Allen Datagraph launches three digital label systems

Explained Michael Elliot, president, Allen Datagraph: ‘We are expanding our narrow web line of digital label printers to include a new high speed inkjet and an improved LED toner. We are also introducing a new digital label finisher that uses a unique vacuum system to increase both throughput and uptime. All of these technologies are designed to make converters more profitable.’

ADSI iTech Axxis XL
The speed of the new ADSI iTech AXXIS XL digital label printer matches that of the company's wider digital label finisher, the iTech Centra HS. The narrow format (up to 21.5cm/8.5in) finisher can laminate, cut without the need for dies, strip, slit, and rewind labels at speeds of 9.1 m/min (30 feet/min.). It does so by using a unique vacuum accumulator technology. Rather than relying on gravity or mechanically assisted accumulators, the media rides along a ‘pillow of air’, its motion constantly monitored by an array of LEDs and sensors. The vacuum, assisted by its ‘digital eyes’ creates a smoother, faster transport mechanism. Due to fewer moving parts, the reliability has increased as well. Additional new features for narrow web are larger 14in input and output roll capabilities for longer unattended operation, and continuous cutting to provide a smoother slit before the rewind. Like all of ADSI's digital label finishers, the iTech Axxis XL uses SmartMark optical registration technology to assure precise label reproduction, where cuts are accurately registered to the artwork. 

ADSI iTech Cypher
Allen Datagraph has leveraged HP PageWide inkjet technology to create its new ADSI iTech Cypher digital label printer. With resolutions up to 1200 x 2400 the Cypher will produce high quality labels using durable pigment inks for deep blacks and vivid colors. The new, fast roll-to-roll inkjet print engine delivers speeds up to 20 inches per second, and is capable of printing on either pre-die-cut or continuous roll substrates.

ADSI iTech Spectrum

Allen Datagraph is also adding an improved LED toner engine to its product line. Based on the technology used on the company's Axxis HS printer, The iTech Spectrum is a fast narrow web digital label printer, capable of printing up to 7.6 meters per minute (25 feet per minute), in part due to an improved, straight-through paper path. The new cutting path also lets the iTech Spectrum print more efficiently and helps contribute to a lower acquisition cost, says the company. High quality labels are assured at 600 x 1200 dpi. The printer is delivered with a Wasatch RIP with a number of additional features, such as cost estimating, variable data capability (optional), custom color profiling and spot color replacement. The ADSI iTech Spectrum printer is also capable of printing on either pre-die-cut or continuous roll substrates.