KYOCERA Document Solutions
KYOCERA Document Solutions Italia to sponsor " THE GENTLEMAN " exhibition in Milan.
Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands – January 30th, 2026 – Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V., one of the world’s leading document solutions companies, is pleased to announce that Kyocera Document Solutions Italia S.p.A. will sponsor the exhibition THE GENTLEMAN ― Stile e gioielli al maschile, held at the Palazzo Morando museum in Milan from Friday, January 16, 2026, through Sunday, September 27, 2026, a nine-month period, and that decorative pieces printed and produced using our inkjet textile printer "FOREARTH" will be on display. The decorations were printed at the FOREARTH Experience Studio showroom in Milan, where visitors can experience FOREARTH’s concept and performance.
The exhibition reevaluates the historical evolution of male aesthetics and decorative culture, tracing the role of jewellery in shaping men’s style from the 18th century to the present. It presents jewellery not only as ornamentation but also as a symbol of social status and individuality – through goldsmithing, accessories, and other objects – illustrating how the idea of the “gentleman” has been expressed and transformed in each era.
Within the exhibition cases, decorative elements printed by FOREARTH evoke period motifs and enhance the visibility and appeal of the displayed items. Compared with conventional analogue dye-based printing, FOREARTH reduces water usage to virtually zero*1 and significantly lowers CO2 emissions, contributing to a reduced environmental footprint. Its high-resolution printing faithfully reproduces the complex textures and colour nuances found in paintings and historical photographs. The displays are designed so visitors can enjoy a journey from the past to the present, creating a cohesive, immersive experience throughout the venue.
Features of the inkjet textile printer "FOREARTH"
1）Water Free Concept
Because FOREARTH can reduce water usage in textile printing to virtually zero*, it eliminates the need for the large pre- and post-treatment machines and steamers required by conventional dye-based printing, thereby contributing to substantial reductions in energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
2）Creative Free
Proprietary pigment ink realises both soft hand-feel prints and high fastness in a wide range of fabrics. The water-based pigment inks and the pre- and post-treatment solutions have obtained Eco Passport** certification, an international certification program for the safety and environmental impact of textile products.
3）Location Free
Textile printing does not rely on water resources, so it supports optimised production volumes and optimised manufacturing location setting and contributes to the reduction of logistic costs, time, and excess inventories.
As "FOREARTH" dramatically reduces water usage in textile printing to next to zero, it does not require separate facilities, such as steaming and washing, needed in pre- and post-treatment processes of conventional textile printing. This will also contribute to a significant reduction in energy consumption and CO2 emissions.
Furthermore, it achieves a soft texture, maintaining the softness of the fabric that is important in the textile and apparel industries, and enables high-definition printing on a wide range of fabrics such as cotton, silk, polyester, nylon, and blended fabrics.
*FOREARTH has a two-step printing and drying process. No water is used in the printing process based on the concept of "WATER FREE". Kyocera focuses on reducing water usage not only for the printing process but also for the maintenance process. FOREARTH also recycles cleaning water used for the conveyor belt with filters resulting in water consumption per 1kg of fabric reduced to 0.02L (Based on Kyocera research in 2022).
**Eco Passport certification demonstrates that textile products meet testing standards for hazardous substances and guarantees that they are safe and reliable.
Click here for more information about the inkjet textile printer "FOREARTH”.
Overview of the FOREARTH Experience Studio
In April 2025, we opened the FOREARTH Experience Studio in Milan, Italy, a showroom where visitors can experience FOREARTH firsthand. Located in the heart of Milan’s fashion district, the studio offers live demonstrations and sample printing, allowing guests to explore sustainable textile printing.
Facility Name: FOREARTH Experience Studio
Address: Via Monfalcone, 15, 20132 Milano, MI, Italy
Total Floor Area: 410㎡
Contact Information for Visit Reservations and Print Sample Creation Services: info@deu.kyocera.com
About Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V.
Kyocera Document Solutions Europe Management B.V. is a group company of Kyocera Document Solutions Inc., a global leading provider of total document solutions based in Osaka, Japan. The company’s portfolio includes reliable and eco-friendly MFPs and printers, as well as business applications and consultative services which enable customers to optimize and manage their document workflow, reaching new heights of efficiency. With professional expertise and a culture of empathetic partnership, the objective of the company is to help organisations put knowledge to work to drive change.
Kyocera Document Solutions Inc. is a group company of Kyocera Corporation (Kyocera), a leading supplier of industrial and automotive components, semiconductor packages, electronic devices, smart energy systems, printers, copiers, and mobile phones. During the year ended March 31, 2025, the company’s consolidated sales revenue totalled 2 trillion yen (approx. US$13.5 billion*). Kyocera is ranked #1,123 on Forbes magazine’s 2025 “Global 2000” list of the world’s largest publicly traded companies, and has been named among “The World’s 100 Most Sustainably Managed Companies” by The Wall Street Journal.
*Conversion is provided based on TTM as of March 31, 2025