CMYUK has been appointed as the UK and Ireland distributor for Gerber’s MCT Laser Cutters.
Reading-based CMYUK supplies wide-format digital printers, cutting equipment and materials across the UK and Ireland and its new partnership with Gerber adds to its ability to provide a digital cutting portfolio that services the sign, graphics and soft signage markets.
‘It’s a natural fit,’ said Gerber president and COO Scott Schinlever. ‘The UK is the second largest Western out-of-home signage market in the world, following the US. With CMYUK’s position in the market, I see it as a huge opportunity for us together to serve CMYUK’s growing customer base with digital finishing and workflow software.’
‘Laser cutting is perfect for anyone who wants to get into soft signage, textiles and flags,’ added Nick Reed, CMYUK’s digital cutting specialist. ‘The ability to eliminate the need for sewing is such a compelling advantage, and one which is set to be such a strong focus for the near to medium term.
‘We are witnessing huge demand for soft furnishing, interior décor and personalisation within the digitally printed textile market. These need to be cut with a laser, which not only handles irregular shapes with ease, but also seals raw edges. Further down the line, prototyping, fast fashion and highly customisable short-runs will be screaming out for this type of finishing.’
