Can the Roland VG4 Help Your Print Room Handle More, for Less?
In many busy print rooms, floor space is at a premium, and every new equipment purchase needs to justify its footprint. Printers are expected to handle an ever-increasing range of tasks without slowing daily production, making the choice of your next hardware investment critical.
That’s where the Roland TrueVIS VG4 comes into its own. From stickers and labels through to vehicle graphics, window films, and banners, the VG4 is engineered for print businesses keen to maximise the value of their equipment investment.
The Roland TrueVIS VG4 powers through a wide mix of day-to-day work, thanks to its seamless print-and-cut functionality, resulting in a compact system built to help you do more for less.
Roland TrueVIS VG4
Making Better Use of Your Floor Space
With the VG4, you get a single unit that handles printing, contour cutting, and even advanced perforations. That means no more standalone cutters or finishing stations taking up valuable square footage—or tying up cash flow.
By keeping the printing and cutting stages on one machine, print service providers gain a more streamlined workflow that saves physical space, simplifies daily production, and frees operators to focus on other high-value tasks.
While it is true that a separate printer and cutter may offer faster standalone production speeds, the logistical, material-handling, and space-saving advantages of a single integrated workflow offer a much higher operational return for many businesses.
Roland TrueVIS VG4
Cost-Saving as Standard
When it comes to cost efficiency, the VG4 doesn’t just eliminate the need for additional hardware investment; it features updated technology engineered to reduce everyday running costs without sacrificing quality.
At the core of the latest TrueVIS printer is an improved printhead array. This, combined with automatic pass control technology, maximises ink efficiency, producing sharp, consistent prints with far fewer media-wasting errors.
Another critical update is that key maintenance areas are now user-accessible to help minimise operational downtime, further assisted by intelligent remote monitoring tools to let users track production with ease.
The VG4 also benefits from an upgraded take-up unit to support long, unattended runs and stable media handling. For busy print rooms, this means more jobs processed with fewer issues slowing things down.
Roland TrueVIS VG4
Printing, Directly
Rounding off the VG4’s efficient feature set is the simple but highly effective Direct Print software, which allows operators to send jobs to print directly from the built-in touchscreen interface.
Once the job has been prepared and profiled in VersaWorks, it is easy to print and execute quick reprints right on the shop floor, reducing unnecessary back-and-forth trips between the prepress PC and the printer. It’s a simple but meaningful workflow improvement designed to optimise day-to-day use—something the VG4 is clearly geared toward.
Alongside this, Roland’s DG Connect software runs in the background to support a smooth print workflow, helping maintain stable, predictable production throughout the day.
Roland TrueVIS VG4
Papergraphics Verdict on The Roland TrueVIS VG4
“The VG4 is a clear step up for the TrueVIS range, incorporating new tech developments with a tried-and-tested user interface that’s built with simplicity in mind. We were certainly impressed by the print quality and found the new features, such as perforation, really useful.”
“While dedicated standalone components may provide greater standalone production power, if you have a busy print room that needs a space-saving solution capable of handling more jobs within the same footprint, then the Roland TrueVIS VG4 is a printer you should look at.” — Graham, Technical Manager at Papergraphics.
Speak Directly to Our Technical Team
Choosing the right hardware configuration is about matching technology to your specific production space and application mix. Skip the sales fluff and talk directly with the Papergraphics technical team for a straightforward, practical assessment of how the Roland VG4 fits into your print room workflow.
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Pros
- Does more with less space
- Builds upon the VG3 model strengths
- New automatic perforation feature
- Impressively broad media compatibility
- Eeight-colour TR3 inkset for beautiful results
- New printhead technology improves efficiency and print consistency
- Direct print streamlines the print process
Cons
- The VG4’s cutting speed, while respectable, will not compare to a standalone cutter.
Ideale toepassingen
- Achtergrondverlichting
- Banners
- Canvas
- Vloerillustraties
- Magneetstrips
- Posters
- Zelfklevers
- Voertuigbelettering
- Raamillustraties
- Stickers & Labels
What the manufacturer says:
Overview
Trusted by print professionals worldwide, TrueVIS is the benchmark for print-and-cut performance, and the VG4 Series is the next step in this legacy. With a new print head, the latest TR3 eco-solvent inks, and workflow features designed to deliver premium results with confidence day after day, VG4 helps you consistently deliver exceptional results.
Wider colour expression
Latest TR3 inks extend colour options to include Red, Orange, Green, Light Black and White.
Work smart
Print from the touch screen and use VersaWorks and Roland DG Connect smart features.
Built for long runs
Improved take-up control for both printing and cutting to support long print runs.
Lower running costs
Better quality prints from less ink, consistent prints for less waste and easier self-maintenance
Cut steps, not corners
Delivers refined image quality and integrated contour cutting with smart day-to-day operation - helping you produce premium graphics in less time, with less effort.
Effortless Versatility
TrueVis VG4 balances speed, value, and premium quality. From everyday signage to high-impact speciality work, VG4 is built to keep quality high, production moving, and finishing simple.
Premium TrueVisImage Quality
TrueVis VG4 delivers refined image quality with consistent results. The latest print head and Roland DG's proprietary control technology enable ultra-fine, high-density droplet control, allowing for vivid, high-definition output with fewer passes. Combined with TR3 ink options (including new Red) and True Rich Colour settings, VG4 supports smoother gradients, cleaner neutrals, and more accurate reproduction of brand colours. The result is premium graphics that remain consistent across repeated jobs and varied media, supporting reliable quality in day-to-day production.
Reliable Print & Cut Productivity
Built on Roland DG’s print & cut expertise, VG4 introduces workflow improvements for stable output on longer print or print & cut runs. Enhanced, in-sync take-up control supports continuous output and helps maintain media handling during production. Perforation cut allows simplified print separation and continued take-up to reduce post-print finishing time for sticker, label and decal work. These features help maintain throughput and consistency, enabling efficient turnaround while ensuring dependable quality and cutting accuracy across a wide range of applications.
Smarter Operation and Remote Control
VG4 is engineered to reduce operational steps and support efficient production management. After print conditions are set in VersaWorks, jobs can be selected and started from the printer’s 7" touch panel with the new Direct Print feature. Users can view VersaWorks queues on the touchscreen and send files to output - ideal when the printer and computer are in different rooms, or when quick reprints are needed. Roland DG Connect supports guided setup and remote checks to help maintain a stable output environment.
Lower Running Costs and Easier Maintenance
VG4 is designed to support productivity while helping protect operating costs. Improved ink efficiency supports lower consumption, while production-focused features help maintain stability during continuous work. Key maintenance areas around the print head are designed for easier user access and replacement, helping reduce downtime and keep output consistent. Combined with monitoring and workflow tools, VG4 supports a practical balance of premium output, reliable uptime, and efficient day-to-day operation.