and uncoated media for
increased durability and easy handling
- Wider color gamut: Delivers vivid, precision printing across the color spectrum with expanded color gamut for
reds, blues and greens
- Virtually odorless: Ensures a highly comfortable working environment
- Lower production cost: Cartridges cost 20% less than Eco-SOL INK.
- Comprehensive media support - ICC profiles are available for Roland’s full line of value-priced media including
uncoated options
- High-density color: Produces glossy finish and vivid solid colors
- Durability: Graphics last up to three years outdoors without lamination
- Eco-friendly: Gentle for users, equipment and the environment
- Versatility: Ideally suited for both indoor and outdoor applications
- Supports Lamination: Great for indoor poster graphics and other applications
ECO-SOL MAX is available immediately from Roland and is compatible with all PRO II V SOLJET and
VersaCAMM® printers and integrated printer/cutters. Suggested list price is $59.95 per 220 ml cartridge.
IRVINE, CA April 4, 2005 Roland DGA Corporation today announced that it has added a new line of 3M
premium inkjet media to its media offering. As the result of a strategic alliance signed recently, Roland has
been named an OEM reseller for 3M large-format graphic solutions, and will carry several of 3M’s best-selling
products through its reseller channel nationwide.
"These new products represent a significant addition to our current media offering," said Laura Wilson,
product manager for Roland DGA Corp. "Roland is committed to providing a complete solution that
encompasses the printer, RIP, ink and media including printing profiles. With the addition of new 3M premium
inkjet media, Roland customers can now combine the company’s award-winning inkjet technologies with the
exceptional durability, ease of use, and imaging capabilities of 3M media."
Roland Premium 3M Inkjet Media
Roland’s offering of 3M inkjet media is designed for high-end applications with a range of performance features
that allow the products to image well, adhere to complex surfaces and maintain their adhesion and image
quality even in the harshest outdoor environments. Select 3M media products feature the company’s patented
Controltac(TM) Plus, and Controltac(TM) Plus with Comply(TM) Performance technologies that make them
uniquely easy to apply and adjust during the application process. The product line also offers products for
short and long term applications.
Roland is offering the following new 3M inkjet media products:
-ESM-PGCT Premium Glossy Cast Vinyl with 3M Controltac Adhesive and Comply Performance a premium-quality
2 mil glossy cast vinyl for mild solvent printing featuring an advanced permanent adhesive.
-ESM-LCT Premium Calendered Vinyl with 3M Controltac Adhesive and Comply Performance; a premium-quality
4 mil luster calendered vinyl for mild solvent printing featuring an advanced permanent adhesive.
-ESM-TVP Translucent Cast Vinyl, Permanent Adhesive; a high-quality 2 mil translucent adhesive-back vinyl
featuring a high-quality permanent adhesive.
-ESM-CRVR Premium Reflective Vinyl with 3M Comply Performance; a premium-quality 7 mil reflective vinyl
with an advanced removable adhesive.
-PGM-OLPL Premium Cast Luster Overlaminate Film; a high-gloss, flexible, 2 mil vinyl overlaminate film ideal for
all types of indoor and outdoor applications.
Roland Announces Industry’s First White Eco-SOL INK
Las Vegas, Nevada, March 31, 2005 Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers
and integrated print/cutters, today announced White Eco-SOL INK, the industry’s first eco-solvent white ink.
On display at this week’s ISA International Sign Expo (Roland exhibit, Booth #3818), White Eco-SOL INK is
available as an option for the company’s 54-wide SOLJET SC-545EX integrated printer/cutter. White Eco-SOL
INK expands the range of applications for this powerful inkjet by allowing it to print white graphics onto a
broad range of transparent media substrates. In addition, White Eco-SOL INK can be printed as an undercoat
on transparent substrates to increase the opacity and brightness of four-color printing.
"We are very enthusiastic about the introduction of White Eco-SOL INK, which is both an industry first and a
significant addition to our SOLJET SC-545EX integrated printer/cutter," said Barry Johnston, color products
division manager. "White Eco-SOL INK allows professionals, for the first time, to expand into new markets with
a range of applications involving transparent media. It is now easier than ever to create white graphics for
window signs, package comps, labels and decals all with the convenience, safety and durability of Roland
eco-solvent inks."
