With the new VersaWorks update to 6.14, you can now customize the tools in your Job Settings window. Step 1. Open the Queue Properties for the Queue you would like to
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SILVERING OF OVERLAMINATES
Decal applications may require an overlaminating film to provide protection for a graphic and extend its useful life. Manufactures like General Formulations provide many options for pressure sensitive clear overlaminating
HOW TO USE THE NEW VERSAWORKS JOB VARIATION TOOL
Job Variation, A recently added feature to Roland DG VersaWorks, is a fantastic tool that can be used for print jobs where color accuracy is very important. “Job Variation” allow
MATCHING ROLAND COLOR MANAGEMENT PROPERTIES
If you click on the “Color Management Properties” button in VersaWorks, you’ll see that there are a variety of matching methods you can choose from. So, it’s important to know
TESTING AN EXTERIOR WALL FOR MEDIA COMPATIBILITY
The first step to qualifying a wall wrapping media is to analyze and identify the surface. This article doesn’t select specific media for you. I want to give you some
BENEFITS OF OVERLAMINATES FOR VEHICLE GRAPHICS
In this episode of Tech on the Road, Arlon technical solutions manager, Ritchie Daize, teaches you about why substrate laminates matter and briefly covers some of the benefits they offer
CUT GRAPHIC FILM ADHESION BUILD
When adhesive first makes contact with a surface the level of bound or stickiness is called “tack”. As time passes or pressure is exerted the adhesive flows onto, and makes
NAVIGATING THE SIGNLAB INTERFACE
The following elements make up the workspace. Most elements can be moved around and docked in the workspace. When you first start the application, or open a new file, the signblank
HOW TO USE THE NEAREST COLOR FINDER TOOL IN ROLAND VERSAWORKS
One of the really cool features available in VersaWorks is the “Nearest Color Finder” tool. It allows you to select a Spot Color and find the “best” representation of the
GO BEYOND BASIC TEXT IN SIGNLAB WITH TEXT TOOLBOX CONTROLS!
Adding text to your designs is about more than just inserting a few words. Proper text designs can elevate your creations and make them stand out from the rest. If
DEBUNKING THE MYTHS OF CALENDERED FILMS
In this episode of Tech on the Road, Arlon technical solutions specialist, Matt Braswell, discusses the key differences between calendered and cast films and debunks industry myths concerning calendered products.
NEW VERSASTUDIO BN-20A INSTALLATION VIDEOS NOW AVAILABLE
Nine new VersaSTUDIO BN-20A installation videos at the Roland TV page have just been released. Besides walking you through the entire installation process, these videos provide other BN-20A tips and
HOW TO REMOVE VINYL ADHESIVE
In this episode of Tech on the Road, Arlon senior technical solutions manager, Ritchie, shares vinyl hacks for how to deal with any leftover adhesive residue after a wrap removal.
VERSAWORKS UPDATE 6.12.2
Roland DG VersaWorks is now at version 6.12.2, and there is a list of the items that have been added or changed in the newest version. First, the Remaining Media
USING THE STEP & REPEAT FUNCTION IN VERSAWORKS 6
Roland DG’s Step & Repeat function in VersaWorks 6.0 is a timesaving feature. When you add a job, this useful tool enables you to Step & Repeat it, easily and
WHAT SHOULD MY CUTTER SETTINGS BE?
The most commonly asked question from customers who are new to the printing/cutting industry are related to the blade and cutter settings. Roland has a good Cutter Blade Reference Guide
THE DEEP CHANNEL HACK TO PREVENT VINYL LIFTING
So here we are once again, talking about the challenge of vinyl lifting out of channels and recessed areas. What we really need is a ‘Deep Channel Hack’! We often
SIGN & GRAPHICS BEGINNER’S GUIDE
Beginner’s Guide Sign and Graphics Installation Arlon features a lot of different installation techniques, tips, and tricks on Arlon’s WrapItRight, and at a glance, it might seem hard to get started.
USEFUL NEW FEATURES IN UPDATED VERSAWORKS 6.12 SOFTWARE
The most recent VersaWorks update to version 6.12 has added a few new features that you may find useful. First is connectivity to the Roland DG Connect application. You can
TIME FOR MAINTENANCE
Every Roland DG TrueVIS printer has a unique display warning message system that tells you when it’s time to perform maintenance and replace consumable parts, like head wipers, etc. When
LAMINATING TIPS – SILVERING
Written by Jim Hingst, Former Nekoosa Team Member Have you ever seen silvery specs in a laminated print? This defect is called silvering. It’s caused when tiny air bubbles are
PDAA AND ARLON VEHICLE AND FLEET TRAINING CERTIFICATION
PDAA and Arlon Vehicle and Fleet Training and Certification is designed to train installers on the best practices for fleet and commercial vehicle wrapping. Our goal is to help you
HOW TO USE THE VERSAWORKS 6 “CUT & PRINT” OPTION
A newer function within VersaWorks 6 is the “Cut & Print” operation mode. In a normal integrated print/cut workflow, contour cutting is typically performed after printing. While this order of
UPLOADING AN ARLON MEDIA PROFILE IN VERSAWORKS
One of the more frequently asked questions is, “How do you upload an Arlon profile onto the RIP software?” It’s very simple, and it only takes a few steps. Download
HOW TO STRETCH A DIGITAL CANVAS PRINT
Stretching a digital canvas print is made easy with this how to video from Sihl. SHOP SIHL CANVAS DIGITAL
