Inks introduces innovative direct-to-film printer

Inks, a supplier of wide-format, industrial, promotional, textile and apparel digital ink markets, has announced the debut of its innovative 24” XPD-924 Direct-to-Film (DTF) Printer at Drupa 2024, taking place in Dusseldorf, Germany from May 28 – June 7, 2024. This new groundbreaking innovation is a high-precision heavy duty aluminum rail system which provides high quality and stable printing.

STS’s CTO Shahar Turgeman said, “To create the industry’s finest hand feel transfers, the STS Inks 24” XPD-924 DTF Printer features complete turnkey solutions. Built for professionals by professionals, this advanced technology produces exceptional transfers that are super soft and colorful, with excellent elasticity and washability.”

This printer offers true quality and consistency in every print being the fastest dual-head printer on the market. It utilizes staggered dual AccuFine HD printheads for enhanced productivity, delivering high-quality transfers with smooth gradations and fine line on various materials like cotton, polyester, nylon, fleece, denim.

STS’s CEO Adam Shafran said, “What allows this printer and new ink formula to stand head and shoulders above its predecessors and competition. It’s not only the evident speed and quality performance but also its ability to print effectively in more challenging printing environments. This innovation enables the printer to perform well across a broader temperature range, overcoming limitations that previously posed challenges.”

The device has a built-in white ink circulation system that operates continuously, ensuring a seamless flow of ink. This feature drastically reduces the likelihood and the need for maintenance, resulting in increased uptime and greater profitability.

What makes this printer instantly ready for production are the pre-installed high quality color profiles at various resolutions to match STS’ inks and film. It also features built-in sensors for operator-driven automatic bi-directional page feed alignments to enhance operations.