Technology Focus: Aqueous, Durable Aqueous, Latex, and Resin Printers
Giglio shared that the HP latex graphics are durable up to three years unlaminated, and with the appropriate lamination, the warranties from 3M and Avery are up to seven years. The printhead technology is thermal and user-replaceable — printheads are less than $200 each. The printhead is 1,200x1,200 dpi with a 10-11 picoliter droplet. Typically, a printhead will jet approximately six to seven liters of ink before replacement, but that depends on the environment and frequency of printing.
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.
