Soyang Europe, a leading manufacturer and distributor of digitally printable wide- and superwide-format media, surface coverings and print production hardware, has invested in a Veloblade Nexus 3016 from Vivid Laminating Technologies for its new showroom at its HQ in Altham, near Accrington, Lancashire.
Scheduled to become fully operational in early 2027, the showroom will enable customers to see a range of print production and finishing technologies in action, with expert guidance from Soyang’s hardware team.
Several machines have already been confirmed and are being installed at the site, including the new Platinum Technologies LIYU Signature Hybrid, the Platinum KCXL+ flatbed UV printer and the Platinum PCT LED roll-to-roll device. The investment in the VeloBlade Nexus 3016, which was finalised at The Print Show 2026, expands the hardware showcase into finishing applications.
The VeloBlade Nexus 3016 has a 3,000mm x 1,600mm working bed and incorporates a digital die-cutting multi-tool system for processing a wide range of substrates, including corrugated board, foam PVC, MDF, acrylic and Dibond. It also features a CNC router capable of cutting to depths of up to 25mm, a CCD camera registration system and the ability to cut, crease and perforate in a single pass.
Soyang showroom to showcase live print and finishing
“We’re delighted to be adding the Veloblade Nexus 3016 to the new showroom, which is now just months away from being fully operational,” said Mark Mashiter, CEO of Soyang. “We already know how good this machine is and having the ability to offer live demos, in-house, will allow customers to see first-hand what is possible with the cutter.
“The combination of the VeloBlade with the Platinum Technologies printers gives us a strong print and finishing proposition under one roof. It means customers can explore different production technologies, see them working together and discuss the best approach for their individual requirements.
“That hands-on experience is exactly what we want the showroom to provide, giving customers the opportunity to explore the technology and understand how it could work within their own production environment. Soyang will become the place to go for print and finishing solutions.”
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