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Ricoh UK launches two new DTG printers Ricoh UK has announced the introduction of Ricoh’s two new direct-to-garment printers, the Ri 3000 and Ri 6000. The machines are available to order now, with UK deliveries starting early December 2017. The Ri 3000 and Ri 6000 are able to print on a wide selection of materials, ranging from 100% cotton and 100% light polyester to mixed polyester garments up to 50%/50% blends. Both systems incorporate Ricoh piezo-electric print head technology and include an automatic ink recirculation system for the white channels for improved ink flow and performance. The automated print head cleaning and ink maintenance features are said to reduce operator maintenance and costs. The AnaRIP software, which is included with the printers, automatically performs colour separation and allows the user to control the ink volume used during production. The Ri 3000 has six ink channels and a speed of 52 seconds (305 x 254 mm, light garment), while the Ri 6000 has 12 ink channels and a speed of 27 seconds (305 x 254 mm, light garment). Both offer a resolution of 600 x 600 dpi, and have a maximum printable area of 35.6 x 45.7 cm. Optional print tables are available for hats, children’s garments and sleeves. Tim Carter, commercial print sales director, Ricoh UK, commented: “The Ricoh Ri 3000 and Ri 6000 models offer the benefit of digitally printing low volume, personalised short run jobs, as well as production volume longer run jobs. We are able to achieve outstanding image quality on both light and dark garments without any limitation on halftones, detailed designs or photographs. These systems deliver colourfast, machine washable prints that last and can stretch without cracking. The new, eco-friendly Ricoh Garment inks give designs a soft touch and vibrant colours.” www.ricoh.co.uk Dave Roper will be holding its two-day Winter Open House at its unit in Kidderminster on 30 November (9am-7pm) and 1 December (9am-5pm). Visitors are welcome to book appointments by email or phone to see new sales team member Nick Walker and managing director Dave Roper, or they can drop in on the day. www.daveroper.co.uk Dave Roper announces dates for Winter Open House

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Ricoh’s new DTG printers are now on sale in the UK

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