Newly developed UV-curable inkjet technology for digital inkjet press "KM-1"

Abstract

We have developed a new and unique UV-curable inkjet technology for a sheet-fed off-set like inkjet printer "KM-1", which will bring a new wave of digitalization into the commercial printing world. There were many technical challenges to realize both high-speed and high-quality recording process in a system. We studied the imaging process thoroughly and reached a new and unique UV-curable ink formulation and a process that can cure images at extremely high speed with extremely high definition. To support the ink and the process, we also developed a variety of technologies such as a new durable print head with high nozzle density, an image correction system, and so on. Combined these new technologies, as a synergy of inks, print heads, and system, we have succeeded to develop a new inkjet printing system for digital press market.