Labelexpo 2024: Epson unveils advanced SurePress L-6534VW UV

“The SurePress L-6534VW UV Digital Label Press is a game-changer for commercial label converters. The printer is designed to deliver high-speed printing, versatile substrate compatibility, and cutting-edge technology which enables businesses to meet the increasing demand for high-quality and cost-effective labels. Epson is showcasing this new generation Inkjet label press at Labelexpo, for customers to experience a solution that can enhance operational efficiency while delivering great prints,” said LK Vasudevan of Epson India.

The SurePress L-6534W digital LED UV inkjet press can produce high-quality, durable labels and integrates all the functions required for label production. The SurePress L-6534VW printer has been engineered to optimise productivity and minimise downtime, offering additional print modes of 30-m/min and 50-m/min for faster, high-quality print runs. Epson developed and manufactured the printheads, inks, LED pinning and curing lamp units, media feeding, and control systems.

(l-r) Eisuke Morishita of Epson and LK Vasudevan of Epson India at Labelexpo 2024

Key Features of the SurePress L-6534VW:

PrecisionCore linehead: This enables high-speed, single-pass printing to deliver amazing output quality and durability; digital monitoring system maintains high productivity using Nozzle Verification Technology to automatically manage inkjet nozzles.

Versatile substrate support: SurePress L-6534VW can print on film and paper label substrates, supported by Epson UV ink technology for a wide range of standard flex materials and substrates from adhesive paper and film to single-layer papers, with thicknesses ranging from 80- to 320-microns. Its corona treater and UV lamp enable printing on heat-sensitive substrates, such as PE and shrink film.

High-quality output: It is powered by PrecisionCore TFP linehead technology for superior image quality.

High-Productivity: The L-6534VW features the PrecisionCore linehead, which delivers high-speed printing with up to 600x1,200-dpi resolution. By using Epson’s Variable Sized Droplet Technology (VSDT), the press can produce ultra-sharp definitions with droplets as small as 3.2pl, ensuring stunning gradation and grayscale reproduction. This label printer also minimises wastage with a short substrate path and reverse feeding function. Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT) detects blocked nozzles and automatically performs head cleaning, ensuring uninterrupted productivity.

High-opacity white ink: Utilises Epson’s white ink on metallic and clear substrates, ensuring vibrant prints. 

UV LED printing: Enhances image sharpness and minimises dot spread for smoother gradients and text.

Inline digital varnish: It offers gloss or matte effects, printed either overall or as a pattern or spot varnish.

Print monitoring: The Epson Remote Monitoring System (ERMS) allows engineers to provide remote diagnostics of print performance.

Multiple speed modes: The L-6534VW offers multiple print speed modes: Productivity Mode (50m/min), Standard Mode (30m/min), High Density Mode (15-m/min), and Reverse White Mode (7.6-m/min). 

Stable operation and easy maintenance: The press automatically cleans and checks the printhead function using Nozzle Verification Technology (NVT), ensuring seamless operation with minimal operator intervention. The L-6534VW is also equipped with a drum platen for precise web feeding, maintaining accurate colour registration and high-quality ink placement.

Compliance and durability: The SurePress L-6534VW’s inks are fully compliant with the European Framework Regulation (EC No. 1935/2004) for Food Contact Materials (FCM), making it suitable for the food and beverage sector. The press also delivers the durability required for outdoor and industrial environments, with BS5609, UL969, and CSA certifications.