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Experience the magic of wide format printing in-person at Loffler's Demo Room or connect with an expert to learn how you can take control of your large format printing needs.

Determine the Best Large Format Printer for Your Organization

Whether your large print project consists of banners, posters, graphics, wallpaper, murals, maps, technical drawings, or color renderings, Loffler has a comprehensive lineup of world-class solutions. Not sure which printer is right for you? Take a look at the large format printing machines for sale below or talk to a wide format specialist today to learn more.

Canon Colorado & Arizona Production Printing Solutions

Built to perform and designed with purpose, Canon Colorado and Canon Arizona support high‑output roll printing and true flatbed rigid work within a modern production workflow.
 
Together, they give production teams the flexibility to take on a wider mix of applications, increase throughput, and align equipment with the way work actually moves through the shop.

Graphic Arts

Why spend a fortune on outsourcing your large format prints when you can have ultra-high quality imaging and exceptional performance in-house? Bringing large format printing in-house empowers you to save costs, maintain quality control for large prints, meet tight deadlines, and have greater creative freedom.

Technical & Engineering

Multifunctional printing systems bring you the professional-grade printing you need onsite. Canon's technologies compete efficiently and cost-effectively in the technical, engineering, and other professional markets. Customize your large format printers by adding wide format copying and scanning solutions to 36-inch and 44-inch printers. 

A Practical Guide to Large Format Printing

Use this cheat sheet as a planning resource to understand application types, output needs, and how different large format systems are typically deployed.
Large format printer cheat sheet

Contact Loffler About Large Format Printers

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between "large format" and "wide format"?

These terms are used interchangeably and refer to the same type of printer:

  • Wide Format - Emphasizes the width capability (typically 24-60 inches wide)

  • Large Format - Emphasizes the overall print size (both width and length)

Both describe printers that produce prints larger than standard office printers.

What's a typical application for a large format printer?

Common uses include:

  • Marketing materials - Banners, posters, trade show signage, window displays

  • Technical drawings - Blueprints, CAD plots, architectural plans, engineering drawings

  • Graphics & art - Photography fine art prints, photo proofs, artistic renderings

  • Specialized printing - Labels, decals, wraps, wallpaper, murals

  • Technical documents - Maps, site plans, construction documents

  • Signage - Interior and exterior signs, yard signs, floor graphics

Why would a business want a large format printer?

Key reasons to invest:

  • Cost Savings - Eliminate outsourcing costs; print in-house

  • Speed - Quick turnaround on printing projects

  • Quality Control - Maintain consistent quality standards

  • Flexibility - Print on-demand, various materials and sizes

  • Creativity - Create eye-catching marketing materials in-house

  • Scalability - Handle growing print needs

  • Time-Sensitive Projects - Meet tight deadlines quickly

  • Customization - Personalize designs and materials

  • Productivity - Less time waiting for prints, more time on business

  • Competitive Advantage - Professional quality in-house capability

What industries benefit most from large format printers?

Primary industries:

  • Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) - Technical drawings, blueprints, site plans

  • Graphic Design - Proofs, posters, banners, marketing materials

  • Photography - Fine art prints, photography proofs

  • Marketing/Advertising - Signs, banners, promotional materials

  • Manufacturing - Technical documentation, labels

  • Real Estate - Renderings, floor plans, signage

  • Retail - Point-of-sale materials, window displays

  • Education - Posters, educational materials, campus signage

What materials can large format printers print on?

Wide variety of materials:

  • Paper - Matte, glossy, semi-gloss, fine art papers

  • Vinyl - Self-adhesive, banner vinyl, wall vinyl

  • Fabric - Canvas, cotton, polyester, silk

  • Specialty - Backlit film, window cling, adhesive labels

  • Rigid - Poster board, cardboard, plastic, wood

  • Wallpaper - Commercial and residential

  • 3D objects - With flatbed printers (Arizona)

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