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Case study: Acuity Triton & AQUAFUZE ink

FastSigns Scotland

Case study

Early beta site using Fujifilm’s Acuity Triton with AQUAFUZE ink technology report wide range of immediate benefits

FastSigns Scotland

United Kingdom

Acuity Triton & AQUAFUZE ink

Reading time: 4 minutes

Highlights

Partnership & innovation: FastSigns Scotland became one of the first global beta sites for Fujifilm’s Acuity Triton printer with AQUAFUZE ink in early 2025, working closely to validate the technology in real-world production.

Technology & performance: The Acuity Triton with AQUAFUZE combines eco-solvent and UV benefits in one system, offering instant drying, strong scratch resistance, vibrant precision print quality, and immediate lamination capability.

Business impact & capability: With over 35 years’ experience and 30,000+ vehicle wraps delivered, the company adopted the technology to enhance flexibility, productivity, reliability, and application quality across diverse sectors.

Sustainability & future growth: Supporting its ISO 9001 accreditation and progress toward ISO 14001, the new water-based LED UV ink reduces energy use, lowers running costs, and strengthens environmental responsibility.

AQUAFUZE LED UV, is a genuine game-changing technology – reducing energy use and cutting running costs.

Robert Lambie | Managing Director | FastSigns Scotland

Glasgow-based signs and vehicle branding specialist, FastSigns Scotland, was selected in early 2025 as one of the first global beta sites for Fujifilm’s new Acuity Triton printer, powered by AQUAFUZE ink technology. As official demo sites and global beta testers, the company has worked closely with Fujifilm since then to validate the printer and ink system in real-world production environments, and are seeing major benefits in terms of flexibility, productivity and application quality.

The Acuity Triton, combined with AQUAFUZE ink, represents a major advancement in wide format printing, providing the benefits of both eco-solvent and UV technologies in a single solution. It enables instant drying and outstanding scratch resistance, while also offering the flexibility required for applications such as vehicle graphics.

FastSigns Scotland, an independently owned company established over 35 years ago, has completed an extensive range of signage solutions across hospitality, retail and manufacturing sectors, with more than 30,000 vehicle wraps and commercial fleet graphics delivered to date. To support this breadth of work, the company required a technology that could combine precision, reliability and environmental responsibility. Managing Director Robert Lambie, saw the Acuity Triton with AQUAFUZE inks as the ideal solution.

When invited by Fujifilm to test its new ground-breaking ink technology, Lambie saw an opportunity to bring his own experience to the development of the technology, and has been working closely with Fujifilm since the installation in early 2025, testing the ink on a wide variety of materials.

Lambie comments: “Having been in the sign industry for over 36 years, I’ve worked with most sign and print technologies. Each ink type brought something new to the table, so when I was approached by Fujifilm, to effectively join their R&D team in testing this new ink technology, my curiosity got the better of me!

“The machine is very easy to run, from loading media, to the RIP software, everything just works with very little effort. The print quality is brilliant: vibrant, razor-sharp, even on text only a few millimetres high. And being able to laminate prints straight out of the machine is a massive bonus.”

Sustainability is a top priority at FastSigns Scotland, demonstrated by its long-standing ISO 9001 accreditation and its current progress towards ISO 14001, alongside its adoption of print technologies designed to minimise energy consumption and support more eco-friendly production.

Lambie concludes: “We’ve been ISO 9001 accredited for nine years, and we’re now working towards ISO 14001 to strengthen our environmental responsibility. AQUAFUZE LED UV, water-based ink is a genuine game-changing technology – reducing energy use and cutting running costs, while also opening up more media options. It’s the right step for our business!.”

Shaun Holdom, Global Business Development Director, Fujifilm, comments: “Having FastSigns Scotland as early beta partners has been invaluable. Their real-world feedback during the beta phase has been important, and their results speak for themselves. This partnership has also proven the ability of AQUAFUZE technology to deliver across a wide spectrum of applications. This is a true hybrid solution that brings together the best of eco-solvent and UV ink, and it’s been designed to make printers’ lives easier and their businesses more profitable. We truly believe it represents the next major leap forward in wide format print technology.”

Acuity Triton & AQUAFUZE ink

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Case study: Revoria Press PC1120 & XMF PressReady

Druk24h

Case study

Druk24h boosts productivity and consistency with Fujifilm Revoria Press PC1120 and Revoria XMF PressReady

Druk24h

Warsaw, Poland

Revoria Press PC1120 & Revoria XMF PressReady

Reading time: 5 minutes

Highlights

Business & scale: Founded in 1994, Druk24h is Poland’s only 24/7 print company, operating three sites in Warsaw and serving both urgent walk-in customers and high-volume commercial clients.

Technology investment: The company invested in Fujifilm’s Revoria Press PC1120 and Revoria XMF PressReady to support fast turnaround times while maintaining high print quality and efficiency.

Production impact: Since its installation in September 2023, the Revoria Press PC1120 has become the backbone of small-format production, delivering strong uptime, colour consistency, and productivity.

Workflow automation: XMF PressReady, introduced in early 2024, has automated and streamlined workflows across multiple devices, significantly reducing turnaround times and enabling true print-on-demand operations.

The press prints more accurately than anything I’ve seen before, even unique spot colours – such as my personal favourite, Pantone 021 C

Paweł Grot, Founder | Druk24h

Founded in 1994, Druk24h is the only print company in Poland operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and has invested in Fujifilm’s Revoria Press PC1120 and Revoria XMF PressReady. The move has enabled the business to meet the demanding turnaround times of its diverse customer base while maintaining exceptional print quality and operational efficiency.

