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Direct Color Systems DCS Printers
DCS E-Newsletter November 2014
ADA/Braille and EasyCyl Capabilities are Now More Affordable Than Ever!

Economical production-level machines

The new line of Direct Jet UV LED Printers has entry level models that make these industry-best capabilities much more accessible. Contact your authorized DCS sales representative today for complete package details.

Direct Jet 1018UVMVP2
Equally as fast and equipped with all of the same features as its bigger counterparts, the 1018UVMVP2 with a 2" (51mm) maximum substrate height is an ideal entry-level solution for ADA/Braille Signage production. You can produce a 6" x 8" (152mm x 203mm) Men's Room sign in as little as 3 minutes and 50 seconds!
ADA Sign Printer
Direct Jet 1018UVHS6
Check out the 1018UVHS6 model which is now compatible with the EasyCyl attachment. Ideal for printing on cylindrical items like wine, beer and water bottles, along with industrial items like pipes and fittings, this machine is capable of printing a 5" (127mm) x 5" (127mm) logo in under 3 minutes.
Bottle Printing with the EasyCyl Attachment

If these types of capabilities were out of reach before, now is the time to act and take advantage of these entry-level priced models. Contact your authorized DCS sales representative today for complete pricing details.

Located in the USA? These machines may qualify for the Section 179 Federal Income Tax Deduction:

  • Write off up to $25,000 by purchasing or leasing equipment prior to December 31, 2014
  • Potential of up to $10,000 in cash savings*
  • Time is running out. Don't miss the opportunity to save your tax dollars!

Click here to view more information on these new printers,
or to request a demo or custom printed sample.

* Cash savings are estimates only. Always consult your tax advisor for complete details on your specific financial opportunity.

 
PRINTOVATORS™ – PromoTec, Inc.
Fact: DCS PRINTOVATORS DO MORE with their Direct Jet UV LED printers. They develop more applications, produce more products and generate more profits.
   

DCS Printovators Program

PromoTec, Inc. - USA

PromoTec, Inc.
5765 Winfield Blvd, Suite 6
San Jose, CA 95123
USA
Phone: 408-701-3588
djkees@promotecinc.com
www.promotecinc.com

PromoTec - Promotional Products, Personalized Products, Custom GiftsPromoTec services many promotional product distributors, medical device companies, educational material suppliers and electronic component manufacturers. They started in 2004 by printing USB drives and quickly expanded into contract decorating for multiple markets.

"Our philosophy is to try anything," says Dan Kees, President of PromoTec. "We often get orders that clients were told could not be done. We like proving that idea wrong."

One look at www.promotecinc.com and visitors can't help but be impressed with not only the company's commitment and focus to meeting customer demand, but also their breadth of experience and the equipment they have on hand to deliver on their promises.

"Our success has been based on exceptional service, quick turnarounds, high quality decorating, and competitive pricing. Our 1024UVMVP is a major part of that," Kees explains. "We have a lot of equipment here that we expect to run at optimal levels. I like dealing directly with the manufacturer for support and service. Along with that, the DCS printers seem to be built more solidly than others on the market."

Many Direct Jet 1024UVMVP customers believe that their machine is the most versatile UV LED printer on the market, and PromoTec is no different.

"I chose DCS because we truly believe that they have the most versatile machine," Kees said. "The tall print height and large bed allow us to print a wide variety of products. It has allowed us to expand our product decorating methods much further than traditional printing options allow. Being able to print W + CMYK + Clear all in one pass allows us to print dark products and materials that we could not print otherwise. We can also run smaller orders profitably and offer variable data prints."

Visit www.promotecinc.com or contact Dan Kees at djkees@promotecinc.com for more information on PromoTec or to discuss how this truly customer-centric company can meet your needs. Go ahead, visit their site – you are sure to be impressed with their capabilities.

Is your company a PRINTOVATOR?
Click here for program benefits and to begin your submission.

 
SGIA 2014 Recap

SGIA RecapBooth #3041 was a busy place at SGIA 2014. We would like to thank everyone who visited us out in Las Vegas as the feedback, interest and sample requests we received related to our new line of UVMVP printers was overwhelming.

Over the course of the 3-day show, we produced hundreds and hundreds of ADA-compliant/Braille signage, TEXTUR3D™ phone case and water and wine bottle samples.

Not only did our entire staff enjoy touring the floor to see the latest and greatest in specialty graphics, but each and every one of us valued the conversations that took place with fellow exhibitors and attendees alike. Our hope is that people left Las Vegas, and especially our booth, inspired about the possibilities that a UV LED printer can provide to their business.

If you want to see these samples produced again, have further questions about the samples you may have taken home, or have other members of your staff who you would like to see these new UV LED printer breakthroughs, please contact us to schedule a demonstration or request a sample.

 
The DCS UV LED Printing Blog is Now Live

DO MORE with UV LED Printers blog.

Developed as a resource for those researching or simply interested in UV LED printing technology, our blog is an online resource for topical and technical articles on the UV LED printer industry and limitless applications of these machines.

