HP has designs on large-format scanning
HP has announced a new tool for scanning large-format color documents at architects, engineers, construction (AEC) and geographic information system (GIS) firms, the Designjet T2500 eMultifunction Printer (eMFP).
Featuring an integrated scanner, which makes it easy to scan and send sketches to team members, as well as incorporate hand-annotated changes, it also offers an integrated output stacking tray, two-roll front media loading with smart switching and an intuitive touch screen that allows monitoring media rolls and viewing status of the printing jobs
Debbie Garcia, project coordinator at US-based Inland Engineering Services, said, “Previously when clients provided changes, we had to scan in sections at a time. With the HP Designjet T2500 eMultifunction Printer, we can now easily scan large plans that include hand-noted changes and immediately update the design file, which helps move projects forward faster and also allows us to work with our clients in real time.”
It offers a 30 percent smaller footprint than its predecessor and an integrated output stacking tray delivers flat, collated prints, helping teams stay organised between multiple projects. With two-roll, front media loading, users can print projects that require different paper types and sizes without having to change the roll. The printer also offers a wider variety of media options with the ability to print up to AO/E print sizes. Additionally, the full-colour touch screen also gives added control with the ability to manage job queues, track print costs, print borderless images and view true print previews.
“We have seen a great shift in how architecture, engineering and construction firms work, evolving from teams operating out of a central location to a rising number of remote workgroups with increased firm-to-firm collaboration,” said Ben Ho, Country Manager, GSB South Pacific Large Format Design, HP Australia and New Zealand.
“Extending HP’s new design features to a multifunction device will help improve productivity and enhance all types of working environments.”
The HP Designjet ePrinter portfolio features HP Designjet ePrint & Share, a free web service that makes it easy to access, view and print large-format documents using an Android or Apple tablet, a smartphone, a notebook or an ePrinter touch screen.
Together with HP Designjet ePrint & Share, the web-connected HP Designjet T2500 eMultifunction Printer allows users to automatically save copies of projects to the cloud when scanning or printing. Users also can email projects to print by attaching a PDF or other print-ready file to an email, and sending it directly to the ePrinter’s dedicated email address.
The Designjet T2500 eMultifunction will be available in November 2013 starting at $A19,299.50.