With three sites across Warsaw, including a central retail outlet open around the clock, Druk24h serves a wide variety of customers, from walk-ins needing urgent business cards to key accounts ordering large volumes of brochures and marketing collateral.

Installed in September 2023, the Revoria Press PC1120 quickly became the backbone of the company’s small-format production. Printing a wide range of SRA3 applications, from brochures and flyers to business cards, the press has delivered exceptional uptime, colour consistency, and productivity, helping the business meet its “print-on-demand” promise.

Krzysztof Wiśniewski, Production Manager, Druk24h, comments: “The Revoria Press PC1120 gives us the quality and reliability to deliver, while XMF PressReady allows us to automate and streamline production across multiple devices. That combination has transformed the way we work, especially for urgent, last-minute jobs.”

XMF PressReady, introduced in early 2024 following a successful trial, has revolutionised Druk24h’s workflow. By automating job processing across multiple devices, including the Revoria Press PC1120, large format printers, and finishing equipment, the system has simplified operations for staff of all experience levels. By simply naming files correctly and dropping them into folders, operators trigger fully automated print and finishing workflows, reducing turnaround time.

Paweł Grot, Founder and CEO of Druk24h, comments: “We’re thrilled with the new Revoria Press PC1120 and XMF PressReady. Quality of print is a top priority at Druk24h, considering we’re printing around the clock, and Fujifilm delivers above and beyond. The press prints more accurately than anything I’ve seen before, even unique spot colours – such as my personal favourite, Pantone 021 C. We are excited to drive our business to new heights with these creative print solutions.”

Mr. Wiśniewski explains: “I saw the value of XMF PressReady instantly. All we need to do now for most of our automated jobs is to update the file name and drop it into a folder, and the rest is completed in the background. In some cases, a job can go from file to finished product in under ten minutes.

“XMF PressReady has become the hub of our whole production. And for a 24/7 operation like ours, that’s a huge advantage.”

MKPress, an authorised Fujifilm partner in the Polish market, helped to facilitate the investment in Fujifilm’s XMF PressReady. As an established distributor for Fujifilm, MKPress’s involvement highlights its commitment to excellence in the printing industry.

Mariusz Kociszewski, Owner of MKPress, comments: “We’re proud to support Druk24h with Fujifilm’s XMF PressReady. We have built a great partnership with Fujifilm. Our goal is always to ensure our clients have the tools and support they need to achieve outstanding results.”

The investment has also been supported by Fujifilm’s technical team in Poland, with rapid-response service and the provision of an “uptime kit” of spare parts, ensuring any minor issues can be resolved instantly. Looking ahead, Druk24h sees potential to expand its portfolio of Fujifilm presses as the business expands.

Wiśniewski comments: “We are proud to be the first business in Warsaw with the Revoria PC1120. It turned out to be an excellent decision. Out of all the machines we tested, the quality of this press, thanks to features like the elastic fusing belt, and the reliability of their technicians made the biggest difference.”

Agnieszka Głowacka, National Sales Manager Graphic Communications, Fujifilm Poland, comments: “Druk24h is a perfect example of how combining our world-class digital print engines with our advanced workflow solutions can help businesses thrive in high-pressure, fast-turnaround environments. Their 24/7 operation demands maximum uptime, quality, and efficiency, and we’re delighted that the Revoria Press PC1120 and XMF PressReady are helping them achieve exactly that.”

Revoria Press PC1120 & Revoria XMF PressReady

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Case study: Jet Press 750S

Kartongbolaget

Case study

Kartongbolaget: Jet Press 750S

Kartongbolaget

Sweden

Jet Press 750S

Reading time: 5 minutes

Highlights

Company overview: Kartongbolaget, a Swedish packaging specialist founded in 1944, provides full-service, high-quality packaging solutions for clients ranging from start-ups to established brands.

Investment & partnership: The company invested in a Fujifilm Jet Press 750S at drupa 2024, marking its first collaboration with Fujifilm, supported by Nordic distributor Visutech.

Operational impact: Installed in December 2024, the Jet Press 750S has significantly improved speed, flexibility, and uptime, reducing reliance on offset equipment and enabling faster, high-quality short runs.

Quality & performance: The press delivers exceptional colour accuracy (reproducing 90% of the Pantone range), stable operation, and precise proofing capabilities, ensuring consistent premium results.

Sustainability & future outlook: Supporting Kartongbolaget’s zero-waste and eco-focused strategy, the Jet Press 750S enhances environmental performance while positioning the company for continued growth and innovation in Scandinavian packaging.

 

The colour accuracy has also been exceptional, reproducing 90% of the Pantone range.

Joakim Johansson | CEO | Kartongbolaget

Swedish packaging specialist, Kartongbolaget, has enhanced its production capabilities with a Fujifilm Jet Press 750S, which the company invested in at drupa 2024.

Founded in 1944, Kartongbolaget has built a strong reputation for high quality packaging, working with a wide range of customers from brand owners to start-ups. With 48 employees, the company offers a full-service approach, covering everything from proofing to short-run, highly customised packaging with a focus on fast turnarounds and personalised solutions. The investment in the Jet Press 750S marks Kartongbolaget’s first collaboration with Fujifilm.

Visutech’s team of skilled Field Service Engineers installed Kartongbolaget’s new Jet Press 750S, ensuring a seamless start-up and strong local service. As Fujifilm’s distribution partner in the Nordics, Visutech combines technical expertise with long-standing experience in digital print across Scandinavia.

