Makers & Methods Podcast

Roland DG

Running a print business means constantly adapting to new technologies, applications, and customer demands. Makers & Methods brings together Roland DGA team members, industry experts, and successful print providers to share real-world insights that help shops scale. Covering product deep dives, application how-tos, industry trends, and customer stories, the podcast spans DTF, UV, wide format, digital textile, and industrial printing. A Roland DG podcast.

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    Makers and Methods Podcast: The Big Three

    Eco-Solvent vs. UV vs. Latex: Which wide-format printing technology is right for your business? In the first episode of Makers & Methods, a Roland DG podcast, we break down the Big 3 ink technologies in wide-format printing: eco-solvent, UV, and latex. Each technology offers different advantages when it comes to color, durability, curing, production speed, and application versatility. But choosing the right one isn't always straightforward. Join Roland DG team members as they explore how these ink technologies compare, where each one excels, and what print providers should consider when investing in equipment or expanding their capabilities. In this episode, we cover: The key differences between eco-solvent, UV, and latex inksWhich technologies work best for vehicle wraps, signage, window graphics, and indoor décorHow curing methods affect production speed and laminationWhite ink, layered printing, and UV special effectsInk costs, outgassing, and production efficiencyHow to choose the right technology for your shop's applications and business goalsWhether you're starting a print business, upgrading your equipment, or looking to offer new applications, this conversation will help you better understand the technologies behind wide-format printing. Have questions about ink technology? Drop them in the comments and let us know what you'd like us to cover in a future episode.

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Running a print business means constantly adapting to new technologies, applications, and customer demands. Makers & Methods brings together Roland DGA team members, industry experts, and successful print providers to share real-world insights that help shops scale. Covering product deep dives, application how-tos, industry trends, and customer stories, the podcast spans DTF, UV, wide format, digital textile, and industrial printing. A Roland DG podcast.

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