The new direct to fabric printer is specially designed for jacquard fabrics
Epson announces the new direct-to-fabric Monna Lisa ML-16000JQ for double-sided printing on jacquard fabrics. Equipped with a camera and dedicated software, it is able to recognise Jacquard designs and print on them, applying specific colours and details such as outlines and colour variations to any type of fabric
This allows it to automatically recognise pre-printed fabrics and produce prints on both sides with differing colours. This unique capability allows greater creative freedom for designers by enhancing the possibilities for customisation.
The ML-16000JQ deploys a high-precision recognition system that captures the exact position and shape of fabric patterns, optimising colour assignment with greater accuracy. This integrated software adapts to various fabric types, ensuring superior precision and reducing waste typically associated with traditional printing methods.
“At Epson, we understand the urgency of responding to evolving market demands with products that anticipate fashion trends while minimising environmental impacts. The Monna Lisa ML-16000JQ embodies this ethos,” remarks Phil McMullin, Head of Sales for Commercial & Industrial, Epson UK. “Through combining high-precision recognition systems with bespoke software, the Monna Lisa ML-16000JQ detects the exact positions and shapes of jacquard fabric patterns, assigns precise colours to each area, adjusting as necessary for different fabric types, ensuring precision in pattern alignment. More than this, the precision pattern detection system ensures flawless double-sided printing with differential colouring.”
Incorporating 16 state-of-the-art Epson PrecisionCore printheads, the ML-16000JQ offers eight colours across four ink families from Epson GENESTA—Acid, Reactive, Dispersed, and Pigment. These versatile inks deliver unparalleled quality across a spectrum of fabric, from natural fibres to cutting-edge plant-based textiles like coconut and banana.
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