The Uvistar Pro8, which has been developed in combination with Fujifilm’s new Uvijet QN inks, is geared towards the production of super-wide format print for display point-of-purchase (POP) and outdoor advertising on flexible and rigid media.

Fujfilm said the new press has been designed to meet an increase in demand for indoor applications, where viewing distances tend to be closer and rigid materials are more commonly used.

New features on the Uvistar Pro8 include a complete set of light colours within the ink set, which Fujifilm claims increases print quality without compromising speed.

Other improvements to the design include an automated media handling system for rigid media; a fully automated backlit printing option; the ability to switch between four- and eight-colour printing modes and a new operator interface.

Fujifilm group marketing manager for wide-format Tudor Morgan said: "We wanted to broaden the reach of the Uvistar to both indoor as well as outdoor applications.

"The Uvistar Pro8 will cost around 10% more than the exiting Uvistar. It will not replace the older model as not all printers need tables or eight colours.

"The machine will be launched at Drupa and we will be able to deliver it from August onwards."