Durst Group has celebrated the official launch of P5 SMP, all new Super Multi-Pass solution, together with customers from around the world at its site in Lienz, Austria. With this system, Durst introduces a printing solution distinguished by exceptional versatility and performance. The maximum production capacity reaches five million square meters per year. P5 SMP is a hybrid LED multi-pass inkjet system with a printing width of 3.5 meters, designed for both board and roll printing. Based on the proven P5 platform, it provides a powerful alternative to conventional single-pass systems. The P5 SMP was first unveiled at drupa 2024. For the field test, Durst partnered with ARIAN GmbH from Gleisdorf, Austria – a demanding collaborator that defines itself as a service provider for POS campaigns and acts as a global full-service provider.
Robert Posch, Chief Production Officer (CPO) at ARIAN GmbH, emphasized during the event that the P5 SMP has closed a production gap and impressed with its flexibility and reliability. “We have tested over 200 materials in various formats on the P5 SMP. The short setup times and high level of automation help us manage this material mix in practice. With the P5 SMP, we’ve also expanded our production capacities and can respond to customer requests much faster – a decisive success factor in today’s sales environment,” Robert said. In the Lienz Demo Center, visitors experienced live how quickly a complete material change can be performed on the P5 SMP.
