Fuji Xerox Australia has launched two new presses for the production colour market. The Versant 3100 and the Versant 180 presses are designed to offer end-to-end finishing capability and expanded new services in-house, which in turn boost profits and flexibility.
The Versant 3100 press is designed to make the work of print professionals effortless, accurate and efficient. It is capable of printing at 100 ppm with 2,400 dpi fine resolution. Its extensive paper handling capability ranges from 52 to 350gsm. Automatic image control with the in-line sensor also reduces operational load.
The Versant 180 press delivers a print productivity of 80 ppm, 2,400 dpi fine resolution, and the same paper handling capability as the Versant 3100.
Both presses combine the newly developed optional Finisher D6 to meet finishing needs in both variety as well as quality. The compact size easily fits into limited spaces and offers a comprehensive range of features including stacking, stapling, cover page insertion and paper folding amongst others allowing print professionals to offer a full range of services, all under one roof.
With the addition of the Finisher D6 with Booklet Maker, Crease/Two-sided Trimmer D1 and SquareFold Trimmer D1, the process of creating high quality booklets is simplified through increased automation. With fewer touch points and less intervention, the conventional method of manually setting up margins and placing images is no longer an issue.
The GX Print Server, first introduced to the Versant series in 2015, is now equipped with the latest RIP technology APPE3 allowing finer gradations to be printed as well as providing improved operability, and accelerating the print on demand procedure through improved image quality and operational efficiency.
“Building on the success of the Versant platform, these presses are engineered to provide ‘whole of job' capability and greater efficiency when it comes to varied finishing needs of print providers,” said Mark Brown, production technology manager, Fuji Xerox Australia. “The new presses are a total print solution that includes simple affordable in-line finishing and all in one booklet making to automate processes, reduce costs, and ultimately streamline operator workflows.
“By combining best in class hardware technology, software and our extensive support services, we are making it easier than ever for the production market to further expand their business and explore expanded opportunities in this finishing space.”
Mackay-based Payne Print is the first business in Australia to install the Versant 180 press and has seen firsthand the impact on quicker set up and turnaround times and less wastage. The press allows Payne Print to dramatically cut down complex print runs from days to a matter of hours, delivering the same quality without a complicated set up process and any wastage.
According to Payne Print manager Scott Mason the new machine offers more capabilities and personalisation for customers. "An average print run for a 1000 flyers can be done in a matter of hours as opposed to booking it in, finding a spot on the press and having it done over two or three days," he said. "This is a new level of quality."