FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 15, 2005

Roland’s Dave Goward Elected to NASMA Board of Directors

IRVINE, CA - Roland DGA Corporation, a leading provider of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters, today announced that Dave Goward has been elected to serve on the Board of Directors for the North American Specialty Printing Manufacturers Association (NASMA).

Mr. Goward's experience in the sign making and graphics industries spans more than 20 years including 11 years at Roland DGA Corp. where he currently serves as the company’s senior vice president and general manager. Roland color products include an award-winning line of wide-format inkjet printers and integrated printer/cutters ranging in size from 30” to 104” in width. Roland inkjets are renowned for their superior quality and reliability, and are supported with custom-engineered RIP software, a complete line of tested, profiled and certified media, and innovative inks such as new ECO-SOL™ MAX, the company's toughest and most advanced eco-solvent ink to date.

Founded in 2004, NASMA is the only trade association dedicated to representing the unique interests of manufacturers throughout the specialty printing industry including providers of equipment and consumables for screen printing, digital imaging, pad printing and other imaging processes. NASMA currently has 30 member organizations across North America including Roland DGA Corp.

“It is exciting to be a part of this dynamic team of industry leaders,” Mr. Goward said. “NASMA is an important organization whose strategic goals and objectives are closely aligned with those of Roland and other technology innovators. I look forward to serving NASMA and to working closely with its members toward the industry’s future growth and advancement.”

“Dave Goward is a significant addition to our Board of Directors," said Harold Johnston, executive director of NASMA. "He brings to NASMA exceptional leadership skills and a unique in-depth perspective on new, evolving digital technologies that are driving the future of the specialty printing industry."

NASMA
The North American Specialty Printing Manufacturers Association (NASMA) was recently created with the overarching goal of promoting the health and growth of the specialty printing industries. NASMA special committees are responsible for defining and achieving specific objectives in the following categories: market metrics and technology assessment; R&D and market development/global leverage; technical development and standards; health and safety; and industrial applications. For more information, visit the NASMA Web site at www.nasmaonline.org.

Roland DGA Corporation
Roland DGA Corporation and affiliated companies are pioneers in the development of innovative digital technology for creative professionals. From its inception as part of world-renowned Roland Music, Roland DGA Corp. has introduced an award-winning product line that continues to set new standards for precision, reliability and performance. Professionals worldwide rely on Roland equipment and personnel everyday in the sign, graphic arts, fine art, photography, engraving and 3D modeling industries.

Headquartered in Irvine, California, Roland DGA Corp. serves as the U.S.-based marketing, distribution and sales arm of Roland DG Corporation of Hamamatsu, Japan. Affiliated companies include Roland US and Roland Audio in Los Angeles, CA; Rodgers Instrument Corporation of Hillsboro, OR; and Edirol Corporation of Seattle, WA. Roland DG Corporation is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Roland DGA is ISO 9001:2000 certified, and Roland DG is ISO-9001:2000 and 14001 certified. Roland’s Color Products Division markets the company’s advanced inkjet technologies in North and South America (except Brazil) through its Authorized Resellers. Major products include the SOLJET™, VersaCAMM® and Hi-Fi JET™ Pro lines of inkjet printers and printer/cutters. Roland’s newly-formed Advanced Solutions Division is responsible for marketing the company’s complete line of vinyl cutters, engravers, 3D scanning and milling devices, and a photo impact printer.

Roland DGA Corporation
15363 Barranca Parkway
Irvine, CA 92618-2216
Phone: 800-542-2307 or 949-727-2100
Fax: 949-727-2112
E-Mail: lweller@rolanddga.com
Website URL: www.rolanddga.com