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Epson-3M UltraChrome GS3 Ink with 3M MCS Warranty Now Available
Inks for Epson SureColor S-Series Solvent Printers Offer Signmakers and PSPs S 3M MCS Warranty and Support

LAS VEGAS, April 20, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- (ISA, Epson Booth #724) -- Epson today announced it is now shipping a new series of co-branded inks – Epson-3M UltraChrome® GS3 Inks designed for use in Epson's advanced SureColor® S-Series roll-to-roll solvent printers, including the SC-S40600, SC-S60600 and SC-S80600. The premium inks provide signmakers and print service providers (PSPs) a 3M® MCS Warranty for finished graphics created using supported 3M films, clears, overlaminates, and application tapes once they have completed the 3M certification process. 

"Epson-3M inks enable our customers to create large-format, durable signage and graphics backed by the 3M MCS Warranty," said Matt McCausland, product manager, Professional Imaging, Epson America, Inc. "The 3M MCS Warranty gives S-Series customers confidence and peace of mind, and we are proud to offer ink backed by the most comprehensive warranty program for finished graphics in the signage industry."

Epson is now shipping Epson-3M UltraChrome GS3 inks in CMYK, Light Magenta, Light Cyan, and Light Black. The inks enable signmakers and PSPs to provide customers with quality printed graphics covered under the 3M MCS Warranty program. Recognized as one of the industry's most comprehensive finished graphics warranty, the 3M MCS Warranty covers fading, cracking, peeling, and other aspects of outdoor graphic performance for customers using the SC-S40600, SC-S60600 and SC-S80600 printers.

Inks for the Epson® SureColor S-Series are available in ink packs that provide sign makers and PSPs the option to purchase a single cartridge, a multi-cartridge pack, or a single cartridge that carries the 3M MCS warranty:

UltraChrome GS3 Ink Pack

MSRP

UltraChrome GS3 Single Cartridge

$169.95

UltraChrome GS3 Single MCS Cartridge

$174.95

UltraChrome GS3 Multi Pack Cartridge

$539.95

About the SureColor S-Series
The Epson SureColor S-Series redefines image quality expectations in the signage market, featuring a PrecisionCore® TFP® printhead (in dual array on the SC-S60600 and SC-S80600) and enhanced precision media feeding system to produce high-quality, sellable output at impressive production speeds. Combined with the 3M MCS Warranty-backed Epson-3M UltraChrome GS3 solvent inks, the SureColor S-Series offers outstanding print quality, durability, and media compatibility, plus improved drying times, to enable print shops of any size to get the job done and drive productivity.

Support and Availability
The Epson-3M UltraChrome GS3 Inks used in the SC-S80600, SC-S60600 and SC-S40600 are now available through Epson's authorized Epson Professional Imaging S-Series resellers. For additional information, visit www.proimaging.epson.com, or visit the 3M UltraChrome GS3 Ink Product Bulletin at www.3mgraphics.com/TechInfo. In addition, the 3M MCS Warranty matrix for the co-branded ink is available at www.3mgraphics.com/warranties.  

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies. With a lineup that ranges from inkjet printers and digital printing systems to 3LCD projectors, smart glasses, sensing systems and industrial robots, the company is focused on driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in inkjet, visual communications, wearables and robotics.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 73,000 employees in 91 companies around the world, and is proud of its contributions to the communities in which it operates and its ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impacts.

Epson America, Inc., based in Long Beach, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/EpsonAmerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

Note: EPSON, PrecisionCore, SureColor, TFP, and UltraChrome are registered trademarks and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. 

 

SOURCE Epson America, Inc.

For further information: Duane Brozek, Epson America, Inc., 562-290-5683, Duane_Brozek@ea.epson.com; Katelyn Pelton, Walt & Company, 408-369-7200, ext. 2947, kpelton@walt.com