Fujifilm releases new features for its FUJIFILM 42K Printbar System; a configurable inkjet imprinting solution

Lebanon, N.H., June 23, 2021 – FUJIFILM Corporation is pleased to announce the FUJIFILM 42K Printbar System. Due to the rising popularity of its previous product, the Samba® 42000 Printbar System, in direct mail and transactional imprinting, Fujifilm is launching a new version of the system under a new name and with new features and functionality. The 42K Printbar System is also expanding into markets beyond direct mail and transactional print, to include folding carton, corrugated packaging and other industrial applications. The new system is suitable as an add-on inkjet printer, or as an imprinting device for hybrid printing. 

The 42K Printbar System, a single-pass inkjet printing solution, is built to the desired print width by utilizing as many FUJIFILM Samba printheads as needed to meet production needs. The system’s expanded print width enables customers to print anywhere they desire across the press web. As a result, there is no need to reposition individual printbars or manage stitch zones as jobs change.   

The 42K Printbar System’s new options include automatic real time insetting, new digital front end options, simplified mounting configurations, a redundant printhead option for higher print speed or higher optical density, a four-color configuration, a rotating head assembly, and automatic splice avoidance. The 42K Printbar System continues to provide monochrome variable data for text, barcodes, addresses, logos and graphics. Additionally, the system supports PDF/VT file formats, as well as a fluid system sized specifically for each system configuration to minimize floor space. The system uses 1200 dpi Samba print heads—delivering outstanding image quality in font sizes as small as 2 point and 1D barcodes as small as 6.7 mils.

“The next-generation 42K Printbar System, along with its newly released counterpart, X-BAR, provide a broad portfolio of modern, higher reliability options for our direct mail and transactional printing customers. Neither product requires regular refurbishment,” said Stephen Atherton, senior manager of product management and marketing for the Fujifilm Integrated Inkjet Solutions business. “Due to its flexible design architecture, the 42K Printbar System can also be used to effectively support other printing applications such as those in the packaging segment.”

In a single row configuration, this system provides print speeds up to 1,000 feet per minute (300 meters per-minute). It is also now available in a dual row configuration with print speeds up to 1800 feet per minute (548 meters per minute). The system can be adapted into any number of different on-site workflow and software architectures.  

“Print service providers require a supplier who can provide best-in-class performance today while also committing to future investments that lead to ongoing product enhancements,” said Greg Balch, vice president and general manager in charge of the Fujifilm Integrated Inkjet Solutions business. “The 42K Printbar System, with its proven ability to improve productivity and reduce operational costs, has become our flagship product line.”

The 42K Printbar System is available now as a product of Fujifilm Integrated Inkjet Solutions. 

To learn more please visit: inkjet-integration.fujifilm.com

About FUJIFILM Integrated Inkjet Solutions Business

FUJIFILM Integrated Inkjet Solutions’ vision is to be the foremost choice for enabling productivity, sustainability, profitability, and innovation through inkjet printing technology; and to have a reputation for quality, customer focus, flexibility, and performance that far exceeds our customers’ expectations. We serve a diverse range of applications and industry segments. 

FUJIFILM Integrated Inkjet Solutions is an inkjet solution provider within the FUJIFILM Inkjet Business Division. We use system design, engineering and integration in support of a range of legacy and emerging applications in graphic arts and industrial segments.  All this is from a supplier with global technology and service resources in support of our customers.

About FUJIFILM

FUJIFILM Corporation is an operating company of FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation. FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation, Tokyo, Japan, brings cutting edge solutions to a broad range of global industries by leveraging its depth of knowledge and fundamental technologies developed in its relentless pursuit of innovation. Its proprietary core technologies contribute to the various fields including healthcare, highly functional materials, document solutions and imaging products. These products and services are based on its extensive portfolio of chemical, mechanical, optical, electronic and imaging technologies. For the year ended March 31, 2021, the company had global revenues of $21 billion, at an exchange rate of 106 yen to the dollar. Fujifilm is committed to responsible environmental stewardship and good corporate citizenship. For more information, please visit: www.fujifilmholdings.com

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