Roland DG Exhibits at the 16th EDIX Tokyo Showcasing Three Years of High School STEAM Education

06/05/2025　Corporate Activities, Events & Tradeshows, Digital Printing

Roland DG exhibited at the 16th EDIX (Educational IT Solutions Expo) Tokyo, held at Tokyo Big Sight from April 23 to 25, 2025, in collaboration with the Digital Fabrication Association. As in the previous year, we showcased the VersaSTUDIO BD-8 desktop flatbed UV printer, presenting practical examples of how UV printers are used in educational settings. We also introduced a new Academic Package, which bundles commonly requested items such as jigs and warranty coverage to offer a comprehensive solution tailored to the needs of educational institutions.

A practical approach to STEAM education from multiple angles

STEAM education is a cross-disciplinary approach to learning that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with Art to foster creativity. Roland DG and the Digital Fabrication Association, which promotes and raises awareness of fabrication, have long collaborated to highlight the role of STEAM education, and this year marked our fourth joint appearance at EDIX. The booth featured case studies that had evolved through past initiatives.
One of the highlights of our booth was an exhibit by teachers and students from Hiroshima Institute of Technology Senior High School who have been using Roland DG products. The school launched its K-STEAM Classification Creative Learning Course in 2022, and the first class of students graduated in March 2025. To mark this milestone, a booklet documenting their journey over the past three years was distributed at the booth. Reflecting the course’s slogan, “Find what you love and immerse yourself in it,” the booklet captured students’ personal growth and drew significant interest among the exhibitors and participants from the annually evolving booths.

In addition, the booth featured presentations by students and teachers from the K-STEAM Classification, as well as by on-site staff from the Digital Fabrication Association and its executive producer. These sessions shared insights directly from the forefront of STEAM education, capturing the attention of many education professionals.

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  Students presenting their classroom projects

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  Curriculum begins with learning to use digital tools and advances to creating personalized projects

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  Booklet titled Three Years of the K-STEAM Classification focused on interviews with students and teachers

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  Examples of student projects created during class

Making the BD series more accessible with a new academic package

Roland DG also gave presentations on the BD Series of flatbed UV printers. The booth drew interest not only from education professionals but also from a wide range of visitors. With increased awareness through repeated participation in the event, we received positive feedback such as one teacher, who previously implemented our UV printer, expressing interest in introducing a BD flatbed at their new school.

Responding to requests from educational institutions for a comprehensive solution, Roland DG launched the Academic Package this year, specifically targeting Japanese customers. This bundle includes essential components for operating a UV printer, such as a first-step guide, jigs, and materials, along with a three-year warranty. By making it easier for schools to plan their budgets, the package lowers the barrier to implementation and has helped expand our potential customer base.

In addition, the newly released BD-12, launched in Japan on March 27, offers a larger A4-size print area compared to the BD-8. This expanded printing capability has been well received, with some visitors expressing interest in combining it with existing tools such as laser engravers.

In recent years, “creativity” has become increasingly important in education. Roland DG remains committed to expanding learning possibilities through the creativity and excitement built into its products and will continue to enhance its lineup and support systems moving forward.

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  Showcasing examples of UV printer applications across various industries

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  BD-8 demonstrations by students and on-site staff at the school’s digital fabrication workshop

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  Diverse classroom applications included acrylic stands

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  Examples of controller-based design workshops were also presented