Australia-based Label Image has invested in a Durst Tau 330 E UV inkjet press, which has allowed the company to bring the majority of its outsourced work back in house. Nick and Emma Godwin, who acquired Label Image in 2015, chose the machine as it complemented their conventional label printing systems well.
‘We first assessed the basics of adaptability, reliability, quality and the opportunities offered to enhance client offerings,’ explained Mr Godwin. ‘The Durst Tau 330 E ticked all those boxes and more. Its productivity, print quality and colour consistency were stand out capabilities.
‘During the extensive decision-making process the growth potential for Label Image was crucial. We considered the option of additional services and offerings but also wanted a return on investment (ROI) model that made sense and allowed us to scale-up to meet future demand. We also recognised that having a lower capital cost press doesn’t always equate to a lower total cost of print.’
‘The Durst Tau is remarkable at reducing media waste,’ Mrs Godwin added. ‘We can print a press proof and rewind the media to the next label start point and immediately begin printing with no waste. This means the first label is a billable label, reducing waste and costs, something I have not seen on any other press to date. Nor have I seen this level of image quality on any other inkjet press.’
Aside from ROI, other factors the company considered included the white ink opacity achieved in the single pass print process, as well as the broad range of media the press could handle without the mess, cost or sourcing of primers or post coatings on materials. The press itself has no blankets or transfer components that could compromise printed colour or densities and it is coupled with the Durst Workflow Label system.
