IRVINE, CA, July 13, 2026 – Roland DG has won 2026 Pinnacle Awards for three print technologies: Dimense Media for PVC-free textured output, ECO-UV EUV-H inks for UV printing on materials such as glass and metal, and Roland DG Connect Designer for cloud-based print design workflows.
PRINTING United Alliance recognized Dimense Media in the Non-Output: Media/Non-PVC category, ECO-UV EUV-H Inks in the Non-Output: Digital Inks/UV category, and Roland DG Connect Designer in the Non-Output: Software/Web-Based Design, Personalization, or Product Building category.
“The Pinnacle Awards showcase the creativity, technical achievement, and forward-thinking vision that continue to advance print and create new opportunities for growth,” said Printing United Alliance program administrator Lindsay Ferrari. “This year’s winners demonstrate an exceptional commitment to solving real-world challenges, improving performance, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We congratulate each recipient for their contributions and for helping shape the future of our industry.”
Dimense Media is a digitally printable substrate used with Roland DG’s Dimense DA-640 surface printer. The system is used to produce textured wallcoverings, fine art, signage, retail displays and packaging. The media is PVC-free. Its composition reacts with Dimense water-based inks and the DA-640 heater, allowing users to control surface structure without building up layers of ink. The process can create textured finishes with embossing depths of up to 2 mm.
EUV-H is a UV hard ink for Roland DG VersaObject MO Series benchtop flatbeds, RC-300 series cylindrical printers and the IO-300 industrial UV flatbed, slated for launch in the second half of 2026. EUV-H ink meets safety requirements, has low odor and designed for durability and adhesion on surfaces such as glass and metal. The ink is used for product customization, personalization and manufacturing applications.
Roland DG Connect Designer is a cloud-based online application for print design. The software creates printing workflows that integrate with Roland DG’s VersaWorks RIP software and printing devices. The core version of Roland DG Connect Designer is available at no charge to all Roland DG Connect accounts.
“We are excited and honored to see these outstanding Roland DG products win 2026 Pinnacle Awards,” said Dan Burmeister, CEO and president of Roland DG Americas. “As a company that prides itself on continuous innovation, Roland DGA is dedicated to supplying products that allow users to optimize output quality, increase productivity, and maximize profitability. We will remain committed to providing exciting new technologies that help print professionals exceed the expectations of their customers and take their operations to the next level.”
Source: Roland DGA
About Roland DG
Roland DG develops digital solutions that support product creation and customization across multiple industries. Its inkjet printers and printer-cutters are used in visual communication applications such as signage and interior decoration. In digital fabrication, the company’s printers, cutting machines, and 3D fabrication tools support personalized and customized production. These systems enable high-mix, low-volume, and on-demand manufacturing workflows. The company has expanded its focus on digital transformation by adding cloud-based services. These offerings support printing operations by improving workflow management and operational efficiency. Roland DG also provides a cloud-based production improvement service that applies its internal production support expertise to small and medium-sized manufacturers.
About Roland DG Americas
Roland DGA, headquartered in Irvine, CA, is the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation of Hamamatsu, Japan, serving North and South America. Established in 1987, Roland DGA provides a wide range of digital imaging equipment, including large-format printers, vinyl cutters, engraving machines, 3D milling tools, and dental milling devices. These solutions support professionals across various industries such as signage, commercial printing, packaging, labeling, promotional products, textiles, engraving, and 3D modeling. Since its founding in 1981, Roland DG Corporation has been a pioneer in wide-format inkjet printing for applications in signage, apparel, interior décor, and vehicle graphics. The company also develops precision devices including engravers for awards and ADA signage, photo impact printers for direct part marking, and advanced 3D and CNC milling systems for use in dental, prototyping, and medical manufacturing.