Product Picks: October 2025

APC & Polyprint’s Filmjet Production DTF Printer

Distributor American Print Consultants (APC) has introduced the Polyprint Filmjet production direct-to-film printing system. Engineered for high-volume production at peak performance, the Filmjet boasts advanced features such as constant film tension, vacuum powder recycling, and air knife powder removal, designed for seamless operation and superior output. The Filmjet’s Smart System Controls are engineered to automate every process from printing to curing. Production-friendly features of the Smart System are designed to eliminate common issues such as preventing media shift during printing, mitigating static, and delivering tight wound, evenly distributed rolls with no telescoping. Equipped with ink agitation, white ink-circulation system, and automated powder application and recycling, the Filmjet is said to reduce overall operating costs while enhancing print quality and speed. apcink.com

Epson SureColor F1070 Business Edition

Designed for creators ready to launch or grow their business, the all-in-one SureColor F1070 from Epson includes the hybrid direct-to-film and direct-to-garment printer with a compact size designed to fit into small shops, garages, or maker spaces. Transparent viewing panels are engineered to enhance and display the professional printing process. Featuring a PrecisionCore Micro TFP printhead with Nozzle Verification Technology coupled with UltraChrome DG2 ink with CMYK+Wh, the SureColor F1070 is designed to deliver vibrant colors and detail with clarity. Inks are certified by OEKO-TEX ECO PASSPORT1 and CPSIA-compliant, making them safe for apparel worn by adults, kids, and babies. epson.com

FUJIFILM Frontier DX400W Compact Inkjet Printer

The latest addition to Fujifilm’s Frontier printer lineup, the Frontier DX400W compact inkjet printer, boasts improvements in printing output, including the addition of two new ink colors, as well as faster image processing/printing times and a smaller overall footprint. Features include a 250ML high-capacity 6-ink system consisting of C (cyan), M (magenta), Y (yellow), K (black), SB (sky blue) and P (pink), engineered to enable more faithful reproduction of skin textures and subtle color changes. A new structural design has been developed to increase the durability of the printer body, reducing the need for frequent hardware replacements and minimizing maintenance efforts. As a result of this design improvement, the printer can print a total of up to 400,000 sheets over the lifetime of the product. Ink capacity has been increased from 200ML in the prior model to 250ML in the DX400W. Additionally, the DX400W uses pouch-style ink supply units instead of traditional cartridge-based systems. fujifilm.com

M&R ORBITER DTF system

M&R Printing Equipment has introduced ORBITER automatic direct-to-film (DTF) application system as part of the M&R QUATRO product line. ORBITER is designed to support optimal DTF transfer application with a full-color touchscreen HMI, adjustable place and peel settings, and reinforced construction. The ORBITER’s rotary indexing base splits the application time over multiple heat press platens to produce more than 360 transfers per hour under optimal conditions. The ability to automatically load and unload transfers removes repetitive tasks associated with DTF transfer pressing, so that the ORBITER supports one piece flow and just-in-time manufacturing models. The ORBITER can be used independently from a QUATRO as a standalone heat press solution or integrated into the QUATRO ecosystem. mrprint.com

Nazdar 775 Series UV-LED inkjet inks for Kyocera KJ4A printheads

The Nazdar 775 Series Inks are specifically formulated for use in general graphics applications. The inks are designed to work with heated medium viscosity printheads. The 775 inks are engineered to cure using lower energy output UV and LED curing lamps, meaning they can be effectively cured with less energy consumption. Suitable for printing on reinforced vinyl banners, PVC, window cling, foamboard, roll polycarbonate, and more. nazdar.com

Nekoosa NextBond High-Bond Opaque film

NextBond High-Bond Opaque is a wide-format printable film designed to adhere securely to challenging application surfaces, deliver full block-out coverage without gray adhesive, and withstand extreme environmental conditions, including cold-weather installation as low as -10 F. NextBond High-Bond Opaque features a double layer of Nekoosa’s exclusive NextBond UV-cured adhesive, engineered to form a strong, long-lasting bond to rough, porous, and low surface energy materials like concrete, brick, plywood, and plastics. nekoosa.com

Ninja custom silicone patches

Ninja Patches, a division of Ninja Transfers, has unveiled new custom silicone patches designed to give apparel, accessories, and promotional items a modern, tactile edge. With both 3D molded and 2D printed options, these patches are engineered to show raised detailing, vibrant color, and durability. Silicone patches are crafted from flexible, high-quality polymers designed to resist fading, cracking, and peeling — making them ideal for frequent use in industries ranging from outdoor gear to sportswear, corporate branding, and fashion. Each order includes a free roll of thermal tape for application. ninjapatches.com

ORAFOL paint protection films

ORAGUARD, made by ORAFOL, has introduced the 2815+ Advanced Paint Protection Film. This new range is manufactured entirely in the U.S., exclusively at ORAFOL from start to finish. The 2815+ range offers three new products, two in gloss and one in matte. ORAGUARD 2815GF+ and 2815MF+ feature a cutting-edge “lotus effect” hydrophobic topcoat designed to provide exceptional chemical resistance and dirt-repellent properties. ORAGUARD 2815GF delivers the same level of protection and resistances without the additional hydrophobic properties. ORAGUARD 2815+ upgrades typical PPF installation, engineered to provide conformability and improved resistance to lift lines. ORAFOL’s product is compatible with most conventional plotters and cutting software. orafol.com

X-Edge XCT Tapered Ball Nose Bit

The XCT Tapered Carving Ball Nose CNC router bit from X-Edge is engineered to provide a uniquely long cutting edge that combines reach with finesse, letting users sculpt intricate details where conventional small-diameter bits fall short. The X-Edge XCT Tapered 3D carving bit is designed to deliver both efficiency and elegance, with sizes ranging from 1/32“ to 1/4“ tip diameters. xedgetools.com