NEWS: Mimaki has announced a new range of cutting plotters, LX101 latex ink for the JV400-130/160 machines and the introduction of the solvent-UV JV400-SUV for FESPA 2013.
NEWS: Mimaki's Sb300 series dye-sublimation inks for the TS500-1800 textile printer have been awarded an Eco-passport certification from Centexbel.
NEWS: Mimaki is 'redirecting its trade show focus' to FESPA 2013 and will no longer be participating at Ipex 2014.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced a partnership with Color Concepts that will see media for use with Mimaki's JV400LX printer and latex inks independently certified.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced the release of its 'much anticipated' white ink for the JV400-130LX and JV400-160LX latex printers.
NEWS: Mimaki Europe is to expand its operations across the EMEA region in response to a 'surge in demand' during 2012 following a 'raft' of product launches.
PRODUCT PROFILE: Hybrid Services gives an in-depth exploration of the recently launched TS34-1800A, a 1.9m dye-sublimation wide-format production printer.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced it will launch a new flat-bed LED UV printer at this month's Photokina photography trade show.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced it will bring to market a new grand-format UV-curable printer this autumn, the Mimaki JFX500-2131.
NEWS: Spectators of the London 2012 Olympics may have seen a display of hundreds of individually designed deckchairs, all printed using Mimaki kit.
PRODUCT PROFILE: The Mimaki JV33 is a wide-format outdoor-durable ink-jet printer, available in widths of 1.3m and 1.6m.
NEWS: Mimaki will exhibit at the Photokina photographic imaging show, with demonstrations of its JV400-SUV and UJF-3042 printers.
NEWS: Mimaki says it is 'looking forward' to EcoPrint, and has released details of the environmentally conscious printers it plans to showcase.
NEWS: Mimaki reports that it enjoyed 'major success' at this year's drupa, with 'strong lead generation' and sales as well as a positive reception for its new products.
NEWS: Visitors to Landa's Nanography presentation at drupa were treated to a pre-show performance, with dancers appearing in costumes printed on Mimaki's textile solutions.
NEWS: Hybrid Services reports that the JV400 series printers have amassed more than 200 sales world-wide since their launch earlier this year.
NEWS: Mimaki will demonstrate its latest printer developments and applications at drupa next month, including the new Mimaki JFX500-2131 UV-LED flat-bed.
NEWS: Hisayuki Kobayashi is to take over as Mimaki president following Mikio Noguchi's retirement in June.
NEWS: Mimaki has described its presence at FESPA Digital as 'a massive success', with the launch of its printers with white latex ink causing 'a stir'.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced the impending launch of the TX500-1800DS direct-to-polyester printer.
NEWS: More than 150 Mimaki JV400-series wide-format printers with latex ink were pre-ordered at FESPA Digital, with British visitors 'positive' about the newly launched product, according to distributor Hybrid Services.
NEWS: Mimaki has released the latest version of its RasterLink RIP software, which offers Pantone colour matching and Adobe integration capabilities.
NEWS: Mimaki has unveiled new latex inks, including the first white latex ink on the market.
FEATURE: James Matthews-Paul looks at the significance of Mimaki's latest product launches, including a rival latex ink.
NEWS: Mimaki has added to its dye-sublimation printer range with the Mimaki TS500-1800.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced a new desktop LED UV printer, the UJF-3042HG, will make its debut at FESPA Digital.
NEWS: Mimaki plans to showcase new products and emphasise sustainability at FESPA Digital. The Mimaki TS34-1800A will be demonstrated alongside the JFX-1631plus and UJF-3042FX printers.
NEWS: Agi & Sam, a menswear label described as a 'fast rising' brand on the UK fashion scene, has commented on its use of digital polyester printing for its collection.
NEWS: Mimaki will show how its UJF-3042FX UV flat-bed printer can be used for value-added printing at the PSI Trade Show 2012.
NEWS: Hybrid Services will be exhibiting with authorised reseller Lineker Machines at Trophex 2012, taking place in Birmingham, UK in January.
NEWS: Mimaki printing equipment distributor Hybrid Services has announced that Mimaki is to launch a new dye-sublimation printer in early 2012.
NEWS: Hybrid Services, distributor of Mimaki printing equipment in the UK and Ireland, says it was 'delighted' to see the Mimaki JV34-260 receive an award at Viscom Düsseldorf.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced it will introduce a new UV-LED ink-jet printer at the end of November, following the launch of its UJF-3042 flat-bed A3 printer.
NEWS: Belfast-based commercial printer Minprint has purchased a new Mimaki JV33 wide-format printer, using new SS21 ink, and a CG-FXII cutting plotter.
NEWS: A total of five Mimaki product launches will take place on the stand of distributor Hybrid Services at next month's Sign and Digital UK.
