The manufacturer said the new Anapurna Ciervo H2500 offers the same versatility and performance as the H3200, in a more compact format. 

The Ciervo H2500 can print on a variety of rigid and flexible substrates and, like its larger sibling, features six-colour plus white inks and UV LED curing.

With a redesigned print engine and shuttle, it can print at up to 59sqm/hr in Production Mode, an increase by nearly 70% compared to its predecessor – and delivers “vibrant, high-quality results” on applications ranging from banners and vinyl to corrugated cardboard and coated textiles.

Its continuous board feeding capability allows efficient printing on up to four boards simultaneously.

Agfa said both the Ciervo H3200 and H2500 printers now offer new optional corrugated media feed guides, expanding their application scope to include precise and reliable printing on corrugated cardboard, making them suitable for packaging and POS applications. The new guides can also be retrofitted on existing Ciervo printers.

Arnaud Calleja, vice-president of digital printing solutions at Agfa, said: “Just like all Agfa’s ‘beasty’ inkjet printers, the Anapurna Ciervo H2500 is powerful by nature, combining a compact footprint with unparalleled performance and agility.

“This new addition to the Ciervo family is yet another testament to Agfa’s commitment to continuous innovation and to providing a beast for every need, ensuring that sign and display professionals have the right tools to excel in any setting.”

The new machine uses Greenguard Gold-certified inks while Agfa’s Thin Ink Layer technology minimises ink consumption without compromising quality, according to the manufacturer. The device also has a protective hood and several other smart design features to ensure optimal operator safety.

The Ciervo H2500, as well as the hybrid Jeti Bronco H3300S, will be shown on Agfa’s booth at C!Print Lyon from 4-6 February.