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Sydney, Australia, May 22, 2012 - Roland DG Australia, a leading supplier of solutions to the Sign, Display and Graphics Arts industry, recently unveiled their new look vehicles for their NSW and Victorian Service Technicians. The vehicles have been updated with a vibrant new design to represent the Roland DG Care branding and to particularly demonstrate the application of the award winning ESL3-MT Eco Solvent Metallic ink.

The designs were printed with the versatile Roland VersaCAMM VS-640 printer/cutter, using the 3M IJ-180CV3 media. The metallic ink combined with the 3M 8518 gloss laminate made for spectacular results which are sure to turn heads as the vehicles are out on the open road.

"As the brand we aim to inspire our users to try and to achieve new applications," said John Wall, Sales Director at Roland DG Australia. "With so many Roland users specialising in this area, there is a lot of pressure to do it well and create something inspiring. If nothing else, the new wraps demonstrate the striking metallic effects that can be achieved with metallic ink, and we hope to inspire our customers to find similar success in creating new opportunities with the metallic solutions".

The world's first metallic eco-solvent ink was released in late 2009 for the SOLJET PRO III XC-540MT printer/cutter. After winning a prestigious DPI award for Best Ink in 2009, Roland DG also released the revolutionary new VersaCAMM VS Series in 2010 with the metallic ink option. The VS Series with the famous Roland print & cut functionality, metallic ink and now available with a double white ink option, is fast becoming a very popular machine for sign writers, particularly with those who specialise in vehicle wrapping.

Clayton Ockerby and his experienced team at Pivot Creative made easy work of the wraps, and were impressed with the vibrant colours and application of the metallic ink. "We produce & install dozens of vehicle wraps a month, so we see plenty of different designs and applications" said Clayton. "We really liked the vibrant blue in these new Roland wraps, and the application of the metallic ink was quite impressive. Our Roland XC-540 has never let us down, but seeing this impressive metallic application definitely challenges me to think about an upgrade to the XC-540MT metallic option."

The recently expanded Roland DG service fleet is an integral part of the Roland DG Care customer support programme. Roland DG Service Engineers travel thousands of kilometres each week to visit customers, provide technical advice and perform regular maintenance as part of the Roland DG extended warranty programme. Keep an eye out for the new look Roland service vehicles at your next service, driving around Sydney or Melbourne, or visit one of the Roland DG Creative Centres to view the vehicles and a vast range of other unique applications produced by Roland DG.

To see more photos of the new Roland wraps visit the Roland DG Flickr gallery.

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Sydney, Australia, April 23, 2012 - Roland DG Australia, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers, printer/cutters and 3D milling and engraving solutions, today announced the appointment of a new National Service Manager, Solomon Ferreira.

Roland DG welcomes Solomon back to the Roland DG family, having worked previously at Roland DG New Zealand as Business Development Manager for 3D and Education. Staying close to the Roland brand since then, Solomon has most recently worked at Roland DG's New Zealand partner, Aarque Graphics in the role of National Service Delivery Manager, overseeing Aarque's extensive national service network. Solomon brings to this new role over 20 years of experience in technical services, training, education and development with various companies around the world.

Having now moved to Sydney, Solomon will be working with the team to improve operational efficiencies in order to take the Roland DG Care program to the next level and deliver superior customer service and technical support to the market.

"Our comprehensive service and support programme, Roland DG Care, is something that sets Roland DG products apart," says Wall. "We know the value of getting it right, and the cost of getting it wrong. So we are working hard to make sure our Roland DG Care programme is rigid, effective, and reliable and sets a new high standard in the industry for service and support."

For more information Roland DG Care visit www.rolanddgcare.com.au .

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Sydney, Australia, April 23, 2012 - Roland DG Corp., a leading worldwide provider of wide-format inkjet printers and printer/cutters, has introduced two new VersaART 64-inch (1625mm) inkjet printers: the RE-640 eco-solvent model for worldwide distribution, and the RA-640* aqueous model for distribution in China and Korea where large format aqueous inkjets are widely used.

"The new VersaART printer line was designed to meet the demands of today's global marketplace by providing high-speed printing and impressive colour reproduction at an affordable price point," said Conrad Birkett, Roland DG business development manager. "Sign shops and print providers across western countries will appreciate the performance features, versatility and outstanding overall value offered by our eco-solvent RE-640. The RA-640 addresses the demands of emerging markets by combining our most advanced technologies into an aqueous inkjet platform, widely used in these countries."

The new VersaART RE-640 (front) and RA-640 (rear)

Engineered for long, unattended production runs, the new VersaART line features Roland's latest print head technology for outstanding image quality. The VersaART's unique eight-channel print head accurately reproduces the finest details while delivering vibrant high-density colours for flawless photographic reproductions, smooth gradations and superb contrast. A mirrored dual CMYK ink configuration (CMYKKYMC) produces unrivaled colour consistency, even in the fastest print modes - 33m2/h for the RA-640 and 23.1 m2/h for the RE-640. In fact, with the new VersaArt series, the image quality achieved in high-speed mode equals that of the previous model's standard mode. As a result, high-quality prints can be produced much faster.

VersaART RE-640/RA-640 Features:

• 64-inch (1625mm) wide-format inkjet printer line, available in two models:
  • RE-640, featuring ECO-SOL MAX ink
  • RA-640*, equipped with aqueous ink
• Four colours (dual CMYK) offered in both models
• The industry's most advanced print head technology for exceptional print quality
  • Variable droplet control produces droplets in seven different sizes to accurately reproduce every detail
  • Mirrored eight-channel ink configuration ensures colour consistency at all print speeds
  • Roland Intelligent Pass Control virtually eliminates banding
• Maximum print speeds
  • 23.1m2/hr. for the RE-640
  • 33m2/hr. for the RA-640
• Easy maintenance and low running costs
  • Automated cleaning function preserves the print head while minimizing ink consumption
  • A dual-wiping system effectively removes dust and debris from the print head to reduce maintenance requirements
• Powerful, easy-to-use Roland VersaWorks® RIP software
  • Media profiles that automatically adjust the colour, amount of ink and other factors critical to print quality
  • Easy-to-use interface for quality results from the very first print
• Energy Star and Roland ECO label certified for environmentally-friendly operation and long-term performance
• Unmatched service and support with Roland DG Care, Academy and Creative Center

Service and Support Resources

For added value, Roland products are backed by Roland DG Care, providing reliable, world-class service and support for all Roland products over their lifespan. Roland DG Academy teaches everything from printer basics to advanced production techniques, applications and more. The Roland DG Creative Center is an extensive online gallery of real-world applications and a great source of inspiration for new creative ideas.

* The RA-640 model is currently not available in the Australian/NewZealand market.

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