Print On has invested in a Dyss digital cutter from AG/CAD. The Cheadle-based business installed a Mimaki flatbed UV printer in 2015, but had been hand-cutting large format sheets and boards.
‘We needed the flatbed printer to support the changing needs of the market and to move into large format work,’ explained managing director Alex Oldfield. ‘Likewise, we found that customers were looking to work with an ever-increasing range of substrates. Without a cutting machine we often had to turn work away or have it cut externally. Additionally, a percentage of the work that we could hand cut required geometries and shapes that were extremely challenging. We looked at the digital cutter options and as soon as I saw the Dyss machines from AG/CAD at a trade show, I knew it was the machine our business needed.’
Print On opted for the Dyss X7-1624C, with the Super Head configuration for the flexibility afforded by the routing spindle and the additional two tool slots which can accept a range of quick-change knife tools and creasing tools.
‘One of the key things about the Dyss is confidence.’ Mr Oldfield continued. ‘We now have the confidence to take on all types of work, regardless of material types or complexity. We can take on work that we previously had to turn away because of these factors. This has resulted not only in the nature of our work diversifying, but also our turnover increasing accordingly. We have also increased our client base as a result of the Dyss and we are now working with more print procurement companies. This is making for an exciting time for our business and its future.’
