Roland DG’s TY-300 Direct-To-Film (DTF) printer has earned a BLI 2026 Pick Award from Keypoint Intelligence, a global independent research organization renowned for its rigorous testing and evaluation of print and imaging technology.
Roland DGA Vice President of Sales, Dan Johansen (right in photo) receives the Roland DG TY-300’s BLI 2026 Pick Award from Keypoint Intelligence’s Johnny Shell during an in-booth presentation ceremony at the 2026 Impressions Expo Long Beach.
Ryugo Nimura, President of Roland DG’s Global Sales and Marketing Division, says: “We are very honoured to receive this Pick Award and proud that Keypoint Intelligence’s rigorous testing has confirmed the TY-300’s ability to deliver exceptional direct-to-film performance. This recognition underscores our commitment to supporting the evolution of the garment decoration industry and expanding the opportunities available to customers as they grow their creative and commercial capabilities.”
The TY-300 underwent rigorous testing and a comprehensive assessment of its image quality, colour performance, durability, productivity and usability, before securing the accolade of ‘Outstanding Direct-to-Film Printer’ in the 1 and 2 printhead (60-80 cm) category among currently tested products from manufacturers around the world.
David Sweetnam, Director of EMEA/APAC Research & Lab Services at Keypoint Intelligence, adds: “The TY-300 delivered an exceptionally strong overall performance in our testing. Its image quality was consistently impressive; with the largest colour gamut we have recorded to date for a CMYK-only DTF device on white T-shirts and clear gains in vibrancy on dark garments in high-quality mode.”
Washability was identified as another standout strength. Across 20 wash-and-tumble-dry cycles, the TY-300 exhibited no visible breakup of fine details or halftone fills, minimal colour shift, and no reduction in stretch resistance, with both text and graphics retaining their clarity and appearance throughout testing.
The printer also performed strongly in productivity tests, achieving 117.33 square feet per hour (46.93 linear feet per hour) in Roland DG’s recommended production mode, while a faster 4-pass mode delivered output exceeding 188.11 square feet per hour (75.24 linear feet per hour) when speed is prioritised. Features such as white ink cartridge swapping during operation and nozzle-blockage compensation help ensure continuous operation, while the latest VersaWorks RIP provides streamlined spot-colour optimization and advanced colour management. Roland DG Connect further supports production visibility with cloud-based device monitoring, reporting, and business analytics capabilities.
