Expanding Horizons: FUJIFILM's First Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED Installation in Africa
FUJIFILM Graphic Communication has once again set a benchmark in the printing industry with the first-ever installation of the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED in Africa. This versatile, high-performance printer represents a leap in technology, providing unparalleled quality and efficiency in both rigid and flexible media applications on a 3.3 m platform.
From installation to operation, the FUJIFILM service and technical teams have been instrumental in ensuring that the printer's integration into the customer's workflow was smooth and efficient. The intuitive GUI and easy-access design elements have made day-to-day operations simpler and more productive, which is greatly appreciated by operators.
Unmatched Quality and Speed
The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED is not just another printer; it is a cornerstone of innovation designed to produce near-photographic quality across a vast range of applications at high speeds. Featuring advanced 3.5 picolitre, 3-level greyscale printheads, the printer excels in delivering ultra-high-quality prints, making it suitable for everything from intricate indoor displays to robust outdoor signage. With a capability of up to 315 m²/hr roll-to-roll and dual roll printing, it ensures that businesses can meet high-volume demands without compromising on quality.
Designed for Versatility and Growth
What sets the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED apart is its intelligent design and modular architecture, which can adapt and scale as business needs evolve. Initially available as a CMYK device, it offers the flexibility to add light colours and white inks optionally later, enhancing its range and making it one of the most adaptable printers on the market. Its patented media table design features a dimpled surface that supports all media types and facilitates easy positioning, while an innovative catch mechanism improves media feed accuracy and protects against damage during print runs.
Sustainable and Operator-Focused Technology
This printer underscores FUJIFILM's commitment to sustainability with its LED UV curing system that significantly reduces power consumption. Additionally, the intelligent vacuum control system optimises media hold down for various sizes and types, ensuring consistent high-quality output. The Uvijet UH inks, developed specifically for the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED, deliver exceptional adhesion and quality while maintaining low ink usage and environmental compliance with Greenguard Gold and AgBB certifications.
Robust and Reliable
The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED is built on a heavy-duty chassis, which contributes to its substantial weight of 8.3 tons and ensures minimal vibration during operation, further enhancing print quality. Unlike many hybrid printers that use a belt drive, this model features a linear motor head carriage drive, ensuring smooth, fast, and quiet carriage movement, which is essential for maintaining the high quality of prints.
Enhancing Operational Efficiency
The design of the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED is geared towards maximising uptime and ease of use. Features such as dual workspace setups, media tension control buttons on both sides of the machine, and adjustable input media rollers exemplify the thought put into making the printer as user-friendly as possible. The ability to handle single 3.3 m rolls or two rolls each up to 1.6 m wide simultaneously showcases the printer’s readiness to tackle a variety of printing tasks efficiently.
The installation of this first Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED in Africa by FUJIFILM marks a significant advancement for the local printing industry. It not only demonstrates FUJIFILM's innovative leadership but also enhances the printing capabilities of its customers, enabling them to leapfrog to the forefront of technology and market readiness. This printer is a testament to FUJIFILM's ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in graphic communication while supporting its customers' growth and adaptation in an evolving market.