NEWS: Hybrid Services, UK and Ireland distributor for Mimaki, has announced the wide-format printer manufacturer will have double the presence at May's Northprint exhibition, with displays at both Hybrid's own stand and in the Wide Format Application Showcase.
NEWS: Mimaki will host a showcase of 'a substantial portion' of its printer and cutter collection at FESPA Digital in May including the new JV34-260.
NEWS: Mimaki will release a new high-production, 2.6m-wide addition to its wide-format printer range in April, its UK and Ireland distributor Hybrid has announced.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced a new clear ink has been added to its LED UV hard inksets, which the company says will add 'creativity and value' to jobs completed on its ink-jet printer range by producing glossy and matt finish effects.
PRODUCT PROFILE: The CJV30 Series printer/cutter is an award-winning integrated print-and-cut solution from Mimaki, and is available in four sizing options for flexibility, from the 60cm model through to the 1.6m companion for larger sign-making companies.
NEWS: Hybrid Services and Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT), distributors of Mimaki wide-format printing equipment in the UK, have commented on the SGIA awards won by Mimaki recently.
PRODUCT PROFILE: The Mimaki UJF-3042 is a flat-bed LED UV-curable A3 printer, with adjustable head height that allows product up to 50mm thick to be printed to.
NEWS: Hybrid, UK and Ireland distributor for Mimaki, has announced the release of the latest version of Mimaki's plugin cutting software.
NEWS: Aldershot-based printer and promotional products supplier Digital Blanks has commented on how its purchase of new equipment has enabled it to add to its service offering.
NEWS: Mimaki has announced its JFX-plus Series LED UV flat-bed printers now achieve higher speeds, thanks to the introduction of a post-curing unit.
FEATURE: It was never going to take too long: Mimaki, represented in the UK by Hybrid Services, has announced that it, too, will bring to market a metallic ink type for wide-format production.
NEWS: Hexis will present the latest additions to its range of cast vinyls at FESPA 2013 this month, it has announced, including the special effects finishes in the HX30000 series.
NEWS: Mimaki reseller GPT says it is 'excited' at the prospect of the new Mimaki JV400-SUV solvent-UV machine to be launched next month at FESPA 2013.
NEWS: Victory Signs has become the first company in the UK to invest in a Mimaki JFX500-2131 from YPS.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at the applications and advantages for clear varnish in ink-jet printers.
NEWS: The organisers of Sign and Digital UK says this year's event was a 'huge success' with a total of 5,677 unique visitors attending.
NEWS: Your Print Specialists (YPS) reports that it has taken out its largest show presence to date with a stand exceeding 70sq m at next week's North Print and Pack.
NEWS: Exclusive UK and Ireland Mimaki distributor Hybrid Services gave visitors to Sign and Digital UK an 'all-encompassing experience' at its stand with three UK launches.
NEWS: Signmaster Systems says it is set to showcase a 'wealth of new brands' next week at Sign and Digital UK, including Canon and Antalis.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at the technologies that we can expect to see at the Sign and Digital UK 2013 and why it's worth going.
FEATURE: Wide-format print expert Sophie Matthews-Paul addresses the major obstacles and overviews the options for those considering the digital textile market.
NEWS: GPT has launched a new interactive website, designed to be a 'one-stop shop' for wide-format print houses.
NEWS: Morgan Signs says the new Mimaki JV400 latex machine that it acquired from Mimaki reseller GPT is 'head and shoulders above the competition'.
FEATURE: Barney Cox finds that new effects, machines and methodologies are extending the creative potential in finishing for digital print applications.
NEWS: British visitors who can't wait for FESPA for will be treated to a threesome of launches from exclusive Mimaki UK and Ireland distributor Hybrid Services at Sign and Digital UK.
NEWS: Printmeit.com has become the lastest company to invest in a Mimaki JV33-130 through north-east reseller Your Print Specialists (YPS).
NEWS: More exhibitors have announced product launches and UK premieres planned for next month's Sign and Digital UK.
NEWS: I-Sub Digital is offering PSPs the opportunity to test out a Mimaki JV5 remotely via a new 'Print Your File' website on its website.
NEWS: Rapid 9 says its 'bomb-proof' new Mimaki JV33 from YPS has helped it decrease production time and improve turnaround following a big contract win.
NEWS: Hybrid Services has confirmed that it will have a 'strong presence' at this year's Sign and Digital UK show, from April 30th to May 2nd at Birmingham's NEC.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul delves into the latest developments in the eye-catching world of metallic inks – including new UV-curable formulations.
NEWS: Wide-format reseller i-Sub Digital has appointed Mark Hollinsworth to its sales team, where he will be responsible for driving sales of consumables.
