New Helix High Throw UV cylindrical printer

Inkcups has announced the launch of the Helix High Throw UV cylindrical printer, bringing the company’s High Throw technology into the Helix family of cylindrical direct to object inkjet printers.

Designed to accommodate height variations while decorating cylindrical and conical products, Helix High Throw is ideal for cylindrically printing of challenging and irregular shapes such as stepped and tapered vessels, those with posts for attaching handles, and items as varied as footballs and rugby balls, pet bowls and planters. The Helix High Throw expands what is possible with helical printing far beyond drinkware and bottles.

Capable of printing products with a diameter range from 65 to 180 mm and handling height variations up to 15 mm, this advanced direct to object inkjet printer delivers eye catching, seamless, full colour, 360° graphics, all from a single workstation.

The key features of the Helix High Throw include:

• Engineered to handle height variations up to 15 mm, making it ideal for decorating stepped drinkware, drinkware with posts for attaching handles, wine bottles and tumblers, large diameter jugs, mini kegs, plant pots, pet bowls, and more

• Advanced product scanning capabilities for precise placement on contours

• automatic programmable tilt and height adjustment system for operations requiring conical printing, delivering accurate and dependable results on every item

Two different ink configurations are possible, enabling businesses to adapt their set up as production needs evolve. The six colour configuration (WW+CK+MY+LcLm+VV) delivers even smoother gradients, accurate skin tones and photorealistic images by adding light cyan and light magenta to the standard four colour process. Spot varnish also makes it possible to enhance the look and feel designs, as well as to deliver a range of special effects.

Derek LaChance, digital product manager, Inkcups, commented: ‘Until now, there were always some products that traditional cylindrical inkjet printers just couldn’t accommodate. It wasn’t possible to achieve striking visuals on vessels with several different diameters and slants, but the launch of the Helix High Throw completely changes that, expanding the capabilities of the Helix range far beyond drinkware. This is something customers have been asking for since we first debuted our High Throw technology in 2025, so there is no doubt that it is going to be a powerful addition to many production environments.’

Sarah Hall, programme manager – cylinder printers, added: ‘What is especially exciting is the ability to decorate larger, uniquely shaped items such as plant pots and footballs, opening the door to entirely new application possibilities. It is inspiring to push beyond the traditional limits of helical printing, and we re looking forward to seeing the creative ways our customers use the Helix High Throw to expand and diversify their offerings.’

The product is available in markets worldwide, with commercial availability for Europe planned for later in 2026.