ARC UK has announced its latest investment in the Fujifilm Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED, installed at its headquarters in Dartford, Kent. The Fujifilm wide format printer was conceived and designed just down the road from ARC UK, in Broadstairs, Kent, at Fujifilm’s Wide Format Inkjet Headquarters, as were the inks that power the printer. The installation marks a step in ARC’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, and with deep local roots, ARC is proud to use locally designed technology and locally produced inks in support of Kent businesses, whilst still serving businesses nationwide.
The investment in the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED has provided ARC with the tools to significantly expand its printing capabilities. The machine’s hybrid technology allows for high quality printing on both rigid and flexible media and is an ideal solution for ARC UK Technologies’ broad range of applications, which include printed packaging solutions, fabric printing, graphic design, retail displays and banners, digital printing services, and event tradeshows graphics.
ARC’s business portfolio also includes wayfinding and signage projects for numerous well-known brands around the globe, including Accenture, Adidas, Boston Consulting Group, PwC and Shell.
Darren Moorhouse, Head of Sales EMEA, ARC Technologies comments, “At ARC Technologies, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class products with high quality and bespoke print solutions for branding and signage applications. The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED has given us the ability to take on more jobs than ever. It prints remarkably high quality on both rigid and flexible media, and thanks to its LED curing technology, it has massively increased our throughput and transformed our business, all while lowering our energy consumption”.
Printing at speeds of up to 315 m²/hr (RTR – Roll to Roll) and delivering a print resolution of up to 1200 x 1200 dpi, the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED combines ultra-high quality and a competitive return on investment.
Sustainability has always been a cornerstone of ARC’s business strategy, and this investment aligns perfectly with its environmental goals. ARC is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and has already achieved carbon-measured accreditation and ISO certification for environmental management. The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED further supports this mission, allowing ARC to reduce its energy consumption and chemical usage while maintaining high production volumes.
Ross Snell, Vice President EMEA, ARC Technologies commented: “The Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED perfectly aligns with our company’s mission to deliver fast turnaround times while minimising our environmental impact. The hybrid capabilities allow us to do more in-house, which significantly reduces outsourcing and the associated emissions. It’s been a game-changer for us in terms of efficiency and sustainability”.
Snell continued: “Fujifilm has been an amazing partner. They listened to our feedback and adapted the machine to meet our needs, particularly in working with new materials. The speed and throughput are unmatched, and Fujifilm’s support has ensured that the installation was seamless. We’re excited about the future and believe Fujifilm is the perfect partner for our business”.
Shaun Holdom, Business Development Manager, Fujifilm Wide Format Inkjet Systems, adds: “ARC Technologies invests in the best printing technologies, which puts it in a position to say yes to any job its customers ask for. We’re proud to support its journey as it adds the Acuity Ultra Hybrid LED to its fleet of printers, further strengthening its capability to expand its product portfolio.”
