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Getting Creative with swissQprint

by Nathan Swinson-Bullough

Nyala 4 Flatbed Printer against a white background

Imageco are champions of innovation. We are proud to encourage progress not only in our own team, but for the print industry and beyond. Our investment in cutting-edge technology places us as leaders in the print sector. We’re always seeking to push boundaries, investigating new creative ways to do things, hoping to set new standards for the sector. 

One of our best investments, has been our legendary swissQprint Nyala 4 flatbed printer. It has a range of features that are key in driving the success of so many iconic Imageco projects!  

Read on to explore the full capabilities of this powerful piece of kit! 

Sustainable Innovation with Every Print

Our mission is to create bold, high-impact visuals while keeping our environmental impact to a minimum. That’s why the swissQprint Nyala 4 was 2the perfect addition to our workshop, engineered with sustainability front and centre. 

This cutting-edge printer uses energy-efficient LED UV curing lamps, eliminating the need for extra heating or cooling, which significantly reduces energy consumption. It also runs on sustainable UV inks with low chemical emissions, helping us maintain cleaner, greener production standards. 

The SwissQprint Nyala 4 gives Imageco the capability to deliver exceptional, high-impact print work by combining white and gloss inks with its precision UV flatbed technology. Printing white allows us to produce striking results on coloured or transparent substrates, creating a solid base layer or eye-catching spot elements, while gloss ink adds depth, texture, and a premium finish through varnish effects, from subtle highlights to full flood gloss.  

This versatility means we can offer clients unique, tactile prints for signage, POS, exhibitions, and creative installations, all with the Nyala 4’s renowned Swiss engineering for accuracy, efficiency, and sustainability. 

Additionally, the Nyala 4 is ideal for printing on recycled materials, like our go-to Xanita board, combining quality, durability, and sustainability in one smart package. 

As pioneers in sustainable print, we’re proud to lead the way. We believe great design shouldn’t come at the planet’s expense, and we’re committed to delivering standout work that’s as responsible as it is visually powerful. 

The Nyala 4 Flatbed Printer: A Powerhouse in the Print Industry

As leaders in the print industry, we’re always pushing boundaries, and the swissQprint Nyala 4 has become a vital part of how we do that. While it’s known for its ability to print ultra-crisp visuals, what really sets it apart is its static flatbed design. This gives us the flexibility to build up layers of ink, creating stunning 3D effects that elevate our work to the next level. 

Take our recent retail display for Dr. Martens on Carnaby Street. Created in collaboration with Syn for the hit Netflix series ‘Wednesday’, this limited-edition campaign featured retail display, complete with a bold spiderweb centrepiece, mirroring one featured in Wednesday’s Nevermore bedroom. Using the swissQprint Nyala 4, we built up five ink layers directly onto a lightbox panel to create a dramatic 3D effect, finished with a high-gloss varnish that made it unmissable. 

This unique printer also allows us to print directly onto pre-cut panels with absolute precision, which is perfect for large-scale or highly detailed projects. That was essential for our work with Major League Baseball, where we delivered a 300m2 printed floor for The Cage – a centrepiece attraction at MLB’s Trafalgar Square takeover. This live experience was delivered to allow visitors to have a real baseball experience, with food stands, baseball activities and more. 

Major League Baseball - Live Experience Wide Format Print

With over 100 unique boards to print, and no room for error, we relied on the swissQprint to deliver vibrant, pin-sharp prints that aligned perfectly with the shape of each cut. The result? A striking branded experience that the client called a game-changer for how they approach event flooring in the future. 

Shaping the Future of Print

At Imageco, we believe the future of the print industry lies in the sweet spot between creativity, precision, and responsibility. We are print experts always looking at how we can help progress the sector, drive innovation and set a new standard of industry excellence. 

Investing in our swissQprint Nyala 4 flatbed printer is a testament to our mission of delivering sustainable quality. From intricate 3D textures to large-scale live experiences, this printer helps us realise complex creative visions while staying true to our responsible values.  

Whether you’re looking to create standout retail displays, immersive event environments, or simply explore how print can support your sustainability goals, we’re here to help. Talk to a member of our team about your next showstopping project.