Liquid Lens partners with Graphtec GB to resell the Graphtec CE8000 cutter

Liquid Lens has added the Graphtec CE8000 cutting plotter, from UK distributor, Graphtec GB, to its product portfolio. The CE8000 is ideal for a range of cut vinyl applications, including vehicle number plates. Delivering fast, sharp, and accurate cutting, the Graphtec CE8000 fits seamlessly into the domed resin production process. 

Doming, which involves coating graphics with a clear polyurethane resin, gives products a premium, glossy, 3D look while protecting them from scratches, fading, and UV damage. 

‘The Graphtec CE8000 is an excellent choice for cut vinyl doming applications,’ said Andy Huxley, technical director at Liquid Lens. ‘Precision and repeatability are crucial when producing gel characters for vehicle number plates. We have rigorously tested the CE8000 in-house to ensure it delivers the best all around solution for our customers.’

For print and cut applications, the Graphtec’s embedded Advanced Registration Mark Sensing (ARMS) system ensures precision by automatically detecting registration marks and correcting any misalignment. ‘That means even the most intricate shapes are cut with pinpoint accuracy,’ added Andy.

The CE8000 also features continuous cutting by using barcode data management to detect the ‘Start Mark’ of each new barcode. This allows different designs to be cut sequentially without stopping, streamlining the print and cut process, especially when working with roll media.

Tom Kneale, managing director of Graphtec GB, added: ‘We have worked with Liquid Lens for many years and are delighted it has chosen the CE8000 for this important application. It is market leader in doming because of the quality of the solutions, particularly the unique resin. The vehicle number plate application is one that is growing rapidly, and the Graphtec CE8000 is absolutely perfect for it.’

Andy explained, ‘Working with Graphtec GB is very straightforward and productive. As well as providing great products, its service is first class, and it is always available for advice and guidance during installations and or ongoing maintenance.’

The Graphtec CE8000 is built for speed (up to 1000 mm per second) and stability, keeping the cutting and feeding process smooth and consistent. It comes with wireless connectivity, so you can set it up and connect it to other devices without dealing with a tangle of cables. This feature makes it easier to keep things running smoothly in larger operations.

‘The CE8000 is built for speed and precision,’ concluded Tom Kneale. ‘We are really excited to see Liquid Lens take doming to the next level with this technology, especially for vehicle number plates.’