Roland DG UK is launching a wide format machine rental programme designed to enable SMEs and start-ups to move into wide format printing without the need for an up-front investment.
Available to rent are some of Roland’s most popular machines, including the VersaCAMM SP-i and new VS-i series of printer/cutters and the VersaART RE-640 printer. The recently launched VersaUV LEF-20 is also available within the rental scheme.
The company advises that customers investigate purchasing or leasing a printer from one of its network of authorised dealers as a first port of call. However, if a customer is struggling to secure finance or is not yet ready to commit to purchasing a device, the rental scheme provides an alternative option.
James Johnson, business manager, said, ‘The new Roland Rental programme has been designed for those SMEs, start-ups and other businesses looking to ‘dip their toes’ into the wide format sector, or for those who may, for various reasons, have difficulty securing a loan to purchase capital equipment. It is also ideal for those who may require additional short-term wide format capacity or companies that desperately want to diversify, but are currently unable to commit to up-front capital expenditure or investment.
‘Joining the Roland Rental programme is as straight forward as choosing the right machine for the business’s needs, signing up for a one, two or three year rental contract, paying a three month deposit up front and preparing the business for wide format success.’
‘This is a very comprehensive package,’ continued Mr Johnson, ‘and one we believe will give the new entrant to wide format printing everything they need to quickly see a return on their investment. The Roland Rental programme will also ensure sign makers, printers and other entrepreneurs can keep up-to-date with the very latest printing technologies.’
He concluded ‘At Roland, we are consistently trying to find new ways to work with customers to ensure they can take advantage of all our wide format technology has to offer. This programme could open up a whole world of new possibilities for many smaller, ambitious businesses and we are looking forward to introducing the many benefits of Roland’s technology to them.’
