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PRINT 2005 Show Guide A-E
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Punch Graphix Americas has two brands- Xeikon and basysPrint. Both brands are presented together in the Punch booth. Xeikon provides solutions for the digital printing market and basysPrint provides solutions for the CTP/Prepress market. World’s Largest Plate!- The World’s Largest Plate (124” x 60”) will be on display. basysPrint 742 with in-line processor -Showing a variety of commercial and book publishing applications. basysPrint 1142 - Showing a variety of packaging applications. basysPrint Plate Library viewing station - Showing a variety of plate from different manufacturers, illustrating capabilities of different screening methods. Featured basysPrint workflow Partners -Artwork Systems and Compose. For more information: www.punchgraphix.com New CTP from Kodak- The Magnus 400 4-page CTP device developed by Creo, now a subsidiary of Kodak, uses thermal imaging technology to expose plates for conventional, processless and waterless printing. The Magnus 400 uses a 6-up size drum and the innovative Laser Diode Array imaging head combines with new software for faster throughput, and higher quality imaging. Synapse EyeMedia and Synapse TeamWorks- Creo, now a subsidiary of Kodak, enables print buyers and creative groups to access images stored at the printer’s site via the web with new Synapse® EyeMedia software. This digital asset management system integrates with the Prinergy® workflow management system and the Synapse® InSite Internet portal into prepress for a streamlined content creation and production workflow. Auto-association tracks how images are used and where they’re stored - even when the file name changes. Print buyers can also collaborate online with their creative team, sharing annotated comments. Synapse® TeamWorks provides creative agencies and publishers with efficient project management through a web portal shared with Synapse EyeMedia and Synapse InSite. Unified Workflow- Creo, now a subsidiary of Kodak, features a unified workflow that efficiently achieves the goals of digital and offset printing. Digital Print Connectivity allows the PDF job file to be sent from the Prinergy® or Brisque® prepress workflow systems with JDF control files to a JDF-enabled digital press. Hot folders automate job submission for digital print production. Prinergy 3.0- Creo, now a subsidiary of Kodak, introduces ‘intelligent automation’ in the Prinergy® 3.0 workflow management system. With new Rules-Based Automation, printers can systematically eliminate manual steps in the print process, such as archiving and output processing, to eliminate waste, and reduce costs associated with downtime and manual errors. Prinergy allows the use of advanced logic to automate tasks based on predefined workflow conditions. Prinergy Evo 1.2- From Creo, now a subsidiary of Kodak, the Prinergy® Evo PDF processor version 1.2 delivers even greater automation with fully automated Preps® imposition, a new automated profile-based PDF preflight, new output formats and a new digital blueline construction proofing option for greater flexibility and control in prepress. Prinergy Evo also features additional flexibility and control. Profile Wizard Mio 3.1 color management software- Profile Wizard™ Mio 3.1 color management software will support the Certified Color initiative from Creo, now a subsidiary of Kodak, by improving the quality of monitor and output profiles, including optimized profiles for Xerox® DocuColor® digital presses. This new version offers additional options for advanced creation and editing of any 6-color ICC profiles. PDF Compare and PDF Merge software- Honored with the 2005 GATF InterTech award, PDF Compare and PDF Merge are new Adobe® Acrobat® plug-ins for the Prinergy® and Prinergy Powerpack® workflow systems. Together, these tools provide an automated, reliable and cost-effective way to manage correction cycles in a prepress workflow. New Version! Profile Wizard Digi 2.0 Color Management Software- Profile Wizard Digi color management software, from Creo, a subsidiary of Kodak, now supports the Xerox DocuColor 250 Printer/Copier. This new version of Profile Wizard Digi also supports the GretagMacbeth® Eye-One Pro® spectrophotometer. New Version! Synapse UpFront 4.0 Job Planning Software- Synapse® UpFront® is an intelligent job planning solution that can increase efficiency and decrease costly planning errors. Version 4.0 adds significant enhancements, enhances usability, and includes significant marks enhancements, such as the ability to place a mark relative to pages/gutters and single point mark access from a new marks palette. Creo Inc., a subsidiary of Kodak. For more information: www.creo.com Day International - Booth # 2459 Print ’05 Products Showcase Several innovative products being highlighted are: dayGraphica ™ 5000- A heatset web blanket with the Durazone ™ compressible layer to absorb damage from web breaks and smashes. Durable, long life, holds gauge to maintain consistent print pressure. dayGraphica 5500 - A blanket for directory and insert web printing. Maintains print pressure with stable gauge. Durazone provides stability and great rebound for high-speed printing. Resists piling. Ideal for