PRODUCT News Graphtec's enhanced
performance flatbed plotter/cutter
Graphtec GB's range of plotter/cutters has been expanded with the introduction of the FCX2000 series of flatbed machines. They offer enhanced plotting/cutting capabilities, and incorporate a number of new design features for a much wider range of materials used primarily in the sign and graphics, dig- ital printing and point-of-sale, says the com- pany.
The FCX2000 is available in three sizes to suit different applications (920 x 610, 920 x 1,200 and 920 x 1,800mm). And a choice of either a vacuum suction or electrostatic ma- terial hold-down facility. The former is more suited to the processing of heavier and thicker materials, and the latter to the han- dling of lighter-weight media. The plotter/cutters offer a maximum cutting force of 9.8N (1Kgf) and a maximum cutting speed of 400mm/sec.
Key design features of the FCX2000 include a specially configured cutting head that in- corporates two tool holders to provide a combined cutting, creasing or drafting function.
There is also a USB port to allow offline op- eration, and the storage of files that can be retrieved remotely. A barcode function en- ables a printed bar code and the relevant cutting data to be recalled from memory and cut.
The FCX2000 also incorporates Graph- tec’s latest proprietary ARMS 6 (Ad- vanced Registration Mark Sensing) system. This advanced media detection and cutting solution allows users to flip the sheet of the material being processed and cut from the reverse side, which is particularly beneficial to creasing functions. The machine is also supplied with Graphtec’s new Pro Stu- dio design and production software, plus a wide range of cutting tool options to accommodate different applications.
Described as the “ultimate solution” for processing a wide range of rigid, semi- rigid and flexible substrates, ranging from self-adhesive marking films used typically for window graphics applica-
Graphtec's new FCX2000 flatbed plotter/cutter.
tions; higher-density reflective films used in the manufacture of road and traffic signs; and heavier board materials used for point- of-sale display and packaging applications.
www.graphtecgb.co.uk
New wrap over laminates from 3M delivers greater creative possibilities for installers
3M has launched a new line of speciality over laminates, 3M Wrap Overlaminate Se- ries 8900, which enable graphic installers and manufacturers to “push the boundaries of innovative design and achieve greater levels of creativity and customisation than before”.
The new over laminates includes carbon fibre and brushed finishes, which offer unique textures and visual effects that can spark new life into projects and create dis- tinctive vehicle wraps and sign installations, says 3M.
The Overlaminate Series 8900 is the com- pany´s first high-performance speciality line, which adds to the extensive family of over laminates they already offer. These over laminates can add a carbon fibre finish to a vehicle wrap or a beautiful brush stroke ac- cent to any wall graphic. They can also fin- ish a printed graphic or coloured wrap film with different sparkle effects in silver, gold and red.
Wrap Overlaminate Series 8900 is compat- ible with their films such as 3M Wrap Film Series 1080; 3M Controltac Graphic Film with Comply v3 Adhesive IJ180Cv3; 3M Controltac Graphic Film Series 180; and performs as a durable protection to keep your graphics looking good.
Made in 1.52m wide rolls, Wrap Film Series 8900 is designed to better match your favourite base wrap film. They are backed by the 3M MCS Warranty, which provides you with the confidence that the films will perform to meet your customers´ expecta- tions, says the company.
The new wrap over laminates (pictured above and right) come in different finishes such as carbon fibre and brushed.
www.3M.co.uk/graphicsolutions
20 Sign Update ISSUE 170 APRIL 2017
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