Vanguard Digital Printing Systems, a Durst Group Company, has announced the introduction of Natchez UV LED flatbed—the latest printer in their productivity redefined line. Perfectly designed for speed, precision, and performance that print service providers need, this new Vanguard system is engineered with the most challenging substrates in mind, from wood to corrugated boards. With the ability to add up to three rows of Kyocera 4pl variable-drop printheads, Natchez offers remarkable speeds up to 3,875sqft/hr and resolutions up to 1800 dpi. Combined with an enhanced vacuum table, machined to a flatness of ±50 microns, Natchez delivers precise dot placement and perfect registration from print to print.
Some key features of Natchez include: Enhanced vacuum table with 127,000 1/8th-inch holes for superior media stability; Turbo 5-horsepower blower motor for maximum substrate hold-down; dual-zone vacuum system for simultaneous setup and printing; magnetic linear drive control for precise drop placement for sharper lines and text; optional White + Varnish ink channels in addition to CMYK channels for expanded application versatility; and eco-friendly LED curing system for energy savings and reduced consumables, Natchez is available in two models—Natchez 300 and Natchez 3220.
