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“Don’t Leave Home Without It!” Compiled and Edited by Paul R. White
Screen (USA) — Booth #3802 About Screen Screen (USA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyoto, Japan-based Dainippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd., is a leading supplier of systems and components for the graphic arts industry. From its centrally located headquarters facility outside Chicago, Screen (USA) provides complete sales, parts and service through sales representatives and dealer networks in principal geographic areas. Its diverse line of integrated products includes workflow management solutions, thermal platesetters, imagesetters, digital printing systems, flatbed scanners, hybrid AM/FM screening technology, color proofing applications and digital asset management software. Screen technology benefits commercial printers, packaging printers, newspaper publishers, trade shops, in-plants and service bureaus in every state, plus Canada and all of Latin America. A Comprehensive Portfolio of New and Recently Introduced Thermal CTP Platesetters, Printing Equipment and Workflow Solutions Will Greet Booth Visitors Platesetters Several PlateRite series thermal CTP platesetters will be featured. These include the latest models from the PlateRite Ultima very large format lineup. The PlateRite 8800II will represent the eight-up CTP family. The PlateRite 6600, a unique platesetter for six-page plate production, makes its Graph Expo debut. Also making its Graph Expo debut is the PlateRite FX870, which applies Screen's customer-proven laser-imaging technology for flexographic printing. Trueflow Trueflow 3 version 4.0 leads a long list of new Trueflownet-based workflow solutions in store for booth visitors. Other software introductions include Spekta 2HR, the high-resolution hybrid screening technology that achieves detail comparable to line screens of 650 lpi or higher. In addition, two full-color printing presses make return appearances at the McCormick Place Complex. The Truepress 344 four-color digital offset press and Truepress Jet 520 variable-data inkjet printer offer low operating costs, exceptional performance and high print quality. New products that Screen (USA) will showcase at Graph Expo: PlateRite 6600 The PlateRite 6600 series is a new type of platesetter, providing increased flexibility in plate format support. Capable of imaging intermediate-size plates, from 12 x 14.6 inches to 38.6 x 27 inches, it accommodates the latest generation of six-page web and sheetfed presses. PlateRite 6600E The entry-level PlateRite 6600E has a 32-channel imaging head and produces 18 plates per hour. The faster PlateRite 6600S (64-channel) images 30 plates per hour, ideal for satisfying the throughput requirements of even the most demanding printer. The output capacity of the PlateRite 6600 series can be upgraded at the user facility to meet expanding production needs. Using the same base engine, printers can upgrade from an entry-level manual PlateRite 6600E to a high-productivity, fully automated PlateRite 6600S in the field by simply replacing certain key parts. PlateRite FX870 Label and flexible packaging printers increasingly utilize flexographic presses to manufacture their products. With the PlateRite FX870 - Screen's first flexo CTP device - Screen is helping to improve the package-printing process. The PlateRite FX870 is a high-performance CTP system that supports advanced digital flexo plates up to 34.3 x 29 inches. It enables high-quality printing of labels, flexible packaging, corrugated, carton and security printing. Standout features include enhanced reproducibility of highlighted areas. The PlateRite FX870 is compatible with Screen's specially developed packaging workflow, Packstudio SE. Screen will display the PlateRite FX870 at Graph Expo. It will be commercially available in September. Packstudio SE To provide integral front-end prepress support for the PlateRite FX870, Screen and Artwork Systems collaborated to introduce Packstudio SE for preproduction of packaging materials. Based on the packaging industry standard workflow, Artwork Systems' ArtPro, Packstudio SE offers optimum trapping processing, sophisticated step-and-repeat, CAD system coordination and other essential functions for the preparation of graphics used in label and