Joakim Johansson, CEO of Kartongbolaget comments: “We installed the Jet Press 750S in December 2024 and began production in January – the impact was immediately noticeable. Not only did it relieve pressure on our offset equipment for shorter runs, but it’s also been a game-changer in terms of speed and flexibility, especially when responding to urgent customer deadlines. It’s helped us consistently meet, and often exceed, client expectations. Our start-up customers benefit from cost-effective short runs with the flexibility to scale, while our more established brands value the fast turnaround and high quality work delivered on demand. It’s really strengthened our value proposition across the board.

“We were particularly impressed by the robust sheet transport system, overall machine stability and significantly improved uptime compared to our previous digital press. Uptime alone has been a major upgrade. The colour accuracy has also been exceptional – reproducing 90% of the Pantone range. That level of precision gives us the ability to offer accurate proofs before a full run, which ensures consistent, high quality results every time.

“As a business committed to sustainable practices, we also saw the Jet Press 750S as a strong asset to our environmental strategy as it supports our zero-waste ambitions and helps us deliver a clearer, more powerful message to our eco-conscious customers.”

Joakim concludes: “Our experience working with Fujifilm has been seamless from start to finish, from the initial sales conversations through to installation and ongoing support. When the technology performs this well, everything else tends to fall into plac

“We’re genuinely excited about the future it’s helping us build. Looking ahead, the Jet Press 750S will be central to our continued evolution. It allows for faster planning, greater flexibility and reinforces our position as a key packaging supplier in Scandinavia.”

Tommy Segelberg, Segment Manager, Fujifilm Digital Packaging & Inkjet EMEA adds: “We’re delighted to welcome Kartongbolaget as a valued new customer and it’s fantastic to see the Jet Press 750S already having such a positive impact. Their early success is a testament to the press’s ability to deliver on both performance and reliability, and we’re excited to support them as they continue to grow and innovate.”

Alexander Tormachen, Service Manager Nordics at Visutech, comments: “With more than 30 years of experience in the graphic industry, we know how crucial reliable service and local expertise are for our customers’ success. Our Field Service Engineers play a key role in ensuring smooth installations and long-term uptime, and we’re proud to see the Jet Press 750S now running at Kartongbolaget. Together with Fujifilm’s innovative technology, our strong Nordic service organisation provides Kartongbolaget with the support they need to continue delivering exceptional quality and value to their customers.”

Jet Press 750S

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Case study: Jet Press FP790

Delo

Case study

Delo becomes another adopter of Fujifilm’s Jet Press FP790

Delo

Germany

Jet Press FP790

Reading time: 6 minutes

Highlights

Technology adoption: Delo has become the second company outside of Japan to install Fujifilm’s Jet Press FP790 digital inkjet press for flexible packaging.

Company overview: The company, with around 400 employees, specialises in flexible packaging across various industries, including food and hygiene.

Strategic expansion: Delo recognised the need for a digital solution to complement its conventional flexo printing, especially for short-run jobs.

Increased efficiency: The Jet Press FP790 enables faster delivery of high quality, smaller volume jobs that are challenging for traditional flexo.

Future-ready operations: The investment in the FP790 reflects Delo’s commitment to combining flexo expertise with digital innovation for mainstream and customised production.

The Jet Press FP790 is opening the door for us to take on jobs that previously would have been difficult to manage.

Bernd Böckmann | Head of Printing Department | Delo

Delo, one of Europe’s largest flexographic printing companies, has become the second site outside of Japan, after UK-based Eco Flexibles, to install Fujifilm’s Jet Press FP790 digital inkjet press for flexible packaging. The installation, completed in January 2025, underlines Delo’s commitment to combining its world-class flexographic expertise with the latest in digital technology to meet changing customer demands.

Founded in 1961, the family-owned business has around 400 employees and operates one of the most advanced flexible packaging plants in Europe. Serving a wide range of markets, Delo produces packaging for applications spanning food, hygiene, household and beyond.

With 17 wide-web flexographic printing machines, and two more in the process of being installed, along with extrusion, lamination and slitting departments, Delo is a true powerhouse in conventional printing. But as customer expectations evolve, the business recognised the need for a complementary digital solution capable of handling both short-run and mainstream production volumes.

Bernd Böckmann, Head of Printing Department at Delo, comments: “Short runs are the big game changer at the moment. If customers have jobs that are too small to run viably on flexo, but still demand the same quality, digital is the answer. We believe in digital, not only to reduce the flexo workload, but because it represents a special market in its own right and will increasingly become part of mainstream volume production.”

The ability to deliver packaging at speed is a key advantage: “Sometimes we are in situations where we must deliver in just two weeks,” said Bernd. “Even with our in-house plate production, it is not always possible with flexo. The Jet Press FP790 helps us meet those deadlines. It increases our productivity and gives us options.”

Delo’s Jet Press FP790 is already being put to work across a variety of packaging sectors. Bernd comments: “Our main focus is to print smaller runs. For example, very small jobs of around 1,000 metres are not an option for flexo. With the FP790, we can deliver these jobs quickly and still maintain the quality our customers expect. The machine is opening the door for us to take on jobs that previously would have been difficult to manage, while giving us flexibility to balance both traditional and digital production where it makes sense commercially.”

As the second company outside of Japan, and the first in Germany, to invest in the Jet Press FP790, Delo is playing an important role in showing how digital inkjet can complement existing flexible packaging production in Europe. “We see this as part of the next generation of packaging production,” said Bernd. “We have a strong foundation in flexo, and this investment allows us to continue growing while also embracing new opportunities in digital.”

