Epson Unveils Advanced SurePress L-6534VW UV Digital Label Press at Labelexpo 2024

India, November 13, 2024 – Epson, a global leader in printing technology, is showcasing its latest UV digital inkjet label press, the SurePress L-6534VW, during this year’s Labelexpo, from November 14-17, 2024, at the India Expo Centre in Greater Noida. This versatile UV digital inkjet label press produces high-quality self-adhesive labels across a wide range of substrates and is ideal for label converters looking to expand their operations. The SurePress L-6534VW is ideal for applications in the FMCG, industrial, cosmetic, pharmaceutical sectors and more.

“The SurePress L-6534VW UV Digital Label Press is a game-changer for commercial label converters. The printer is designed to deliver high-speed printing, versatile substrate compatibility, and cutting-edge technology which enables businesses to meet the increasing demand for high-quality and cost-effective labels. Epson is showcasing this new generation Inkjet label press at Labelexpo, for customers to experience a solution that can enhance operational efficiency while delivering great prints,” said Satyajeet Satpathy, Director of Sales & Marketing, Epson India.

The SurePress L-6534W digital LED UV inkjet press can produce high-quality, durable labels and integrates all of the functions required for label production. The SurePress L-6534VW printer has been engineered to optimize productivity and minimize downtime, offering additional print modes of 30m/min and 50m/min for faster, high-quality print runs. The print heads, inks, LED pinning and curing lamp units, media feeding, and control system are all developed and manufactured by Epson.

Key Features of the SurePress L-6534VW:

• PrecisionCore® Linehead: Enables high-speed, single-pass printing to deliver amazing output quality and durability; digital monitoring system maintains high productivity using Nozzle Verification Technology to automatically manage inkjet nozzles.
• Versatile Substrate Support: SurePress L-6534VW can print on film and paper label substrates, supported by Epson UV ink technology for a wide range of standard flex materials and substrates from adhesive paper and film to single-layer papers, with thicknesses ranging from 80-320 microns. Its corona treater and UV lamp enable printing on heat-sensitive substrates, such as PE and shrink film.
• High-Quality Output: Powered by PrecisionCore TFP linehead technology for superior image quality.
• High-Productivity: The L-6534VW features the PrecisionCore linehead, which delivers high-speed printing with up to 600 x 1200 dpi resolution. By using Epson’s Variable Sized Droplet Technology (VSDT), the press can produce ultra-sharp definitions with droplets as small as 3.2pl, ensuring stunning gradation and grayscale reproduction.

This label printer also minimizes wastage with a short substrate path and reverse feeding function. Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT) detects blocked nozzles and automatically performs head cleaning, ensuring uninterrupted productivity.

• High-Opacity White Ink: Utilizes Epson’s white ink on metallic and clear substrates, ensuring vibrant prints.
• UV LED Pinning: Enhances image sharpness and minimizes dot spread for smoother gradients and text.
• In-Line Digital Varnish: Offers gloss or matte effects, printed either overall or as a pattern or spot varnish.
• Print Monitoring: The Epson Remote Monitoring System (ERMS) allows engineers to provide remote diagnostics of print performance.
• Multiple Speed Modes: L-6534VW offers multiple print speed modes: Productivity Mode (50m/min), Standard Mode (30m/min), High Density Mode (15m/min), and Reverse White Mode (7.6m/min)
• Stable Operation and Easy Maintenance: The press automatically cleans and checks the printhead function using Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT), ensuring seamless operation with minimal operator intervention. The L-6534VW is also equipped with a drum platen for precise web feeding, maintaining accurate color registration and high-quality ink placement.
• Compliance and Durability: SurePress L-6534VW’s inks are fully compliant with the European Framework Regulation (EC No. 1935/2004) for Food Contact Materials (FCM), making it suitable for the food and beverage sector. The press also delivers the durability required for outdoor and industrial environments, with BS5609, UL969, and CSA certifications.