NEWS: Hybrid Services has been presented with an award for 'Most Pioneering Piece of Machinery' at Trophex 2013 for the Mimaki UJF-3042HG.
NEWS: Wide-format reseller GPT says it has developed a 'super fast' new printer based on an existing Mimaki machine.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul reflects on the year just passed and looks ahead to 2013, debating what platforms could be of interest to wide-format print houses looking to invest this year.
NEWS: Following recent news about its support for CorelDraw X6, Mimaki has extended the capability of its FineCut plug-in with availability for Illustrator CS6.
NEWS: Your Printing Supplies has renamed itself Your Print Specialists (YPS) and moved into the Mimaki reseller channel.
NEWS: Chester-based Farndon House has said its recently-purchased Mimaki CJV30 print-and-cut machine has found its place 'at the heart' of the company.
NEWS: Version 8.0.4 of the Mimaki FineCut plug-in for CorelDraw X6 is now available for existing users with an original v6 or v7 installation disc.
NEWS: Bristol-based Create Signs says it is making 'substantial savings' since the installation of its first wide-format print-and-cut machine, a Mimaki CJV30-160 purchased from GPT.
NEWS: Hybrid Services and partners have teamed up to put on a new wide-format show for the Irish market called Wide Format Ireland.
FEATURE: James Matthews-Paul muses on the plethora of UV-curable machine launches and improvements seen in 2012, and what the developments in this technology mean for sign and display producers.
NEWS: GPT will open its doors to the industry to demonstrate new wide-format print technology at its Open House event in Reading on October 16th to 18th.
NEWS: The print division of UK media production agency Tapestry has won work for the National Theatre.
NEWS: MC Signs has explained how premises featuring a 20m-long vehicle bay and Mimaki printers has allowed it to produce some innovative large-format work.
NEWS: Mimaki distributor Hybrid Services has opted to extend its summer trade-in deal, which offers a £3,000 trade-in allowance.
NEWS: Exclusive Mimaki distributor, Hybrid Services, is currently offering the CJV30-60 integrated print-and-cut machine for a special promotional price.
NEWS: Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) has launched a summer promotion on Mimaki printers.
NEWS: Wide-format equipment supplier Graphic Printing Technologies says its recent open days were a success and is planning similar events.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul rounds up the new wide-format technology on show at this year's drupa.
NEWS: Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) is inviting wide-format print companies to its showroom in Reading, UK for another three-day open house event.
NEWS: Mimaki's JV400-LX Series latex printer and TS500-1800 dye-sublimation printer have each won European Digital Press (EDP) Association Awards.
FEATURE: Visitors can expect to see a comprehensive range of low and mid-range ink-jet machines at this year's drupa. Sophie Matthews-Paul reports.
NEWS: Mimaki distributor Hybrid Services 'enjoyed an excellent' appearance at Sign and Digital UK 2012.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul outlines some of the new technology additions at this year's Sign and Digital UK.
NEWS: Hybrid Services has confirmed its line-up for its Sign and Digital UK stand, which will feature a number of 'huge' launches of Mimaki wide-format products.
NEWS: Brett Martin's direct-to-print Foamalux White foam PVC sheet was demonstrated successfully on a Mimaki JFX-1631 plus printer at FESPA Digital.
FEATURE: FESPA's visitors last week were invited to explore the wider opportunities of printed matter, and while a couple of key names were absent there were some valuable new additions to the exhibitor roster.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul comments on the key features at this year's FESPA Digital.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at latex ink technologies and alternatives likely to come on-stream.
NEWS: Arthur Albiston and Lou Macari, former Manchester United stars, will be at Sign and Digital UK to help Hybrid Services mark the trade show's 1980s beginnings.
NEWS: GPT has commented on the predicted popularity of Mimaki's JV400LX latex ink-based wide-format printers and states it expects to be a 'key reseller'.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at some of the printer and software introductions due at FESPA Digital.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at the importance of traffic signs.
NEWS: The first day of GPT's three-day open event was a success, with a steady number of visitors viewing the Mimaki, Canon, Epson and Agfa printers on show.
NEWS: Graphic Printing Technologies (GPT) is again opening up its Reading, Berkshire showroom this month.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at the increasing popularity of LED curing.
FEATURE: Morwenna Kearns catches up with some new and developed recycling programmes.
NEWS: Mimaki Europe is to be a founding exhibitor and supporter of the inaugural EcoPrint trade fair, its organiser has announced.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul outlines some of the vinyl cutter options now available.
NEWS: The winners of the Viscom Awards were announced during the Viscom Düsseldorf trade fair last week.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at RIPs, the software used to drive today's wide-format printers.
