Eastern, Japan - Sign Artec Co., Ltd. is making spectacular advances as a frontrunner in the large-format sign business. In addition to providing large format inkjet printing services, Sign Artec specializes in screen printing and stenciling. To round out its “one-stop” service offering, Sign Artec offers large-scale sewing and welding capabilities as well. Sign Artec manages a wide variety of projects for customers all over Japan, with many orders placed over the Internet.
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| Local signage produced on the AdvancedJET AJ-1000. |
“We were looking for a fast grand-format inkjet printer with clear, crisp output,” said Kenjiro Yamaguchi, Sign Artec president. “The AJ-1000 delivered exactly what we needed. For example, we had previously produced a 100-inch print at around 10m2/h (107.64 sqft./hr.). With the AJ-1000, we can print at speeds of up to 30m2/h (322.92 sqft./hr.) or faster. The AJ-1000 is simply three times as fast as our previous printer for both outdoor signs and posters that will be viewed close up. We have even produced grand-format banners at 45m2/h (484 sqft./hr.) for certain applications.”
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| Sign Artec President Kenjiro Yamaguchi with his AJ-1000. |
Yamaguchi continued, “The AJ-1000’s sturdy frame ensures precise media feeding and alignment for high quality output. In the past, we had problems with slippage during long production runs, but that’s not an issue with the AJ-1000. We can leave it running overnight to complete a 100m2 job; the next morning, a quality print is ready for immediate shipment.”
He added, “Eco-Xtreme ink dries quickly, even in high density modes for prints that don’t stick to the media when collected by the take-up roller. In addition, the AJ-1000 can easily print multiple copies of small indoor signs in a single operation.”
“The AJ-1000 is a true industrial printing machine,” Yamaguchi said. “Its overall productivity is phenomenal. And you can install it with a low initial investment. We are extremely satisfied with its performance and value.” |
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Sign Artec Co., Ltd. was established in 1992. Led by President Kenjiro Yamaguchi, the company currently has 20 employees. Sign Artec’s business is primarily in grand-format inkjet printing, screen printing, stencil printing, sewing and welding for many national clients, including large advertising agencies, printing companies and photo labs. Sign Artec continues to develop a wide range of products to meet the expanding requirements of its client base. The company’s services have recently expanded with the addition of building wraps, an emerging application that is gaining in popularity. For more information, visit the company’s Web site at www.signartec.co.jp (Japanese only).
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| AJ-1000 operators supervise the printing and finishing processes. |
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