Ralf Wilkens, Managing Director at Delo, adds: “The digital press is an additional tool to relieve pressure on our flexo production. Setup time on a flexo press is the same whether you are printing 4,000 metres or 400,000 metres, which is not always viable for small runs. With digital, we can handle those smaller sizes efficiently, while also giving us the flexibility to handle additional volumes where possible, all while continuing to keep our main accounts happy on flexo.”

The company also highlighted how the FP790 supports market changes: “We have quite interesting customers in our portfolio, and they challenge us with job sizes that don’t fit perfectly in our flexo setup. The digital press gives us the option to manage those smaller and mid-sized volumes more effectively, without losing time or capacity in our main production lines.”

Ralf adds: “We’re seeing a shift in job profiles. Very large runs will remain with flexo, but smaller and more customised runs are becoming increasingly important for digital. The FP790 allows us to handle those smaller sizes and tackle a share of the mainstream jobs in a way that makes sense commercially.”

The decision to invest in the FP790 followed discussions with Fujifilm’s packaging team and a visit to Eco Flexibles in the UK. Ralf explains: “The first time we heard about the Jet Press FP790 was when we visited Eco Flexibles and saw the machine in action, and three months later we decided to buy one ourselves.”

Delo was supported by Fujifilm in the sales and installation process. Ralf comments: “I am really satisfied with the support from Fujifilm. They were interested in solving our challenges from the beginning, and the overall support has been excellent.”

Manuel Schrutt, Head of Packaging, Fujifilm EMEA, commented: “We are delighted that Delo, Europe’s largest flexographic printer, has chosen to invest in the Jet Press FP790. Their decision confirms the growing importance of digital inkjet for flexible packaging. With this investment, Delo is strengthening its market leadership, taking on both short-run and mainstream production, while also helping to drive the industry towards greater agility and sustainability.”

Jet Press FP790

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Case study: Revoria EC2100S

Indigo Ross

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UK-based creative print agency, Indigo Ross, invests in Fujifilm Revoria EC2100S 5UPER COLOUR press.

Indigo Ross

Suffolk, UK

Revoria EC2100S

Reading time: 4 minutes

Highlights

Company profile: Indigo Ross is a Suffolk-based creative and print agency with 14 staff and a £1.2 million turnover, offering design, print, and web services since 1995.

New investment: The company has installed a Fujifilm Revoria EC2100S 5UPER COLOUR digital press to boost in-house production capacity.

Technology advantage: The press’s five-colour capability enables vivid colour reproduction, such as Pantone 1505 orange, allowing Indigo Ross to keep complex print jobs in-house.

Business impact: Keeping more work in-house improves quality control, turnaround times, and profit margins by reducing reliance on third-party providers.

Future outlook: Indigo Ross anticipates further efficiency gains as it explores the press’s automation features, enhancing scalability and competitiveness.

The fifth colour capability of the Revoria EC2100S is a game changer for the type of work we can produce ourselves.

Phil Roper, Managing Director | Indigo Ross

Full-service creative and print agency, Indigo Ross, has boosted its in-house production capacity with the installation of a Fujifilm Revoria EC2100S 5UPER COLOUR digital press. With a team of 14 and a turnover of around £1.2 million, Indigo Ross, based in Suffolk, has been providing quality design, print and web services since 1995.

Phil Roper, Managing Director, Indigo Ross comments: “We’ve always believed in staying ahead when it comes to digital print – our first ever digital investment was about 20 years ago. Over the years we’ve used many suppliers and now we’re pleased to be working with Fujifilm. It’s our first Fujifilm investment, but from sales to install it’s been absolutely spot-on. I can’t fault the team at all.

“When it came to choosing a new press, the Revoria EC2100S just made sense for us. The fact that it’s a five-colour model really sets it apart – that fifth colour capability is a game changer for the type of work we can produce ourselves.”

One recent job really highlighted that advantage. Phil continues: “A couple of weeks back, we had to deliver a 116-page annual job for a trade client – five colour, with a really vivid Pantone 1505 orange. Normally we’d outsource that to litho, but the turnaround was too tight. The Revoria’s fifth colour saved the day – we simply couldn’t have hit that orange digitally before. Now, we can keep these high-value, demanding jobs in-house and maintain full control over the quality and turnaround.

“Having that extended colour gamut means we’re not limited creatively. If a client wants a bright neon, a vivid brand orange, or something that needs that extra pop, we can deliver it without compromise, and that’s a huge selling point for us. It means better margins too, because we’re not paying a third party to do work we’re now more than capable of handling ourselves.”

Phil concludes: “Ultimately, nobody wants to outsource work if they don’t have to – that’s the bottom line. The Revoria EC2100S gives us the capacity, quality and extended colour range to keep more work in-house. It’s freeing us up to take on longer runs with confidence and gives us a competitive edge. And we’ve only just scratched the surface – as we get more familiar with the automation features, we’ll be able to push efficiency even further. It’s good to know we’ve got a machine that can grow with us.”

Spencer Green, Head of POD Sales UK, Fujifilm UK adds: “This is a real milestone for Fujifilm. Indigo Ross is one of the first in the UK to invest in the recently launched Revoria EC2100S 5UPER COLOUR press, and we’re delighted to be working with them as they produce high quality, value-added work for their customers. It’s a fantastic example of how this press’s five-colour capability is opening up new opportunities for printers to keep more work in-house and push creative boundaries.”

