What is a Wide Format Printer?
Wide or large format printers are much bigger than standard office printers. They can range in size anywhere from 18" to 100" and support large print jobs, such as printers and banners. WFPs are still computer controlled like traditional office printers, but are better suited for businesses with graphic-specific needs.
Benefits of a WFP
Wide format printers offer advantages over traditional printers when it comes to the need for high-quality images and graphic-heavy presentations. Standard printers simply cannot offer the level of detail and quality of print on this scale.
If your business prints a lot of posters or banners, such as for trade shows or presentations, then a WFP will speed up the process considerably. You can print up to 15 posters in an hour versus with a standard printer. Furthermore, the images will be detailed and the text crisp due to this printer's ability to distinguish between the two.
Do You Need One?
Although every business has different, specific needs, certain industries certainly benefit from wide format printers. Here are some of the top users of WFPs:
- Architects, engineers, and construction designers
- Marketing and advertising agencies or professionals
- Trade show organizers and event planners
- Schools and universities
- Graphic and industrial designers
This list is not exclusive, so don't worry if you are not on it. As a business owner or manager, you know your day-to-day print demands better than anyone. If you find that you are handling a lot of large format printing, it may be time to look into a more appropriate printer that can handle these needs.
If you are in the Gaithersburg or Columbia, Maryland area and need help with any type of printers or print needs, contact United Business Technologies.