Offset Printers | High-volume books/flyers, magazines | Max Speed: 12,000 ▲ / 15,000 ▲▲ sheets/hour (ISO 13655) Material: Durable steel (ASME B11.1 safety compliance) | ▲▲ 50% faster Advanced model vs industry standard (10,000 sheets/hour). High print quality (4-color registration ±0.05mm). | Requires skilled operators. High setup time for short runs. |
Digital Printers | Short-run, variable data (e.g., personalized mail) | Resolution: 1200x1200 dpi (ISO 13657) Cost/Unit: $0.15 (Base) / $0.10 ▲ (Advanced) | No plate-making costs. Supports on-demand printing. | ▲ Advanced model cuts cost by 33% but still higher than offset for bulk. Slower speed (3,000 sheets/hour). |
Inkjet Printers | Photo/signage, small-batch color printing | Ink Type: Eco-solvent ▲ (ISO 2471) Width: 60" max (ASTM D3487) | Vibrant color accuracy (ΔE <2). Low startup cost. | ▲ Advanced models reduce drying time by 40%, but still slower than offset. Limited durability for outdoor use. |
Flexographic Printers | Packaging (labels, corrugated boxes) | UV Ink Cure: 3-5 sec ▲ (DIN 5032) Resolution: 300 lpi (ISO 12647) | Fast drying for high-speed production (up to 1,200 fpm). Flexible substrate compatibility. | ▲ Advanced models improve color consistency but require frequent plate changes. High initial setup cost. |
Screen Printers | T-shirts, posters, ceramics | Mesh Count: 200-400 threads/inch (ASTM F2115) Pressure: Adjustable via pneumatic system | ▲ Advanced models achieve 10% higher ink deposit for vibrant colors. Works on uneven surfaces. | Slow production (50-100 units/hour). Limited detail precision (≥1mm lines). |
Large Format Printers | Billboards, banners, architectural plans | Width: 60" ▲ / 100" ▲▲ (ANSI/CGATS.17) Durability: 5+ years outdoor (ASTM G154) | ▲▲ Advanced models print 2x faster than industry standard (45 min/m²). Weather-resistant output. | High substrate costs (e.g., vinyl). Requires specialized handling for large rolls. |