Revoria EC2100S

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Case study: Revoria SC285S

XDP Digital

Case study

A UK first: XDP Digital invests in 5-colour Revoria SC285S 5UPER COLOUR press

XDP Digital

Christchurch, UK

Revoria SC285S

Reading time: 4 minutes

Highlights

Business growth & vision: XDP Digital, a long-established UK print company, has invested in Fujifilm’s Revoria Press SC285S to stay competitive and enhance in-house capabilities.

Fifth colour innovation: The fifth colour capability, including metallics, pink, white, and clear toners, was the key reason for making the investment, offering clients unique, eye-catching print options.

Market impact & client response: Clients responded enthusiastically to vibrant samples, with strong demand from the marketing and retail sectors for standout, cost-effective print finishes.

Supplier partnership: Fujifilm impressed XDP with a proactive, supportive approach from initial contact through to installation and training.

Future plans & expansion: With early success, XDP is considering expanding into high-volume monochrome printing using Fujifilm’s Revoria E1 Series to enter the publishing sector.

Now, we can offer striking effects in-house, with no extra hassle or outsourcing. It’s truly a game-changer for us

Robert Jupp, Director | XDP Digital

Founded over two decades ago, XDP Digital has grown from running a single small printer to being a fully equipped commercial print operation, serving local businesses and long-standing blue-chip clients across the UK. The fifth colour capability was the deciding factor for the Christchurch-based print business, as it became the first company in the UK to invest in Fujifilm’s new Revoria Press SC285S.

“We’ve always prided ourselves on being able to do nine out of ten things in-house for our customers,” explains Robert Jupp, Director at XDP Digital. “But we knew we needed something new to keep offering that ‘extra mile’ – especially with so many clients looking for fresh, high-impact print.”

The fifth colour capability of their new 5UPER COLOUR press proved to be the key differentiator for XDP Digital. By expanding into metallic, pink, white and clear toners, the company is opening up new creative possibilities for local marketing teams and in-house designers who want to make their materials stand out.

Robert continues: “When we showed customers the samples, they were blown away – especially with the metallics and the pink. A lot of our clients are always looking for that ‘wow factor’ without paying a high price point for specialist finishes. Now, we can offer striking effects in-house, with no extra hassle or outsourcing. It’s truly a game-changer for us and for them.

“We looked at other suppliers, but what really impressed us about Fujifilm was the proactive approach. From the first conversation on the stand at The Print Show to installation and training, nothing was too much trouble.

The press has been installed for a few months and already, XDP Digital is seeing positive reactions to the new press, with early jobs for major garden centres showcasing vibrant pinks and seasonal colour palettes. Samples of the metallic colours have also generated strong interest across XDP Digital’s diverse client base, including marketing departments and retail clients looking to elevate their printed materials without resorting to foiling.

“The new press is faster, more robust and delivers excellent quality, but it’s the new creative options that really excite us,” says Robert Jupp. “In a market where print budgets are under pressure, this gives us a real USP.”

The XDP Digital team is already looking at additional opportunities, including exploring the Revoria E1 Series for high-volume monochrome work to expand into the publishing sector.

Spencer Green, Head of POD, Fujifilm UK, adds: “We’re delighted to partner with XDP with their investment, as they become the first company in the UK to invest in this innovative press – and become a new customer of ours. Their commitment to bringing fresh, eye-catching print to their customers perfectly matches what the Revoria SC285S was designed for – creative freedom, cost-efficiency and premium quality. We’re excited to see how they grow with these new capabilities.”

Revoria SC285S

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The science behind Fujifilm’s AQUAFUZE ink technology

Shota Suzuki, Technical Manager at FUJIFILM Speciality Ink Systems Ltd

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Reading time: 6 minutes

In large format printing, the development of inks and ink technology has always been a balancing act. Print service providers have traditionally been forced to choose between durability, flexibility, print speed, media compatibility and environmental impact. Each ink type, whether eco-solvent, latex or UV, comes with its own compromises.

With AQUAFUZE, Fujifilm has introduced a new approach to ink chemistry that combines the best of water-based and UV-curable technologies while solving many of their long-standing limitations. This is not simply an improvement – it’s a materials science breakthrough that could reshape how the industry thinks about inkjet production.

In this article, Shota Suzuki, one of the lead developers behind AQUAFUZE ink technology, elaborates on the thinking, chemistry and technical hurdles that led to this innovation.

It all started with chemistry

My background is in synthetic organic chemistry, specialising in the development of new materials for industrial applications. I never started out thinking I’d work in inkjet, but the materials science perspective I was able to bring has been critical in tackling some of the toughest challenges in inkjet R&D.

One of the biggest of these challenges was stabilising UV-curable materials in a water-based system. That’s something the industry has been trying to crack for years. Water and UV monomers don’t naturally mix – they’re chemically incompatible. Bringing them together in a stable, printable and curable form took us nearly a decade of research at Fujifilm’s R&D centres in Japan.

When we started developing AQUAFUZE, we deliberately set out to avoid the compromises we saw in existing ink technologies. Some water-based UV systems on the market rely on water-soluble photo-initiators and monomers, which are prone to degradation and can shorten shelf life. Others, like latex inks, require very high curing temperatures, limiting media choice and increasing energy costs. Traditional UV-curable inks, while durable, don’t offer the same health and safety requirements in terms of odour and safety labelling that today’s customers expect. So, in developing AQUAFUZE, we knew we had to take a fundamentally different materials science approach – develop a stable, water-based UV-curable ink that avoids water-soluble components, cures at low temperatures, and eliminates the need for primers or optimisers. That’s what sets AQUAFUZE apart.