packaging production. Packstudio SE is fully integrated into the Trueflownet JDF-based operating environment. Spekta 2 HR Spekta 2 HR, the newest solution of the Spekta hybrid screening series, delivers the highest level of detail to date on plates imaged by PlateRite platesetters. Screen developed Spekta 2 HR as an answer for the printer's specific needs when creating high-end brochures and sheetfed-printed materials where uncompromising quality and color are critical. Spekta 2 HR delivers comparable detail to high-frequency lines screens of 650 lpi or higher. Spekta 2 HR screening technology is implemented in the current Spekta 2 package. Spekta 2 makes dot gain adjustments easier because of Screen's exclusive 12-bit screening technology. As with all Spekta solutions, it prevents screen modulation and residual graininess in areas where normal AM screening can't. Spekta 2 improves overall color control by eliminating banding, moirÈ and jagged lines, ensuring smooth, detailed printing reproductions. Trueflow 3 version 4.0 Fast platesetters need the right system to drive them. Screen provides this with Trueflow 3. A powerful workflow management system based on Portable Document Format (PDF) and Job Definition Format (JDF), Trueflow 3 automates prepress production and optimizes CTP output. Screen has released a major upgrade to Trueflow 3, with more functions, options and operational advances. Trueflow 3 version 4.0 incorporates numerous enhancements to boost system performance and operator productivity. Here are just some of the new capabilities:
For more information, please visit Screen's website at www.screenusa.com. STANDARD FINISHING SYSTEMS — Booth #2446 Product Introductions Standard Finishing Systems and Horizon International will announce several significant new products at Graph Expo 06 and leverage automation across the bindery by demonstrating broad JDF interoperability with industry-leading partners. New products include the SB-07 seven-clamp perfect binder, the SPF/FC-200A fully-automated saddlestitcher, and the ColorWorks 5000 bookletmaker for operation in-line to the Xerox DocuColor 5000 digital color press. Standard Finishing Systems will show a comprehensive portfolio of Standard Horizon collators, bookletmakers, saddlestitchers, perfect binders, 3-knife trimmers, cutters, sheet feeders, and folders at Graph Expo. Standard Horizon SB-07 Perfect Binder Standard will launch the new Standard Horizon SB-07 Perfect Binder. Designed for short-to-medium run-length POD and commercial print book markets, the SB-07 seven-clamp binder features automated operation, push-button simplicity, a small footprint, and high-quality production perfect binding of up to 3,200 books per hour. Standard Horizon SPF/FC-200A Standard will also launch the new Standard Horizon SPF/FC-200A fully-automated Bookletmaker, complementing the SpeedVAC 100 Collating System. Designed for commercial printers, in-plant printers, and trade binderies, the SPF/FC-200A includes advanced set-up automation through a user-friendly 10.4” intelligent color touch-screen control console that displays all settings necessary for fully automated set-up. Standard Horizon AFC-566FKT The Standard Horizon AFC-566FKT fully-automated Folder includes advanced set-up automation through a user-friendly 10.4” color touch-screen control panel that displays all common fold formats and sheet sizes for easy selection. The AFC-566FKT is equipped with 6 fold plates, which allow a wide variety of fold patterns, at speeds up to 42,000 sheets per hour. Virtual Both Preview Standard is also inviting Graph Expo attendees to see a virtual preview of their booth and to sign-up for a personalized equipment demonstration by visiting www.sdmc.com/graph06virtual. Screen (USA) — Booth #3802 About Screen Screen (USA), a wholly owned subsidiary of Kyoto, Japan-based Dainippon Screen Manufacturing Co., Ltd., is a leading supplier of systems and components for the graphic arts industry. From its centrally located headquarters facility outside Chicago, Screen (USA) provides complete sales, parts and service through sales representatives and dealer networks in principal geographic areas. Its diverse line of integrated products includes workflow management solutions, thermal platesetters, imagesetters, digital printing systems, flatbed scanners, hybrid AM/FM screening