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If you are an advanced user or just setting up your artisJet printer, you might have seen this setting called “Halftone Dither” in artisJet Workstation, right?
And if you are puzzled by the technical term, let alone its functions, you are not alone. In fact, that is the norm, not the exception.
However, knowing what the halftone dither does could prove useful in some very specific scenarios.
So, what is halftone dithering setting for?
It determines the amount of “feather” or “partial overlap” each pass of the printed ink shares with the one immediately before and after it.
Put plainly, it serves as a valve controlling how sharp or smooth the transition between different parts of the printing is.
The default setting is F (full), which is capable of satisfactorily handling most printing requirements, because for the vast majority of tasks we do need to smooth out the transitions and ensure photorealistic quality of the artwork with no banding.
However, certain situations might arise that call for a divergence from the default setting.
S (small) is best suited for printing patterns involving distinct thin lines such as small text or dial meters. By minimizing the feathering of ink, the edges of the lines are crystalized.
The distinction becomes more pronounced as the lines get thinner.
Note that the effect can sometimes be perceived as not only sharper, but also lighter in color density. Experiment with different settings to see which combination works best for your project.
Check out this side-by-side comparison between the effect on solid color printing with F and S feathering respectively. You can clearly see the banding in the one with S feather.
But if your work hardly involves any demands for printing thin lines, just know that most people are very happy with the default setting (F).
Is there any function in your printing work and production in general that you have stumbled upon and haven’t use at all? Share your thoughts with us.
Do you have questions about artisJet Workstation printing software? Give us a shout here and let’s discuss more.
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Since the official Covid control guidelines have been adjusted, there have been concerns regarding the potential risks if being infected.
As a proactive response, artisJet has introduced flexible workplace arrangements by providing the option of working from home for everyone.
In spite of this, some of our colleagues have shrugged off the possible perils and insisted on showing up at work, displaying a high level of dedication and professionalism.
Their presence has inspired all of us to be strong in this period of uncertainty and unease.
We appreciate everyone’s effort to confront the difficulties of balancing protection and production, while also stressing the importance of adequate protection to safeguard one’s health in this last stretch in the struggle against Covid-19 pandemic.
We are confident that we’ll get through this tail end of the epidemic quickly and successfully. Be positive.
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artisJet, with its instant custom print solutions, is well-suited to empower a wide variety of businesses, but are there scenarios in which people are advised NOT to go with artisJet? In other words, does artisJet actually turns away potential clients for any reason?
The answer is YES. Here are three reasons artisJet is not for you or might not be for you.
Reason No. 1
artisJet is not for you if you prioritize short-term expediency over long-term sustainability
Even though some of our clients are just starting out, they have big dreams in the future. We are eager to grow steadily together with our clients to help them succeed in realizing those dreams in years to come.
That’s why, over the last 15 years, artisJet has been consistently and heavily investing in R&D to pursue innovation and system upgrades, so that our support for clients can be sustainable.
Some of our customers have been with us for more than a decade, and have used more than one generation of artisJet printers and systems.
Knowing that artisJet will be there for them in the long haul gives clients the peace of mind when they choose artisJet.
Reason No. 2
artisJet is not for you if you are a technical expert who doesn’t require simplified operation and professional assistance
Someone who feels the compulsion to constantly tweak the hardware and software, to manipulate complex settings, or enjoys troubleshooting without professional assistance, probably won’t be too thrilled with artisJet’s simplified process.
With foolproof one-click operations within the artisJet Workstation software and a dedicated tech support team, artisJet aims to take care of the geeky aspects so that users who can’t be bothered with technical know-hows can simply get the job done and carry on with their lives. Watch the video nelow and see what one-click maintenance with artisJet is.
Reason No. 3
artisJet is not for you if you are looking for a low-end products for a low-budget project
There’s a massive market for UV printing equipment for businesses with limited budget and expectations, and we would’ve enjoyed being responsive and feasible for all business projects.
However, it became clear that factors like precision, durability, and user-friendliness couldn’t be reconciled with competitive pricing. Hence we are more prepared to meet the demand of the middle-to higher range of the market where the initial cost is not the determinant factor.
Echoing the first reason above, advanced and user-friendly technologies, more often than not, produce enough savings in labor costs in the long run to make up for their initial outlays manifold.
One of the tech features is the third-party software compatibility, which allows users to print directly from virtually any image-processing application through the means of HOT FOLDER.
With these being said, there’s actually a more fundamental reason behind the ones outlined above. Namely, we feel obligated to devote full attention to serving the right clients well. For that to happen, we have to let some opportunities go.
However, if you don’t find yourself included in any of these situations, you are more than likely someone we can help. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us via artisJet.com or find more contact details here.
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Customer priorities are constantly changing.
