The Cornish book printer installed the machines last August, replacing two previous ColorStream 6000s, but has only now gone live with details of the investment.

Building on its existing relationship with Canon that began over a decade ago, TJ Books said it invested in the ColorStream 8000 presses to optimise its production workflows and meet evolving customer requirements.

The devices have enabled the business to migrate more work to inkjet, freeing up resources to support its litho print operations.

Andy Watts, managing director at TJ Books, said: “With the new ColorStream devices we’re minimising the need for hands-on support and moving closer and closer to an automated production line.

“We’re thrilled about this new technology, which has also allowed us to take on larger volumes of work and ensure that like-for-like quality of bespoke work is delivered to customers at speed.”

Launched in 2021, the ColorStream 8000 series printers feature 1,200dpi Kyocera printheads and use a water-based pigment inkset with latex polymer, which delivers a very wide colour gamut.

Stuart Rising, head of commercial print at Canon UK & Ireland, also commented: “An automated production line is an important goal for TJ Books, and we’re excited to be supporting their objective with our inkjet devices.

“Leveraging the heritage of the existing ColorStream family, the ColorStream 8000 series takes businesses to the next level of productivity, print quality and efficiency through automation. It’s the ideal set of devices for those looking to move from offset to digital.”

Acquired in 2018 by co-owners Andy Watts and finance director Andy Adams, TJ Books currently employs 146 staff and offers services ranging from printing and binding to self-publishing. It produces items including books, brochures, and catalogues.

Based just outside Padstow, TJ Books was rebranded from TJ International in 2020. The business was founded in 1969 and operates from a 7,700sqm site.