Ultra Installs Asia Pacific’s First HP Indigo V12 Press
Ultra continues to lead the way in label innovation with the installation of the HP Indigo V12 Digital Press at our Brisbane Labels Division — the first HP Indigo V12 press in the Asia Pacific region. This investment marks a defining milestone in our journey, reinforcing Ultra Labels & Flexpack’s position at the forefront of digital label printing in Australia.
The HP Indigo V12 sets a new standard for speed, quality, and efficiency, allowing us to increase production capacity while offering greater flexibility and value to our clients. More than just a new press, it reflects our ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence.
We’re always looking for ways to expand what’s possible for our customers, and the HP Indigo V12 is setting the standard for 2026 and beyond.
An advanced digital press built for busy production environments
The HP Indigo V12 is one of the biggest turning points across digital label printing and for Ultra Labels as a whole. Designed for speed, precision, and reliability, this press brings together several innovative technologies that will transform how we produce labels across our operations. It’s faster, cleaner, and more efficient; helping us deliver exceptional quality on every job while keeping up with growing demand.
Industry-transforming LEPx technology
At the heart of the V12 is HP’s new LEPx (Lithographic ElectroPhotographic) technology, which uses six parallel imaging engines to build a full image on the same blanket belt at the same time. This process delivers the rich colour and sharp detail HP is known for while reducing energy use and waste during production. It’s a less time consuming way to print, and a major step toward a more sustainable future for label manufacturing.
120 linear metres per minute
Printing at 120 linear metres per minute, this press outpaces every other digital narrow-web press on the market. It matches the output of traditional flexographic printing but keeps all the benefits of digital (quicker turnarounds, shorter runs, and seamless job changes), giving our clients more flexibility and faster delivery times.
Analog-quality results with digital flexibility
The V12 delivers the best of both worlds: the premium look and feel of traditional printing with the agility of digital. Every label comes off the press with vibrant, consistent results that bring designs to life while increasing production capacity and creative freedom.
Raising the bar for performance
With 12 ink stations, 1600 dpi LED-based writing heads, and a colour gamut covering up to 97% of PANTONE colours, the HP Indigo V12 produces exceptional accuracy and depth across every print. Continuous unwinding and rewinding allow uninterrupted production, minimising downtime between jobs and improving turnaround times.
For Ultra Labels, the HP Indigo V12 isn’t just a new press; it’s a smarter, more sustainable way to print that lets us do more with less.
More flexibility, more possibility
For our customers, the arrival of the HP Indigo V12 means greater flexibility, faster lead times, and even more creative possibilities. This press allows us to handle a wider range of materials and finishes with precision, thanks to its advanced inline priming unit, making it easier to print on everything from paper and films to textured substrates.
It’s a major step forward in how we can support brand owners and packaging designers who demand premium, consistent, and sustainable labels. Whether it’s small test runs or national product launches, the V12 makes it easier for our customers to move fast, stay creative, and maintain quality across every product line.
This upgrade strengthens our ability to provide the flexibility, consistency, and reliability our clients rely on, no matter the size or scale of their project.
Want to see what the HP Indigo V12 is capable of for yourself?
To learn more about our new printing capabilities or to discuss your next project, contact our team today. Together, we can bring your next label to life in a faster and smarter way that delivers unmatched precision.
