Xaar and Global Inkjet Systems collaborate

Print Solutions and IndPrint at drupa

Xaar has announced its collaboration with Global Inkjet Systems (GIS) to deliver and sell drive electronics and ink supply systems optimised for the 5601 family of printheads, launched at drupa yesterday.

The two companies have worked closely together on the development, testing and production of these industrial standard systems components. Optimised for the Xaar 5601 printhead family, the head management card (HMC) and ink supply system will unlock the full capabilities of the 5601.

‘During the development phase of the Xaar 5601 printhead family we evaluated a number of potential companies to partner with for the systems components,’ said Ramon Borrell, chief technology officer at Xaar. ‘We chose GIS because it has a successful track record in systems components supply and also provides high levels of technical expertise.’

Nick Geddes, CEO at GIS, added: ‘GIS’s next generation of the head management card is perfectly suited to the high performance capabilities of the Xaar 5601. We are excited about the future potential of this technology.’