High-speed performance
Print and lacquer at up to 100 m/min — with consistent results.
Specialty Machines
Printing and Lacquering Lines & SystemsPrinting & lacquering lines engineered for decorative precision
Flexible, high-speed systems
Built for lasting visual and functional impact
At Matthews Engineering, we develop advanced printing and lacquering lines that combine performance, design flexibility, and precise control. Whether you’re applying lacquer or ink to floor coverings, wallcoverings, or high-performance films — our machines deliver superior quality at industrial speed.
With modular design, intuitive operation, and smart automation, our systems adapt to your materials and production needs — helping you bring creative ideas to market faster and more efficiently.
Cutting-edge technology
Production Lines
Precision Printing & Lacquering Solutions: High-Speed Performance with Maximum Efficiency and Flexibility
Matthews Engineering printing and lacquering systems enable high-speed, industry-specific production with minimal waste and top-quality results.
Designed for water- or solvent-based inks and lacquers, these machines offer coating weights from 0.5 to 60 g/m² with maximum register accuracy, fast setup, and low scrap rates. Fully automatic gap and pressure controls, recipe management and register systems (even without marks) ensure defect-free, repeatable surface finishes. Flexible applicators allow forward/reverse lacquering, direct/indirect coating and fast changeovers via trolley systems.
With working widths up to 5,400 mm and compatibility with all industrial speeds, the systems are suitable for both small and large formats. Inline concepts with up to 12 printing units support continuous design changes, while offline systems target high-speed printing. Advanced visualization keeps web tension monitored at all times. Expertise in ATEX, explosion protection and exhaust treatment complements tailor-made solutions—including modules for smoothing or embossing.
Matthews Engineering leverages decades of cross-industry experience to develop innovative, customer-specific technologies.
Printing & Lacquering Lines for every challenge
Engineered to perform under pressure and built to adapt, our printing and lacquering lines are designed to meet the full spectrum of industrial challenges — from high-end decorative applications to functional surface coatings on technical films.
Ingenio laboratory printing machines
The ingenio laboratory printing machines are compact proofing devices for realistic printing simulations and efficient color testing in packaging development.
Key Features & Capabilities
Our Printing & Lacquering Lines are engineered for precision, speed, and creative agility — with scalable configurations and process-specific flexibility to meet the evolving demands of industrial printing. Whether you’re producing intricate designs, complex multi-color layouts, or variable data printing, our systems are built to adapt.
Inline & Offline Printing Systems
Available in modular configurations with up to 12 printing units, our systems support both inline and offline operation for optimal process integration. Each unit can be configured for gravure, flexographic, or screen technologies, enabling uninterrupted production with high-speed design changes and exceptional register accuracy — even at speeds up to 100 m/min.
Lacquer Application Technology
Engineered for full versatility, our machines support direct and indirect coating, as well as forward or reverse lacquer flow. Whether you require primers, functional coatings, or UV lacquers, our applicator systems ensure uniform layer thickness, excellent edge definition, and compatibility with a wide range of substrates and finishes.
Ink & Lacquer Supply Systems
Our precision fluid delivery modules include closed-loop viscosity control, temperature stabilization, and low-ink-level alarms to maintain consistent print quality. These systems are designed to reduce waste, simplify clean-up, and ensure optimal ink or lacquer laydown across every run.
Drying & Curing Solutions
Tailored to your process, we offer intermediate and final drying/curing units using hot air, infrared (IR), or UV technology. Advanced zone control allows for precise drying parameters across various substrates, improving adhesion, durability, and surface finish — even at high line speeds.
Substrate Handling & Control
Equipped with real-time register and tension control, our web handling systems ensure exact alignment and material stability throughout the process. Integrated edge guiding, auto-splice, and dancer systems maintain flawless web tracking — minimizing scrap and optimizing productivity.
Smart Control Systems
Our intuitive HMI platforms and AI-powered automation tools streamline setup, diagnostics, and process control. From recipe management to predictive maintenance alerts, our smart systems boost operational efficiency and ensure repeatable, high-quality output — with minimal operator intervention.
Technical Specifications
INDUSTRIAL INKJET PRINTING FOR DECORATIVE SURFACES
The unique industrial inkjet printing technology is most suitable for decorative products such as wallcoverings, decorative films, floor coverings and similar PVC-based products. There is no need for specific ink reception layers, primer coatings or any pre-treatment of the printing substrate. The special ink is absorbed by and embedded in the wet plastisol. The single-pass technology is perfectly suitable for integration into existing industrial printing lines. It is furthermore available as a dedicated stand-alone printing line, off-line or near-line.
Technical Specifications
Number of print bars
4 (CMYK)
Operating Printing Speed
up to 70 m/min.
Printing widths
550mm, 1000mm, 1200mm, 1400mm
Ink Type
oil based ink
Heads
Ricoh MH5420
Operating mode
in-line, single-pass
What sets our Printing Lines apart
Our printing and lacquering lines are engineered to deliver measurable value at every stage of your production process. From accelerating throughput to expanding design flexibility, we help you stay competitive in fast-moving markets. Whether you're optimizing for speed, material range, or print precision, our systems combine intelligent automation with proven engineering to unlock performance where it counts most.
Flexible system design
Inline or offline, up to 12 units — built for quick changeovers.
Accurate register control
Sharp alignment even on narrow formats and complex designs.
Broad material range
Supports films, foils, textiles, papers — with solvent or water-based inks.
Smart automation
Integrated controls and web tension monitoring for stable output.
Engineered for your industrial challenge
Our printing and lacquering systems are designed to meet the specific performance, aesthetic, and regulatory demands of your sector. From automotive interiors and home décor to medical and technical films — we enable scalable, high-quality results across every application.
Home & Décor
Printing and lacquering systems for decorative films, wallcoverings, laminates, and flooring — from high-gloss to durable lacquered finishes.
Plastics & Film
High-performance solutions for technical films — including high-gloss, super matte, and functional layers for advanced applications.
Automotive
Printing and lacquering solutions for interior films — from dashboards and door panels to seating components with robust and decorative finishes.
Healthcare
Printing and lacquering applications for logo prints, protective lacquers, or small product quantities in samples — as a precise alternative to full-surface coating.
Further Industries
Discover how our precision technologies and intelligent processes are driving innovation across additional markets and materials.