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HP Introduces Latex 500 Printer Series

With a history of taking latex technology to the next level for the past eight years, HP has done it again with the announcement of the HP Latex 500 Printer Series, which will be available for pre-sale in July.

560 picThe 500 series kicks off with 64-inch HP Latex 560 and 570 Printers. These are designed for medium-to-large print service providers who are looking to increase their print volumes.

These new printers will use the same supplies as the HP Latex 360 and HP Latex 370.

According to HP, here are the printers’ key new features:

  • Speed: Indoor quality: 23 m²/hr (248 ft²/hr) – approx. 33% faster than the 360/370
  • Load rolls in one minute or less with the spindleless pivot table and automatic skew adjustment
  • Heavier rolls: up to 55 kg (121 lb)
  • Wiper roller: Get the high-quality results of high-cost materials on lower cost banners and vinyls with the wiper roller
  • 570 picPrinter status beacon: Remote visibility of production for more unattended operation (Standard 570, optional 560)
  • Faster installation: Printers ship fully assembled, 570 has the bulk ink system already installed
  • Produce highly saturated prints with up to 50% more ink density, using vivid print modes

The first shipments of these new printers will begin in late August. To learn more, please call your LexJet printer expert at 800-453-9538.

Posted on by Shellie Terry Posted in Tips & Tricks
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Tip of the Week: The Trick to Banner Stand Success

When it comes to creating great-looking banner stands, LexJet product expert Jeff Leto tells us that the key is knowing the environment it will be used in.

If used outdoors, it’s essential to keep in mind the changes in temperatures throughout the day, he says. As temperatures rise and fall, banner stand materials can expand and contract, which can create unsightly, messing-looking curling.

Check out this week’s tip video above to learn the best types of banner stand materials that are compatible with latex printing technology. For instance, LexJet 8Mil PolyGloss is a dimensionally stable option that won’t expand or contract in the elements and produces excellent photo quality with a glossy finish.

You can also hop over to our Latex Application page to learn all the different ways latex-printable media can be used.

HP’s Latest: An Entry-Level Latex Printer
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HP’s Latest: An Entry-Level Latex Printer

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Venturing into a new business can be daunting and expensive. But if you’re looking at latex technology to start a printing operation — or to expand your existing business — HP has introduced the new HP Latex 110 printer that’s ideal for getting started.

The Latex 110 is a 54-inch printer at a budget-friendly price point and easy-to-use, intuitive functionality. It’s a great jumping-off point for operations that are looking at printing 1,500 square feet or less per month.

110 close-up inkWith the Latex 110, you’ll enjoy the flexibility that latex offers: prints with outdoor durability, same-day delivery with no drying time, scratch-resistance, user-replaceable ink cartridges, front-loading capabilities and auto-maintenance.

Printing to latex-compatible media also gives you a wide variety of application possibilities. Check out our Latex Application page to see the various options from indoor decor to banners to window graphics.

Since you’re using latex inks instead of solvent inks, you won’t need to worry about odors or require special ventilation for your printing operation. Plus, you’ll get access to HP’s online tools and printing software assistance, and since no specialized training is required, novice users won’t slow down production.

Ready to get started? Call a LexJet print specialist at 800-453-9538.

Beyond Vinyl: Discover the World of Latex Printing Applications
Posted on by Shellie Terry Posted in Marketing & Sales, News & Trends
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Beyond Vinyl: Discover the World of Latex Printing Applications

 

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You’ve asked for the educational tools to help you discover the opportunities that latex printing can provide. Today, we’re introducing our Latex Applications page, a one-stop online page that offers business-building ideas and explores the many creative uses and benefits of latex-printable products.

While many of our business partners rely on vinyl products for banners, billboards, outdoor signage and more, all of those applications — and many more — can be printed on latex-compatible media that’s less costly, easier to use and environmentally friendly.

Outdoor-Signage-04-24-15_01Throughout our Latex Applications page, you’ll find quick overviews and images of the products in use paired with short educational videos and direct links to purchase pages.

In the videos, LexJet product guru Jeff Leto talks about the industry’s latest emerging trends, product highlights, installation suggestions, terminology definitions, and lots of easy-to-understand tips for getting the most out of the media in different environments.

You’ll also learn how the products can be used in a variety ways while helping you save time and money, and how to relate those benefits to your customers.

Visit the Latex Applications page and call a LexJet latex printing expert at 800-453-9538 to learn more.

Posted on by Shellie Terry Posted in Technology & Products
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Looking to Add Latex Printing Capabilities? Check Out the HP Latex Academy 3.0

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Adding latex printing capabilities to your arsenal can provide opportunities that can take your business to the next level. To help you expand, the HP Latex Academy 3.0 is a great way to get informed about all aspects of latex printing.

Make plans to attend the academy’s next session, March 10-11, 2015, at HP’s Graphic Arts Experience Center in Alpharetta, GA. All you have to do is buy your airfare to and from the Atlanta airport, and HP will take care of the rest, including ground transportation, hotel room (except incidentals) and meals.

During your stay, you’ll tour the experience center, check out the product lab, watch a demo, learn about latex’s environmental benefits and get hands-on time with finished samples. All the while, you’ll be exposed to the very latest in latex printing from the experts in the field.

“We’re really the pioneers in latex technology,” says Frank DeMartino, partner business manager for HP. “This is great for anyone who’s considering moving to latex technology or wanting to upgrade their current latex printer.”

Featured printers at the event, which are now available through LexJet, include the HP Latex 310, HP Latex 330, HP Latex 360 and HP Latex 280 Printers. Space for this event is extremely limited, so register here today.

For more information about the new printers and the next Latex Academy, contact a LexJet customer specialist at 800-453-9538.

Posted on by Regan Dickinson Posted in News & Trends
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Make an Informed Decision about Latex Printing at HP Latex Academy in January

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Make plans now to attend the next HP Latex Academy at HP’s Graphic Arts Experience Center in Alpharetta, Ga., Jan. 13-14.

You’ll not only find out why HP Latex Printers are the go-to technology for a growing number of print service providers, but you’ll get first-hand, hands-on experience with the printers. You’ll also learn about applications, business opportunities, tools and selling techniques, product training, and more.

Featured printers at the event, which are now available through LexJet, include the HP Latex 310, HP Latex 330, HP Latex 360 and HP Latex 280 Printers. Space for this event is extremely limited, so register by clicking on this link.

When you arrive in Atlanta, all ground transportation, hotel room and meals will be covered by HP. Any hotel incidentals and transportation from your local departure point are your responsibility.

Session topics include a product overview, the Latex Application Lab, environmental benefits, justifying your investment, and the HP WallArt and Latex Knowledge Center.

You will gain a greater understanding of the HP Latex Printers, learn about the latest media available from HP and third-party sources and network with HP technology experts.

For more information about the new printers and the next Latex Academy, contact a LexJet customer specialist at 800-453-9538.