Taktiful said the collaboration brings together its new software products with Sharp’s printing and embellishment technology, “creating a powerful synergy that promises to supercharge the digital print embellishment industry”.
Taktiful’s Reaktor and Kreator products were the subject of Printweek’s Star Product in the June/July issue of the magazine.
As part of the new US partnership, which will be showcased on the Sharp booth (C2490) at Printing United Expo in Las Vegas from 10-12 September, Sharp will now be a certified reseller of Taktiful's technology.
Taktiful’s AI-powered software products, which include tools for estimating, pricing, virtual embellishment previsualisation, and AI-powered design, will now complement the pairing of Sharp’s BP-1200S digital press and the DDC-810 Duplo inkjet digital embellishment press.
Additionally, Taktiful offers end user training programs to ensure customers achieve success with selling, marketing, estimating, and producing digital print embellishments.
Kevin Abergel, founder and CEO of Taktiful, said: “We are thrilled to partner with Sharp Imaging and Information Company of America, a company that shares our passion for innovation and excellence.
“Our software solutions are designed to transform the way print providers approach embellishments, making sophisticated design accessible and profitable. Together with Sharp, we are setting a new standard in the digital print industry.”
Dino Pagliarello, VP of product management and production print at Sharp Business USA, added: “Our partnership with Taktiful is a game-changer for the digital print industry. By integrating Taktiful’s innovative software with our state-of-the-art printing technology, we are providing our customers with the tools they need to create stunning, high-value print products.
“This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering exceptional solutions that drive productivity and profitability.”
Sharp made a fresh push into production printing in the US last year. It showcased the 120ppm BP-1200S at last year’s Printing United Expo in Atlanta, Georgia.
In the UK Sharp is not active in production print but it offers a range of light production printers targeted at in-house print departments.
