GREEN BAY, WI—Paper Converting Machine Co (PCMC), part of Barry-Wehmiller, has announced the launch of its ION digital conversion system.
This new flexible inkjet printing solution provides superior print quality for many platforms, including labels, folding cartons, flexible packaging and other specialty printing markets, according to the company. With industry-leading 1,600 by 1,585 dpi native resolution, the system can print in various modes at speeds up to 668 fpm.
The ION digital conversion system is powered by Memjet’s DuraLink technology. DuraLink combines long-life printheads, pigment ink and flexible modules that can be configured from 8.5-in. print widths up to 60-in. DuraLink’s aqueous pigmented ink set offers a durable, water and light-fast solution for a variety of digital print needs. With these features, PCMC can quickly and easily develop solutions for high-volume commercial, packaging and industrial printing markets.
The ION is a fully modular system and is available as a mono-color print-bar and full-color printing platform with expanded gamut printing.
“We are excited to add ION digital to our product portfolio,” said Rodney Pennings, PCMC’s printing, coating and laminating sales director. “The combination of PCMC’s vast experience in flexographic printing with Memjet’s breakthrough inkjet technology results in a powerful solution for our customers in a variety of print and packaging markets.”