Xpres Announces Upcoming Launch of Epson SC-G6000 DTF Printer ─ Challenging Industry Speed Claims
Xpres, a leading supplier of digital textile printing solutions, has announced the upcoming addition of the Epson SC-G6000 direct-to-film printer to its product portfolio.
The announcement comes as the company challenges prevalent industry marketing claims about printing speed, emphasising actual production capacity over theoretical linear metres per hour.
The Epson SC-G6000 features a maximum roll width of 90cm, significantly outperforming many Chinese DTF printers that typically offer only 56cm maximum width.
This expanded capacity enables the printer to handle three A3-sized prints across its width when operating at maximum capacity, compared to just one A3 print on narrower alternatives, substantially reducing material waste.
Xpres has highlighted a critical industry issue where manufacturers focus on linear speed metrics rather than actual print production capacity.
The company demonstrates that whilst competitors may claim impressive metres-per-hour figures, the practical output often falls short due to width limitations and operational constraints.
The SC-G6000 incorporates Epson's bulk ink system with 1.6-litre cartridges per colour, designed to minimise maintenance requirements and reduce operational interruptions.
This system addresses common productivity bottlenecks experienced with smaller ink capacity systems that require frequent cartridge changes during production runs.
The printer's 80cm active printing width capability ensures efficient material utilisation, addressing sustainability concerns within the textile printing industry whilst maximising return on investment for operators.
This approach aligns with growing industry demands for more environmentally conscious production methods.
Xpres expects the Epson SC-G6000 to appeal particularly to commercial printing operations seeking to increase genuine production capacity whilst maintaining print quality standards.
The company positions this launch as part of its ongoing commitment to providing transparent, results-focused solutions to the digital textile printing market.
About Xpres
Xpres is a specialist supplier of digital textile printing equipment and consumables, serving commercial printing operations across the UK.
The company focuses on delivering practical, high-performance solutions that address real-world production challenges whilst promoting sustainable printing practices.
About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader whose philosophy of efficient, compact and precise innovation enriches lives and helps create a better world.
The company is focused on solving societal issues through innovations in home and office printing, commercial and industrial printing, manufacturing, visual and lifestyle.
Epson's goal is to become carbon negative and eliminate use of exhaustible underground resources such as oil and metal by 2050.
