PUTTING SUSTAINABILITY FIRST WITH CANON

The current economic climate has brought with it many challenges, but we at Canon are committed to a long-term strategy for the future that helps to strengthen the print industry. This has been guided by our corporate philosophy of Kyosei -our aspiration to help create a society in which all people live and work together for the common good, which in turn has meant putting sustainability at the heart of our manufacturing processes.

The current economic climate has brought with it many challenges, but we at Canon are committed to a long-term strategy for the future that helps to strengthen the print industry. This has been guided by our corporate philosophy of Kyosei - our aspiration to help create a society in which all people live and work together for the common good, which in turn has meant putting sustainability at the heart of our manufacturing processes.

We are also passionate about innovating for a better world, which means we invest heavily in R&D –with 8% of our global revenue being reinvested back into developing new products. Our commitment to the market and creating technologically advanced products was a key motivator for our most recent launches at this year’s FESPA, with the new Colorado M-series and a new addition to the Arizona flatbed printer family. We’re proud to have the most well-established technology in the marketplace, thanks to our fantastic people and a company ethos that’s built upon a shared aim of continuous improvement.

We are also passionate about innovating for a better world, which means we invest heavily in R&D –with 8% of our global revenue being reinvested back into developing new products. Our commitment to the market and creating technologically advanced products was a key motivator for our most recent launches at this year’s FESPA, with the new Colorado M-series and a new addition to the Arizona flatbed printer family. We’re proud to have the most well-established technology in the marketplace, thanks to our fantastic people and a company ethos that’s built upon a shared aim of continuous improvement.

Putting Sustainability At The Heart Of Large Format Print

Putting Sustainability At The Heart Of Large Format Print

From a sustainability perspective, we’re committed to all of our production range devices being built to last - to prolong their lifetime, save on resources and limit our impact on the planet. We extend the life of our products wherever possible through refurbishment and remanufacturing, as well as reusing as many materials as possible from devices at end of life. This enables us to reduce waste and contribute towards the circular economy.

From a sustainability perspective, we’re committed to all of our production range devices being built to last - to prolong their lifetime, save on resources and limit our impact on the planet. We extend the life of our products wherever possible refurbishment and remanufacturing, as well as reusing as many materials as possible from devices at end of life. This enables us to reduce waste and contribute towards the circular economy.

Another key consideration across our sustainability strategy is investing in technologies to make our devices as energy efficient as possible. Our UVgel ink and printhead production facility, for instance, was designed for maximum energy savings by reusing cooling capacity and warming air with a heat exchange unit.

Another key consideration across our sustainability strategy is investing in technologies to make our devices as energy efficient as possible. Our UVgel ink and printhead production facility, for instance, was designed for maximum energy savings by reusing cooling capacity and warming air with a heat exchange unit.

The traditional method of drying ink (water or solvent based) is evaporation by applying heat, which uses more energy and is less efficient. In comparison, UV LED curing systems generate intense light with minimal power consumption, while emitting very little heat and offering long lifetimes. Canon UVgel ink delivers pin-sharp image quality and consistent colour, while its instant drying properties enable immediate cutting and finishing, and its ultra-durability removes the need for lamination. Compared to other ink technologies, such as latex or eco-solvent inks, UVgel technology consumes up to 40% less ink to build up the same image quality and colour intensity.

turn, opens up greater possibilities for printing on heatsensitive materials. Greater functionality from curing in this manner, reduces the risk of distorting materials and greatly improves productivity.

turn, opens up greater possibilities for printing on heatsensitive materials. Greater functionality from curing in this manner, reduces the risk of distorting materials and greatly improves productivity.

Furthermore, with UVgel technology, customers can print on environmentally responsible materials such as PVC-free and paper-based media, even uncoated. LED lamps are also easier to dispose of, making them practical and more environmentally friendly.

Furthermore, with UVgel technology, customers can print on environmentally responsible materials such as PVC-free and paper-based media, even uncoated. LED lamps are also easier to dispose of, making them practical and more environmentally friendly.

CANON’S NEW COLORADO M-SERIES -MODULARITY WITH HASSLE-FREE WHITE INK AND ADVANCED FINISHES

CANON’S NEW COLORADO M-SERIES - MODULARITY WITH HASSLE-FREE WHITE INK AND ADVANCED FINISHES

We’re extremely proud to add to our award-wining Colorado platform with a new M-series device. This strong addition to our portfolio marks the first rollto-roll large format graphics printer platform that is modular in speed configuration and media handling. It also introduces the new UVgel white ink option, which enables customers to benefit from UVgel’s renowned performance advantages while substantially expanding the range of applications available.