technology, color proofing applications and digital asset management software. Screen technology benefits commercial printers, packaging printers, newspaper publishers, trade shops, in-plants and service bureaus in every state, plus Canada and all of Latin America. A Comprehensive Portfolio of New and Recently Introduced Thermal CTP Platesetters, Printing Equipment and Workflow Solutions Will Greet Booth Visitors Platesetters Several PlateRite series thermal CTP platesetters will be featured. These include the latest models from the PlateRite Ultima very large format lineup. The PlateRite 8800II will represent the eight-up CTP family. The PlateRite 6600, a unique platesetter for six-page plate production, makes its Graph Expo debut. Also making its Graph Expo debut is the PlateRite FX870, which applies Screen's customer-proven laser-imaging technology for flexographic printing. Trueflow Trueflow 3 version 4.0 leads a long list of new Trueflownet-based workflow solutions in store for booth visitors. Other software introductions include Spekta 2HR, the high-resolution hybrid screening technology that achieves detail comparable to line screens of 650 lpi or higher. In addition, two full-color printing presses make return appearances at the McCormick Place Complex. The Truepress 344 four-color digital offset press and Truepress Jet 520 variable-data inkjet printer offer low operating costs, exceptional performance and high print quality. New products that Screen (USA) will showcase at Graph Expo: PlateRite 6600 The PlateRite 6600 series is a new type of platesetter, providing increased flexibility in plate format support. Capable of imaging intermediate-size plates, from 12 x 14.6 inches to 38.6 x 27 inches, it accommodates the latest generation of six-page web and sheetfed presses. PlateRite 6600E The entry-level PlateRite 6600E has a 32-channel imaging head and produces 18 plates per hour. The faster PlateRite 6600S (64-channel) images 30 plates per hour, ideal for satisfying the throughput requirements of even the most demanding printer. The output capacity of the PlateRite 6600 series can be upgraded at the user facility to meet expanding production needs. Using the same base engine, printers can upgrade from an entry-level manual PlateRite 6600E to a high-productivity, fully automated PlateRite 6600S in the field by simply replacing certain key parts. PlateRite FX870 Label and flexible packaging printers increasingly utilize flexographic presses to manufacture their products. With the PlateRite FX870 - Screen's first flexo CTP device - Screen is helping to improve the package-printing process. The PlateRite FX870 is a high-performance CTP system that supports advanced digital flexo plates up to 34.3 x 29 inches. It enables high-quality printing of labels, flexible packaging, corrugated, carton and security printing. Standout features include enhanced reproducibility of highlighted areas. The PlateRite FX870 is compatible with Screen's specially developed packaging workflow, Packstudio SE. Screen will display the PlateRite FX870 at Graph Expo. It will be commercially available in September. Packstudio SE To provide integral front-end prepress support for the PlateRite FX870, Screen and Artwork Systems collaborated to introduce Packstudio SE for preproduction of packaging materials. Based on the packaging industry standard workflow, Artwork Systems' ArtPro, Packstudio SE offers optimum trapping processing, sophisticated step-and-repeat, CAD system coordination and other essential functions for the preparation of graphics used in label and packaging production. Packstudio SE is fully integrated into the Trueflownet JDF-based operating environment. Spekta 2 HR Spekta 2 HR, the newest solution of the Spekta hybrid screening series, delivers the highest level of detail to date on plates imaged by PlateRite platesetters. Screen developed Spekta 2 HR as an answer for the printer's specific needs when creating high-end brochures and sheetfed-printed materials where uncompromising quality and color are critical. Spekta 2 HR delivers comparable detail to high-frequency lines screens of 650 lpi or higher. Spekta 2 HR screening technology is implemented in the current Spekta 2 package. Spekta 2 makes dot gain adjustments easier because of Screen's exclusive 12-bit screening technology. As with all Spekta