Technology Focus: Aqueous, Durable Aqueous, Latex, and Resin Printers
For vehicle graphics, latex ink offers excellent density and elongation for surfaces such as compound curves. Wrap companies prefer latex because there is no outgassing to delay production, and the stretchability of the inks. If you have an install crew in the field (or the shop for that matter) and a panel is damaged, it is easy to re-print another and substitute it in, as you can laminate immediately and use it right away. HP latex inks are part of the 3M MCS and Avery ICS warranty programs.
Ray assists association members with information on digital printing as well as digital equipment, materials, and vendor referrals. He oversees training and certification workshops at PRINTING United Alliance. Ray is project manager for both the PDAA Certification program and the PRINTING United Alliance Digital Color Professional Certification program and is an instructor for the Color Management Boot Camps as well as a G7 expert. Ray regularly contributes to the Association's Journal and won the 2016 Swormstedt Award for Best in Class writing in the Digital Printing category. Ray was inducted into the Academy of Screen and Digital Printing Technologies (ASDPT) in 2020. He also works with SkillsUSA to conduct the National Competition for Graphics Imaging Sublimation. Outside of work, Ray enjoys biking, international cuisine and spending time with his three fantastic grandkids.
