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Wednesday 07. January 2009 - Roland DG Introduces Highly Versatile Engraving Machine

Roland DG Corporation is pleased to announce the launch of a new, highly-versatile 4-axis computerised engraver, the new EGX-360, capable of producing intricate designs onto the curved, domed, flat, cylindrical and irregular surfaces of materials such as glass, metals, acrylics, laminates and wood.

“Taking an ordinary product and turning it into a gift to be cherished is what personalisation is all about,” said Toshihide Yahiro, Roland DG Engraving Solution Manager. “Engraving is the most permanent form of personalisation and also has the highest perceived value. The EGX-360 is capable of engraving onto a variety of products, such as wine bottles, champagne flutes, vases, decanters, goblets, tankards, cups, trophies and so much more. With its intuitive operation and safety cover, the EGX-360 is a trouble-free engraver for anyone to use. Now, high quality and long-lasting personalisation is within reach of everyone looking for new solutions for their business or expanding their current services.”

New EGX-360 Features:
l Glass engraving with recycling water system for safe operation – ideal for wine bottles and glasses, decanters, vases and glass awards
l Cylindrical engraving for goblets, tankards and cups
l Inside/outside ring engraving option for engraving anything from wedding
bands to napkin rings and bracelets
l Flat surface engraving for single and batch production
l Cup cones included for holding cylindrical items from 17mm to 180mm in diameter
l Automatic surface detection for simple operation – even on undulating
surfaces
l Advanced laser pointer function for eliminating mistakes and simplifying
operation
l Safety cover for ensuring completely safe operation
l Easy-to-use and multifunctional design software, EngraveStudio, included

Key Features of EngraveStudio Software
l V-carving mode for dramatic hand-carved effects
l Batch production options for increased productivity
l Intuitive interface for easy operation
l Advanced preview mode for proofing and promotional activity
l Compatible with vectored AI, EPS, DXF and PDF files
l Compatible with image BMP, JPG, GIF, TIF and PNG files