solutions, it prevents screen modulation and residual graininess in areas where normal AM screening can't. Spekta 2 improves overall color control by eliminating banding, moirÈ and jagged lines, ensuring smooth, detailed printing reproductions. Trueflow 3 version 4.0 Fast platesetters need the right system to drive them. Screen provides this with Trueflow 3. A powerful workflow management system based on Portable Document Format (PDF) and Job Definition Format (JDF), Trueflow 3 automates prepress production and optimizes CTP output. Screen has released a major upgrade to Trueflow 3, with more functions, options and operational advances. Trueflow 3 version 4.0 incorporates numerous enhancements to boost system performance and operator productivity. Here are just some of the new capabilities:
For more information, please visit Screen's website at www.screenusa.com. STANDARD FINISHING SYSTEMS — Booth #2446 Product Introductions Standard Finishing Systems and Horizon International will announce several significant new products at Graph Expo 06 and leverage automation across the bindery by demonstrating broad JDF interoperability with industry-leading partners. New products include the SB-07 seven-clamp perfect binder, the SPF/FC-200A fully-automated saddlestitcher, and the ColorWorks 5000 bookletmaker for operation in-line to the Xerox DocuColor 5000 digital color press. Standard Finishing Systems will show a comprehensive portfolio of Standard Horizon collators, bookletmakers, saddlestitchers, perfect binders, 3-knife trimmers, cutters, sheet feeders, and folders at Graph Expo. Standard Horizon SB-07 Perfect Binder Standard will launch the new Standard Horizon SB-07 Perfect Binder. Designed for short-to-medium run-length POD and commercial print book markets, the SB-07 seven-clamp binder features automated operation, push-button simplicity, a small footprint, and high-quality production perfect binding of up to 3,200 books per hour. Standard Horizon SPF/FC-200A Standard will also launch the new Standard Horizon SPF/FC-200A fully-automated Bookletmaker, complementing the SpeedVAC 100 Collating System. Designed for commercial printers, in-plant printers, and trade binderies, the SPF/FC-200A includes advanced set-up automation through a user-friendly 10.4” intelligent color touch-screen control console that displays all settings necessary for fully automated set-up. Standard Horizon AFC-566FKT The Standard Horizon AFC-566FKT fully-automated Folder includes advanced set-up automation through a user-friendly 10.4” color touch-screen control panel that displays all common fold formats and sheet sizes for easy selection. The AFC-566FKT is equipped with 6 fold plates, which allow a wide variety of fold patterns, at speeds up to 42,000 sheets per hour. Virtual Both Preview Standard is also inviting Graph Expo attendees to see a virtual preview of their booth and to sign-up for a personalized equipment demonstration by visiting www.sdmc.com/graph06virtual.
TOYO INK offers inks that are specially formulated to achieve the color-critical results needed for many different high-quality applications. At Graph Expo & Converting Expo 2006 TOYO INK America will showcase a comprehensive lineup of newly developed inks and related products for sheetfed and web printing, as well as popular ink series, flexible packaging materials and adhesives. For more information: www.toyoink.com Univenture — Booth #2474 Univenture will showcase its innovative EnvyPak(TM) product line at Graph Expo & Converting Expo. The EnvyPak(TM) product line includes crystal clear bind-in sleeves, envelopes for direct mail, and more. About the Univenture EnvyPak™ Univenture's EnvyPak is the clear choice when the message needs to shine through, providing 100% visibility of the contents. Crystal clear envelopes and mailers offer the ability to create and customize the envelope for direct mail in a variety of cost effective configurations. EnvyPak closure options include permanent and resealable peel and seal closures and are also in compliance with traditional hot-melt automation and adhesive applications. Perforated tear strips are also easily incorporated for no-hassle opening. EnvyPak envelopes meet USPS requirements and specifically comply with UFSM 1000 and AFSM 100 automation criteria. For more information: call (937) 645.4630 www.univenture.com.
