40 email: editor@signlink.co.uk Issue 262 - December 2025 | January 2026 Explaining some of the other features of the FS70, Colin Easton, UK and Ireland large-format print channel manager at HP, says: “The printer is also modular and can be upgraded over time, giving print providers flexibility as their needs grow. In addition, it works seamlessly with workflow technology including the HP PrintOS Production Hub, which simplifies order intake and enables remote monitoring and workflow automation.” The Latex FS70 W was publicly launched at this year's PRINTING United Expo in Orlando, Florida. At the show, SignLink editor, David Osgar, got the chance to interview Daniel Martinez, global head and general manager of HP Large Format, immediately following the official unveiling of the machine. In the video interview, which was released on sister magazine Print Monthly’s YouTube channel, Martinez hinted at further Latex innovations to come, saying: “The FS70 isn’t by any means the last mile – we still have plenty more innovation coming into this platform, and the intent is that anybody who gets on board now will also be able to benefit with all that innovation later next year as well.” Easton explains the recent changes in the Latex line in more detail, saying: “In the past year, HP has expanded its Latex line to serve print providers of every size. The HP Latex 730 and 830 are ideal for small to medium-sized print shops, while the R530 offers exceptional quality and flexibility for businesses producing both rigid and flexible applications. The FS platform, by comparison, serves larger industrial users that need high-volume productivity and scalability.” There has been a big response to this revamp of the Latex line, especially in the UK. In July of 2025, Ultima Displays invested in a range of new Latex equipment at three locations across the UK and Europe, Digital Creative Services became the first UK company to invest in a HP Latex R530 press, the first HP Latex 830W was installed in Ireland at NTI Diatec’s showroom, and Imageco installed a new Latex 800W at its print facility in Leeds. Easton says: “The UK market has responded extremely well to HP’s latest wide-format advancements. Customers appreciate the boost in speed and efficiency from the FS platform, especially those upgrading existing FS50 and FS60 models with the new Productivity Kit. The addition of a white ink channel (hence the W in the name of the press) has also received a positive response, according to Easton. He comments: “The new white ink system has also been a hit, opening creative possibilities in décor and signage. Overall, PSPs are telling us HP’s combination of performance and sustainability gives them a real competitive edge.” In the past year HP has expanded its Latex line to serve print providers of every size ▼The HP Latex FS70W can operate at colour speeds of up to 117sq m/hr in outdoor quality The global wide-format printing market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 4.78% by 2030, according to Mordor Intelligence 4.78% WIDE-FORMAT PRINT KIT PART 2 | JONATHAN PERT
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