
Equipment & Materials
The SVA RisoLab is fully equipped for all your Risograph printing, publishing and binding needs. Our state-of-the art facility functions as a zone of both technical experimentation and rigorous investigation into the unlimited graphic possibilities offered by Risograph printing. Our skilled technicians are committed to maintaining a space that is clean, efficient, and orderly, and our equipment is regularly serviced and upgraded. We strive to maintain the highest standards in order to allow our students, faculty, and artists-in-residence a smooth and professional printing experience.

Duplicators and Computers:
- 2 Risograph ME 9450U
- 4 Risograph MF 9450U
- 1 Risograph MZ 1090
- 58 color drums with 28 unique spot colors in two distinct color systems
- 7 PC desktop computers connected to the risographs
- 2 iMac desktop computers for design and prepress work

Other Tech & Tools
- Epson Expressions 11000 XL 12×18 scanner
- Akiles CoilMac Coil Binding Machine
- Martin Yale Paper Folding Machine
- Vevor Manual Paper Creaser
- Bostich brand saddle stapler
- Screbba brand heavy duty large-format saddle stapler
- Dahle brand 12×18 swing arm paper cutter with self-sharpening blade
- Dahle brand 18×20 heavy duty stack paper cutter
- Vintage Paper Jogger

Misc. Tools
- Bone folders
- Coil crimper
- Rulers
- X-Acto knives
- Scissors
- Cutting mats
- Hole puncher
- Scotch tape, Low-tac artist tape
- Book binding thread, needles, awls and wax
- Ohto Gachuck Paper Clipper
Technical Charts & Resources
RISO COLORS 2025 – 2026
Riso Colors 2020-2021: System 1
Riso Colors 2020-2021: System 2