Building on Roland’s award-winning line of Eco-SOL INK, the new White Ink has been tested, certified and
profiled for performance with Roland’s SC-545EX. It performs with both coated and uncoated transparent
media substrates including Roland’s SOLJET Certified Media Clear Adhesive Vinyl (Part #SCM-SPVCT) and
Eco-SOL Media Clear Calendered Vinyl with Permanent Adhesive (Part # ESM-CCVP). Like other Eco-SOL INKs,
the new White Ink is safe to use, is virtually odor-free, and requires no additional ventilation or environment
equipment.
White Eco-SOL Ink Features:
-Industry’s First White Eco-Solvent Ink
-Prints Crisp, White Graphics Onto Transparent Substrates
-Safe to Use and Virtually Odor Free
-Requires no Special Environmental or Ventilation Equipment
-Available as an option for SC-545EX Printer/Cutter
-Comes in convenient, no-mess 220 ml cartridges
Roland VersaWorks Software RIP
The White Ink Option Kit and the SC-545EX were developed in tandem with VersaWorks. This all-new RIP
was developed by Roland engineers to ensure exceptional production output with unmatched ease of use.
VersaWorks is built upon the genuine Adobe® PostScript® CPSI 3016 engine. It supports true Adobe®
PostScript® 3 and can be used on Windows XP and 2000 operating systems.
VersaWorks recognizes the unique properties of files created for white ink and optimizes those files for output
to the SC-545EX. In addition, VersaWorks advanced profiles help ensure quality output when using the high
density required for white ink applications.
SC-545EX Delivers Print/Cut Advantage
The SC-545EX features Roland’s integrated print/cut technology, which delivers a one-step operation for the
production of complex sign graphics printing and then automatically contour cutting on one device without any
steps in between. As a result, the SC-545EX can be operated unattended and boasts an expanded range of
applications including signs, banners, POP displays, labels, fleet and vehicle graphics, decals, and heat
transfers for apparel, among others. To further streamline the production process, the SC-545EX includes
Quadralign®, Roland's unique four-point optical registration system, which allows users to remove prints,
laminate, and simply reload them for precision cutting. Quadralign automatically realigns the cutting path and
compensates for skew and distortion.
White Eco-SOL INK will be offered as an option for the PRO II V SOLJET SC-545EX and is scheduled for
availability in June 2005.
Roland Bundles CADLink EngraveLab Software with High-Speed
Engravers
LAKE FOREST, CA March 1, 2005 Roland Advanced Solutions Division (ASD) today announced that it has
teamed up with CADLink Technology Corporation to include EngraveLab Expert with Braille software free of
charge with its EGX PRO Series of high-speed engravers. This software bundle has a retail value over $1,500
and is available for a limited time.
"Bundling EngraveLab with our EGX PRO Series of high-speed engravers gives our customers a tremendous
value," said Gerald Hiller, Roland ASD general manager. "Our PRO Series engravers have always been fast
but with EngraveLab’s efficient and precise tool paths, our engravers run even better!"
"We are delighted that Roland selected EngraveLab Expert as a bundled solution," said Jim Ramsden,
CADLink president and CEO. "EngraveLab is the number one software package in the industry, and it’s a
perfect companion for Roland’s advanced high-speed engraving technology."
Developed for professional engravers, EngraveLab Expert is a comprehensive design and production software
package for engraving trophies, awards and signs. It comes with 65 import filters, 1100 fonts with WYSIWIG
text composition, a 5000-piece clipart library, and a variety of automatic fill routines. It also includes a Braille
tool that allows users to convert text into Grade 2 Braille with a single mouse click.
The Roland EGX PRO Series possesses the industry’s most advanced high-speed engraving technologies.
The EGX-400 and EGX-600 both use Feed Forward Processing (FFP) and digital AC Servo (DAC) brushless
motors for maximum precision, speed, reliability and energy efficiency. They have a maximum engraving
speed of 100 mm/second and a maximum spindle speed of 30,000 RPM.