stochastic screening. dayGraphica 5010 - A heatset web blanket with extraordinary durability and stability. Patented textured surface yields quick release and sharp print. Provides best in quality, sharpness of print, durability and longevity. dayGraphica 8200 Eclipse ™ - The Eclipse represents Day’s latest rubber surface technology formulated for UV ink printing. New EPDM surface resists swelling and embossing. Delivers sharp, consistent dot for excellent print quality. Fewer blanket changes. More press productivity. dayGraphica RM70 ™ - An innovative printing blanket engineered for the MAN Roland REGIOMAN newspaper press. The RM70 c ombines Day’s innovative cylinder and blanket technology to create a blanket that yields faster press speed, better print quality , increased image area and less down-time. Eliminates A-B registration problems. Increases gauge stability. dayGraphica t3000 ™ - This new and improved long-lasting printing sleeve is the result of a collaborative effort between Day International and Goss International. The new format sleeve uses an innovative fiberglass carrier in place of the traditional nickel carrier. Result is more durability and lower production costs - and the savings are passed on to the customer. Engineered for newspaper and commercial printing. Varn Pantheon Optima ™ - A one-step, alcohol-free fountain solution for sheetfed printing with continuous dampening systems. Improves productivity and reduces costs, while maintaining optimum print quality. Provides greater latitude for ink/water balance, better ink lay-down, reduced waste in start-ups and restarts and reduced color variation. Performs exceptionally well on CtP. Compatible with UV, hybrid and conventional inks. Varn Hi-Tech™ Coatings - Range of quality coatings formulated for superior press performance. The Hi-Tech range of finishes includes: high gloss, semi-gloss, lustre, matt; non-skid, silk, sheer, eggshell, patina, satin, neutral, smooth matte and dead matte. L ow VOC, non-flammable, non-polluting and non-toxic. D ries almost instantly. No yellowing. Grease and oil resistant. Rub, marking and block resistant. Varn Apollo ™ 900 Web Conditioner - A web conditioning that replaces anti-static additives and silicones. Eliminate static, marking, and ink smearing. Apollo 900 offers cost and quality advantages that hand-mixed formulas can’t: lower cost because of a smaller dosages and no need to purchase additional additives. Produces less marking. Contains no fillers or waxes that yellow the sheet. Compatible with variable data. Varn Majesta ™ Series - A full range of high quality fountain solutions for large heatset printing applications. The product series is suited for any application and/or dampening system. Formulas include an advanced technology that helps printers gain more profitability: less waste, improved production efficiency, less piling, fewer blanket washes and less color variation. Varn Apollo ™ Series - A full range of silicones, anti-marking solutions and web conditioners formulated for large web printing applications. The series incorporates a proprietary technology that optimizes print performance - requires a reduced dosage and NO additives. Plus added value in the bindery due to less paper curl and optimum static and slip control. Kompac ™ Automatic Dampener - This highly effective dampening system is rapidly becoming the printer’s choice. The Kompac cuts stock waste by fifty percent. Saves on ink and solvents. Provides an automatic ink/water balance. And NEVER requires alcohol. Can yield a return on the purchase investment in 6 months or less. For more information: www.dayintl.com DynaStrip DynaStrip family of imposition solutions is the most complete and advanced on the market. Its user-friendly interface enables users to create jobs and templates easily and modify them on the spot! DynaStrip is key to handling more jobs, improving service levels and client capacity. DynaStrip is the one solution that makes your work flow. DynaStrip automation In a high-volume prepress environment, Automation is a must. With its powerful hot folder feature, it is an efficient application that newspaper and media printers will hanker for. DynaStrip automation automatically indexes files, inserts pages and releases plates to output just as soon as it is filled. DynaStrip fusion Fusion is “versioning”, a time-saving approach to creating several versions of the same document. It enables job customization for different audiences. With just one template, create up to 200 versions! From zoned advertisements to direct marketing publications and multilingual documents, it increases your productivity by eliminating unnecessary costs. INposition When it comes to putting pages together, QuarkXpress® users will not find a better ally than Dynagram‘s powerful Xtension, INpostion®. Compatible with Mac OS X, it features the ability to access native QuarkXpress® files while using Adobe PageMaker® and Acrobat files. Its seamless integration to QuarkXpress® enables last-minute corrections. d/campus Take full advantage of our solutions by enrolling in d/campus, Dynagram’s exclusive training program. From basic training to graduate studies, we will provide in-depth technological knowledge of our solutions. A Dynagram professional will give you the tools to