HP Latex Academy: Everything it’s Cracked up to be and More

HP Latex Academy with LexJet
LexJet customer specialists that attended HP Latex Academy last week were not only impressed with the professionalism of the event, but more importantly, the depth and breadth of information provided by HP trainers and experts. Photo by Kara Work

 

Last week, LexJet sent a group of its customer specialists to Alpharetta, Ga., home of the HP Graphic Arts Experience Center, to receive more in-depth and hands-on training on HP’s line of Latex printers, including the Latex 210 61″ Printer, Latex 260 61″ Printer and Latex 280 104″ Printer.

HP Latex Academy with LexJetThe crew was also charged with finding out if HP’s Latex Academy is good use of your time if you either own an HP Latex printer or are interested in procuring one for print production. The overwhelming response from the LexJeters who attended was a resounding, “Yes!”

Joe Pudlo, one of the LexJet customer specialists who attended said: “Latex training consisted of both classroom and hands-on applications. Our trainer was extremely thorough and knowledgeable; he has tested a majority of inkjet media on the market.”

This shows a continuous image printed on a variety of inkjet media with an HP Latex printer at HP Latex Academy.
This shows a continuous image printed on a variety of inkjet media with a Latex printer at HP Latex Academy.

The next HP Latex Academy for HP Designjet L2 Printers with LexJet, which you’re invited to attend, is Oct. 2-3 (call 800-453-9538 for more information). Like the LexJet representatives who just attended the Academy, you’ll learn the ins and outs of this technology, including crucial marketing and production tips to ensure a growing and profitable market for your work.

Among other production-oriented tips and tricks, LexJet customer specialist Kara Work says that she learned about the free HP WallArt software solution and how it makes laying out a wall mural simple, HP’s PVC-free Wall Paper for a sustainable and easy-to-apply wall covering alternative, that Latex works great for backlits and for printing LexJet Clear PreLume HD (more on that in the next post), and a lot about which applications are showing growth in the market.

In addition to gaining a greater understanding of the L260 and L280 print technology platforms, learning about the latest in media from HP and third-party sources and networking with HP technology experts, you’ll also learn about:

  • The variety of applications and media you can use to grow your business, from signage and fabric graphics to wall coverings and vehicle and window graphics
  • Find out how Latex increases productivity with no dry times, no downtown, reduced operating costs and overnight unassisted printing
  • ROI plus, with examples that show ROI calculations for production printing

If you’re interested in scheduling an appointment for some time other than the official Latex Academy dates, or would like to join us Oct. 2-3, contact a LexJet customer specialist at 800-453-9538.

And, be sure to check back here at the LexJet Blog for the latest profiles of some of our most popular inkjet materials so you can further expand your application capabilities.

Instant Rebate, Latex Loyalty and Upgrade to Latex Promotions from HP in August

HP Latex 260HP announced today an instant rebate of $1,000 for the HP Latex 260 inkjet printer through Aug. 31. This instant rebate can be combined with HP’s Upgrade to Latex or HP’s Latex Loyalty programs (the Upgrade to Latex and Latex Loyalty programs cannot be combined), which also run through Aug. 31.

HP’s Upgrade to Latex promotion, which is available through LexJet on the HP Latex 260 and the HP Latex 280, provides up to $10,000 cash back if you own an eligible printer.

Trade in your large-format aqueous or solvent printer/printer-cutter (54″ or wider) and get $10,000 cash back, or trade in a 42″-53″ aqueous or 30″-53″ solvent printer/printer-cutter wider and get $6,000 cash back when you purchase an HP Latex 280.

HP is also offering a $1,500 rebate on the HP Latex 260 if you own an eligible 42″ or wider aqueous printer or an eligible 30″ or wider solvent printer/printer-cutter.

The Latex Loyalty Upgrade program gives you cash back when you upgrade your current HP Designjet 8000, 9000 or 10000 solvent large format printer to the HP Latex 210 ($500 cash-back mail-in rebate), HP Latex 260 ($1,000) or the HP Latex 280 ($6,000).

Plus, with the HP StartRight Program, receive up to $300 in free HP large-format media with the purchase of select HP Designjet printers. To find out more about the printers and HP’s current promotions, as well as great bundle deals from LexJet, contact a LexJet customer specialist at 800-453-9538.

HP Rebrands Latex Printers and Helpful Technical Updates

HP Rebrands Latex PrintersHP recently announced that it has rebranded its latex printer line, and has also released two technical updates. The HP Designjet L26500 is now the HP Latex 260, the HP Designjet L21600 is now the HP Latex 210 and the HP Designjet L28500 is now the HP Latex 280.

The new technical updates include…

How to set the IP address for the HP Latex 260 (L26500) and HP L25500: This document provides step by step instructions on how to set up the LAN or direct connection via the IP protocol. This is most valuable for new installations and connectivity issue. Click here to view the document.

Media Loading Accessory location in the Printer Box: This explains the new packaging implementation for the Media Loading Accessories so they’re easier to find and work with. Click here to view the document.

If you have any questions, contact a LexJet customer specialist at 800-453-9538.