This technology lets EGX PRO engravers perform the work of two and sometimes three standard engravers.
They can engrave a wide variety of materials, including wood, urethane foam, plastic, acrylic, and light metals
such as brass and aluminum. Maximum work area for the EGX-600 is 24" x 16" and 16"x 12" for the EGX-400.
Both have a Z axis height of 1.57". Applications include nametags, awards and trophies, luggage tags,
medallions, 3D lettering, ADA signage, control panels and serial number plates.
Roland Announces Faster, Easier-To-Use Version of its Best-Selling
30-Inch VersaCAMM
IRVINE, CA February 16, 2005 Roland DGA Corporation, the industry leader in integrated print/cut technology,
today introduced the VersaCAMM SP-300V, a faster, easier-to-use version of the company’s best selling
30-inch VersaCAMM 4-color Eco-SOL INK printer/cutter.
Engineered for versatility, reliability and ease of use, the VersaCAMM is ideally suited for both novice and
experienced graphics professionals. The SP-300V builds on VersaCAMM technology with new software and
hardware upgrades that enhance its operation, making it faster and easier to produce a wide range of
professional graphics including signs, banners, billboards, POP displays, labels, decals, vehicle and floor
graphics, heat transfers for apparel, and more.
New SP-300V features include VersaWorks, Roland’s new powerful RIP software. In addition to being
extremely easy to use, VersaWorks significantly increases the SP-300V print speeds in high quality modes.
The SP-300V is also upgraded with a new media counter that allows users to accurately track their media usage.
"The VersaCAMM is widely recognized for its ease of use and incredible versatility, and the introduction of the
SP-300V has brought this technology to a new level of performance," said Barry Johnston, color products
division manager, Roland DGA. "The foundation for these enhancements is Roland’s VersaWorks, a powerful
new RIP software developed by Roland to optimize the company’s latest inkjet technology. With VersaWorks,
users can simply drag and drop files and click on intuitive icons to take full advantage of a wide variety of layout,
edit and print functions."
VersaWorks
Built upon the genuine Adobe® PostScript® CPSI RIP engine, VersaWorks features an efficient graphic user
interface that allows users to maximize the SP-300V’s features without a lengthy learning curve. In addition to
advanced color management tools, VersaWorks includes a wide variety of convenient layout, edit and print
functions such as nesting, tiling and auto/manual-layout, among others. In addition, VersaWorks offers the
ability to preview jobs on screen, reducing ink and media consumption due to mistakes. Users can use two
job queues for handling different print conditions and can automatically update VersaWorks through the Internet,
ensuring that they always have the latest software version and Roland DGA ICC profiles available. VersaWorks
is compatible with Windows 2000/XP operating systems.
The Roland Print/Cut Advantage
Based on Roland’s integrated print/cut technology, the SP-300V delivers a one-step operation for the
production of complex sign graphics – printing and then automatically contour cutting on one device without
any steps in between. As a result, the SP-300V can be operated unattended. Additionally, it performs as a
stand-alone vinyl cutter for added versatility. To further streamline the production process, the SP-300V includes
Quadralign®, Roland's unique four-point optical registration system, which allows users to remove prints,
laminate, and simply reload them for precision cutting. Quadralign automatically realigns the cutting path
and compensates for skew and distortion.
SP-300V Features
* Roland VersaWorks: a powerful, user-friendly RIP software designed exclusively for Roland inkjet devices
* Prints on uncoated PVC media as well as a full range of coated substrates, from paper and canvas to backlit
film
* Eco-SOL INK: formulated to be gentle for both users and the environment, requiring no expensive ventilation
equipment
* Produces graphics that are UV, scratch, and water resistant up to 3 years outdoors 1)
* Performs as a printer, printer/cutter, or standalone vinyl cutter
*bMedia counter: for tracking of media usage
* Removable media guides: for correct media feed and enhanced image quality
* Quadralign, Roland's unique optical registration system for precision contour cutting of laminated graphics, with
adjustments for skew and distortion
* Average ink running costs as low as 21¢ per sq. ft.
