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INDUSTRY NEWS www.images-magazine.com 18 images JULY 2019 46.7K tweet impressions May 2019 @imagesmaguk Adelco launches new Cyclone carousels at Itma 2019 Manufacturer Adelco launched the Cyclone automatic screen printing presses at Itma 2019 last month. Adelco showcased its new presses at the event in Barcelona, giving live demonstrations to show the machines’ “ease of use, fast loading times and unbeatable ink stability”. “Adelco’s range of Cyclone high speed automatic printing presses are based upon robust, heavy duty foundations to which bespoke lightweight aluminium extrusions and precision CNC parts are fitted with meticulous attention to details. Adding to this, our advanced control system enables our Cyclone carousel to run pin-point accuracy at extreme speeds whilst still offering incredible value for money,” said the company. Offering various high-speed digital hybrid options, the Cyclone range of presses have a pin-point registration of <+ 0.02mm and are said to be able to print more than 1,000 pieces per hour. They also feature three-way micro- screen adjustment, a load delay pedal, optional built-in LED lights in the print heads, lightweight CNC aluminium pallets with a tool-free quick-release system and CNC print arms with pallet level tolerances. Featuring quick-lock, tool-free squeegees with angle adjustment and flood bars, the new screen printing presses also have twin chopper squeegee pressure cylinders to provide “tool-free control of print pressures” and an individual horizontal screen lift at each print head so that the pallets can remain at a constant height, said the company. The rapid-lock, high-lift screen system is said to provide easy screen-cleaning access and loading of flashes into any print head position. www.adelco.co.uk Mimaki announces global showcase of new hybrid textile printer at Itma 2019 Mimaki Engineering organised the first global showing of its new hybrid digital textile printer in June, at Itma 2019, in Barcelona, Spain. The new printer features both direct-to-textile and direct-to- transfer printing capabilities, and also allows multiple sets of ink to be loaded simultaneously to support “increased fabric range versatility and maximum product variety”, according to the company. At Itma, Mimaki also previewed its new TA Job Controller software, which can be used with all Mimaki digital textile printers and is specifically designed for textile production environments. The new software enables Mimaki users to connect one-on- one to the RIP and other devices for an automated workflow from design to pre-print, print and post print processes. Dutch retail fashion designer Tessa Koops was also on hand at Itma to demonstrate Mimaki’s digital print technology and its use within the fashion industry. www.mimakieurope.com The new Cyclone automatic screen printing presses were launched at Itma New Print & Stitch exhibitors BTC Activewear, Brother Tape Creator and Yoko International will exhibit at all the remaining 2019 Print & Stitch shows. Beechfield will be at all the remaining ones apart from Exeter and Bristol. The shows will take place at Hilton Croydon (11 July), Exeter Racecourse (24 September), Aztec Hotel & Spa, Bristol (17 October) and Novotel, Nottingham/Derby (7 November). They are free to attend and run from 10am to 7pm; registration is open online. www.printandstitch.org