NEWS: Mimaki's UK and Ireland distributor Hybrid Services has announced a deal for wide-format print companies, whereby they can upgrade to a Mimaki JV34-260 printer.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul reports on her recent visit to Itma.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul discusses today's UV-curing technologies.
NEWS: Morgan Signs has completed a vehicle wrap for Toyota World in Newport, which involved turning a new Aygo into a cow with Mimaki CG-FX-cut black spots.
NEWS: Colour software developer Color-Logic says its Process Metallic Color System is currently on show at Graph Expo.
NEWS: Signmaster Systems is to hold its own sign-making and printing exhibition in October.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at the growing market for different effects using wide-format digital printers.
NEWS: New printing and signage company Create Signs has commented on the purchase of a Mimaki JV33 printer and a Seal 62 base laminator, which it bought from Robert Horne with a view to producing multiple display projects, including vehicle graphics, banners, large-format posters and exhibition work.
NEWS: Hybrid Services has highlighted labels as an additional market for display producers to explore.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at how digital processes have brought value to the promotional goods sector.
NEWS: SpanSet has revamped its Height Safety and Specialist Access Training School with digitally printed, photographic wallpaper from The Printing House.
FEATURE: Morwenna Kearns gives an overview of the opportunities in the apparel market for printers.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul discusses the novel and practical advantages of white ink and clear varnish.
NEWS: AA Signs, a division of the AA and major provider of temporary event signage, has invested in a Mimaki CJV30-130 print-and-cut device for its Belfast plant.
FEATURE: No-one will dispute that a big minefield in today's wide-format production lies in getting the colour right.
NEWS: Hybrid Services, UK and Ireland distributor of Mimaki equipment, says its debut at Northprint was 'worthwhile and productive'.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul outlines the hardware trends appearing at FESPA.
NEWS: This year's Sign and Digital UK was Graphic Printing Technologies's (GPT) 'best year yet', the large-format digital printing solutions provider has reported.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks under the bonnets of this year's FESPA exhibits.
FEATURE: Production houses usually have two choices when they want to increase their print capabilities.
FEATURE: Sophie Matthews-Paul looks at today's chemistries, and what their future will bring to the market.
NEWS: Materials company Robert Horne has announced a number of offers for the wide-format digital market for the next month.
FEATURE: Sign and Digital is, essentially, the biggest date on the calendar for many in the industry in the UK, whether they are manufacturers or suppliers, or sign shops or printers.
FEATURE: If there has been one area which has largely remained faithful to solvent-based printing to date, it's the ability of this ink chemistry to be able to retain its flexibility across all shapes and surfaces.
NEWS: Bordeaux Digital PrintInk and its distribution partner LFDP have reported a busy stand at the recent MedPrint 2011 exhibition, held in Rome, Italy.
NEWS: Next month's Sign and Digital UK exhibition will feature a number of exhibitors displaying digital textile technology, its organiser has revealed.
NEWS: Mimaki wide-format printer and ink distributor Hybrid Services has announced its Let's Do More rebate-linked ink cartridge recycling programme has achieved 'extraordinary success' in the three years since its launch.
FEATURE: We might all associate the use of wide-format digital print with the display sector yet, in reality, ink-jet is moving relentlessly into other areas of production including industrial and three-dimensional developments.
NEWS: Hybrid Services says it will welcome visitors to April's Sign and Digital UK exhibition with a wide range of Mimaki digital printing kit on display right at the halls' entrance.
FEATURE: A couple of years ago, FESPA saw enough potential in the textile printing market to devote a sub-exhibition to it within its overall show, and in June 2010 FESPA Fabric was born.
NEWS: Hybrid Services, UK and Ireland distributor for Mimaki, has announced it will reveal the new Mimaki JFX-1615plus at April's Sign and Digital UK exhibition.
NEWS: Reprographic Technology International (RTI) has announced expansion from its traditional repro arena into sign and display graphics, adding to its range of OEM spares and consumables to suit this sector.
FEATURE: The terms print-and-cut and print-to-cut have become increasingly common in wide-format digital parlance as display producers and sign-makers are pushed increasingly towards diversification in their applications.
NEWS: Colour management software solutions from developer GMG helped Mimaki on its way to collect a range of prizes at the 2010 SGIA Product of the Year awards recently.
NEWS: The Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) has announced the winners of its 2010 Product of the Year Winners Awards, which recognises innovations in digital imaging.
NEWS: Hybrid Services, the exclusive distributor of Mimiaki products in the UK and Ireland, has announced the appointment of a new general manager to oversee its Irish reseller network.
NEWS: Spandex is inviting digital printing and sign-making supplies customers to its Netherlands sites this week, in order to see new solutions and techniques.
NEWS: Mimaki says the introduction of two-litre sacks of its outdoor durable SS21 ink-set will offer environmental and financial advantages to its users.
