Product Picks: May 2026

Each month, the GRAPHICS PRO team receives a number of product press releases. Here are a few that recently caught our attention.

Epson SureColor V4000

Epson has expanded its SureColor V-Series UV flatbed printer line with the new SureColor V4000, designed to bring the power of UV printing to direct-to-object production and a wide range of substrates. With a large print area, expanded color gamut, and Braille printing capability, the printer is engineered to expand the possibilities of high-quality output for signage, photo and fine art, and promotional items such as keychains, golf balls, and pens.

The SureColor V4000 touts three PrecisionCore Micro TFP printheads, with a print area of 27.5“ X 38.5“, it includes touchless automatic laser height detection, supporting media up to 7.8“ thick. It leverages a 10-color UltraChrome UV ink set – including red and gray for an expansive color gamut, opaque White and eye-catching Gloss/Matte Varnish. The printer is ideal for sign shops, custom gift merchandising companies, and print service providers. The SureColor V4000 will be available this summer for $53,995 (MSRP) through select Epson Professional Imaging resellers. epson.com

Mimaki UJV200-160/130 UV-LED printer

Mimaki’s UJV200 features a single high-density, high-resolution print head based on the same 330 Engine used in its flagship printers. The printer is engineered to deliver precise ink control and smooth portrait images with minimal graininess and uniform solid colors with no streaking. To improve usability, Mimaki enhanced the automatic image quality adjustment function. According to the manufacturer, both the time required for adjustment and the amount of media used for pattern printing have been reduced to less than half that of previous models. In addition, automatic adjustment can be performed regardless of media color, including colored and transparent media. The UJV200 is available in two sizes: 63.5“ and 54.5“. mimakiusa.com

Monadnock Paper Mills Ultrahide

Monadnock Paper Mills offers Ultrahide PC 100 Blockout Poster as a paper-based, recyclable alternative designed specifically for in-store signage, window graphics, and retail promotional displays. Engineered to replace PVC vinyl and other synthetic substrates commonly used in retail signage, Ultrahide is made from 100% post-consumer recycled fiber, is FSC-certified, processed chlorine-free, and California Proposition 65 compliant and compatible with mixed paper recycling streams, depending on inks, coatings, laminations, and local recycling guidelines.

The substrate was developed to give retailers a more responsible material choice while maintaining the print quality and durability required for high visibility in-store campaigns. Ultrahide is available in rolls measuring up to 96.5“ wide by 500‘ long, making it the only paper-based, non-PVC blockout poster substrate available at this width. mpm.com