Epson revamps Fujimi Inkjet Innovation Lab

Epson has re-equipped and reopened the Fujimi Inkjet Innovation Lab at its Fujimi Plant in Japan.

The Fujimi Inkjet Innovation Lab, first opened in October 2019, was created to promote the exploration of new inkjet printing applications in manufacturing.

The re-equipped Fujimi Inkjet Innovation Lab is part of Epson’s strategy to expand applications for printhead-based solutions in new markets and to accelerate innovation in its customers’ printing and production processes.

The Lab has been newly outfitted with direct-to-surface colour inkjet printers and facilities for performing tests using Epson’s inkjet printheads. Furnished also with other new facilities such as a meeting area and a studio that can broadcast a view of tests performed, the Lab is spacious, open and conducive to the growth of ideas.

The Fujimi Inkjet Innovation Lab is equipped with an inkjet machine for R&D mounted with Epson’s inkjet printheads and a battery of other devices, instruments, and tools for running trial production and evaluations.

Inkjet systems eliminate much of the waste associated with traditional production methods. They are expected to transform companies' manufacturing, which is especially important given today’s increased focus on sustainability.

Epson says it will continue to drive the creation of new value that contributes to a more sustainable world through the Fujimi Inkjet Innovation Lab and co-creation with partners from various fields.