make the grades: our simple training solutions are sought by smart people. For more information: www.dynagram.com Overview PrintShop Mail – Fiery Version - EFI will introduce the latest Atlas PrintShop Mail – Fiery Version, a professional VDP software tool for print service providers deploying Fiery servers. Speedily merging variable database information and delivering top rated printer speed, this powerful solution enables printers to grow their business with the value-added service of variable data printing. Colorproof XF -EFI will feature the new version of Colorproof XF, the industry-acclaimed, highly scalable and versatile client/server-based solution that turns inkjet and laser printers into powerful proofing devices. Combining EFI’s acumen and resources with the proofing expertise behind Best technology, Colorproof XF is ideal for commercial printers of all sizes. Hagen OA -is an enterprise level MIS solution for technology-driven printing operations of all sizes, from mid-sized commercial printers to multi-plant enterprises. Just released, version 8.5 contains a new mailing module, along with many improvements including those to accounts receivables, estimating and integration with EFI add-on products. Logic SQL -combines end-to-end integration of the print production process with a powerful set of data collection tools to streamline business management. The latest update, version 21.0, offers significant customization capabilities along with enhancements to reporting, accounting and purchasing. EFI PSI -is one of the leading MIS systems designed for the growing commercial printer with sheet, web and/or flexo equipment, providing modules for estimating, quoting, job management, shop floor data collection, inventory and purchasing. Version 11.2 includes a browser-based data collection tool, called EFI MyDC, and a new quote module designed for flexo customers. EIS- On display for the first time is EFI’s groundbreaking Executive Information System (EIS), a visual business analysis tool that will provide EFI Print MIS customers with powerful, interactive data analysis that instantly recaps the state-of-the-business. The tool will help improve processes and profits by giving users complete and instant visibility into real-time business information. PrintSmith -EFI PrintSmith is a comprehensive, flexible and feature rich print management information system and the market leading solution for print and copy shops. A preview of version 7.2 will be shown – it has many new features including the addition of an employee time clock to the Tracker module, changes to the management of stock inventory, a tool to generate delivery tickets, and Fiery print controller integration. Prograph -EFI Prograph publication planning software offers powerful, comprehensive planning capabilities including versioning, complex imposition and distribution tools. Version 6.0 has a simplified architecture that makes installations and upgrades easier and faster; a more intuitive user interface; and a brand new Press Optimizer feature that provides computer-aided press planning. Proteus -EFI Proteus is a software system that provides publishing professionals the ability to plan, position, view and set printing press specifications for all advertising and editorial elements of a magazine, newspaper, catalog or other publication. Version 4.7 enables exporting to Adobe InDesign® on Macintosh OS X and Windows 2000 and XP. Auto-Count -EFI Auto-Count is a real-time production counting and machine monitoring tool that reduces waste and improves productivity. The current release, version 21.0, includes multi-language support, a simpler user interface, enhanced integration with the Hagen, Logic and PSI print management systems, and integration with EFI PrintFlow dynamic scheduling. Digital StoreFront -EFI Digital StoreFront, and EFI PrinterSite Exchange for MIS customers, provide a complete, streamlined workflow from the document creator, through the print production environment, to finishing and delivery. New features in version 2.5 include Remote Print Center workflow integration, JDF-based job tickets and visual job ticket wizards, stronger VDP capabilities, and more robust PrintMessenger Drivers. PrinterSite Fulfillment -EFI PrinterSite Fulfillment is a web-based, client-facing module that helps printers streamline inventory management and offer value-added online fulfillment ordering services to customers. Version 3.0 will be on display, which has more VDP and customization options and tighter integration with Hagen OA. For more information: www.efi.com Emtex – Xerox Booth #1228, Kodak Booth #3089 & Bowe Bell+Howell Booth #2073 Emtex VDE- is aunique solution that allows users to modify and enhance business critical print applications and generate electronic output without changing their existing host based application programs. Emtex VDE adds barcodes, merge and split documents, cleanse address and pre-sort mail pieces just before print. Emtex FlexServer- is an advanced, Unix based, output management solution for multi-site enterprises providing; centralized job spool and output management, multi-site workload balancing and DR, centralized job accounting, inbuilt job level tracking and events triggered "alerts". FlexServer integrates with VIP/VDE for an