The Roland TrueVIS VG series represents a fundamental shift in how educational programs can approach digital fabrication. It is not simply a printer. It is an integrated system designed to transform a digital concept into a tangible, professional-grade graphic with precision and efficiency. Built for career and technical centers, graphic design programs, and engineering labs, the VG series systematically removes the friction between design, printing, and cutting. It consolidates these processes into a single, automated workflow. The core benefit is the ability to produce a vast range of products, from intricate decals to large-scale banners, on one device. This allows students to gain a comprehensive understanding of a modern production workflow, from file preparation to finished product, without the complexity of managing separate machines.
Using the TrueVIS VG series allows students to master a complete workflow rather than isolated tasks. The primary skill developed is the practical application of digital design for physical production. Students learn vector and raster graphic preparation, color management principles, and material science as they choose substrates for different applications. They gain hands-on experience with production-level equipment, understanding concepts like contour cutting, print resolution, and ink curing. These skills are directly applicable in careers such as sign making, apparel customization, vehicle wrap installation, and marketing production. The machine serves as a versatile platform for creating custom decals, heat-transfer graphics for textiles, point-of-purchase displays, and detailed labels, providing a direct link between classroom learning and real-world commercial art.
| Specification | Detail |
| Product dimensions | (VG3-640) 114.8″ (W) x 28.9″ (D) x 52″ (H) |
| Product weight | (VG3-640) 441 lbs. |
| Applicable education levels | High school (CTE), post-secondary, career centers |
| Printing technology | Piezoelectric inkjet |
| Printing/cutting width | Max. 62.9 in. (1600 mm) |
| Media thickness | Max. 39 mil (1.0 mm) with liner for printing |
| Ink type | Roland TrueVIS INK (500 ml pouch) |
| Ink colors | 8 colors (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Light Cyan, Light Magenta, Light Black, and White) or 4 colors (CMYK) |
| Printing resolution | Maximum 1,200 dpi |
| Cutting speed | 0.39 to 11.8 in/s (10 to 300 mm/s) |
| Cutting force | 30 to 500 gf |
| Connectivity | Ethernet (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, automatic switching) |
| Included software | VersaWorks 6 RIP Software |
| Printheads | FlexFire printheads |
| Control panel | 7-inch LCD touch-screen |
| Media take-up system | Included automated system for unattended printing |
Aidex is proud to supply the TrueVIS VG series printer cutters to learning institutions across the Midwest. We are committed to equipping educators and students in the region with the industry-leading tools they need to succeed. Our team provides the support and expertise necessary to integrate this technology effectively into any curriculum.
A curriculum built around the VG series covers digital graphic design fundamentals, vector and raster image processing, advanced color management, machine operation and maintenance, and material selection for different applications. It also teaches workflow management, from job costing and quoting to finishing techniques like weeding and application.
The target audience includes students in high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, such as graphic design, visual communications, and entrepreneurship. It is also ideal for post-secondary institutions, fab labs, and makerspaces looking to provide students with professional-grade digital fabrication equipment.
The VG series is highly versatile and can print on a wide range of coated and uncoated media. This includes adhesive-backed vinyl, banners, canvas, heat transfer vinyl for apparel, backlit film, and various types of paper.
The primary advantage is a seamless, automated workflow. Once a job is sent to the machine, it can print the graphic and then automatically contour-cut it without needing to be moved to a separate device. This saves time, reduces the chance of manual error, and allows for unattended production of complex decals and labels.
The TrueVIS VG series comes with Roland’s VersaWorks 6 RIP software, which is designed to manage the printing and cutting process. It is compatible with all major design software that can export common file formats like AI, EPS, PDF, and TIFF, including Adobe Illustrator and CorelDRAW.
For more information or to contact Aidex, your Authorized Reseller, call 800-251-9935 or email info@aidex.com.
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