EPSON PARTNERS WITH CURRIE GROUP

Epson and Currie Group have a new partnership, which will see Currie Group add Epson solutions to its product range for the sign, graphics and wide-format print sector.

The move will provide expanded market coverage for Epson, and further strengthen Currie Group’s sign and display product portfolio. 

The new partnership, which officially commences tomorrow, 1 April, will see Currie Group add Epson’s range to its already extensive portfolio. This will include the Epson SureColor eco-solvent models in the 64” size range, as well as resin and dye-sublimation solutions, providing, says the company, productive solutions for a diverse range of market requirements.

Since the launch of the Epson branded printers in both sign and graphics and fabric markets, Epson has seen consistent growth and has developed a strong customer base. To help meet increasing demand and drive growth, the company had been looking to expand its network of dedicated and capable partners, and this coincided with Currie Group’s desire to expand into the more traditional signage market and round out its existing offerings with eco-solvent, resin and dye-sub technologies.

Epson A/NZ managing director Craig Heckenberg said, “The sign and display, and textile markets, are key to Epson’s global strategy, making our partnership with Currie Group a natural fit. With a strong reputation for delivering advanced digital printing and finishing solutions, supported by a nationwide service team, Currie Group is an ideal partner for us.

“From our first conversations, it was clear that we share common values and a deep commitment to exceptional customer service and support. Strong partnerships are essential to achieving our long-term goals, driving the growth of print, and bringing cutting-edge solutions to businesses of all sizes across Australia and New Zealand. We look forward to a successful collaboration with the Currie Group team for many years to come.”

Currie Group CEO Rob Mesaros concurred, saying the agreement is an extension of his company’s well-established partnership approach, “As a company, our growth has always been driven by the needs of our customers, and we are delighted to be partnering with Epson to extend our range of solutions for this important market sector. As with all our partnerships, decisions are made carefully, and after long discussions, to ensure that we add the best products to our portfolio, and that we build strong and positive relationships with partners whose values and philosophies align with those of Currie Group and our customers.

“Epson really stood out during the evaluation process because of its strong commitment to customer-led innovation, high-quality manufacturing and sustainable, responsible operations. We very much look forward to working with the Epson team.”

 Epson says it has the broadest range of products offered by any manufacturer in the sign and display and fabric markets, including the recently launched SureColor S9160 flagship signage printer. Its printing technologies cater to diverse applications, from wallpaper and signage to textiles and décor.

For high-quality signage, Epson says its eco-solvent printers provide durable results on uncoated materials cost-effectively, using biodegradable inks that are virtually odourless and resistant to water, scratches, and UV exposure. It says the resin printer range offers vibrant colour, precise imaging, and fast-drying prints with low VOC output, making operation easy and hassle-free.

Meanwhile, the growing demand for soft signage, furnishings, and custom garments is met with Epson’s dye-sublimation printers, engineered for imaging quality, speed, and reliability.

Commenting on how the new partnership will benefit the market Romano Bacci, business manager – Professional Print Solutions at Epson – explained, “Epson focuses on quality, reliability and above all delivering a positive experience for our customers. When we looked to expand our network, Currie Group was a perfect fit in terms of business strategy, and a natural choice given its reputation for outstanding customer service and a shared commitment to customer satisfaction.”

Paul Whitehead, business unit manager – Sign & Display for Currie Group – says the strategic partnership enhances Currie Group’s ability to provide complete, end-to-end solutions for the sign and display market. “We have worked to understand exactly what our customers need, and carefully assessed the available technologies and manufacturers to find the perfect fit to complement our existing offerings. That’s exactly what Epson provides,” he said.