Test GEW UV and UV LED curing systems with ArcLED technology at PSG Demo Centre, Samut Prakan, before you buy
Investing in a new UV curing system or upgrading from a conventional Mercury UV to UV LED is a major capital decision with a long-term impact on print quality. Many printing businesses hesitate over which technology best suits their specific inks, substrates, and production speeds. At the PSG Demo Center in Samut Prakan, Thailand, Press Systems Group, the official distributor for GEW, the UK-based global leader in UV curing, allows customers to find the exact answer before buying. Using a finishing machine with a flexo unit equipped with GEW’s ArcLED interchangeable technology, customers can conduct performance testing for both GEW Mercury UV Arc and UV LED systems on the exact same machine.
The core of PSG Demo Centre: Dual-system testing on a single-station flexo finishing machine
At the heart of the PSG Demo Centre is a finishing machine with a single flexo unit from Rhyguan, an established global leader in finishing equipment. It comes fully equipped with GEW’s hybrid ArcLED UV technology, seamlessly integrating both conventional Mercury UV and UV LED curing systems into one print station. Both curing technologies are powered by a single RHINO power supply, making the switch between systems incredibly fast and effortless. By using just a single wrench to swap between the standard UV and UV LED cassettes, the system automatically detects the cassette change, and the touchscreen updates the operating mode instantly. Customers can bring their own UV inks, UV LED inks, varnishes, and actual printing substrates to test both GEW systems on the exact same machine structure under identical conditions.
Why you should test GEW mercury UV vs. UV LED before investing
There is no single correct answer for every printing house. Curing efficiency is driven by a complex mix of variables. Booking a demonstration at the PSG Demo Centre helps you eliminate the guesswork by evaluating GEW systems on these essential metrics:
- Curing quality & ink adhesion: Compare the performance of both GEW systems side-by-side using your own substrates and inks.
- Energy consumption & thermal management: Assess electrical cost-effectiveness and evaluate heat transfer effects on delicate materials.
- Maximum operational speeds: Test the curing capabilities under conditions that reflect your actual manufacturing environment.
- Formula readiness: Ensure your current ink and coating formulas are fully compatible with GEW UV LED systems.
From PSG’s engineering team
“Having both curing technologies on one machine gives our customers real flexibility. They can switch to UV LED to reduce energy consumption, or run thin film substrates that wouldn’t hold up under a full Mercury UV process — all without changing equipment,” said Siam Makacho, Strategic Mechatronic Manager at Press Systems Group.
Mitigate investment risks: Evaluate GEW UV systems before installation
Installing a UV curing system without prior performance testing can lead to costly post-installation issues, such as incomplete ink curing, inconsistent adhesion, or the system failing to support required production speeds. By conducting a hands-on evaluation on a Rhyguan finishing machine at the PSG Demo Centre in Samut Prakan, your team can clearly identify technical limitations before committing to a large-scale integration.
Book a GEW system evaluation with Press Systems Group
Press Systems Group is the authorised distributor and service provider for GEW in Thailand and Southeast Asia, serving the region for over 12 years. If you are considering investing in a new UV curing system, contact Press Systems Group today to book a demonstration at the PSG Demo Centre in Samut Prakan, Thailand.
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