# IMAGO Confectionery Printers UAE > IMAGO edible ink printers decorate chocolate, macarons and cakes directly with no transfer foil. Vulpes Pro and Amber CF-40.63 from PRO TECHnology Dubai. **Canonical HTML page:** https://www.protechnology.ae/imago-confectionery-direct-food-printing-middle-east **Source:** PRO TECHnology Co. L.L.C., Dubai, United Arab Emirates --- 01 / Company IMAGO overview # Printing straight onto the chocolate. IMAGO builds edible printing systems that decorate confectionery directly, with no transfer foil and no chilling step. The design goes onto the product itself, so what leaves the machine is the finished piece. Origin Manufactured in Poland Designed and built in Europe. Reputation UV and food UV leader A recognised leader in UV and food UV printing. Engineering Four disciplines, one team Specialists in printing, mechanical design, automation and electronics. Output Direct edible printing Enables direct edible printing on confectionery. 02 / Machines Two models available ## Vulpes Pro and Amber CF-40.63. Both print directly onto the product. The difference is bed size and speed per bed, which is what decides your output per shift. ### IMAGO Vulpes Pro Confectionery plotter Direct printing on chocolate, cookies, macarons and cakes, sized for pastry shops, chocolatiers and gifting production. Bed size**32 × 65 cm** Time of printing, per table**From 2 min** Cost of printing, per table**1 AED** Printing time for a complete table depending on the settings. ### IMAGO Amber CF-40.63 Industrial print head The new industrial print head ensures extremely fast and accurate decoration of cakes, cookies, macaroons and chocolates. Bed size**60 × 40 cm** Time of printing, per bed**35 sec** Cost of printing, per bed**1 AED** Printing time for a complete 60 × 40 cm table. Housing made of stainless steel Resistant to moisture, high temperatures and heavy use. Stainless steel meets the highest hygiene standards in the food industry, making cleaning and maintenance easy. Robust design A stable, solid frame ensures a long service life even when operating at full capacity. Resistant to intensive use Designed for use in factories producing thousands of biscuits, chocolates, cakes or pastries every day. Robust industrial components High quality mechanical and electronic components guarantee reliable operation for years. 03 / Materials and inks What it prints on ## Ten surfaces, one machine. *✓* Glaze *✓* Mirror glaze *✓* Piping gel *✓* Cookies *✓* Chocolate Full solution included *✓* Dark chocolate High contrast colours *✓* Fondant *✓* Jelly *✓* Isomalt and lollipops *✓* Wafers ### Are the inks edible? Yes. 100% fully edible inks, certified for food production and accepted across the region's hospitality and retail supply chains. Halal certified Kosher certified Vegan FDA approved IFS compliant 04 / Process Process comparison ## IMAGO makes it simple. Traditional edible printing against IMAGO direct printing. Same finished chocolate, seven steps against three. Edible printer ### Transfer foil workflow Seven steps, including a wait in the fridge. 1Preparing the chocolate 2Printing on transfer foil 3Applying the foil to the chocolate 4Even out the surface 5Put in the fridge 6Remove the transfer foil from chocolate 7Finished product ### IMAGO direct to chocolate workflow Three steps, no foil, no chilling. 2Printing directly on the chocolate 3Finished product Fewer steps Faster process Lower cost 05 / Applications Applications ## What it decorates. Chocolaterie Hospitality Catering Corporate events Why trust IMAGO ## Proven in production, worldwide. **500+**Satisfied customers **50+**Countries around the world **10+**Years of experience in confectionery printing technology 07 / Projects Printed by PRO TECHnology ## What it produces. 08 / FAQ Frequently asked questions ## Before you invest. **How fast does it print?** Product Print time Macaron around 2 seconds Chocolate around 5 seconds Cookies around 10 seconds Cake, 30 cm around 1 minute A full 60 by 40 cm bed on the Amber prints in around 35 seconds. **Are the inks edible and safe?** Yes, the inks are 100% fully edible: halal certified, kosher certified, vegan, FDA approved and IFS compliant. **How does the printing process work?** Place the product on the printer table Match graphic placement using the on screen ruler Press PREPARE The machine auto scans the height Once the READY light is green, close the ruler view Click PRINT on your computer **Is the printer easy to operate?** Yes. Place the product, align the design on screen, press prepare, and print. No advanced skills required. **What are the daily maintenance requirements?** Clean the shaft Refill the ink when needed Empty the waste tank **Do you provide training?** Yes, training is included free of charge with the machine installation. **Who handles installation and support?** Your local distributor, PRO TECHnology in this region, handles installation, training and ongoing support. **Can the machine be supported remotely?** Yes, remote diagnostics and support are possible depending on the issue. **What operating system is required?** Food printers work with Mac or Windows Other printer types are Windows only **How long does delivery take?** Typically around 4 to 6 weeks, depending on order volume and location. **What is the production capacity?** The printer can decorate hundreds to thousands of items per hour, significantly faster than manual decoration. **What types of businesses is this suitable for?** Bakeries and pastry shops Chocolate brands Corporate gifting companies Event and hospitality businesses **Is food printing profitable?** Yes, it reduces labour time and allows premium pricing through personalisation, increasing overall margins. **Can I print directly on products, not transfer sheets?** Yes, IMAGO printers are designed for direct to surface printing, not just edible paper. Next step ## Advance your confectionery capabilities. Bring direct to food technology into your production. Book a demonstration and we will print your own product, or send us your artwork and we will show you the result before you commit. [Book a live demo](https://wa.me/+97142541527) [Get a custom quote](https://www.protechnology.ae/contact-us) [See production at Sun Studio](https://www.sunstudio.ae/)