• The event brought together over 50 guests from across the print, sign and graphics, packaging and textile sectors.
    The event brought together over 50 guests from across the print, sign and graphics, packaging and textile sectors.
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Ball & Doggett has officially opened the doors to its new Experience Hub in Brendale, Queensland, welcoming customers and industry partners for an exclusive launch event yesterday (18 March).

The Impact CNC team.
The Impact CNC team.

The event brought together over 50 guests from across the print, sign and graphics, packaging and textile sectors to explore the company’s latest investment in equipment innovation and hands-on customer experience.

Designed as an interactive demonstration centre, the Experience Hub allows customers to see a wide range of production technologies in action, interact with applications, and explore new opportunities to grow their businesses.

Guests on the night experienced live demonstrations across a diverse range of equipment solutions, including wide-format printing, finishing, cutting, laser technology, CNC routing and garment decoration.

Technologies showcased included solutions from Roland DG, Mimaki, HP, Kongsberg, Kornit Digital, IECHO, Eclipse DTF and Impact CNC, along with finishing and specialty production equipment.

The Roland DG team.
The Roland DG team.

Rob Brussolo, general manager – Sign, Display and Digital at Ball & Doggett, said the Experience Hub represents a significant investment in helping customers make more informed equipment decisions.

“The Experience Hub reflects Ball & Doggett’s commitment to supporting our customers with one of the most comprehensive equipment offerings in the Australian market,” said Brussolo.

“By bringing together a wide range of technologies in one place, backed by the expertise of our equipment specialists and a national support team, we’re creating a space where customers can explore new capabilities, ask questions and see what’s possible before they invest.”

Located in Brendale, the Experience Hub will host regular demonstrations, training sessions and industry events, allowing customers to experience equipment first-hand in a working production environment.

Technologies showcased included solutions from Roland DG, Mimaki (pictured), HP, Kongsberg, Kornit Digital, IECHO, Eclipse DTF and Impact CNC
Technologies showcased included solutions from Roland DG, Mimaki (pictured), HP, Kongsberg, Kornit Digital, IECHO, Eclipse DTF and Impact CNC

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