Emulsion is the key

We drew on knowledge from other areas of Fujifilm, including our work on thermo/pressure sensitive recording materials. This cross-disciplinary thinking led us towards emulsion design as the starting point.

At the heart of AQUAFUZE is a proprietary UV-curable emulsion. Traditionally, UV-curable monomers are extremely sensitive to water, leading to degradation or premature cross-linking if not properly handled.

Our breakthrough came when we developed a custom dispersant system. This system allows us to contain UV-reactive materials in such a way that they remain isolated from water until the exact moment of UV curing. This level of control meant we could achieve the storage stability and print performance we needed, all while using low-energy LED UV lamps for curing.

Why we avoided water-soluble photo-initiators

One of the critical decisions we made was to avoid water-soluble photo-initiators and monomers entirely. Other attempts to develop water-based UV ink systems have relied on these, but from a chemistry standpoint, I was concerned about the risks.

Aside from being relatively expensive, water-soluble photo-initiators and monomers tend to react too easily with water, which raises issues around premature decomposition and shelf-life instability.

Instead, in a true industry first, we focused on developing non-water-soluble photo-initiators and monomers. We worked hard to develop a dispersion process that would keep these initiators and monomers stable and uniformly distributed throughout the ink. This decision has paid off in long-term ink stability and highly reliable curing performance – both of which were non-negotiable for the large format print market.

Addressing real-world problems

Beyond the lab, we knew AQUAFUZE had to solve practical production problems for print providers. With solvent inks, long outgassing times can delay finishing. Latex inks require high curing temperatures, which can cause media distortion and drive up energy costs.

With AQUAFUZE, prints are ready for finishing immediately after LED UV curing, rather than having to wait hours, or even a full day. The curing temperature is low, around 40 to 45 degrees Celsius, so even heat-sensitive substrates can be printed without issue.

Another key feature I’m proud of is that AQUAFUZE inks don’t require primers or optimisers. The adhesion properties we built into the ink mean it sticks well to a wide range of media straight out of the printer. This simplifies workflows and reduces overall ink consumption and additional consumable costs. Moreover, the ink doesn’t require an overcoat, as latex ink does, due to the high durability of UV ink..

We’ve also ensured that the ink formulation is low odour and carries no hazardous substance labelling, making it safer for operators.

Because the chemistry behind AQUAFUZE is so different from conventional inkjet inks, existing printers weren’t compatible. This meant we had to develop a hardware platform that could handle the unique properties of AQUAFUZE.  This resulted in the development of the Acuity Triton – the first printer designed specifically for this ink. Of course, that’s just the starting point. We’re already in discussions about expanding AQUAFUZE compatibility to other platforms.

Looking ahead

Right now, AQUAFUZE ink is available in CMYK colours, and we’re seeing strong interest from industries like signage, wallcoverings, and vehicle graphics. But we’re not stopping there.

We’re actively exploring options for a higher speed/productivity machine, especially for customers with higher-volume production needs.

AQUAFUZE was developed as a direct response to what print providers have been telling us for years: they want inks that deliver durability and versatility without the compromises of existing technologies. Whether it’s reducing drying times, lowering energy consumption, or eliminating the need for hazardous chemicals, our goal was always to solve real customer pain points.

By combining water-based chemistry with UV durability and low-temperature curing, we’ve created more than just another ink. I genuinely believe AQUAFUZE represents a new category of wide format inkjet technology – one that blends the best of both worlds.

As customer expectations continue to evolve, materials science will remain central to inkjet innovation. AQUAFUZE is proof that when you approach ink development from a chemistry-first perspective, you can create solutions that truly change what’s possible in print production.

It’s been an exciting journey, and for us, this is just the beginning.

 

AQUAFUZE ink & Acuity Triton

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Case study: Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED

PressOn

Case study

PressOn invests in Fujifilm’s Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED to boost speed, reliability, and versatility


PressOn

Kent, UK

Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED

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Highlights

Investment & technology: PressOn has installed Fujifilm’s Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED printer to enhance speed, quality, and media versatility.

Business needs: The investment replaces ageing equipment to meet rising demands for faster turnarounds and broader media compatibility.

Ink & sustainability: Fujifilm’s UK-manufactured Uvijet UH inks offer low odour, strong substrate compatibility, and contributes to a more sustainable, healthier workspace.

Operational impact: The printer has already boosted production capacity, improved efficiency, and enabled smoother transitions between jobs and substrates.

Partnership & support: PressOn praises Fujifilm’s customer support, training, and service quality, calling the experience a standout in the market.

The white ink on clear film is very impressive and switching between substrates is also quick and seamless.

Andy Wilson, Managing Director | PressOn

Kent-based wide format print specialist PressOn has become the latest UK print business to invest in Fujifilm’s Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED, a high-performance printer designed for both rigid and flexible media. The machine was installed in June 2025 and is already delivering significant improvements in speed, quality, and media versatility, while supporting the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainable production.

Founded in 1999, PressOn employs 25 people across two sites. The business serves a diverse customer base across retail, property, fleet livery, infrastructure and advertising, with a dedicated specialist vehicle livery division.

Andy Wilson, Managing Director, PressOn comments: “Large format digital printing is at the core of what we do, and we’ve deliberately always stayed broad in our offering. That diversity makes us more agile and resilient, especially in today’s fast-moving market.”

In late 2024, with two hybrid printers approaching end-of-life, PressOn began searching for a new investment that would meet the growing demands for faster turnaround times and improved media compatibility. After reviewing various technologies, the Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED quickly emerged as a standout.

