Stage, level and pick the next board
The input table maintains the working stack height while the vacuum system lifts the next rigid panel for delivery.
PRINTING UNITED EXPO 2026 · LAS VEGAS
HP Latex R2000 Series + NEOLT Automatic Feeder & Stacker
A coordinated rigid-media production workflow that automates repetitive board loading, printer delivery, unloading and stacking around the HP Latex R2000 Series.
HP Latex R2000 rigid-media workflow
Automatic board pickup and loading
Motorized unloading and stacking
Up to 400 kg feeder media load
Demonstrated at PRINTING United 2026
Demonstration
HP + NEOLT rigid-media automation
Event
PRINTING United Expo 2026
Location
Las Vegas Convention Center
HP Booth
C1715 · September 23-25, 2026
Live production proof
See the automated R2000 workflow in action
At PRINTING United Expo 2026, NEOLT and HP demonstrated how automation can move repetitive rigid-panel handling away from the operator and into a coordinated production cell.
HP Latex R2000 Series with NEOLT automatic feeder and stacker, demonstrated at PRINTING United Expo 2026.
Automate the handling around the print engine
Turn repetitive board movement into a coordinated production workflow
The HP Latex R2000 handles the printing. The NEOLT system manages the repetitive rigid-panel movement around it, from stack pickup and printer delivery through output ejection and organized stacking.
NEOLT describes the R2000 configuration as an automatic loading and unloading system for rigid panels. The loader uses vacuum suction cups with independent motion control, while the stacker uses pneumatic motorized rollers for controlled panel ejection. Automatic leveling keeps the working stack aligned as material is consumed or collected.
Rigid-panel staging
Vacuum pickup
Controlled printer delivery
Motorized unloading
Automatic stacking
Production sequence
From staged board stack to organized finished output
The automation can be understood as three connected production movements: load the board, move it through the R2000 print path, then unload and build the finished stack.
Deliver the panel into the R2000 workflow
The selected sheet is moved into position for the printer so repetitive manual board placement is reduced.
Unload and build the finished stack
After printing, motorized handling supports controlled ejection and collection of completed boards for the next production step.
System components
Automation built around the material path
Each part of the system addresses a specific handling step so the printer can remain the center of a more continuous rigid-media production process.
Automatic loading table
Supports the incoming stack and maintains the working pickup position as material is consumed.
Vacuum pickup system
Ten standard suction cups provide controlled sheet pickup in the published HP R2000 configuration.
Printer delivery
Moves the selected panel toward the R2000 for a repeatable handoff into the printing process.
Motorized unloading
Pneumatic motorized rollers support smooth panel ejection after printing.
Automatic stacking table
Collects printed panels and maintains stack height as finished output accumulates.
Application-specific layout
NEOLT describes the platform as customizable around panel sizes, formats and production-floor requirements.
HP Latex R2000 Plus
A 98-inch rigid and flexible production platform
HP positions the Latex R2000 Plus for sustained rigid-media production with a vacuum belt, assisted loading, advanced queuing and support for both rigid and roll-fed applications.
| Rigid media width | Up to 98 in / 2.5 m |
|---|---|
| Maximum media thickness | Up to 2 in / 50.8 mm |
| Indoor production | 463 ft²/hr / 43 m²/hr, approximately 14 boards/hr in HP's published mode |
| Outdoor mode | 926 ft²/hr / 86 m²/hr, with HP citing up to 28 outdoor 4 x 8 ft boards/hr |
| Print resolution | Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi |
| Ink system | Water-based HP Latex inks with white ink capability |
| Rigid-media handling | Flatbed and sheet feed with vacuum belt media drive |
NEOLT feeder and stacker for HP R2000
Published automation values for the R2000 configuration
NEOLT publishes an R2000-specific technical configuration with automated loading, unloading and stack-height management for rigid panels.
400 kg
Max media load
Published NEOLT R2000 feeder specification.
400 mm
Table excursion
15.7 in vertical table movement.
10
Suction cups
Standard published R2000 configuration.
8 bar
Air supply
300 NL/min published requirement.
220 V
Power supply
50/60 Hz, 16 A, max 3870 W.
Rigid-media applications
Built for the materials common to display, signage and décor production
HP lists a broad rigid-media range for the R2000 Plus. Final feeder and stacker suitability depends on sheet behavior, dimensions, surface condition, weight and the selected production configuration.
Foam boards
Paper foamboard, plastic foamboard and PVC foam used for display and signage work.
Corrugated materials
Plastic corrugated and corrugated board for signs, displays and short-run graphics.
Rigid plastics
Acrylic, polycarbonate, polystyrene and other compatible sheet plastics.
Composite panels
Aluminum composite and other rigid display-panel constructions.