About Watkiss Watkiss Automation is committed to providing a range of practical and cost effective finishing solutions for all print finishing environments. Leading technology and innovation enables printers to finish their output on-demand, on-time and on-budget. Watkiss Automation Ltd specializes in providing collating, booklet making and print finishing solutions for both offset litho and digital print operations in the graphic arts, inplant and general commercial printing marketplace. The company operates internationally, selling throughout the world. Watkiss PowerSquare˙200 An innovative new binding machine for digital print applications. it combines the four processes of stitching, folding, spine forming and trimming to produce squareback books up to 200 pages thick. It features fully automatic setting for different book sizes, including variable stitch leg length for varying book thickness. SquareBack books The SquareBack book is now the accepted standard for saddle stitched books, being increasingly specified by print buyers as their preferred finish. They lie flat and are easy to pack, stack and handle. There is no risk of loose pages and you can print on the spine. SquareBack books are produced on the new PowerSquare 200 and on the Watkiss SpineMaster. Digital Print Finishing Solutions Watkiss will be exhibiting the Document Finishing System (DFS), the perfect solution for digital printers needing fast flexible finishing. It is a nearline multi-function finisher which operates as a sheet feeder, cover inserter & booklet-maker for electronically collated sets; or as a standard collator and booklet-maker for batch-printed sets. The DFS features a barcode reader and variable data option. The Watkiss DigiVAC Collating System The Watkiss DigiVAC offers a completely unique concept in collating and booklet-making - non-stop production. The DigiVAC collator can be fitted with online booklet-making systems featuring heavy duty stitch heads or staple heads using pre-formed staples, according to customer requirements. Watkiss Vario Collating and Finishing System The Watkiss Vario is the only truly modular (bin by bin) vertical collator in the world. It is especially well suited to users with custom requirements as they can specify the precise machine configuration to match their particular needs. A full range of ancillary on-line finishing equipment for jogging, stacking, stitching, folding and trimming are available. For more information: www.watkiss.com Xerox Corporation – Booth #1217
Xerox DocuColor® 5000 Digital Press The new 50-ppm Xerox DocuColor® 5000 Digital Press is the first digital color press to address the needs of print operations that have mid-range monthly print volumes and that require more advanced printing features. The press excels at short-run color and variable-information jobs and features exceptional image quality, at 2400 x 2400 dpi resolution, on coated and heavyweight media. Xerox FreeFlow® Digital Workflow Collection Six enhanced tools in Xerox’s FreeFlow® Digital Workflow Collection assist in submitting and buying print jobs online; automate document preparation; streamline production of personalized documents; provide a single point of control for managing digital and offset jobs; simplify job set-up; and help manage equipment for a cost-effective and efficient print operation. Xerox Supplies Portfolio New Polyester Paper, DuraPaper® and Removable Signage from Xerox stretch the notion of what can be created and printed on a digital press. They can produce everything from weather-resistant planter tags, to customized "Do Not Disturb" hotel doorknob signs, to removable window signs that promote sales. The specialty papers can be used on Xerox digital production color and black-and-white presses. Xerox iGen3® 90 Digital Production Press Xerox has expanded its iGen3® Digital Production Press platform with a 90-ppm model, allowing print providers who have lower print volumes to enter the high-end digital printing market with a lower capital investment. Compared to competitive machines, it is faster, more reliable and offers superior paper handling with the same image quality and application flexibility as the Xerox iGen3 110. Xerox Nuvera™ 144 and 144 MX Digital Production Systems The Xerox Nuvera™ 144 and 144 MX Digital Production Systems offer speed (144-ppm), image quality and the ability to handle graphics-intensive jobs. They have the highest resolution of any digital black-and-white production printing system and offer a powerful print controller and advanced finishing options to produce powerful direct-mail pieces, booklets and invoices. New Color Servers for Xerox's DocuColor® 250 Digital Printer/Copier Print providers looking for an entry point into production color printing can now equip Xerox's DocuColor® 250 Digital Printer/Copier with a choice of three professional-class color servers from Xerox, Creo Inc. and EFI. The new color servers produce high-quality color documents with a variety of print control features that fit into existing workflow processes. Xerox DocuTech® 180 Highlight Color System New finishing capabilities — stacking, stitching and tape binding — and custom-blended colors are now available for the Xerox DocuTech 180 Highlight Color System. The system delivers benchmark speed (180 ppm), reliability and image quality, and will enable print providers to produce high-volume publishing jobs such as books, booklets and catalogs, in addition to its ability to create transactional print pieces like invoices and statements. New SmartPress Technology software and Automatic Image Enhancement software for the Xerox iGen3® Digital Production Press Xerox Corporation’s new image quality software for the Xerox iGen3® Digital Production Press provides ultimate color reproduction by improving color consistency in prints, making it easier to know when to reset the press for optimum color performance, and more effectively rendering photos. For more information: www.xerox.com. Xpedx — Booth #3812 Supplies & equipment for creative, prepress, color management, pressroom, finishing/bindery, fulfillment, facility maintenance, packaging and shipping. Come see unique printing techniques from the RYOBI 755, RYOBI DI, and the RYOBI 524GX. For more information: www.xpedx.com.
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