Our research indicates that over 50% of users who were more cost-conscious in their initial investments now place a premium on a more efficient user experience and hassle-free maintenance.
One example of this changing demand is the story of Luis, a veteran printer distributor in Guatemala. Despite having been a seller of comparatively inexpensive printers for years, he's now fielding inquiries from customers who specifically ask for higher-end products.
With his customer base expanding to pricier segments of the markets and becoming increasingly multifarious, there appeared to be a gap in his product offerings that needed to be filled. Consequently, he is considering artisJet for a complementary solution to his current product portfolio to address this emerging market demand.
artisJet strives to provide value-added complements to customers' existing product lines, based on the appreciation of and respect for the diversity and variability of market demands.
We look forward to empowering Luis and countless others businesses around the world to create more value and succeed in the marketplace.
How can artisJet digital printing solutions can add more value to your brand or business?
Reach us today and schedule a LIVE DEMO WEBINAR. We are here for you via Live Chat, by e-mail, by phone and direct messaging. Connect with us!
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Sustainable inks
artisJet ink cartridges are developed keeping in mind the color performance, the ink durability, the ink sustainability, the color resistance and environment friendly features. Behind each artisInk ink cartridges, there are hundreds of testing hours and testing steps and years of engineering and technology, to secure the best success of your printing on each single job with amazing performance.
Ink to fit all needs
A RoHS, REACH, RISC, and RCM certified ink, artisInk passed the international ink testing standards, with different inks for different needs: water proof ink, universal inks highly compatible with different materials, flexible ink for soft leather substrates, enabling the usage on thinner and heat-sensitive substrates as well, without any damage.
Safe and certified ink
Wondering how bad are the smell and fumes from the ink? artisJet LED UV inks are almost odorless, and the machine doesn’t have to be in a separated room with special ventilation and exhaust. Most artisJet end users and customers have their businesses running in crowded places such as shopping malls, small offices, even in home businesses.
artisJet’s DTSAT3 LED UV ink is not toxic, is harmless to the environment. It will not hurt your hands, only make them dirty, if you want to touch the ink. Due to its eco-friendly characteristic, is highly advantageous to print using LED UV inks.
Matching the requirements in professional fields
In addition to environment safety, make note it is perfect for kid-friendly items such as toys and play around applications (wood bricks, plastic or wooden jigsaw puzzles, Lego bricks and pieces, Jenga blocks, game controllers, Rubik cubes, ping pong balls and paddles, custom ABC photo building blocks etc.).
Nevertheless, the beauty industry, the skincare and cosmetics brands are widely using artisJet solutions to offer personalized solutions to their customers, by direct printing in-store on the preferred items: lipstick printing, customized face cream jars, and fun prints on lip-gloss, emoji printing on mascara and powder cases. The options are endless, the ink is eco-friendly, while customers enjoy their products.
Some ink features and advantages?
Take into consideration that LED UV curable inks offer significant advantages:
- ✓ Compatible to wide range of print materials covering acrylic, wood, plastic, metal, aluminum, leather and many more;
- ✓ Excellent ink stability with low-solvent ingredients, designed to coordinate perfectly with the print head;
- ✓ Absence of VOC (volatile organic compounds), safe for all usage and harmless to humans;
- ✓ Smooth and sharp color quality for Photo-realistic images, high precision printing and varied printing effects, including Braille and 3D effect;
- ✓ Fast cure, high color density, superior scratch resistance, and low energy requirement;
- ✓ Contributes in reducing the print head nozzle blocking which leads to significantly low rate of nozzle failure;
- ✓ The inks are in cartridges greatly reducing the sediments while extending the ink life;
- ✓ 100% use of ink, easy check of the ink supply levels to determine ink estimates.
artisJet Ink Cartridges now available in US!
If you are one of our valuable users in the US, operating with artis 3000U pro, artis 5000U or artisJet Young printers, we have a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT for you:
The artisJet DTSAT3 inks are closer to you, now shipping ink directly from US, all ink quantities and ink colors available!
Do you need CMYK ink colors or maybe WHITE ink only? Reach our Factory Authorized U.S. Distributor, and place your order using the promo code INKINTRO to enjoy FREE SHIPPING.
Hurry up, offer is available until November 11. Visit the artisjetink.com website and place your order!
Introductory offer good for a limited time, ink orders are shipped from Southern California.
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About Adobe MAX 2022 - The Creativity Conference
Under the umbrella of Adobe Inc., Adobe MAX is one of the world’s biggest creativity conferences. “MAX is a creative rocket ship of amazing contents, great speakers, and fun labs” (previous MAX attendee, max.adobe.com).
