Canon Adds FLXflow to Arizona 2300 Series of Flatbed Printers

Canon U.S.A. Inc. announced the upcoming availability of the Arizona 2300 series with FLXflow technology, which brings new productivity features to the flatbed printer series.

Previously known as FLOW technology, the new FLXflow series offers not only the original ‘Hold’ functionality, which helps to hold media down on the flatbed table, but also the new optional ‘Float’ and ‘Instant Switch’ functionalities to help improve media handling.

The Arizona 2300 FLXflow is currently expected to be available starting in June 2024, and its live debut is planned to be at ISA, Orlando, FL from April 10-12th, 2024. PRISMAelevate XL 2.1 is currently scheduled to be available starting mid April 2024.

Catering to the mid-to-high volume market for large format graphics, the Arizona 2300 FLXflow series supports a wide variety of substrates and applications. Offering a unique, patented way not only to hold but also to float the media, the FLXflow series comes with one standard functionality – Hold, and two optional functionalities, Float and Instant Switch.

The new FLXflow Hold feature allows users to move heavier and irregular-sized media faster and more easily around the table. The Hold functionality, a feature of the original FLOW technology, works by keeping the media in place with a patented airflow technique.

The new Float functionality is an optional feature that pushes air from the table upwards to create a cushion, enabling the easy positioning of heavy or challenging substrates and is designed to help reduce the risk of media damage or waste. It also is designed to provide a smoother registration of various types of media, with a ‘floating without drifting’ functionality enabling several pieces of media to be precisely positioned at the same time.

The Instant Switch option allows the operator to easily change from Hold to Float by using the foot pedals for simple operability of the printer, making it easy to remove media from the table.

Current users of the Arizona 2300 with FLOW technology can upgrade their printer to the latest version with FLXflow functionalities, including the optional Float and Instant Switch features. Upgrades also include new features like the Advanced Image Layout Controls.

“At Canon we’re committed to advancing our flatbed technology, driven by our close collaboration with both the market and our valued stakeholders. From refining printer ranges to enhancing supporting software, we strive for continuous evolution,” said Shinichi “Sam” Yoshida, EVP and GM, Canon U.S.A., Inc. “The Arizona 2300 FLXflow epitomizes this dedication, offering versatility, amazing quality, and heightened workflow efficiency.”