choosing an inkjet press, Sarah Fenna, sales director at Soyang Hardware, says: “Inkjet printers should be versatile and deliver high-quality output time and time again. The latest and most reliable inkjet machines on the market will be able to produce vibrant colours, sharp details, and durable prints across a wide range of applications such as fashion and sportswear, home interiors, and soft signage. Soyang recently added the Mimaki TS330-3200DS to its portfolio of offerings. Speaking of the machine’s ability to print direct-to-textile and sublimation, Fenna comments: “This high level of flexibility, coupled with exceptional productivity and stunning image quality, opens up its use to producing applications such as soft signage and home textiles.” Among the other Mimaki products offered by Soyang is the TS100-1600, designed for businesses entering the dye sublimation market for the first time. Fenna details its core selling points, saying: “Stand-out features include the ability to produce print at a resolution of up to 900dpi and a top print speed of 70sqm/hr, with the machine ideal for creating applications such as soft signage, fashion, and promotional items.” The TS100-1600 also features new ‘weaving drop’ technology designed to minimise the impact on printing caused by the individual difference of the head and the potential for misalignment. The technology optimises the firing order of the heads, with the aim of creating more accurate ink landing. Another Mimaki offering that Soyang supplies is the TS330-1600, which has been engineered with a focus on productivity and image quality. It can achieve a maximum print speed of 135sqm/hr in draft mode on materials as wide as 1,610mm. Mimaki has reportedly chosen inkjet as a go-to printing method not simply because of its digital integration capabilities, but also for what it describes as its “eco-friendly print-on-demand strategies.” As the company says on its website: “Inkjet printing eliminates the need for printing plates and the associated chemistry, water, and energy consumption required for conventional printing processes. In addition, since ink is applied only to image areas, inkjet printing uses less ink than conventional printing processes and does not require cleaning of ink wells and associated disposal of ink waste. “Mimaki is proud to have led the way in making UV inkjet printing more environmentally sustainable.” Asked to provide general advice to ▲ The TS1001600 features new ‘weaving drop’ technology designed to minimise misalignments those adopting inkjet, Fenna stresses: “It is important to work with manufacturers and suppliers that are not only known for their quality of equipment but also support across the entire investment process, including after the installation has been completed.” This mirrors statements from both Carter and Vandergriff, stressing the importance of this factor. In the case of Soyang Hardware, this support consists of a team of experts offering personalised advice, in-house sampling, and testing with the aim of ensuring seamless integration of machinery into various operations. As the insight from these manufacturers shows, it is clear that the right inkjet technology has the ability to boost output, personalisation, and growth. By keeping informed on the latest innovations and understanding the specific demands of your business, you can make confident investment decisions that will benefit your operations well into the future. The landscape of inkjet printing in 2025 offers exciting possibilities, making it all about selecting the right solution to stay ahead. Mimaki is proud to have led the way in making UV inkjet printing more environmentally sustainable INKJET PRINTERS 58 email: editor@printmonthly.co.uk May / June 2025 - Issue 354
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