Starting October 18th, and after two years of attending the event online only, the Adobe MAX Creativity Conference 2022 can be attended either virtually or in person, with over 6,000 in-person attendees, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
The event is the best time for Adobe to present the new developments and updates of its suite of applications (Adobe Creative Cloud) and to build a community of creative professionals.
Adobe MAX covers several industry’s topics, all set in sessions: 3D and augmented reality; Creativity and Design in Business; Drawing, Painting, and Illustration; Education; Graphic Design; Photography; Social Media and Marketing; UI and UX; Video, Audio, and Motion.
It’s the moment when Adobe’s announcements regarding new products and features are released, but it is mostly a great opportunity to make valuable connections between creatives: from marketers, artists, illustrators and graphic designers who create across multiple design disciplines including printing, to photographers, tech and business strategists, technology leads and more.
At the same time, the different hundreds of sessions, labs, workshops and networking events teach attendees new insights, tips and tricks of using Adobe suite in different creative industries.
artisJet in Adobe MAX – Fit your environment and let your ideas bloom
We are happy to announce that, this year, artisJet is sponsor of Adobe! And the ones that made this happen and we are grateful to is The Fittest, a team of professional entrepreneurs with decades of experience into helping companies and brands launching their ideas through business consulting, coaching, strategic planning and scaling up.
artisJet offers solutions with A4, B2, B3, B5 and dedicated application-oriented printers for different scenarios and environments, from home business, store business, shopping mall business, kiosk business, printing house, design studio, printing production factories, and other scenarios to be sure it fits the various printing business necessities.
Get inspired. Imagine. Make-IT
How artisJet digital inkjet printing solutions work with Adobe? Empowered by the artisJet WorkStation, artisJet printers are printing directly from any third party software, supporting all popular types of graphics including those from Adobe, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, PDF and others on demand too.
At the Make-IT booth, you will have the chance to experience interactive direct printing from Adobe on your own! Adobe ambassadors will assist you through this fun and creative printing journey. Don’t forget to scan your badges at the artisJet booth scanner and let’s connect!
Remember!
From 18th to 20 of October, find artisJet proV6 printer at the MAKE-IT booth, in the Adobe MAX Community Pavilion, Los Angeles Convention Center. Don’t miss out the inspirational ideas and printing surprises we’ve prepared for you! See you there, cannot wait to meet the best creative community!
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PRINT SANTIAGO CHILE 2022
Print Santiago promotes the development of the graphic industry in Latin America. Its 2022 edition is committed to a new way of doing business, with a hybrid and multiplatform communication format.
What will you find in Print Santiago? Machinery and equipment, substrates, supplies and services for the graphic and packaging industry, pre-print, digital printing, software, inks and consumables, design and innovation, packaging and more.
Print Santiago will exhibit the latest in printing services for various industries in a fair epicenter of 4000 square meters, in Espacio Riesco Expocenter.
It is the opportunity to bring the advances and innovations of the present time closer to the region, uniting over 15 countries from Latin America in the face of business opportunities in a post-Covid-19 environment: Brazil, Chile, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Peru, Venezuela, Argentina, Mexico, Paraguay and more.
Keep Braille at your fingertips anytime, anywhere.
With the recent development of touchable and raised UV LED printing, compliant Braille signage can be created with an even greater graphics appeal and in a single printing process with UV curable ink.
These UV LED printing techniques are ideally reliable for plastic substrates, metallic substrate, direct to wood printing substrates, aluminum, PVC and many more which are cost-effective, time saving and a non-proprietary solution open to UV printer users.
With artisJet LED UV Braille technology, Braille become an easier and at hand feature, creating multiple applications for customized electronics industry, restaurant menus and other reading materials, such as music scores, birthday cards and many more.
3D printing Braille characters can be applied onto consumer products, with the ultimate intent for packaging from retailers to include Braille offerings for such uses as dosage instructions on a medicine bottle, an expiration date on some sort of food packaging or anything else that could be beneficial to the visually impaired.
Benefit from the creative potential of raised printing by choosing artisJet LED UV tactile printing for indoor and even outdoor ADA Compliant Braille signage solutions and applications.
Blessit brings Braille Solutions in Print Santiago Chile
Braille printing solutions with artis 5000U UV LED printer are brought to you in Latin America by Blessit, artisJet’s partner in Chile and Argentina, a company with more than 22 years’ experience in offering comprehensive services and specific solutions for particular needs, addressing all disabilities in general.
This way, most prestigious companies in Chile, Argentina and neighbouring countries can provide products and services equally to all their clients in the market, from Braille custom printing to implementing Braille system solutions in the retail industry and helping those with impaired vision.
Where to find them? Come join Blessit and artisJet Braille solutions in PRINT Santiago Expo 2022, Stand C13, Espacio Riesco Expocenter!.
