New Roll-Fed Superwide Device Will Convert Solvent-Based Users to
                          UV-Curable Printing





  --  EFI at FESPA Digital, 24-27 May, Hamburg Exhibition Centre, Hall A1
      Stand A10




HAMBURG, Germany, May 24, 2011 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Making its worldwide
debut at FESPA Digital in Hamburg, EFI(TM)'s (Nasdaq:EFII) latest
dedicated roll-fed machine was developed to bring the cost savings and
flexibility of solvent-based inks to a completely new UV-curable
platform. Designated the EFI VUTEk(R) GS3250r, this 3.2m wide-format
production printer produces high margin, closely viewed applications
with a low total cost of ownership, a true 1000 dpi resolution plus
dual roll-to-roll capabilities and the 3M(TM) MCS(TM) warranty.

EFI has designed and manufactured the VUTEk GS3250r to increase
production rates and reduce investment and running costs substantially.
Its true 1000 dpi output quality is complemented by a maximum
throughput speed of 111 square m/hour to generate savings of up to 37
percent when compared with alternative platforms. Dual roll capability,
multi-queue functionality and double-sided printing combine to give
this machine the productivity of a roll-fed superwide-format system.

"The introduction of the VUTEk GS3250r represents a new generation of
high production roll-to-roll printers with its ability to produce high
quality throughput suitable for close as well as distant viewing,"
explains Scott Schinlever, senior vice president and general manager of
EFI VUTEk and Rastek(R). "There are still many users of solvent-based
wide-format printers who want to make the move to UV-curable ink
technologies but have been deterred because they believe there are
trade-offs in image quality and that the process is slower and more
costly. These businesses can now be assured that there is a machine
available that will produce high-quality output with improved
throughput speeds and cost-efficient production in a nearly VOC-free
environment."

The rugged yet sophisticated construction of the EFI VUTEk GS3250r is
complemented by its six-colour UV-curable inks, and a choice of true
1000 dpi resolution (14 picolitre drop size) or 600 dpi (28 picolitre)
to cater for different output requirements. Designed both for short
runs and high volumes, the machine handles dual rolls. It offers
multi-queue functionality available at the user interface to run
multiple jobs at the same time, and its double-sided printing
capability makes it ideal for jobs where precise register must be
maintained.

The machine incorporates EFI's VUTEk GS4 3M Premium UV-curable inks,
which are supplied in five litre containers, for maximum reliability
and the broadest colour gamut. With fast UV-curing producing excellent
adhesion and long-life durability, there is minimal risk of flaking,
crazing or cracking.

The VUTEk GS3250r also benefits from the 3M(TM) MCS(TM) (Matched
Component System) Warranty when printing with 3M's flexible media,
which broadens application potential across a wide range of flexible
materials.

"The industry will welcome the arrival of the EFI VUTEk GS3250r because
its extremely high quality and low running costs make it a wise choice
for anyone wanting to produce the throughput and vivid colours
generated by solvent-based ink formulations but on a UV-curable
wide-format platform," comments independent consultant, Sophie
Matthews-Paul.

The integration of EFI's Fiery(R) XF RIP simplifies all areas of
production, from advanced ICC colour management through to batching,
queuing, nesting and tiling, and many other advanced functions
necessary in today's production houses. The bi-directional
communication between the Fiery XF RIP and VUTEk system provides audit
information, such as printing time and ink and media usage, on every
print job. This sophisticated yet easy-to-use solution can be used
alongside the company's print MIS and Digital StoreFront(R)
web-to-print solutions, offering full JDF connectivity for greater
business efficiency.

The new VUTEk GS3250r joins other wide-format print solutions from EFI
at FESPA Digital. These include the 3.2m VUTEk GS3250lx, which features
LED "cool cure" technology and continuous board feeding, and the
enhanced VUTEk GS5000r 5m platform, which now has an in-line white ink
option. Complementing these systems are two entry-level options, the
Rastek H652 flatbed printer and the new Rastek R3204, which is the
first 3.2m roll-fed solution from this stable. The Jetrion 4830 digital
industrial label solution also will be in the stand.

About EFI

EFI (Nasdaq:EFII) (www.efi.com) is a world leader in customer-focused
digital printing innovation. EFI's award-winning solutions, integrated
from creation to print, deliver increased performance, cost savings and
productivity. The company's robust product portfolio includes Fiery(R)
digital colour print servers; VUTEk(R) superwide digital inkjet
printers, UV and solvent inks; Rastek(TM) UV wide-format inkjet
printers; Jetrion(R) industrial inkjet printing systems; print
production workflow and management information software; and corporate
printing solutions.

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