Mimaki has introduced two new direct-to-textile printers, the Mimaki Tx330-1800 and Tx330-1800B. This new Tx300 series is set to transform the textile industry towards waterless, high-quality solutions, offering both quality and sustainability, claimed the company.
In contrast to conventional textile printing processes that require pre- and post-processing equipment, Mimaki said the Tx330 Series streamlines production into a space-efficient solution – ideal for users with limited space. The Fespa Global Print Expo, to be held in Berlin, Germany on the 6-9 May 2025, will mark the EMEA debut of the Tx330-1800 and the unveiling of further details concerning both printers.
The printers are equipped with dual ink set capability to switch between textile pigment inks and dye sublimation inks. Unlike conventional dye inks, these solutions simplify the process with a straightforward printing and heat fixation procedure, explained Mimaki. This eliminates the need for facilities for water supply, drainage and wastewater treatment, as well as the dyeing expertise needed to operate.
The Tx330-1800B is an ideal space-saving solution, offering improved stability for printing on more demanding fabrics
The Tx330-1800 allows for printing on both fabric and paper in one machine. Meanwhile, the Tx330-1800B uses a belt conveyor to print on stretchy, thick, and thin fabrics commonly used for apparel, ideal for producing short-run and varied apparel in small spaces, such as offices, schools, and retail stores.
Arjen Evertse, general manager of sales in EMEA at Mimaki Europe, commented, ‘Looking at today’s textile market, we anticipate that the demand for textile products produced on-demand and locally will continue to grow. So, with that in mind, we released two products which are easy-to-use, versatile and sustainable, for those printers looking to incorporate textile printing capabilities within a small space, without compromising on capabilities and quality.
He added that the ink versatility aspect of these printers tackles the important concern of industrial water pollution, to which traditional textile dyeing alone contributes around 20%. These latest solutions remove the need for the large amounts of water, while also reducing energy consumption, explained Mr Evertse.
To accompany the Tx330 series, Mimaki is also introducing TxLink5 textile RIP software. This latest version of the TxLink software is designed to further improve the workflow in environments with multiple printers, which allows for users to manage their printing processes more efficiently.
The Tx330-1800 and Tx330-1800B will both be available for the textile and apparel market in June 2025, the company concluded. In the UK and Ireland, they will be available through Mimaki distributor Hybrid Services.