Large format printing services are offered by many companies, among which we can distinguish Pixelpro, with a list of works which can be found here. But what is this type of printing and what should customers expect from such a service?
What is?
Large format printing technology involves the use of solvent with ink, therefore the printed images will be resistant to UV radiation and other atmospheric conditions. Usually companies print directly from file to banner materials, such as the:
- tarpaulin;
- transparencies;
- vinyls;
- fabrics;
- flags;
- billboard.
Naturally, customers prefer to use this type of printing for advertising promotion of their products. Therefore, it is important to observe several factors here., including print stability and print quality. Also, many companies offer additional services., related to this activity:
- strengthening;
- hardening;
- cutting;
- stitching;
- enhanced security of printed materials: UV lamination and UV varnishing.
Basic types of printing
Plotters are used for printing in most cases., that use two technologies:
- using ecological dissolution – printed materials are less resistant to damage and UV radiation and have better quality.
- using a hard solvent – (for billboards) materials are very resistant to damage and UV radiation, have a slightly lower quality and are often used for large working areas. The maximum width without welding is 320 cm.
Where can you use large format printing??
This type of printing is used for various types of advertising and can be found on various materials., including:
- banners on the walls and facades of buildings;
- posters;
- billboards;
- illuminated advertising;
- graphics, advertising awnings on vehicles and shop windows;
- stickers;
- interior items.
