As attendees prepare for PRINTING United Expo, set to happen Sept. 10-12 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, knowing which exhibitors they’d like to visit and previewing some of the new products that will be on display is essential to optimize your time onsite.

Navigating an event as physically large as PRINTING United Expo can be daunting, so it’s crucial to plan ahead. Noting which equipment you want to see, what exhibitors you want to visit, and which educational sessions you want to listen to is crucial. Following is a preview of just some of the products that will be featured at the show to help attendees put together a game plan.

Editor’s note: This is but a small list of what you can see onsite at the Expo, so be sure to check out the Exhibitor List before you go.

PRINTING United Expo 2024 Product Preview

Arcus Printers to Debut Upgraded Pioneer 24 DTF Printer

Arcus Printers announces the debut of the upgraded Arcus Pioneer 24 4-head DTF printer at the PRINTINGUnited Expo 2024.

Attendees can visit Arcus Printers at booth SL12041, located in the South Lower Hall, to experience the capabilities of the new Pioneer 24 4-head DTF printer. This latest version builds on the success of the original model, with a significant enhancement: the addition of eight unique color channels.

This upgrade allows for a broader color gamut, enabling decorators to achieve more precise and vibrant colors, including challenging hues like deep cardinal reds, rich navy blues, and royal blues, says the company. This advancement is particularly beneficial for those producing licensed sportswear or university apparel, where color accuracy is crucial. Printers can also produce designs with fluorescent color elements in neon yellow, pink, and orange.

Azonprinter to Launch DTF Powder Shaker Electronics

Azonprinter Europe, a manufacturer of inkjet printers and industrial electronics, is set to introduce a Universal Electronics Kit at PRINTING United Expo 2024. This new solution, designed to revolutionize the direct-to-film (DTF) process, will address common challenges and elevate quality in apparel and material decoration.

The Universal Electronics Kit is engineered to ensure superior performance and safety, outshining unreliable market alternatives, says the company. With an open-source programming platform, the kit offers limitless customization, allowing users to tailor their DTF processes to meet specific needs. Built for durability, it guarantees smooth, reliable operation, even during extended unattended use, the company adds.

Azonprinter’s features its comprehensive support, offering expert installation services both in its HQ in Croatia (Europe) and globally. Beyond the DTF solution, Azonprinter will also unveil the Monster Jet luggage printer, a first-of-its-kind innovation in suitcase printing.

From September 10-12, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Azonprinter will showcase these technologies alongside partners such as Ricoh Europe and former Mutoh Director of Marketing and Business Steve Gluskin. Visit booths SL13016 and SL5276.

Gelato Expands Apparel Portfolio, Announces New Partnership

Gelato (booth C1215) announces the expansion of its apparel portfolio with new premium items and a new partnership with SOL’S.

Creators now have more choices than ever, offering high-quality, customizable apparel options from popular brands like Champion and Under Armour, says the company. Of note, the SOL’S partnership gives creators access to a collection of garments made from organic and recycled materials, providing stylish, eco-friendly, and vegan pieces that meet the growing consumer demand for sustainable and ethically sourced products.

Gelato developed GelatoConnect — a machine-agnostic, end-to-end print production platform that connects procurement, workflow, and logistics to optimize printers’ efficiency, quality, and profitability. After more than a decade in development, it’s now available to all print producers, supporting a comprehensive range of personalized products — from apparel to gifts to paper — across both consumer and business markets.

Kornit to Bring Apollo to PRINTING United Expo

For the first time at PRINTING United Expo, Kornit Digital is displaying its direct-to-garment system — Kornit Apollo, enabling brands, retailers, and screen printers to embrace high-throughput, automated digital production to shorten lead times, reduce total cost of ownership, and improve margins for short-to-medium run production.

See Kornit Digital at PRINTING United Expo 2024 at Booth SL5029, and a demo of Apollo at Booth SL12221.

Prism Inks Introduces Patented FUZION Ink

Prism Inks (booth SL10178) announces the launch of its FUZION Ink, a patented innovation that redefines versatility and efficiency in the printing industry, according to a press release. Protected under patent number US 2021/0180248A1, FUZION Ink represents an advancement by offering seamless integration across multiple printing methods, excelling in both direct-to-film (DTF) and sublimation printing.

FUZION Ink empowers printers to handle a diverse array of materials — whether light or dark, polyester or cotton, and even hard surfaces — using a single printer. Amir Ajanee, CEO of Prism Inks, remarked, “Our cutting-edge technology leverages pigment-dye sub to eliminate the complexity of managing multiple printers and ink systems. FUZION Ink streamlines workflows by providing a unified solution that effortlessly handles diverse printing tasks. Users can easily switch between DTF and sublimation printing with FUZION CMYK and their choice of white ink, simply by changing from DTF film to dye-sub media.”

Ricoh Announces New DTG Printing Machine

Introducing the RICOH Ri 4000, Ricoh DTG’s (booth C2161) most advanced digital textile printer, offering DTG and DTF printing. The company states that users can enjoy enhanced versatility with seamless, high-quality prints on polyester and cotton. Featuring built-in pretreatment technology, it streamlines your workflow for consistent, professional results, making printing simpler and more efficient.

The ROQ NOW DTG Digital Printer

ROQ.US will feature the ROQ NOW digital DTG printer in booth SL7089 — your all-powerful gateway to effortless automation at the press of a button. Delivering over 220 photo-quality prints in seconds with CMYK+OG precision, this one-operator powerhouse ensures unmatched ROI. Wield the pinnacle of set-it-and-forget-it efficiency and access every part of the spectrum, says the company.

Eco-friendly Siser transfer

Siser (booth SL8040) introduces PureHT, a new heat transfer material that features a 100% compostable film, breaking down in the ground within 180 days. Featuring a matte finish, this thin and lightweight material not only looks great but will have you (and the Earth) feeling great, too, says the company.

It also features a lower application temperature of 275°F/135°C; many of the same benefits as EasyWeed, including being iron-friendly, hot-peel, layerable, and OEKO-TEX Standard 100; and is certified compostable by the Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI).

PureHT comes in nine earth tones all in a matte finish, and is compliant with specifications established by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) D6400 standard.

Check out STAHLS’ Fulfill Engine

STAHLS’ (booth SL10066) Fulfill Engine is an all-in-one platform for custom apparel decorators, streamlining pricing, quoting, sourcing blanks, managing decoration methods, staging orders, and shipping. It includes scan-to-print production tracking, automated DTF heat transfer ordering, unlimited white-label webstores, and integrated quality checks, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.