ARC UK Invests in Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED: Enhancing Production with Sustainability and Innovation
Highlights
- Investment in Technology: ARC UK has invested in the Fujifrix Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED, installed at its Dartford headquarters, significantly enhancing its wide-format printing capabilities.
- Local Commitment: The printer and inks are designed and produced locally in Kent, showcasing ARC’s support for local businesses while serving clients nationwide.
- Expanded Capabilities: The hybrid technology allows printing on both rigid and flexible media, supporting applications such as packaging, fabric printing, signage, and event graphics.
- Sustainability Focus: The investment aligns with ARC’s environmental goals, reducing energy consumption and chemical usage while increasing production efficiency.
- Enhanced Efficiency: The printer offers high-speed printing (up to 315 m²/hr) and excellent print resolution (1200 x 1200 dpi), improving throughput and business performance.
- Industry Recognition: ARC won the Wide Format category at the Innovation Print Awards 2024, solidifying its reputation for high-quality, sustainable, and innovative print solutions.
A Game-Changing Investment
ARC UK, a leading provider of wide-format digital print and creative design services, has made a significant investment in the Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED. Installed at its Dartford headquarters, this cutting-edge printer was designed and developed at Fujifilm’s Wide Format Inkjet Headquarters in Broadstairs, Kent. The inks used in the printer are also produced locally, emphasizing ARC’s commitment to supporting local businesses while delivering high-quality services to clients across the UK.
The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED represents a major step forward in ARC’s mission to combine innovation with sustainability. The printer’s hybrid technology enables high-quality printing on both rigid and flexible media, making it ideal for a wide range of applications, including packaging, fabric printing, signage, and event graphics. This versatility has allowed ARC to expand its service offerings and take on more complex projects.
Sustainability at the Core
Sustainability is a cornerstone of ARC’s business strategy, and the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED aligns perfectly with this vision. The printer’s LED curing technology significantly reduces energy consumption and chemical usage while maintaining high production volumes. This has enabled ARC to enhance its operational efficiency and reduce its environmental impact.
Ross Snell, Vice President EMEA at ARC, highlights the printer’s role in the company’s sustainability efforts: “The hybrid capability allows us to do more in-house, reducing outsourcing and associated emissions. It’s been a game-changer for us in terms of efficiency and sustainability.”
Enhanced Efficiency and Performance
The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED offers impressive speed and print quality, with a printing speed of up to 315 m²/hr and a resolution of 1200 x 1200 dpi. These features have significantly improved ARC’s throughput and business performance, enabling the company to meet client demands more effectively.
Darren Moorhouse, Head of Sales EMEA at ARC, emphasizes the printer’s impact: “It prints remarkably high quality on both rigid and flexible media, and thanks to its LED curing technology, it has massively increased our throughput and transformed our business, all while lowering our energy consumption.”
Industry Recognition and Future Outlook
ARC’s investment in the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED has already garnered industry recognition. The company won the Wide Format category at the Innovation Print Awards 2024, further cementing its reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable, and innovative print solutions.
Shaun Holdom, Business Development Manager at Fujifilm, praises ARC’s commitment to excellence: “ARC invests in the best printing technology, enabling it to take on any project. We’re proud to support its journey as it expands its capabilities with the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED.”
Conclusion
ARC UK’s investment in the Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED underscores its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and local business support. The printer’s advanced technology has expanded ARC’s capabilities, improved efficiency, and reduced its environmental impact, positioning the company as a leader in the UK’s competitive print market. With a focus on delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions, ARC is well-equipped to meet the evolving needs of its clients and continue its growth trajectory.
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