Case Study
The 27-year journey of a Mimaki CG-61 vinyl cutter
Over quarter of a century after it was first sold, Hybrid Services had a special reunion with an original Mimaki CG-61 vinyl cutter when its tech support team received a call from traditional signwriter, Richard Cole.
The CG60-AR at a glance
The CG-AR Series is an entry-model of cutting plotter with improved cutting performance, compatibility with a wide range of cutting materials, and enhanced usability, all at an affordable price.
• Realising a cut pressure of 550g, which is the highest in the entry class, expanding the range of cuttable materials.
• The maximum cutting speed is 105% of the previous model for greater productivity.
• New lineup options for cardboard full cutting.
• Easy to cut output from Windows plotter driver.
Richard Cole pictured with his 27-year-old Mimaki CG-61 vinyl cutter R
eaching out to Hybrid with an inquiry about his cutter, Richard mentioned that one of the motors had finally given out, with it being the first problem he had experienced in 27 years. Before becoming a full-time sign maker, Richard took a bold leap, investing his hard-earned savings from his factory job into one of the first Mimaki vinyl plotters sold in the UK and Ireland. By adding cut vinyl to his product offering, Richard recalls the cutter paying for itself within the first week of ownership.
A trusted companion
Since then, the CG-61 has been his trusted companion, playing a key role in the growth of his business and helping him create stunning artwork for clients across the UK.
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While Richard specialises in traditional signwriting, his skills and product range extend to murals, upcycling, general signage and much more.
Even though his trusty Mimaki cutter wasn’t as efficient as it used to be with one motor down, Richard was still able to put it to good use. However, to ensure his business continued to run smoothly and thrive, Richard decided that it was time to move on with a brand-new Mimaki CG60-AR.
Hybrid took the opportunity to celebrate this occasion and delivered his new cutter personally. The CG60-AR offers a significant upgrade from the CG-61, boasting a faster maximum cutting speed and a 550g cutting pressure that’s the highest in its class – expanding the range of materials it can handle.
• Equipped with an ID cut function, realising efficient print & cut in seamless coordination with Mimaki’s printers.
• Mimaki Remote Access (MRA) enables to check the machine operation status and operate the panel from a distance.
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