Frequently updated, the blog will feature content for all levels of technological knowledge and ability. With posts highlighting specific applications, readers will be exposed to new markets and application ideas that have the ability to enhance their business.

In addition to unique application posts, there will be general content like Can I Print on That? and The Many Uses of UV LED Printers to help educate those looking at this technology for the first time. Bookmark it now and check back often. You won't want to miss what this blog has to offer:

www.directcolorsystems.com/blog/

 
Tech Tip: ADA/Braille Application Guide
DCS Tech Tips

ADA/Braille Application GuideThis Tech Tip is intended to guide any user through the ADA/Braille printing process from beginning to end. It is important for the user to understand all of the components that make it possible. This guide will provide you with all of the tools necessary to produce remarkable ADA signs.

It is divided into three main sections; hardware, substrate selection and software. After reading this guide, you will understand how simple it is to produce ADA/Braille signs with a DCS Direct Jet UV LED printer.

Click here for this easy-to-follow ADA/Braille Application Guide (PDF).

   
To view our full archive of free DCS Tech Tips, please visit our website »
 
Technical Services Corner: For Millennium Customers – 82100 & 72100 Ribbons Have Been Discontinued

Note to all Millennium customers: The 82100 and 72100 ribbons have been discontinued due to a decrease in vendor volume. If the production of these ribbons was to continue, an unavoidable and substantial price increase would occur. A replacement YMCKO ribbon is now available for immediate use.

A limited quantity of the 82100 and 72100 ribbons may be available for purchase. Please contact orders@directcolorsystems.com for current availability.

The replacement ribbons for customers who originally purchased the discontinued ribbons are the 82101 and 72101 YMCKO ribbons. Prior to using the 82101 and 72101 YMCKO ribbons, Millennium customers must make a ribbon change in their driver:

» Instructions for Badger and Millennium 560/575/590 Customers (PDF file)

» Instructions for Millennium 700 Series Customers:

Step 1: Update Printer Firmware (ZIP file)

Step 2: Printer Driver Set Up Instructions for the YMCKO Ribbon (PDF file)

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the DCS Technical Support team at 860-829-1027 or techsupport@directcolorsystems.com.

 
Software Updates

IS YOUR SOFTWARE UP TO DATE?

Latest Build Versions (Release Date):
     Color Byte RIP 9.1 Build 3 (Rel: 2/6/14)
     Front End Build: 10588M* (Rel: 2/6/14)
     Back End Build: 5227* (Rel: 2/6/14)

 

Latest Printer Package Versions (Release Date):
     1024UVMVP15: 4.103 (Rel: 10/30/14)
     1024UVMVP6: 4.103 (Rel: 10/29/14)
     1024UVMVP4: 4.103 (Rel: 10/28/14)
     1018UVMVP2: 4.103 (Rel: 10/18/14)
     1018UVHS6: 4.103 (Rel: 10/16/14)
     1024UVMVP: 4.206 (Rel: 9/12/14)
     1024UVHS: 5.103 (Rel: 1/24/14)
     1024UV: 5.103 (Rel: 3/26/14)
     1014UV: 5.103 (Rel: 3/26/14)
     MVPADA24: 4.102 (Rel: 10/29/14)
     MVPADA18: 4.102 (Rel: 10/29/14)
     UVMVPADA: 6.102 (Rel: 10/3/14)
     DJUVADA: 6.204 For use with Build 3 Only (Rel: 2/6/14)
     DCS UVEASYCYL: 3.104 For use with Build 3 Only (Rel: 10/7/14)

* Find these numbers by going to HELP > ABOUT in the Color Byte Front End and the Color Byte RIP.

 
Upcoming DCS Trade Shows & Events
All In Print China DCS Technology Showcase DCS Technology Showcase
All in Print China
November 14 - 17, 2014
Shanghai, P.R.China
DCS distributor Wilson (Hong Kong) Ltd. will be exhibiting
DCS Technology Showcase – Arlington, TX USA
December 2 - 3, 2014
Contact Darrel Stephens for details
DCS Technology Showcase – Houston, TX USA
December 9 - 10, 2014
Contact Darrel Stephens for details
 
DCS Technology Showcase
DCS Technology Showcase – Novi, MI USA
December 9 - 10, 2014
Contact Jim Thrush for details
PPAI Expo
January 13 - 15, 2015
Las Vegas, NV USA
Booth #4659
ARA International Awards Market
January 27 - 30, 2015
Las Vegas, NV USA
Booth #2100
 
Visit DCS at the NBM Show C!Print ISA 2015
The NBM Show – Orlando
February 25 - 27, 2015
Orlando, FL USA
Booth #TBD
C!Print
February 25 - 27, 2015
Lyon, France
DCS distributor Thermoflan will be exhibiting
ISA 2015
April 9 - 11, 2015
Las Vegas, NV USA
Booth #1535
 
View our complete trade show & events schedule »




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