“We looked at all the usual players in the market, but what really set Fujifilm apart was their approach to ink,” explains Wilson. “When we visited their ink manufacturing site in Broadstairs, it completely changed the way we thought about print technology. Most manufacturers focus purely on the machine, but Fujifilm starts with the ink. One of their team said something that stuck with me: ‘after everything else, the ink is what’s left behind.’ That perspective resonated.”

The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED uses Fujifilm’s high-performance Uvijet UH inks, developed and manufactured in the UK. This local supply chain brings both sustainability and logistical advantages, eliminating risks around tariffs, currency fluctuations and overseas shipping.

Wilson adds: “The ink compatibility across multiple substrates is impressive and extremely beneficial. We get less marking on fabrics, and the white ink on clear film is also very impressive. Switching between substrates is quick and seamless, and the speed and quality are a huge step up from what we had before.”

The investment also supports PressOn’s commitment to creating a healthier, more sustainable working environment. “UV printers often have a reputation for producing strong odours. Our last machine caused many issues for us due to this. But the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED produces virtually no smell at all, thanks to the formulation of Fujifilm’s inks. It’s quieter, cooler, and doesn’t require additional ventilation. That’s a big deal for our team,” adds Wilson.

In the short time since installation, the printer has already helped the business to increase production capacity, take on new work and approach potential new customers with renewed confidence. And while PressOn doesn’t market its technology directly to customers, the benefits are felt in turnaround times and production efficiency.

Wilson comments: “Our clients haven’t noticed we’ve changed machine, which is a good thing. The transition has been seamless. But our team is impressed by the performance. It’s a major upgrade.

“The installation process was smooth, the training was exceptional, and the support team is incredibly responsive. It’s reassuring to know we’re only 45 minutes from their Broadstairs site, and we’ve already had engineers drop in proactively just to check everything’s running smoothly. That kind of service is rare. This is our first Fujifilm printer, but based on this experience, it won’t be our last.”

Mike Lewis, Wide Format Business Manager, Fujifilm Wide Format Inkjet Systems, adds: “We’re delighted to be working with PressOn, a company with an outstanding reputation for quality and innovation in the wide format space. The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED is designed to deliver exceptional flexibility, speed and sustainability, and it’s great to see it already having such a positive impact on PressOn’s operations. We look forward to supporting their continued growth and success.”

Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED

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Case study: Revoria EC2100S

Kall Kwik

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Kall Kwik centre invests in Revoria EC2100S 5-colour 5UPER COLOUR press from Fujifilm to boost the quality and product range it can offer its customers

Kall Kwik

Welwyn Garden City

Revoria EC2100S

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Highlights

Technology investment: Kall Kwik Welwyn Garden City has installed a Fujifilm Revoria EC2100S 5-colour press to enhance print quality and expand its product offering, particularly in areas like art prints and wedding stationery.

Strategic growth: This purchase marks the latest in a series of technology investments by owner Phil Beverley, aimed at continuously improving customer service and operational efficiency since taking over the branch in 2018.

Partnership & process: The press was sourced through trusted Fujifilm partner Digital Printing Systems UK Ltd, with hands-on testing and expert advice playing a key role in the decision-making process.

Brand legacy: As part of a long-established UK print franchise, Kall Kwik continues its mission to offer fast, high quality print services to businesses and individuals, building on a legacy of innovation in digital and colour printing since the 1970s.

The fifth colour channel gives us massive advantages, and all at a price point that’s similar to what we’d be paying for CMYK only from other manufacturers.

Phil Beverley, Owner | Kall Kwik Welwyn Garden City

Kall Kwik, the well-known UK brand, was founded in the late 1970s to make fast turnaround print available to a broad range of small and medium sized businesses as well as to individuals. Owner Phil Beverley joined the Welwyn Garden City Kall Kwik branch in 2012 and then bought the business from the previous owner in 2018. Since then, he’s made a series of investments in both print and finishing equipment to ensure that the quality and efficiency of the service offered to customers continues to improve even more.

Phil explains: “Previously, printing timescales were expressed in weeks rather than days or hours, and print production was dominated by large corporations. Kall Kwik revolutionised the market with the early adoption of colour and digital print, making it possible for a much broader range of customers to get smaller quantities of print delivered to tight deadlines.

“This investment with Fujifilm is one of many I’ve made in recent years, and it’s a particularly important one. We’d been considering a replacement for our previous toner production press for a couple of years, and when we saw the Revoria EC2100S, we decided to take a closer look. We ran tests on the press at the Fujifilm demo centre in Luton, and based on that hands on experience, and the advice of Will Doherty at Digital Printing Systems UK Ltd (DPS), we decided it was the best fit for our needs.

“We’re very familiar and comfortable with Fujifilm engineering and design, having used many Xerox presses over the years, so investing in Fujifilm technology made sense to us. But in the Revoria EC2100S we also have the added benefit of a press that has been carefully engineered to include a fifth colour channel. This gives us massive advantages, and all at a price point that’s similar to what we’d be paying for CMYK only from other manufacturers.”

Phil anticipates the new press having a big impact on production quality and capabilities. “The addition of pink toner means we can hit a lot more pantone colours than we have been able to before and we can take quality levels up significantly as well. We do a lot of art prints – and anticipate being able to move a lot of that production from our inkjet printers. The EC2100S will also be excellent for short run booklet and magazine production, and image-heavy books. Fujifilm has also recently announced that silver and white toner will also soon be available. We do a lot of wedding stationery, so silver toner gives us a much more cost-effective alternative to foil for those sorts of products. Overall, we’re confident that this is a long term investment that’s going to help us as we continue to grow.”

