This fully certified printing solution combines the power of 3M, Canon Production Printing and SA International (SAi), and encompasses printer, ink, software and reflective sheeting and overlay films – all backed by the trusted 3M™ Diamond Certified Manufacturer and MCS™ for Traffic warranty.
The Canon Colorado M-Traffic Digital Print Solution with SAi Flexi Complete 3M Authorized Traffic Edition software is fully qualified for use with 3M reflective sheeting and overlay films. It can produce seven regulated traffic colours for adherence to relevant regulations – making it a modern, cost-effective upgrade or complement to existing digital sign printing equipment across the world.
This strategic collaboration combines global expertise in transportation safety and reflective sign sheeting, imaging, digital printing and software solutions.
It includes:
3M Company
Our full range of reflective sign sheeting and overlay film solutions includes 3M™ Diamond Grade™ Reflective Sign Sheeting, which meets the Class AS/NZS 1906.1 2017 standard for Class 1100 retroreflective sheeting. Our 3M Diamond Manufacturer and MCS Warranty for Traffic warranty covers retro reflectivity retention and guaranteed traffic colours for up to 12 years from the date of manufacture.
Canon Production Printing
The Canon Colorado M-Traffic Digital Print Solution forms the core of the collaboration. It is built on the robust Colorado M-series platform and features a 1.6m (64-inch) roll-to-roll design powered by patented UVgel technology. Canon Uvgel offers a wide colour range, odorless ink, and instant drying at low temperatures. Canon is a global leader in consumer and professional imaging.
SA International (SAi)
The SAi Flexi Complete 3M Authorized Traffic Edition software is specifically designed for producing print regulated and non-regulated traffic signs. It includes the Flexi Production Manager, built on a robust 64-bit RIP with a straightforward interface for easier production even on traditionally difficult-to-print jobs. A suite of colour management tools allows for quick colour replacement, map spot colours, ICC profiles and more.