COLORGATE Unveils Comprehensive Support for the Revolutionary RICOH Pro™ D1600 (DTF) System
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Hannover, Germany – June 2024 - COLORGATE is thrilled to announce their full support for the groundbreaking RICOH Pro™ D1600 (DTF) system.
This state-of-the-art machine, showcased at FESPA, is set to redefine garment decoration with its unparalleled speed, sustainability, and quality.
Revolutionary Features of the RICOH Pro™ D1600 (DTF) System:
20+ sqm/hr Speed: Enhance your production capabilities with lightning-fast performance.
Integrated Powder Shaker & Drying Unit: Seamlessly streamline your workflow for maximum efficiency.
Eco-friendly GOTS Certification: Align your operations with global sustainability standards.
Superior Quality with 3 Ricoh Printheads: Achieve exceptional print quality and consistency.
Accurate Colors & Efficiency with ColorGATE Software: Experience unmatched precision and color fidelity.
The RICOH Pro™ D1600 (DTF) system is designed to elevate your production capabilities, offering a comprehensive solution for modern garment decoration. Whether you're a small business or a large enterprise, this machine is your gateway to the future of textile printing.
Transforming Garment Decoration:
This innovative line is the first to support high-volume digital garment production. Incorporating a powder shaker and drying unit, it is designed to assist screen printers and large to medium-sized textile printing specialists as they transition from analogue to digital production capabilities.
Key Highlights:
High-Speed Performance: The Pro D1600 can run at speeds in excess of 20 sqm per hour, delivering high-quality prints with optimised film sourced from Europe.
Advanced Inkjet Technology: The specially designed inkjet printhead configuration, featuring three Ricoh printheads, supports films up to 1600mm. The newly developed DTF-optimised Ricoh Pro™ DTF Ink ensures high-speed jetting and high white opacity.
Sustainable and Efficient: Certified by the Global Organic Textile Standard Accreditation (GOTS), the Pro D1600 adheres to stringent environmental and social responsibility standards.
Axel Stuhlreiter, Head of Textile Solutions, Graphic Communications Group, Ricoh Europe, says, “This latest addition to our portfolio opens up the production of high-volume designs that can be printed and shipped for local, on-demand application onto garments. Ideally suited to screen printers and industrial garment decorators looking to make their transition to digital or enhance their digital capabilities, the Pro D1600 is responsive and sustainably responsible. It maximizes productivity with its inline powder shaker that helps eliminate a traditional bottleneck and media is delivered in jumbo rolls for fewer changeovers. We are excited to see how this high-volume system will help industrial operations transform their production power.”
About COLORGATE:
COLORGATE is a pioneer in digital imaging solutions, providing cutting-edge technology and software for various industries, including textile printing, graphics, and surface decoration.
With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, COLORGATE continues to lead the way in delivering high-quality, eco-friendly solutions.