* Meets ENERGY STAR® guidelines 2)
The SP-300V is part of a complete line of Roland wide-format printer/cutters. Other print/cut solutions include
the 54-inch VersaCAMM SP-540V and the high-end 54-inch SOLJET PRO II V SC-545EX. VersaCAMM
integrated printer/cutters are also available in sublimation models complete with sublimation inks, VersaWorks
software with sublimation profiles, and transfer paper.
The SP-300V is priced at $14,995. Leasing options are available on all Roland products.
LAKE FOREST, CA February 2, 2005 Roland ASD today announced that it has lowered the price of its
CX-24 desktop vinyl cutter by $400. Renowned for its reliability and precision, the CX-24 now has a list price
of $1,895.
"Roland vinyl cutters are the work horses of the sign making industry, and with this new price on the CX-24,
we made it possible for more sign makers to buy one," said Gerald Hiller, Roland ASD general manager. "You
can count on these machines to keep your business up and running year after year."
In the past 15 years, Roland has sold more than 60,000 vinyl cutters worldwide. Most of them are still in
production today. Modern Image of Huntington Beach, CA still uses a Roland vinyl cutter that it purchased
more than a decade ago. "It runs all day, everyday and has never needed a single repair," said Robert Wilson,
Modern Image president. "Today, we have seven Roland’s lined up and cranking out awesome vehicle graphics."
The Roland CX-24 offers high-speed, accurate vinyl cutting. Its advanced curve-smoothing technology allows
precise cutting at speeds up to 15.75 inches per second. The CX-24 will cut a wide variety of industry-standard
materials up to 24 inches wide, including vinyl, paint mask, reflective vinyls and sandblast.
Roland vinyl cutters also include the CX PRO Series. Powered by a digitally controlled servomotor, these wide
format cutters produce exceptional graphics with speed and precision. They are available in three models the
30-inch CX-300, the 40-inch CX-400, the 50-inch CX-500. Roland STIKA Series vinyl cutters offer an affordable,
out-of-the-box solution for producing vinyl graphics. They come in 8-, 12- and 15-inch models.
Irvine, CA. November 19, 2003 Roland DGA Corporation today announced the availability of Eco SOL
Media - a new lineup of cost-effective, uncoated media. Roland specially developed Eco-SOL Media to yield
excellent print results with VersaCAMM and SOLJET EX Series inkjets.
"Eco-SOL Media ensures that our customers get quality print results on uncoated media," said Laura Wilson,
Roland product manager. "We specially selected each substrate to yield the best possible results with Roland
Eco-SOL INK. Nobody wants to waste time and money on bad prints."
Eco-SOL Media includes a wide selection of competitively priced, uncoated adhesive backed vinyls along with
other popular substrates. The lineup currently consists of glossy calendared vinyl with permanent adhesive,
matte calendared vinyl with permanent adhesive, premium cast vinyl with permanent adhesive, premium
reflective vinyl with permanent adhesive, clear calendared vinyl with permanent adhesive, view-through vinyl
with removable adhesive, calendared wrap vinyl with removable adhesive, translucent calendared vinyl with
removable adhesive, flame retardant scrim banner, and blockout scrim banner.
These media are competitively priced. The clear calendered vinyl with permanent adhesive, for example, has
a list price of $105.95 for a 54" x75' roll. It costs 31 cents per square foot. In the near future, Roland will
expand the Eco-SOL Media lineup with more low-cost products, such as paper and film. These products will
continue to optimize performance of Eco-SOL INK and Roland inkjet printers.
VersaCAMM
The VersaCAMM is ideal for producing signs, banners and posters. The 30-inch inkjet printer/cutter uses an
integrated media heating system and advanced Eco-SOL INK to print a wide range of durable, full-color graphics
without any need for ventilation. Eco-Sol INK is both safe to use and virtually odor free.
The VersaCAMM can automatically contour cut printed graphics without reloading or repositioning them and
also functions as a stand-alone vinyl cutter. This combination of printing and cutting in a single device significantly
improves production speed and ease of use.
