Colour management and proofing specialist CGS Oris has announced a direct-to-substrate packaging proofing solution incorporating a 24in wide Mutoh ValueJet 628MP.
The new offering integrates the ValueJet 628MP with CGS Oris Flex Pack software and its new generation multi-resin XG inks (CMYK, Lc, Lm and White). It gives users the ability to print directly onto the same substrate that will be used in the final production run.
Heiner Mueller, sales director packaging at CGS ORIS, said: “We see huge potential for our Flex Pack solution for specific niche applications which are complementary to our existing business of proofing via transfer film in combination with eco solvent inks.
“Looking ahead, we are also exploring additional opportunities for the VJ-628MP/Flex pack/ XG inks solution, such as non-woven fabrics, garment tags and PE plastic bags.”
Mutoh Europe’s managing director Mitsuo Takasu added: “The new combined solution has already been adopted and very well received in Japan.
“The ValueJet 628MP engine is based on Mutoh’s existing ValueJet 628 eco-solvent printer chassis. To cover the specific requirements of packaging designers and to adapt the printer chassis to the unique characteristics of the CGS Oris XG inks, we have developed an innovative mild temperature, low pressure hot air knife system which, in combination with the integrated contact heaters, allows the inks to dry on uncoated substrates without exposing them to excessive heat.
“The media transport system has been optimised to allow loading of a wide variety of flexible substrates including very thin PE shrink film and the pressure rollers transporting the substrate can be individually disabled. To tackle the white CGS Oris XG inks, we have integrated an internal ink circulation system. The ValueJet 628MP printer is also equipped with a 10kg roll take-up system and has a sheet off mechanism to sheet off individual prints.”
