Direct Color Systems

Business Details

42 Years

experience

Commercial UV LED Inkjet Printer Manufacturer

Direct Color Systems has established itself as a pioneering force in the commercial printing industry through continuous innovation and technological advancement. Since our inception, our engineering team has developed a comprehensive range of UV LED inkjet printers that revolutionize direct-to-substrate printing applications. Our patented ADA/Braille signage technology sets industry standards for accessibility compliance while enabling profitable sign production. As a USFCR-compliant manufacturer, we deliver industrial-grade negative pressure ink delivery systems across our UV-21MP, UV-32MP, UV-44DTS, and UV-84DTS Gen2 printer models. Our COLOR BYTE RIP V10 software and InkMark UV-coated substrates provide complete printing solutions for diverse materials including metals, plastics, and ceramics.

With global distribution networks and manufacturing operations in Connecticut since 1984, we maintain strict quality control through ISO-compliant production processes while supporting clients through comprehensive technical service programs. Our investment in TEXTUR3D technology enables tactile printing capabilities that expand creative possibilities for promotional products and architectural applications. Through strategic partnerships with certified resellers and direct sales channels, we deliver customized printing solutions backed by extended warranty programs and specialized financing options.

Services

UV LED Printers ADA Signage Printing Textured Printing Industrial Part Marking Acrylic Awards Golf Ball Printing Tile Printing DTG Printing Cylindrical Printing Metal Substrate Printing

Details

Year established: 1984

Highlights and features

We offer patented UV printing technology for ADA-compliant signage solutions.
Our USFCR-compliant printers meet federal manufacturing standards.
We provide complete printing ecosystems including hardware, software, and substrates.
Our engineering team develops innovative printing applications for diverse industries.
We maintain comprehensive technical support and extended warranty programs.

Associations and certifications

US Patent and Trademark Office

What people say

Stunning raised prints Increased profits Reliable printers Innovative applications Global distribution

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Services

UV LED Printers

Direct Color Systems' UV LED printers offer industrial-grade negative pressure ink delivery systems for precise digital decoration. These machines enable high-quality printing on diverse materials including plastics, metals, and ceramics. The UV-21MP, UV-32MP, UV-44DTS, and UV-84DTS Gen2 models provide scalable solutions for commercial printing operations requiring durability and solvent resistance.

ADA Signage Printing

Our patented direct-to-substrate braille printing technology creates ADA-compliant signage with textured and visual elements. This solution meets federal accessibility requirements while offering cost-effective production. The system integrates with UV LED printers to produce tactile signs with photographic quality images and raised text elements.

Textured Printing

TEXTUR3D technology enables three-dimensional printing effects on various substrates. This process creates raised surface textures for promotional items and architectural applications. The technology works with UV LED printers to produce tactile graphics that enhance visual and sensory experiences for end users across multiple industries.

Industrial Part Marking

Small-format UV LED printers provide permanent marking solutions for industrial components and electronic devices. This application supports traceability and identification requirements with durable, high-resolution text and images. The system works on curved surfaces and challenging materials without requiring surface preparation.

Acrylic Awards

Direct-to-acrylic printing produces high-quality awards, plaques, and signage without requiring pre-coating. The UV LED printing process creates vibrant, durable images on acrylic substrates for recognition programs and decorative applications. This solution eliminates traditional engraving processes while offering design flexibility for customized products.

Questions

What types of printers does Direct Color Systems Systems manufacture?

We manufacture UV LED inkjet printers including the UV-21MP, UV-32MP, UV-44DTS, and UV-84DTS Gen2 models for diverse industrial applications.

What printing applications are supported by your equipment?

Our printers handle ADA-compliant signage, acrylic awards, golf ball printing, industrial marking, and textured surface printing through TEXTUR3D technology.

Do you offer financing options for printer purchases?

Yes, we provide commercial UV printer leasing and financing programs for customers.

What substrates can be used with your UV printers?

Our printers work with metals, plastics, ceramics, wood, glass, and acrylics using InkMark UV-coated substrates.

Where are your printers manufactured?

All our printers are manufactured in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and distributed globally.

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Jim Larson

Dec 05, 2021 Report

These printers are absolutely worthless, and so is the service. The machine would make a better boat anchor than a printer. They require constant maintenance, and break down all the time, (and we only use ours about 2 hours a week). They are not easily repaired, and parts are extremely expensive. My machine has been down for weeks and DCS tells me to ship the machine back for repair, and they can look at it within 3 weeks. To palletize this beast and ship round trip would cost me in excess of $600. DCS's other option was to fly in a tech and pay for his air travel, rental car, hotel, and food expenses

Wes Hines

Oct 20, 2021 Report

Dissatisfied with the machine and especially customer support. Very vague instruction and no manual to speak of. Be ready to figure out a lot on your own because it costs $100 per hour to talk to someone and ask a questions. Would definitely look at another manufacturers.

Sensational Signs

Sep 21, 2021 Report

I do not do to many reviews my advice is DON'T PURCHASE!!! We have had this 7200 for two years. We asked them to pick up the 7200 countless times because we thought we got a lemon but it appears so did most people. This Frankenstein of an Epson printer has been nothing but a nightmare, we have had so many issues with parts breaking on the machine that they shipped us several parts which should have been under warranty, six months after that and many many calls later they tell us we can not speak to tech support any longer because we owed then 5000.00 from 6 months ago on parts that we thought was

Andrew Dale

Dec 08, 2020 Report

We have just had a technician come to our location for a repair and installation of several parts on our machine. Juan Zayas was responsive and informative with any questions we had. He let us know which parts needed replacing and helped us educate ourselves even further with each visit. His service and hospitality were well appreciated. Thank you for a great job.
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