¡Nos vemos en Chile!
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An Autumn Invitation from artisJet
This autumn you are invited to explore artisJet printing innovations globally. As the world bounces back from the doldrums of Covid, so is the activity of artisJet and our global partners.
To use metaphors befitting this season of harvest, artisJet has been quietly and carefully cultivating the field, planting seeds, and nurturing the crop all through the lockdowns and quarantines during spring and summer.
And this autumn, the fruits of our efforts are now blooming and ripening far and near for our clients to harvest.
10 exhibitions in 10 weeks, with many more to be announced, will sure to bring artisJet and our instant printing solutions closer to a wider interested audience.
Being more present on the world stage enables us to refine a global vision, to engage customers face to face, and to better help partners and all our users succeed.
Discover more about the events.
You can find out more about artisJet event schedules by visiting our EVENTS page.
See you soon at our next exhibition.
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Start for FIGRAMPA 2022 - Leader in Latin America
FIGRAMPA – Feria Internacional de la Industria Gráfica, Multi-Medios, Publicitaria y Afines (International Fair of the Graphic, Multi-Media, Advertising and Related Industry), is a leader in Latin America, being the first and largest of its kind in Ecuador.
In its 8th edition, FIGRAMPA 2022 aims to present great business opportunities and promote a communication space where industry professionals can present their own brands and trends in the sector, while exchanging knowledge, processes, products and services through technological innovation.
It is a place where the latest trends in machinery, digital and laser printing, offset, larger format printing, flexography, screen printing, textile sublimation, 3D printing, eco-friendly solutions, packaging production are presented.
artisJet printing systems in Ecuador
The event is already rolling! Organized by AIG, FIGRAMPA is taking place at the Centro Exposiciones Quito, Ecuador, from 22 to 25th of September. You have 3 more days to join artisJet official distributor in Ecuador, Digital Color! They are waiting for its visitors with printing demo and solutions to meet all expectations: from flatbed printing on small applications (pen printing, lipstick printing, key chains…) with artisJet proV6 small printer, to large format printing and rotary customization capabilities with artis 3000U pro B3 LED UV printer.
Technology innovation doesn’t mean just hardware updates, but also printing effects and color print quality: Braille dots printing, touchable and glossy printing and much more.
Discover all in Stand No. 37, in FIGRAMPA! You will find a dedicated and experienced team of professionals who will take you through an exciting journey in digital printing and personalization solutions. What customers say about them? “Buena atencion y servicio de calidad en todos sus productos”.
MEET ARTISJET AND DIGITAL COLOR IN ECUADOR!
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Creating value with digital printing
Digital printing is one of the fastest-growing segments of the sign industry, while technology advancements and innovations in digital printing have enabled a significant improvement in print manufacturing efficiency and high print quality, as well as contributing into providing time-efficient production and optimization, waste minimization, and cost-effective solutions.
Since 2005, artisJet has been standing at users’ and partners’ side utilizing their experience working with our printing systems and solutions, simplifying the color production and having everyone to enjoy the privilege in customization. Achieving sustainability and building agile and efficient customized printing solutions is the priority, while creating value for customers and teams is the pursuit.
artisJet printing solutions in Central America
Autumn season is already announced to be a fruitful one, with artisJet digital printing systems present in multiple exhibitions simultaneously. This time, from Australia to India, and then to Europe, our printing solutions are crossing the Atlantic Ocean:
We are proud to announce that Multicopias Imprenta, artisJet distributor in Mexico, will be showcasing artisJet’s digital inkjet printers specialized for B3 and B2 size printing, artis 3000U pro and artis 5000U UV LED printers in FESPA MEXICO 2022! Discover the two production horses for both flatbed and rotary printing and learn more about the different printing effects and capabilities of these two printing systems, by visiting our partner in Booth C30 of Centro Citibanamex, Mexico City.
FESPA Mexico – Empowering the graphic industry
For 13 years, FESPA Mexico is the largest dedicated wide format exhibition in Central and North America, supporting the specialty print industry.
Focusing on sectors such as textile printing, garment decoration, 3D printing, screen printing, and signage, alongside a variety of product innovations, technology and solutions from over 150 leader brands, as well as quality educational content that will offer visitors the chance to build their businesses and add new print solutions, you have 3 days to discover the best in the industry, starting today, September 22nd.
Carried out based on the 3S - Sano, Seguro and Sustenable (Healthy, Safe and Sustainable), it’s a great opportunity to meet face-to-face with over 10,000 professionals and create new business connections and to discover a variety of product solutions and technology innovations in one place.
Remember: Multicopias Imprenta – artisJet Mexico, Stand C30, Centro Citibanamex, Mexico City.
¡NOS VEMOS EN FESPA MÉXICO!
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