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swissQprint’s fifth generation of flatbeds has been touted by the company as “the new era of flatbed printing,” featuring faster speeds and more colour channels
Wide-format manufacturer, swissQprint, has announced the release of its new generation of flatbed printing solutions, which it has labelled “the new era of flatbed printing”.
The new Nyala 5 and Impala 5 flatbed printers, along with the previously released Kudu, form a new line-up that is 23% faster than the previous generation, offering a reported top speed of 341m²/h.
The fifth-generation flatbeds are based on a completely reworked machine concept, with electronics and software included. The machines come equipped with new linear motors designed to make printing performance more precise while also increasing overall speed.
Versatility has been a core focus for swissQprint, with the new print solutions offering roll-to-roll and dual roll options, as well as an ‘oversize’ option for boards up to 4m long.
All models come with ten freely configurable colour channels, upgraded from the previous nine available in the previous generation.
The additional channel was reportedly added in response to customer demand, allowing printers to add multiple channels of the company’s UV-activated ‘neon’ inks.
The Nyala 5 and Impala 5 also offer higher resolution than the fourth-generation models, with the flatbeds’ upgraded print heads operating on a resolution of 1350dpi.
Carmen Eicher, chief sales and marketing officer at swissQprint, says: “Our flatbed Generation 5 is based on the same robust platform as the successful high-end Kudu model, which has proven itself worldwide over the past two years.
“With the new range and the performance spread between the respective models, we are appealing to an even broader customer base.”
The Nyala 5 and Impala 5 will be available for sale from today (January 13th). SwissQprint UK is inviting interested parties to an open house on January 21st and 22nd, where they can see the new machines in operation. Those interested in attending have been encouraged to contact swissQprint UK directly.
The new printers will also be on show at various upcoming trade fairs, including C!Print 2025 in Madrid beginning tomorrow (January 14th).
The new generation will also be unveiled to the UK at The Print Show 2025 in Birmingham, taking place on September 23rd to 25th, 2025.
