As graphics specialists at ABT, we know firsthand that the most powerful investment you can make in your new Roland device isn’t just the equipment itself — it’s the training hours that come with it. Over and over, we’ve seen structured, hands-on training transform the rollout experience: fewer costly errors, faster ramp-up, and teams that actually use everything the machine can do. In this post, we’ll explain why training hours are non-negotiable, how our approach varies by model and application, and why ABT is uniquely positioned to guide Colorado print businesses through the process.

Why We Insist on Training Hours from Day One

Every new Roland install starts with excitement — and that’s appropriate. But excitement doesn’t get jobs out the door. Training does. Here’s why we build dedicated training hours into every Roland sale:

1. Eliminating Expensive Mistakes

Roland equipment is engineered to perform, but it takes trained hands to operate it correctly from the start. We’ve seen businesses run high-value prints with the wrong media profile active or color management misconfigured — mistakes that cost real money and credibility. With proper training, those errors become rare rather than routine.

2. Accelerating Your ROI

A new printer sitting idle while your team figures things out is a sunk cost. When ABT trains your operators, they’re productive almost immediately. We focus on getting you live quickly so the machine starts generating returns on day one, not week three.

3. Discovering Hidden Capabilities

You may have bought your Roland printer for decals and signage, but what about fabric prints, clear ink layering for texture effects, or white ink underprinting? Our training dives into the capabilities most operators never find on their own — features that expand your service offerings and increase margins.

4. Building Confidence Across Your Team

When your entire team understands the machine, you eliminate bottlenecks and single points of failure. We encourage cross-training whenever possible so production doesn’t depend on one person being in the building. Empowered staff are efficient staff — and confident staff catch problems before they become expensive ones.

5. Staying Competitive in the Colorado Market

Other print shops are investing in training. If you skip it, you’re automatically a step behind in quality, consistency, and throughput. Training hours ensure your team isn’t just keeping pace — they’re leading with repeatable output and streamlined workflows.

Technical and Model-Specific Training Considerations

Not all Roland machines are created equal, and our training plans reflect that. The complexity of the device, the software stack, and the applications you’re running all shape how we structure sessions.

Device Complexity

Software Integration

Whether you’re running VersaWorks 6, Roland DG Connect, or integrating with Adobe Creative Cloud, our training covers file prep best practices, ICC profile management, ink optimization, job queuing, and workflow automation features. We want you working with the software, not around it.

Specialty Media and Inks

Some Roland devices run white, metallic, or clear ink. Others handle textured vinyl, rigid boards, or stretch fabrics. Each requires custom calibration, specific maintenance routines, and material-appropriate handling. We walk you through all of it — including how to set up ICC profiles for new substrates you’ll encounter as your business grows.

For devices with specialty ink and supply systems, we also cover ink shelf life, proper storage, and the purge cycles that protect your printheads between long idle periods — an important detail in Colorado shops that experience seasonal demand swings.

Real-World Application Training

When ABT trains, it’s not theoretical. If you’re doing vehicle wraps, we show you how to prep, nest, and print panels for a real job. If you’re focused on signage, we go through lamination, mounting, and the contour cut settings that save material on complex shapes. Everything connects directly to the jobs you’re actually running.

Team Background and Cross-Training

We evaluate your team’s current skill level and build sessions accordingly. Beginners need different pacing and focus than experienced print operators transitioning from another platform. We also push for cross-training whenever bandwidth allows — single points of failure in production are expensive, and they’re avoidable.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

No one likes downtime. That’s why every ABT training includes a maintenance module: cleaning schedules, ink system management, replacing consumables before failures happen, and diagnosing the common errors that throw off a print run. The goal is self-sufficiency — not dependence on a service call every time something goes sideways.

ABT Roland Training Modules

Why ABT Is the Right Roland Training Partner in Colorado

We’re not just trainers. We’re practitioners. ABT’s graphics team uses Roland devices in production — right here in Colorado. That operational experience gives us a level of context and credibility that national or remote training programs simply can’t replicate.

Colorado-Centric Approach

Altitude affects how eco-solvent inks cure and off-gas. Local media suppliers vary in substrate quality. Front Range UV exposure is more intense than coastal markets, which matters for outdoor durability settings. We build all of this into your training because it affects your output — and because no one else is going to tell you.

Real-World Expertise, Not Manual Reading

From RIP software to color correction, print-and-cut workflows to fine-detail finishing, we’ve solved real production problems at real Colorado print shops. We don’t follow a generic training script — we respond to what your team actually encounters, and we draw on 20+ years of experience supporting Colorado businesses with print technology.

Modular, Flexible Scheduling

You don’t need a one-size-fits-all training marathon. ABT breaks sessions into modules — Equipment Basics, RIP Techniques, Application-Specific Setup, Maintenance, and Workflow Integration — and builds a schedule around your production calendar, not a generic course agenda.

Follow-Up Support and Refresher Sessions

Training doesn’t end when the first session does. We offer follow-up consultations, refresher sessions when you add new substrates or applications, and performance reviews when throughput or quality issues arise. We tie our success to your outcomes — not just course completion.

ABT Is an Authorized Roland Dealer — Serving Colorado Since 2005

As an authorized Roland dealer with three Colorado offices — Denver, Colorado Springs, and Westminster — ABT provides local support that shows up when you need it. We’re not a national reseller routing your service ticket through a call center. We’re a Front Range business serving Front Range businesses.

Frequently Asked Questions About Roland Device Training

Schedule Your Roland Training Consultation

Let’s put a plan together. We’ll assess your team, your machine, and your production goals — then design a hands-on training program that gets you live fast and running confidently. Whether you’re installing your first Roland or expanding into a new application, ABT’s graphics team is your local resource on the Front Range.