end-to-end, enterprise output management capability. Emtex JESConnect- is an IBM z/OS resident software that enables any print data to be sent to either Emtex VIP or FlexServer. The combination of Emtex JESConnect with VIP provides a highly effective, server based, replacement for IBM’s PSF. With the Emtex RESConnect module, Emtex Option PROM- Print Room Operations Management is an automated data collection, monitoring and command station for medium to large print operations. PROM provides a central server connected to production devices; collecting production, job and activity data from each device plus comprehensive live monitoring, detailed tracking and reporting without affecting daily operation. For more information: www.emtex.com Enovation Graphic Systems, Inc., a Fujifilm Company Booth #8307 PROOFING Fujifilm/Epson Stylus Pro Inkjet Proofers Bringing together Fujifilm’s color expertise color and Epson’s line of inkjet proofers, Enovation is able to offer a full line of Fujifilm/Epson Stylus Pro inkjet devices, including the 4800, 7800 and 9800. With output widths from 17” to 44”, the Fujifilm/Epson Stylus Pro series is the most advanced line of inkjet proofers on the market. Fujifilm FinalProof GxT Digital Halftone Proofer With its extended color gamut and numerous substrates, the FinalProof GxT contract proofer is an excellent choice for printers working in the sheetfed and packaging markets, where the ability to do custom and specialty colors is crucial. Features special donors, including orange, red, blue, green, opaque white and metallic. Fujifilm Glossy and Satin Inkjet Proofing Media Fujifilm introduces its new media for inkjet proofing devices, including both a glossy and a satin finish. The paper is available in a range of widths – from 17” to 44”– to accommodate 2-, 4- and 8-page proofing and is available through Enovation Graphic Systems, Inc. Fujifilm PictroProof II Heralded for its ease-of-use, speed and color representation, PictroProof II is Fujifilm’s laser-exposed, thermal dye-based, two-page contone proofer. Using Fujifilm’s proprietary Thermal Development and Transfer Technology, a laser-diode imaging process, the unit is capable of producing fast, high-quality color results and is a perfect solution for soft and remote proofing. ICS Remote Director 3.1 The latest version of ICS’ award winning monitor-based proofing system, Remote Director 3.1, includes a suite of tools for printers, allowing the software to be easily integrated into any pressroom. Remote Director 3.1 features a pressroom mode, including instant navigation with a pointer and no keyboard requirement. A new compare feature allows users to compare two proofs, pixel by pixel. DIGITAL PRINTING Xerox iGen3 110 Digital Production Press The Xerox iGen3 ä offers new features and a faster print speed, giving printing professionals more flexibility and productivity both in their operations and with the types of jobs they can produce. This new press runs 10-20% faster and delivers superior image quality, increased productivity and the ability to produce several applications, such as full-color books, personalized marketing materials and posters. Xerox DocuColor Series The Xerox DocuColor series includes professional, high-volume color printing machines that streamline the printing process. Thanks to a partnership agreement between Enovation Graphic Systems, Inc. and Xerox Corp., Enovation is able to offer its customers the DocuColor 6060 and 8000. PLATES Fujifilm Brillia Digital Plates The Brillia line of digital plates boasts consistency and reliability and also features Fujifilm’s proprietary MG-MultiGrain technology that provides for outstanding printing efficiency, rich tone reproduction, long press life and simple platemaking. The Brillia series includes the LP-N3, LP-NN2, LP-NV, LH-PJ and LH-PSE plates. Fujifilm PS Plates Fujifilm’s presensitized offset plates lead the world in quality and batch-to-batch consistency, while providing users with optimum performance. The PS-Plate System applies Fujifilm’s proprietary MG-MultiGrain technology, a complex grain structure consisting of primary grains, honeycomb grains and micropores, to an aluminum base. The results are outstanding printing efficiency, rich tone reproduction, a long press life and simple platemaking. SCREENING Fujifilm Co-Res Screening A revolutionary screening software developed by Fujifilm, Co-Res Screening allows CTP customers to print high-screen rulings while using standard output resolutions. As a result, users get increased productivity of high-line screening, and are able to achieve superior reproduction of details in highlight areas. Fujifilm Taffeta Screening Fujifilm has developed a new generation of second order FM screening – Taffeta FM Screening – allowing CTP customers to print projects with enhanced detail and stunning quality. Taffeta incorporates Fujifilm’s Image Intelligence technology, to help printers improve noise issues associated with FM, provide more detailed color reproduction and print with more than four colors without moiré. For more information: www.enovationgraphics.com Overview Founded in 1920, Flint Ink is the largest privately owned printing ink manufacturer in the world. The company offers a comprehensive range of flexographic, sheetfed, web offset, gravure, UV/EB curable, and digital and specialty printing materials and equipment. