UFABRIK Named Canon UVgel Gold Media Ambassador - Cementing Strategic Partnership
UFABRIK, a leader in high-performance digital textiles, has officially been named a Gold Media Ambassador by Canon.
This prestigious title solidifies the partnership between UFABRIK and Canon’s UVgel technology, marking a significant step forward in sustainable and innovative printing solutions.
The collaboration brings together UFABRIK’s advanced textile engineering with Canon’s revolutionary UVgel printing capabilities.
This partnership is built on shared principles of responsible manufacturing, high-speed production, exceptional colour vibrancy, and a commitment to minimising waste.
The recognition as a Gold Media Ambassador is a testament to the seamless compatibility and superior performance achieved when combining UFABRIK textiles with Canon UVgel printers.
Mathieu Peeters, Senior Director of Strategic Marketing and Applications Support (Large Format Graphics) at Canon Production Printing, commented on the collaboration, stating, “Canon is committed to partnering with innovators who share our passion for pushing the boundaries of print technology and sustainability. Welcoming UFABRIK as a Gold Media Ambassador for our UVgel technology underscores this shared vision.”
This partnership ensures that printers and designers can confidently pair UFABRIK’s materials with Canon’s technology to achieve reliable, high-quality results for a wide range of applications, from interior décor to exhibition graphics.
The synergy between the two brands promises to unlock new creative possibilities while adhering to the highest standards of environmental responsibility.
Robin East, Group Chief Commercial Officer at UFABRIK, added, “Our digital textiles are engineered with the same aspirations that Canon’s UVgel technology is famous for: responsible manufacture, speed, vibrant reproduction, consistent colour, reliability, and minimal waste. We’re partners, with the same goals and purpose.”
About UFABRIK
UFABRIK has become the premier industry choice for wide format digital textile printing.
We share two manufacturing sites with JC inkjet: a newly built greenfield plant at Chonburi in Thailand and an immense 69-acre state-of-the-art facility in Shandong Province, China, where all manufacturing processes are currently contained.
Our global sales and marketing headquarters are based in Berkshire, UK, and our dedicated EMEA logistics hub is in Walsall, UK.
Deliveries for the Asia-Pacific region are shipped directly from UFABRIK’s facilities in China and Thailand. LexJet is our distribution partner in North America, while CMYUK is our exclusive distribution partner in the UK and Ireland.
We are one of the largest and most influential global producers of printing textile materials.
Many of the leading international printer equipment manufacturers trust and contract us for their OEM materials.
About Canon Production Printing
Canon Production Printing is a leading provider of professional printing solutions, specialising in innovative technologies that transform how businesses approach large format graphics production.
The company is committed to delivering sustainable, high-performance printing solutions that meet evolving industry demands whilst maintaining operational excellence and environmental responsibility.
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