How IPW1 Transformed Large Format Print with the Canon Colorado M5W
Learn how IPW1 increased speed, reduced waste and improved print quality with the Canon Colorado M5W - unlocking more capacity and profitable growth.
From Overnight Runs to On-Time Delivery: IPW1’s Colorado Success
Faster turnaround, less stress
Eliminate overnight risk and deliver jobs on time, every time.
4× the speed, same footprint
Produce more in less time without expanding your space.
Cut waste, boost margins
Smarter layouts mean less material waste and more profit.
Reliable, scalable print power
Confidently handle bigger jobs and peak demand periods.
Boosting speed, quality, and sustainability for a loyal client base
For over 50 years, IPW1 has been a trusted name in print and finishing, delivering exceptional quality to businesses across London and beyond. But as seasonal demand increased, their large format production came under intense pressure. Existing devices struggled to keep pace, forcing overnight runs that introduced risk, inconsistency and costly material waste. Unattended jobs could fail, deadlines were harder to guarantee, and operational stress limited their ability to scale output or confidently take on more complex work.
With our previous machine… there was a fear factor… That risk has pretty much disappeared with the Canon Colorado M5W.”
To overcome these constraints, IPW1 set out to invest in a faster, more reliable roll-to-roll large format printer that could deliver both speed and exceptional print quality. After exploring options, they saw the Canon Colorado M5W in action. Its compact footprint, high-speed UVgel technology and consistent performance stood out immediately - supported by Canon’s proactive, hands-on approach and ongoing technical support, giving the team confidence in both the solution and the partnership.
The Canon Colorado is about 4 times quicker, so we’re getting another 4 hours of production time every day.”
The impact was transformational. Production speeds increased by up to four times, effectively adding hours of available output capacity each day. Job handling became more efficient, waste reduced significantly, and print quality improved across applications. With greater reliability and less downtime risk, IPW1 can now meet peak demand with confidence, take on more ambitious projects, and align operations with their sustainability goals - unlocking new opportunities for profitable growth.
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