Cardboard
Compressed cardboard and related display or packaging substrates.
Honeycomb board
Lightweight structural sheet used in displays and rigid graphics.
Wood and specialty rigid
HP also lists wood, glass and ceramic among supported rigid substrate types.
High-value applications
Indoor and outdoor signage, décor, POS, displays, prototypes and customized packaging.
Printed output
Production samples from the R2000 automation demonstration
The PRINTING United demonstration paired automated board movement with printed rigid-media samples to show the workflow as a complete production process.
Workflow planning
Plan the automation around the way your shop actually produces
A successful installation considers more than the printer. Media, stack height, floor space, utilities, access and downstream movement all shape the final configuration.
Panel dimensions
Review the sizes, thicknesses and formats that make up the real production mix.
Media behavior
Confirm sheet flatness, surface condition, pickup characteristics and stack consistency.
Input and output volume
Match stack capacity and handling cadence to typical job lengths and production priorities.
Floor space
Allow for the feeder, printer, stacker, service access and safe operator movement.
Compressed air
Plan around the published 8 bar, 300 NL/min requirement for the R2000 automation configuration.
Electrical service
Account for the feeder/stacker supply as well as the printer and supporting production equipment.
Printer access
Preserve service, maintenance and emergency access around the complete cell.
Downstream handling
Consider how completed stacks move into finishing, packing, staging or the next production process.
More demonstration video
Additional views of the automated production cell
Short show-floor clips provide additional views of board movement, printer interaction and the feeder/stacker arrangement.
NEOLT Factory and HP Latex R Series automation on the PRINTING United show floor.
Feeding and stacking automation demonstrated with the HP Latex R2000 production platform.
PRINTING United 2026 gallery
HP Latex R2000 + NEOLT automation from the show floor
Additional views document the complete installation, equipment arrangement and rigid-media production workflow shown in Las Vegas.
Primary technical resources
Review the printer and automation specifications
Use the source material below for detailed printer specifications, NEOLT system information and event context.
HP datasheet
HP Latex R2000 Plus Printer
Technical specifications for print modes, media handling, dimensions, ink system, applications and operating requirements.
Open the HP PDF
NEOLT Factory
Automatic feeder and stacker for HP R2000
NEOLT's product page for automatic loading and unloading of rigid panels, including the R2000-specific technical configuration.
View NEOLT system details
Event record
PRINTING United Expo 2026
Official event information for the September 23-25, 2026 Expo at the Las Vegas Convention Center.
Visit PRINTING UnitedFrequently asked questions
HP Latex R2000 + NEOLT automation FAQ
What does the NEOLT feeder and stacker automate?
It automates key rigid-panel handling steps around the printer, including stack-height management, vacuum pickup, printer delivery, output ejection and finished-board stacking.
Is the system compatible with the HP Latex R2000?
Yes. NEOLT's current rigid-panel automation page specifically identifies compatibility with the HP R2000 and publishes an R2000 technical configuration.
How are rigid panels picked up?
The loading system uses a vacuum suction-cup unit with independent motion control. NEOLT lists 10 standard suction cups for the published HP R2000 configuration.
What is the published maximum media load?
NEOLT lists a maximum media load of 400 kg for the HP R2000 feeder configuration, together with a 400 mm table excursion.
What utilities are required for the NEOLT automation?
NEOLT publishes an air requirement of 8 bar at 300 NL/min and a 220 V, 50/60 Hz, 16 A electrical supply with a maximum listed power of 3870 W for the R2000 configuration.
What rigid materials can the HP Latex R2000 print?
HP lists rigid materials including foamboard, PVC foam, plastic corrugated, acrylic, polycarbonate, polystyrene, cardboard, corrugated board, honeycomb board, aluminum composite, wood, glass and ceramic. Automation suitability should be confirmed for the actual sheet size, weight and surface behavior.
Does automation remove all operator involvement?
No. The system reduces repetitive manual board handling, but operators still manage job preparation, media staging, printer operation, quality control, maintenance, safety and downstream production tasks.
Can the system be adapted to a production floor?
NEOLT describes the platform as customizable based on panel sizes, formats and production layout. Floor space, utilities, service clearances and material flow should be reviewed before final configuration.
Intelligent handling. Maximum performance.
Make the R2000 production cell more productive by automating the handling around it
For high-volume rigid-media environments, the value is not only how fast the printer can print. It is how consistently material can be staged, loaded, transferred, unloaded and prepared for the next step.
Specifications shown are based on current published HP and NEOLT source material for the HP Latex R2000 Plus and NEOLT's HP R2000 feeder/stacker configuration. Final integration should be confirmed for the intended media, production layout and installation environment.