We’re extremely proud to add to our award-wining Colorado platform with a new M-series device. This strong addition to our portfolio marks the first rollto-roll large format graphics printer platform that is modular in speed configuration and media handling. It also introduces the new UVgel white ink option, which enables customers to benefit from UVgel’s renowned performance advantages while substantially expanding the range of applications available.

UV LED curing systems can be switched on or off near-instantly, so printers only need to switch them on during the actual printing cycle. The technology utilises cold curing, which minimises the need for heat, and in

The traditional method of drying ink (water or solvent based) is evaporation by applying heat. In comparison, UV LED curing systems generate intense light with minimal power consumption, while emitting very little heat and offering long lifetimes. Canon UVgel ink delivers pin-sharp image quality and consistent colour, while its instant drying properties enable immediate cutting and finishing, and its ultra-durability removes the need for lamination. Compared to other ink technologies, such as latex or eco-solvent inks, UVgel technology consumes up to 40% less ink to build up the same image quality and colour intensity. LED switched near-instantly, so printers only need to switch them on the technology for in

Ever since they entered the market, Colorado printers with UVgel ink have set the highest standards for speed, quality and productivity. On top of these business-critical performance features, the Colorado M-series is a smart, environmentally responsible investment that enables large format graphics providers to tap into lucrative growth markets. With its modularity and the addition of an easy-care white ink option, the new Colorado M-series is the growth engine that businesses can rely on to level up their capabilities and turn ideas into reality.

Ever since they entered the market, Colorado printers with UVgel ink have set the highest standards for speed, quality and productivity. On top of these business-critical performance features, the Colorado M-series is a smart, environmentally responsible investment that enables large format graphics providers to tap into lucrative growth markets. With its modularity and the addition of an easy-care white ink option, the new Colorado M-series is the growth engine that businesses can rely on to level up their capabilities and turn ideas into reality.

The modularity and the in-field upgradeability of the M-series makes it a more sustainable solution as customers can scale up the printer’s speed and capabilities with their business without replacing the core print device. Various options and add-ons enables Print Service Providers (PSPs) to configure the perfect machine for their customers, with a choice of output speeds - Colorado M3 or M5 (cruising speed of 29m²/ hr and 40m²/hr and maximum print speed of 111m²/hr and 159m²/hr respectively) - and the option to upgrade from one speed to the other either temporarily for production peaks or permanently, making it a futureproof solution.

The modularity and the in-field upgradeability of the M-series makes it a more sustainable solution as customers can scale up the printer’s speed and capabilities with their business without replacing the core print device. Various options and add-ons enables Print Service Providers (PSPs) to configure the perfect machine for their customers, with a choice of output speeds - Colorado M3 or M5 (cruising speed of 29m²/ hr and 40m²/hr and maximum print speed of 111m²/hr and 159m²/hr respectively) - and the option to upgrade from one speed to the other either temporarily for production peaks or permanently, making it a futureproof solution.

The introduction of hassle-free white UVgel ink maximises the scope for customers to benefit from UVgel’s renowned performance advantages for a full spectrum of premium graphics and décor applications –for example window graphics, labels and wallpaper. With this addition, and with new media detection sensor technology, the Colorado M-series enables users to expand their typical product offering and break into new markets.

The introduction of hassle-free white UVgel ink maximises the scope for customers to benefit from UVgel’s renowned performance advantages for a full spectrum of premium graphics and décor applications – for example window graphics, labels and wallpaper. With this addition, and with new media detection sensor technology, the Colorado M-series enables users to expand their typical product offering and break into new markets.

In addition, the M-Series also includes FLXfinish+, enabling our customers to create high quality prints in both matte and gloss – or even both on one print. Customers won’t need to change inks, media or an extra varnish channel – a truly unique technology which will help to deliver greater colour depth and high-end finishes for a variety of applications.

In addition, the M-Series also includes FLXfinish+, enabling our customers to create high quality prints in both matte and gloss – or even both on one print. Customers won’t need to change inks, media or an extra varnish channel – a truly unique technology which will help to deliver greater colour depth and high-end finishes for a variety of applications.

NEW ARIZONA 1300 GTF & XTF

Following on from the Colorado M-series launch, as well as the successful launch of the Arizona 2300 in 2020, we unveiled a new addition to our Arizona flatbed printer family at FESPA in May.

NEW ARIZONA 1300 GTF & XTF

Following on from the Colorado M-series launch, as well as the successful launch of the Arizona 2300 in 2020, we unveiled a new addition to our Arizona flatbed printer family at FESPA in May.

