Looking for more information on the Roland TrueVIS VG4 Series? Or maybe you're wondering whether the Roland TrueVIS VG4 is worth upgrading to as a replacement for the Roland TrueVIS VG3 Series or even discontinued Roland SG Series, then you are in the right place! We're taking a look at what makes an investment in the Roland TrueVIS VG4 Series a worthwhile upgrade...
What's New on the Roland TrueVIS VG4?
The Roland TrueVIS VG3 series remains an excellent printer cutter and is one of the most reliable print and cut options built. The new TrueVIS VG4 introduces several upgrades and refinements designed to improve both productivity and print quality.
New Generation Printhead
The Roland TrueVIS VG4 Series features the latest printhead combined with Roland DG's control technology for ultra fine and high density ink droplet control. This allows for high definition prints with fewer passes, plus;
- Sharper detail
- Smoother gradients
- High colour consistency
- Better repeatability across production runs
For print businesses, this means producing premium graphics more consistently whilst also maintaining efficient production workflow.
New Roland TR3 Inks
Perhaps the biggest headline feature of the VG4 Series is the introduction of Roland latest eco-solvent ink, TR3. The new TR3 ink is free of GBL which is a solvent chemical that is being phased out due to global restrictions. TR3 ink is future proof and guarantees compliance with future environmental and safety legislation.
As well as CMYK, TR3 ink is also available in the following options: Light Cyan, Light Magenta, Light Black, Orange, Green, White and new Red. These expanded ink options allow businesses to reproduce a much wider colour gamut. This is particularly useful for printing corporate brand colours, retail graphics, signage, POS displays and vehicle wraps.
The addition of Red ink is particularly significant, helping achieve richer reds and more accurate corporate colours without relying solely on CMYK colour mixing. Light Black also delivers smoother greys and more natural photographic output, making the VG4 an excellent choice for businesses producing premium quality graphics.
Smart Workflow Features
The Roland TrueVIS Series has a reputation for being incredibly easy to navigate and operate. The VG4 Series is no exception. Print jobs can now be launched from the printers 7 inch touchscreen once they have been prepared in Versaworks. This is particularly useful for when the RIP software is located on another workstation or in a separate office.
Lower Ink Consumption means Lower Running Costs
Roland has focused on efficiency with the VG4 Series. The printer series has been designed to deliver better ink utilisation, less waste, more consistent output, reduced reprints and lower operating costs over time. Improved ink efficiency supports lower consumption whilst easier user access and replacement of maintenance areas and parts helps reduce downtime and keeps output consistent.
Return on Investment - How quickly can the VG4 pay for itself?
While every print business is different, Roland's own ROI example demonstrates just how quickly the TrueVIS VG4 can become a profitable investment. Using a VG4-540 configured with CMYKLkOrGrRd TR3 500cc inks printing at 900 x 1200 dpi resolution in 12 passes producing graphics for just four hours per day at 7.4m² per hour, the example shows:
- Daily production: 29.6m²
- Estimated gross monthly margin: £20,720
- Estimated monthly production costs: £2,272
- Estimated monthly production profit: £18,448
Based on an example investment of £14,180 (including the printer, initial ink set, delivery and installation), Roland estimates an ROI of just 0.77 months, meaning the machine could effectively pay for itself in under one month under these production conditions.
Of course, every business is different and actual returns will depend on production volumes, media costs, labour, selling prices and workflow efficiencies. However, the example highlights how investing in improved productivity and lower operating costs can have a significant impact on profitability.
Speak to the Your Print Specialists Sales team
If you're considering upgrading from a Roland VG3, replacing an older SG Series printer or investing in the new Roland TrueVIS VG4, the team at Your Print Specialists is here to help.
Our experienced sales specialists can provide expert advice on the best configuration for your business, explain the benefits of the new TR3 ink platform, discuss finance options and provide a tailored quotation based on your production requirements.
Call the YPS Sales Team on 0191 256 6889 or submit a quote request through our website to find out how the Roland TrueVIS VG can help your business improve productivity, reduce running costs and maximise profitability.
