March 2021 Newsletter

What EPSON is saying . . .
Introducing the SureColor® R5070 — an all-new, high-performance signage printing solution, only from Epson®. Featuring breakthrough water-based resin signage inks, these innovative signage printers produce astounding quality prints at true production speeds while supporting a low total cost of ownership.

The first of its kind to feature multi-purpose resin ink, these 64" roll-to-roll signage printers consistently provide professional-quality wallpapers, fabrics, uncoated papers and traditional signage at remarkable speeds. Designed to keep up with fast-paced print shops, the R5070 offers immediate lamination, user-replaceable PrecisionCore printheads and ultra low-cost inks for ease and savings unlike ever before.

Amazing image quality — vibrant 6-color resin inks, plus optimizer, produce astounding quality prints
Reliable color consistency — delivers consistently high image quality for repeat jobs, brand colors, wall tiling
Immediate lamination — and high scratch resistance increase total productivity
Low ink costs — just $0.155 per milliliter (R5070) and $0.125 per milliliter (R5070L) R5070L
features dual 1.5 L bulk ink packs for enhanced efficiency and reduced total cost of ownership
User-replaceable printhead — for convenient self-serviceability and minimal downtime
Supports diverse range of applications — print adhesive vinyl, banners, wall coverings, uncoated papers and more
High Print speed — state-of-the-art PrecisionCore printhead delivers high-quality images at true production speeds
Enterprise software suite — track jobs, manage variable data and streamline workflow with Epson Edge® Print
Epson signage portfolio — tackle the full spectrum of print jobs with Epson S-Series and R-Series printers

Compared to conventional Latex printers, Epson Resin printers provide:

Consistent color - from side to side, within a panel; between different panels - in a large mural; between jobs and later reprints, over time. Epson piezo heads enable accurate, repeatable color.
Consistent print lengths - 3 zone heating of R-Series, combined with very accurate feed length control, means panels consistently line up, side by side.
Better image quality - variable drop size; smaller drop size; larger color gamut; optimizer control (laid down with ink - normal production; applied prior to ink - higher quality)

What JVH is saying . . .
Of course the industry leading superb image quality and high productions speeds are a given with Epson. We especially like the replaceable print heads which are priced at a fraction of standard Epson heads. Unlike Canon and HP thermal inkjet heads that periodically fatigue from the heat and have to be replaced, the permanent Epson piezo heads are designed for long life in its printers - often working for the life of the printer. But . . . if a new R-Series printhead happens to fail, it is user replaceable and relatively inexpensive - very nice!

Instant lamination on the Resin printers is a big deal especially in a high volume shop. We like the increased scratch resistance and wider variety of media including papers and fabrics with minimal/no coating. The water-based Resin inks are 2/3 the price versus Solvent, providing lower production costs per job.

The new Resin printers look great, but how do they compare with, and why would you instead buy the flagship Epson S-Series solvent printers?
* The Resin printers are more expensive. A 4-color Epson S40600 is only $10,995, versus R5070 for $18,995, and R5070L at $21,995.
* Bundles with 54" Graphtec flagship FC9000 cutters are not available, such as the S40600/Graphtec Print Cut bundle for $15,695.
* White, Silver and fire-engine Red inks are not available as offered by the Epson S80600.
* The S-Series also offer stunning image quality, color gamut, high production speeds, and solid reliability.

Bottom line: The bases are fully covered. Depending on your needs, you can't go wrong by choosing either an Epson R-Series or S-Series printer - built and supported by the industry leader.

JVH March 2021 Newsletter