Decorator Profile
Jeffrey Tansey using the Compress iUV 600s
out because it offered some very key features for us; it has a larger print space, a higher bed size and itʼs an enclosed machine so we donʼt have any issues with dust. It comes with not one but two pieces of pioneering UV printing technology. “UV Wave Dot Imaging is unique to Compress and the option of uni or bi-directional printing will drastically reduce banding while also vastly increasing print speed. It also has a WIMS White Ink Management System. White ink management traditionally requires a large amount of maintenance and upkeep due to the density and heavy consistency of the ink itself; traditionally the consistency of white ink may lead to the ink clogging up the equipment resulting in the machine breaking or performing at a low standard creating inconsistent designs and prints. WIMS prevents this happening.”
Ken continues: “Critically though, the Compress machine offered a much more cost effective bulk ink system in bottles rather than cartridges; estimated to be around 30% saving with absolutely no
The flatbed of the Compress iUV 600s
impact on quality with its 2880dpi. Digital is the future, itʼs as simple as that. “ITE installed the unit for us and after a satisfactory training programme Redfern were up and running and have already fulfilled many orders. Weʼre constantly amazed at how it can print such a range of images and items to such a high quality and so easily. This machine can print onto uneven surfaces that previously proved problematic. For example a new client presented us with touchpad lock covers to be branded. The print area was uneven and concave in places and the flatbed digital printer was the only equipment we had to handle this properly. The touchpad project has enhanced our capability. “We are learning all the time with regards to the Compress iUV. Every client introduces us to a new way of printing or a new product to print on. Itʼs a constantly evolving process.”
The future is bright
Ken is joined in running the business by his son Mike and Shaun Darby. “It is important for me that Mike and Shaun
are involved in all aspects of the business, from logistics to printing. We are a team and if one person is off sick it is important they can step into the shoes of someone else.”
Over the next few years, it is hoped that, given the recent burst of growth, that Redfern will have moved out of its current 4,000sq ft unit into one that is bigger and more fit for purpose. Ken explains: “We are one of a few independent trade-only promo printers still operating that has its own stockholding in a warehouse. This enables us to provide a quick turnaround for our customers when required. Now we have made the investment in new machinery and turned the business around, a move into a larger premises is definitely our number priority over the next few years.”
So there you have it, digital printing really is the way forward for any traditional promotional printer as evidenced by Redfern Marking Services. It adds another string to the bow, plus another revenue stream.
A selection of the items printed using the Compress iUV 600s
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