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Another great example was produced by Austin Graphics in Austin, TX. Using its EFI VUTEk QS2000, the firm produced 26 tempered glass panels, 15 mirrored panels and several PETG panels that were used in a Samsung semiconductor facility recently constructed in Austin.

“Samsung wanted to use printed glass and mirrors in its locker room and smock room, Level 3 and Level 4 clean rooms, respectively, to eliminate dust, static and contaminants, as well as to provide an attractive employee environment,” explains David Pesnell, owner of Austin Graphics. Panels were 118? tall and ranged from 52-60? wide; glass panels weighed up to 300 lbs. each. With the QS2000 in flatbed mode, Pesnell was able to print directly on the panels.