The new Arizona 1300 series of flatbed printers for growing mid volumes now includes our award winning Arizona FLOW technology, which allows users to print pin-sharp, high-value print applications. With this technology, it is now quicker to change media and board sizes, making it the ideal solution for printing many short-run jobs spread throughout the day. This market leading technology will also enable our customers to produce commercial quality prints faster, as there will be no vacuum zones and a reduced need for masking and taping – which in turn greatly increases productivity.

The new Arizona 1300 series of flatbed printers for growing mid volumes now includes our award winning Arizona FLOW technology, which allows users to print pin-sharp, high-value print applications. With this technology, it is now quicker to change media and board sizes, making it the ideal solution for printing many short-run jobs spread throughout the day. This market leading technology will also enable our customers to produce commercial quality prints faster, as there will be no vacuum zones and a reduced need for masking and taping – which in turn greatly increases productivity.

This enables Large Format Graphics printers and other PSPs to offer customers a wide range of applications for the retail, hospitality, interior décor, packaging, and industrial market segments. This includes handling applications across an extensive array of rigid and flexible media, such as cardboard, wood or glass - as well as irregular -shaped substrates - more easily and more productively.

This enables Large Format Graphics printers and other PSPs to offer customers a wide range of applications for the retail, hospitality, interior décor, packaging, and industrial market segments. This includes handling applications across an extensive array of rigid and flexible media, such as cardboard, wood or glass - as well as irregular -shaped substrates - more easily and more productively.

This flow table system belongs to the 5th generation of the Arizona series and is based on years of proven experience, with more than 7,500 installations of the market-leading Arizona flatbed printer worldwide. The outstanding productivity, print quality and application versatility, as well as smart innovations in additional print modes, ease-of-use, workflow optimisation and UV-LED curing technology will open up new commercial opportunities for companies looking to stay ahead of the competition in Large Format Graphics printing solutions.

workflow software. PRISMAelevate XL is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use software application that enables Large Format Graphics designers and PSP’s to create tactile print applications and produce outstanding-quality textured prints and so enhance and expand their product offering.

Canon also announced a new innovation for the Arizona printer range as part of the PRISMA XL Suite of workflow software. PRISMAelevate XL is a sophisticated yet easy-to-use software application that enables Large Format Graphics designers and PSP’s to create tactile print applications and produce outstanding-quality textured prints and so enhance and expand their product offering.

Using patented Advanced Layer Printing System (ALPS) technology in combination with the Arizona mid-volume flatbed printers, PRISMAelevate XL makes it possible to print intelligent layers of ink to create unparalleled quality in high-resolution color, adding stunning tactile elements to print applications.

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Using patented Advanced Layer Printing System (ALPS) technology in combination with the Arizona mid-volume flatbed printers, PRISMAelevate XL makes it possible to print intelligent layers of ink to create unparalleled quality in high-resolution color, adding stunning tactile elements to print applications.

Looking To The Future

Looking To The Future

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This flow table system belongs to the 5th generation of the Arizona series and is based on years of proven experience, with more than 7,500 installations of the market-leading Arizona flatbed printer worldwide. The outstanding productivity, print quality and application versatility, as well as smart innovations in additional print modes, ease-of-use, workflow optimisation and UV-LED curing technology will open up new commercial opportunities for companies looking to stay ahead of the competition in Large Format Graphics printing solutions.

Taking a step back from our product and software lineup, and looking more closely at our long-term sustainability strategy, we are committed to being net zero by 2050 in alignment with Canon Inc.’s global sustainability commitments. Since 2008, we have been working towards a number of product-based and corporate emissions targets for 2030, where we often exceed our annual targets. For example, against the target of a 3% average annual improvement in the index of lifecycle CO2 emissions per product unit, we realised an average annual improvement of 4.3% between 2008 and 2022a cumulative total improvement of 43%.

Canon also announced a new innovation for the Arizona printer range as part of the PRISMA XL Suite of

Taking a step back from our product and software lineup, and looking more closely at our long-term sustainability strategy, we are committed to being net zero by 2050 in alignment with Canon Inc.’s global sustainability commitments. Against the target of a 3% the product between cumulative 43%. our –are to closely our print industry this year.

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We’re continuously looking at ways to limit the environmental impact across our design, procurement, operations, processes and distribution – whilst building market-leading and best-in-class products. We are excited to continue driving our sustainability goals within our production print portfolio and working closely with our customers to drive further growth for the print industry this year.