On the sales and installation process, Phil comments: “Both Will at DPS, and Fujifilm, have been excellent to deal with. We trust Will for his impartial advice, and we’ve been hugely impressed with Fujifilm through the whole process. It really feels like they want to work with us to get the best out of the press, rather than just making a sale. That hasn’t always been our experience with other suppliers in the past. We were also very impressed that we got two full days of training as part of the purchase agreement – far more time than we’ve ever had for any other equipment investment.”

Andy Kent, General Manager, Fujifilm Graphic Systems UK comments: “Our new EC2100S and SC285S presses are designed to make 5-colour printing more accessible than ever – we call it 5UPER COLOUR. It’s hard to imagine a customer better placed than Kall Kwik to make this a reality in the UK. We look forward to working with them to bring the benefits of 5UPER COLOUR to more people than ever before.”

Revoria Press EC2100S

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Case study: Acuity Prime L

Grupo Grafico

Case study

Grupo Grafico boosts production capabilities with Fujifilm’s Acuity Prime L to meet growing market demands

Grupo Grafico

Spain

Acuity Prime L

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Highlights

Company Overview: Grupo Grafico, founded in 1994 with 14 staff, provides a wide range of printing and visual communication services, including signage and personalised packaging.

Technology Upgrade: Installed the Fujifilm Acuity Prime L in Q1 2024 to increase print speed, quality, and meet growing customer demands.

Operational Improvements: The new printer improved turnaround times, efficiency, and large-format signage production, especially under tight deadlines.

User & Client Feedback: Staff and clients praised the machine’s intuitive design, ease of use, fast job changeover, and excellent print quality.

Partnership & Growth: Fujifilm and distributor Global Managing provided strong support; the upgrade positions Grupo Grafico for future growth and market expansion.

With the Acuity Prime L, we saw that job changes and subsequent printing were extremely fast, and the print quality is excellent.

Oscar Ramon, Commercial Director | Grupo Grafico

Grupo Grafico, a leading provider of printing and visual communication solutions, has upgraded its production line with a Fujifilm Acuity Prime L to improve turnaround times, increase print quality, and meet the growing needs of its customers.

Founded in 1994, Grupo Grafico employs 14 staff and offers a comprehensive service that extends beyond production, including printing and visual communication. The company manufactures a variety of products – from signage to personalised packaging – catering to a diverse range of customers.

Oscar Ramon, Commercial Director at Grupo Grafico, comments: “The Acuity Prime L was installed in the first quarter of 2024. We invested in this machine to handle a higher volume of work, reduce delivery times, and improve product quality. That was exactly our focus, and it was clear that the Acuity Prime L offered all of this. We were able to test it several times with our team using real jobs, and we unanimously agreed we wanted this machine in our facility.”

Grupo Grafico has been operating for over 30 years and is committed to staying competitive through continuous investment in the latest technology. Mr Ramon adds, “We always try to stay well-informed about equipment and materials. Much of our work involves short runs, where every second counts. With the Acuity Prime L, we saw that job changes and subsequent printing were extremely fast, and the print quality is excellent. Beyond the gains in speed and drying, it’s a pleasure to watch it operate: fast, reliable, and quiet.”

With customers demanding increasingly fast turnaround times and high-quality products, Mr Ramon explains that the combination of speed and quality offered by the Acuity Prime L is crucial in helping to meet those demands. “It’s enabled us to substantially improve production efficiency,” he says. “Thanks not only to its speed, but also due to the zone-based production functionality for small-format jobs, which allows for tighter deadlines and longer runs.”

Large-format signage production has also become more efficient, resolving previous challenges with tight delivery schedules, Mr Ramon says: “Large-format signage was a bit of a challenge for us due to tight delivery deadlines, we often had to work overtime to meet them. Now, we operate more calmly. That’s the main production benefit.”

Grupo Grafico’s design and creative clients have provided overwhelmingly positive feedback after testing the machine with their own projects, and the team has also praised the Acuity Prime L for how easy it is to use, with intuitive operation, good reliability, simple user interface, clever machine design, and ease of ink changes. Mr Ramon says: “It’s on another level, that’s the phrase we’ve heard most from the staff using it. The ease-of-use stands out as the machine is very intuitive and reliable. The user interface is pleasant to work with, structurally the machine is well-built – and it looks good too! Furthermore, everything is easily accessible, and ink changes are simple.”

Grupo Grafico praised Fujifilm’s support throughout the sales and installation process, highlighting their professionalism and commitment to providing effective solutions.

With the Acuity Prime L in place, Grupo Grafico is well-positioned to expand its client base, deliver even faster service, and continue its growth in the competitive visual communications market.

Joan Casas, Manager, Fujifilm Graphic Communication, Spain, comments: “This installation is part of Fujifilm’s ongoing commitment to the large format sector, and we’re excited to see Grupo Grafico take full advantage of the Acuity Prime L’s capabilities. We believe this will be a valuable asset for their business moving forward and Fujifilm is proud to partner with them in this important step.”

Xavier Mari, Comercial Director at Global Managing, a key distribution partner for Fujifilm, comments, “We recognised Grupo Grafico’s need for a high performance, versatile printing solution, and the Fujifilm Acuity Prime L was the ideal fit. Its speed, quality, and ease of use will undoubtedly empower them to meet growing market demands and enhance their production capabilities. We are proud to have facilitated this important acquisition.”

 

Acuity Prime L

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