Grando GD-2202 Epson I3200-U1 Dual Heads UV Roll to Roll Printer

To capture the most lucrative segments of the modern signage and interior decor markets, print service providers require a machine that bridges the gap between high-speed production and flawless, instant-cure output. The ability to print vibrant, multi-layer graphics on dark, transparent, or textured substrates without waiting for outgassing is the key to unlocking premium-tier contracts. By integrating industrial-grade roll-to-roll mechanics with cutting-edge UV LED curing, businesses can transition from standard low-margin printing to high-value architectural and commercial applications.

Advanced Industrial Performance

The Grando GD-2202 is engineered from the ground up to meet the rigorous demands of continuous industrial print environments. At its core is a heavy-duty, double-column steel chassis designed to eliminate microscopic vibrations, ensuring absolute dot placement accuracy even during high-speed production runs. This ultra-stable platform houses dual Epson I3200-U1 printheads arranged in a staggered configuration. This layout maximizes print swath width per pass, allowing the machine to achieve highly competitive production speeds without sacrificing image quality. Driven by a high-precision linear guide rail and a silent optical fiber data transmission system, the print carriage moves with fluid precision. The industrial-grade AC servo motor ensures stable, long-term operation with minimal mechanical wear. With its generous 2.2-meter printing width, the Grando GD-2202 effortlessly handles wide-format media, allowing print shops to scale up their daily output. The integration of advanced variable droplet technology allows the Epson heads to jet droplets of varying sizes, producing smooth transitions, deep solids, and crisp text that set a new benchmark for industrial UV roll-to-roll performance.

Core Technology & Media Handling

Designed specifically for continuous, unattended roll-to-roll operation, the Grando GD-2202 features an advanced media handling system that guarantees flawless tracking. A heavy-duty, dual-motor automated feed and take-up system utilizes tension-control bars to maintain uniform resistance across the entire 2.2-meter media width. This prevents skewing, wrinkling, and telescoping of sensitive substrates during long print runs. The system is paired with a multi-point, wide-surface pinch roller assembly that grips media securely without leaving physical indentations. For ink curing, the printer utilizes dual water-cooled UV LED lamps. These lamps cure UV inks instantly as they are deposited, allowing the media to be wound onto the take-up reel immediately without the risk of ink transfer or set-off. The water-cooling system maintains a low operating temperature, preventing heat-sensitive media—such as thin films or PVC—from buckling, stretching, or warping during the printing process.

Compatible Media & Profitable Applications

The versatility of the Grando GD-2202 opens up a vast range of high-margin application opportunities across multiple industries. Because UV-curable ink bonds mechanically to the surface of the substrate, this printer does not require specialized coatings, significantly reducing material costs. Compatible media and their corresponding profitable applications include:

• Backlit PET Film & Soft Ceiling Film: Perfect for high-impact airport lightboxes, retail displays, and modern architectural stretch ceilings.
• Self-Adhesive Vinyl & Window Films: Ideal for premium vehicle wraps, corporate office privacy frosting, and double-sided window graphics utilizing white ink barrier layers.
• Canvas & Wallcoverings: Enables the production of high-end textured wallpaper, fine art reproductions, and custom interior design murals.
• Blockout Banners & Mesh: Perfect for durable outdoor event signage, double-sided hanging banners, and scaffolding wraps that resist fading and weather damage.
• Synthetic Paper & Polypropylene (PP): Excellent for roll-up banners, point-of-sale displays, and moisture-resistant indoor posters.

RIP Software & Color Management

Achieving color accuracy and complex multi-layer prints is seamless with the Grando GD-2202’s advanced software compatibility and ink configuration. The printer supports industry-leading RIP platforms, including MainTop and PhotoPrint (FlexiSign), allowing operators to easily manage ICC profiles, nesting, and tiled layouts. The dual Epson I3200-U1 printhead configuration supports a CMYK plus White (CMYK+W) ink setup. The inclusion of high-opacity white ink allows for three-layer printing (Color-White-Color) in a single pass, which is essential for double-sided window graphics and backlit applications where color vibrancy must remain consistent whether illuminated or not. The variable dot piezo technology of the Epson I3200-U1 heads, with a minimum droplet size of 3.8 picoliters, ensures ultra-fine gradients, perfect skin tones, and legible micro-text, giving print shops the ability to pass strict brand-color audits with ease.

Maintenance & Operational Safety

To protect your investment and ensure maximum uptime, the Grando GD-2202 incorporates several automated maintenance features and operator safety protocols:

• Automated Printhead Capping & Wiping Station: Prevents ink drying on the nozzle plate during idle periods, ensuring instant startup and reducing manual cleaning requirements.
• Active White Ink Circulation System: Continuously agitates the white ink lines and sub-tank to prevent pigment sedimentation, eliminating nozzle clogging.
• Anti-Collision Carriage Sensors: Instantly pauses the print cycle if an obstruction or media wrinkle is detected, protecting the expensive Epson I3200-U1 printheads from physical damage.
• Emergency Stop Switches: Strategically located on both sides of the machine for immediate shutdown in the event of a media jam or operational hazard.
• Closed-Loop Negative Pressure System: Maintains consistent ink flow and pressure to the printheads, preventing ink dripping or starvation during high-speed printing.
• UV-Shielding Protective Covers: Prevents operator exposure to UV light emissions during the curing process.