EX Series
EX Series inkjets can print up to 1440 x 1440 dpi with huge color gamut for fine art reproduction and
photography. The wide format inkjets can also print up to 300 sqft/hr at 450 dpi to produce POP displays,
signs, banners, and exhibits. Roland achieves this remarkable combination of speed and resolution with multiple
high-speed CPUs, a built-in multitasking operating system and bundled state-of-the-art RIP software.
SOLJET EX printers and printer/cutters use Eco-SOL ink to print water-, scratch-, and UV-resistant outdoor
graphics. Print/cut models can automatically contour cut printed graphics without reloading or repositioning
them and also function as a stand-alone vinyl cutter.
Irvine, CA. November 7, 2003 Roland DGA Corporation today introduced Roland COLORIP 2.0 - the latest
and most powerful version of its RIP software bundled with VersaCAMM, EX and Pro II Series inkjets.
"Roland COLORIP 2.0 will boost inkjet productivity for both expert printmakers and beginners," said Patrick
Chen, Roland product manager. "Right out of the box, it makes printing fast and easy with enhanced production
features and color controls."
In a single dialog box, Roland COLORIP 2.0 now integrates complex output settings such as device selection,
ink type, connection, media and print mode. A Master Queue window displays RIP and Print jobs for all four print
configurations, making it easier to track the status of multiple jobs.
For Roland customers who demand complete color control, Roland COLORIP 2.0 features a Color Transforms
window that integrates all color controls. The new graphical feature makes it easy to edit all pertinent ICC Profiles,
linearizations and ink limits. Roland COLORIP 2.0 also offers RIP & Print capability, enhanced color management,
contour cutting and several unique layout options. In addition to Postscript jobs, the RIP lets graphics professionals
print directly from TIFF, JPEG, EPS, PS, PDF 1.4 and DCS 2.0 files.
COLORIP 2.0 Features
· Easy-to-use interface
· Print directly from TIFF, JPEG, EPS, PS, PDF 1.4 and DCS 2.0 files.
· ICC profiles for Roland coated and uncoated medias
· Full Adobe® Postscript® 3(tm) compatibility
· CMYK plus LcLm and OrGr printing support
· Simultaneous RIP-and-Print capability
· Supports precision contour cutting
· Automatic or manual cropping, nesting and tiling
· Robust color management features
· Spot color replacement to fine tune custom colors
· Unlimited color databases to organize custom colors
· Built-in out-of-gamut alert
COLORIP 2.0 Availability
COLORIP 2.0 is currently shipping will all VersaCAMM, EX and Pro II Series inkjets. Beginning in December,
current owners will be able to upgrade to the new bundled software free of charge.
VersaCAMM
The VersaCAMM is ideal for producing signs, banners and posters. The 30-inch inkjet printer/cutter uses an
integrated media heating system and advanced Eco-SOL INK to print a wide range of outdoor durable, full-color
graphics without any need for ventilation. Eco-Sol INK is both safe to use and virtually odor free.
The VersaCAMM can automatically contour cut printed graphics without reloading or repositioning them and
also functions as a stand-alone vinyl cutter. This combination of printing and cutting in a single device significantly
improves production speed and ease of use.
EX and Pro II Series
EX and Pro II Series inkjets can print up to 1440 x 1440 dpi with huge color gamut for fine art reproduction and
photography. The wide format inkjets can also print up to 300 sqft/hr at 450 dpi to produce POP displays, signs,
banners, and exhibits. Roland achieves this remarkable combination of speed and resolution with multiple high-
speed CPUs, a built-in multitasking operating system and bundled state-of-the-art RIP software.
SOLJET EX printers and printer/cutters use Eco-SOL ink to print water-, scratch-, and UV-resistant outdoor
graphics. Like the VersaCAMM, print/cut models automatically contour cut printed graphics without reloading
or repositioning them and also function as a stand-alone vinyl cutter. The lineup also includes Hi-Fi JET Pro II
printers, which use pigment or dye inks to produce everything from signs and banners to fine art giclées.
