Among the attendees were representatives of the embassies of Japan, Poland, United Kingdom, Romania, Laos, and Switzerland; and the chambers of commerce of Italy and Switzerland.

Asia Manila Prime Properties, Duty Free Philippines, and Top Line set up booths to showcase their products and services.

“We thank everyone who made this inaugural event successful. We’re thrilled to see such enthusiasm despite the weather. Tonight highlights the drive of Manila’s entrepreneurs to build connections that support growth and resilience,” said Monsi Alfonsi Serrano, publisher of THEPHILBIZNEWS that organized the event.

Palladium sponsors include CDO Foodsphere Inc., Converge ICT Solutions, Duty Free Philippines, ES Print Media Inc., GCash, Meralco, RCBC, The Manor at Camp John Hay, and Top Line Business Development Corp.

Partner sponsors include Abyan Management Services Corp., Asia Manila Prime Properties, Avzea Studios, Barkero Developers, Cleanfuel, FinTech Alliance, FIRST Atkins Holdings Corp. (FAHC), Grab Philippines, IONTEK Power Solutions Corporation, Kin No Tori Kara, Lola Tita De Cacao, Luis Bakery, MPT South Corporation, San Miguel Food and Beverage, Inc., Tinapayan, The Forest Lodge at Camp John Hay, and Top Line-Light Fuels.

Chamber partners include the British, Italian, Nordic, and Swiss Chambers of Commerce in the Philippines.

Japanese entrepreneur Ryo Tateno delivered a presentation on the potential of entering the Philippine market through the franchising of Japan’s leading chicken karaage restaurant, Kin No Tori Kara.

Entrepreneurs’ Night, held at Hotel Okura’s sophisticated event space, featured an open mixer format aimed at enhancing partnerships across industries.

“We designed this event as a venue for participants to freely and in a relaxed manner exchange ideas, build relationships, and explore potential collaborations,” said Serrano.

Hotel Okura’s renowned Japanese buffet, with premium drinks flowing freely, complemented the evening’s relaxed and collegial atmosphere, providing a convivial backdrop to the business-focused gathering.

Attendees praised the event for offering both practical and enjoyable networking experiences, with entrepreneurs and professionals alike engaged in lively discussions throughout the evening.

“We would like to participate in any similar event again,” said Mark Fong, a Chinese-Filipino entrepreneur.

Adding to the excitement were the highly anticipated raffle prizes, which included exclusive overnight stays at The Manor in Camp John Hay and Hotel Okura Manila, lanterns from Pampanga courtesy of Converge, 10 pieces of holiday ham from CDO, 12 cases of San Miguel beer, P10,000 worth of gift certificates courtesy of MPT South, a Canon printer from ES Print Media.

Hotel Okura Manila and THEPHILBIZNEWS look forward to establishing Entrepreneurs’ Night as an annual affair that will bring together leaders and professionals from across sectors.

Its successful conduct Thursday night sets the stage for future gatherings that encourage communication, collaboration, and growth among Manila’s business community.

By Victoria “NIKE” De Dios

Manila, Philippines – December 12, 2020 – The country’s forefront in digital imaging and printing brandishes its latest strategic partnership with MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD, one of the leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers in Japan.

In its virtual launch, ES Print Media Inc. presented the following state-of-the-art products from MUTOH printers such as first Dye Sublimation, Eco-Solvent, UV/LED, and Mutoh’s unique Multi-Purpose inks.

Mr. Edward So Kua, President, and CEO of ES Print Media Inc. shared his pride and excitement with the partnership with MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD., Japan. 

“We are truly honored for this great partnership with MUTOH printers and I personally express my heartfelt gratitude to Yasuhiko Isobe-san, President and Representative Director of MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD for giving ES Print Media the opportunity to bring to the Philippines and add to our growing product portfolio these highly cost-effective products and services that meet the needs of customers especially now as the growing number of entrepreneurs in the country are looking business opportunity that is not just profitable but also easy to manage,”  Mr. So Kua said.

“With these new products, I am certain that this would also provide more opportunities to our valued business partners, and at the same time will impress people about these amazing digital printing solutions that delivered unparalleled quality output,” the President and Chairman of ES Print Media added.

“Through the years, the ES Print Media has been very selective in adding product lines in our digital imaging and printing business solutions. While there are many available brands in the market that offer similar products and service, nothing beats the technology from MUTOH,” Kua explained.

“MUTOH INDUSTRIES, LTD. is award-winning company, and just recently, they bagged six PRINTING United Alliance Product of the Year awards, making 2020 the ninth consecutive year of Mutoh winning awards. ES Print Media partners with the industry leaders and winners, because in this business, the best way to win is to deliver quality and unparalleled service, and through the years, this has been our philosophy and business ethics, and our business partners and clients can attest to this,” he added.

“Mutoh Smart Printing Equals Value”

Intelligent Interweaving (i²) Technology

Mutoh’s patented Intelligent Interweaving printing technology, called i² (i-squared), is a revolutionary new way of laying down ink onto a substrate.

Whereas wide-format printers commonly lay down ink onto a substrate in a “straight line”, Mutoh’s intelligent interweaving technology will enable the printer to lay down the ink in a totally different way, e.g. in a “wave form pattern”.

The new i² printing technique will vastly reduce typical shortcomings inherently linked to inkjet printing, such as horizontal or vertical banding, missing or misfiring nozzles, step mismatch, mottle, etc.., since subsequent printing are seamlessly “interlaced”.

DropMaster Technology

Specifically developed for Mutoh’s dual head ValueJet models, DropMaster is a revolutionary print automation technique that eliminates the need for time-consuming media dependent head adjustments. DropMaster is capable of automatically recalculating and adjusting the uni / bi-directional fire timings. It does this regardless of resolution and print speed.

DropMaster assures the highest dot placement accuracy both uni and bi-directionally. Eliminates the need for individual head adjustments per individual media type. Automatically recalculates and adjusts the drop throw distance between the print heads and the media surface once the media thickness has been entered. The result is an overall increase of image definition, smoothness, and significant time savings.

VSM Mobile

VSM Mobile” a free application for mobile devices such as Android™ and iPhone, and the application is dedicated to MUTOH printer.

“VSM Mobile” enables to check the status of MUTOH printer connected to a local-area network, and the remote control will be available from your mobile devices.

Local Dimming Control (XperJet 461UF & 661UF)

The XpertJet 461UF and 661UF direct to object printers are equipped with a newly developed segmented 2” wide UV lamp. The UV lamp has 6 different sections. Each lamp section can be individually controlled, allowing the production of multiple varnish effects in the same print table movement.

Gloss, semi-gloss and matte varnish effects can be produced in one table movement for prints combining CMYK + Varnish or White + Varnish. The result is a substantial increase in productivity as well as a minimized risk off dust contamination onto glossy printed areas.

Variable Dot Technology

By adopting the high quality printhead, it incorporates 3 kinds of variable dot which are large medium, and small diameter so as to realize high quality, standard quality, and high-speed printing. 

Powered by Caldera 

Caldera’s wide range of RIP and workflow programs can be used alone or in combination to suit a wide range of markets and applications – from Signs & Graphics to Textiles to Industrial Printing.

SAi FlexiPrint ES Print Edition software is a powerful all-in-one solution. It’s loaded with amazing features, and it’s designed to be as easy as possible to understand. The software is great for both beginners and more experienced users and compatible with the best printers on the market.

“Now that these MUTOH products are with us, we will make sure that they will be available at our 11 branches across the country. After-sales service, consumables such as inks, spare parts, and printing materials are now within reach.” Mr. So Kua concluded.