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI, the corporation is organized into nine segments: North America, Latin America, Asia, India/Pacific, Flint-Schmidt (Europe), Jetrion LLC (digital inks, equipment and integration), Precisia LLC (printed electronics), Progressive Color Media LLC (color management services) and CDR Pigments & Dispersions. Flint Ink operates nearly 100 facilities worldwide, employs approximately 4,400 people, and has sales in excess of USD$1.4 billion. ArrowStarTM Sheetfed Inks -a complete line of world-class performance sheetfed inks for virtually every sheetfed application in the world. ArrowStar products are formulated to perform on all sheetfed presses, and are currently used by packaging and commercial printers throughout the world. The result of a best-in-class product development initiative, the ArrowStar product line offers exceptional, robust performance combined with demonstrated consistency on a diverse range of substrates and presses. ArrowStar products are fast setting and feature wide print operating windows. An All-New UV Sheetfed and Web-Printed Forms Product , the latest in a long history of revolutionary innovation in UV inks from Flint Ink. The new product is designed to enable maximum press speeds on sheetfed and web presses, with maximum cure. Its low tack formulation allows it to perform on a wide range of substrates and presses. In addition, its formula contains environmentally-friendly vegetable oil. ArrowStar inks and the latest in UV ink technology are available directly from Flint Ink, and also through Flint Ink’s distribution partners, Enovation Graphic Systems (U.S.), and Unisource (Canada). ARROWLITH™ UV inks , offering coldset web printers the ability to print brilliant images on coated and supercalendered stocks, broadening their existing capabilities, and increasing pressroom productivity. With ARROWLITH UV inks, coldset web printers can print full-color, high-volume newspaper inserts, Sunday sections, and other special projects in-house. Coldset web printers gain a high-end, lustrous look with the production and environmental benefits of UV inks. ARROWLITH UV inks meet the requirements of the Soy Seal Trademark and are 100 percent free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs). ARROWLITH UV inks are an extension of Flint Ink’s ARROWLITH line of high-performance ink systems for coldset web printing, and are available in four-color process sets and match colors for a variety of printing needs. For more information: www.flintink.com GMC Software Technology Inc. - Booth # 6336 About GMC Software AG GMC Software AG is the leading global provider of open standards document design, composition and production solutions for the service bureau, commercial print, finance, insurance, and utility and telecom industries. The GMC software solutions include PrintNet T for customized promotional, transaction and on-demand document design and production; PrintNet PA for business process automation; WebDesign and WebProof web tools for document design, approval and proofing; and PrintNet Connect for integration and support of enterprise applications and J2EE web services environments. PrintNet software features ease of use and implementation, platform and printer independence, and multi-channel output support. GMC Software AG is headquartered in Switzerland with offices in Europe, the US, Canada, Latin America and Asia. The GMC group of companies is ISO 9001:2000 certified. PrintNet Connect -Web Services for enterprise and web architecture integration GMC’s newly introduced PrintNet Connect web services technology-combined with GMC PrintNet T document composition software and an enterprise Service Oriented Architecture (SOA)-enables companies to achieve greater efficiencies, customer responsiveness and ROI through standards-based work processes for integrating and automating communications, workflow and fulfillment applications. Through PrintNet Connect, users can access the full functionality of PrintNet T, including previewing a PDF, image, or HTML file. The software can define a workflow to perform functions such as automatically sending a proof to the user, and it can balance loads automatically to ensure that jobs submitted are sent to the best available resource. PrintNet Connect enables remote calling of the PrintNet T server, which in turn activates any number of actions and processes related to document production. Communication is defined in terms of XML request / response messages, and XML messages can be received through a SOAP protocol via http request or via J2EE environments such as IBM WebSphere Message One, BEA Weblogic and Microsoft .NET. PrintNet Connect brings together technology and business at the point of need and offers numerous benefits and advantages including: A framework to support the integration of multiple systems into a single architecture. Open standards (.NET, J2EE, XML & others). More effective leveraging of IT assets and improved expenditure planning. Security and control. Scalability for future growth. More control over processes such as change authorizations and product releases. Easier training, better business controls, improved IS, audit and control facilities. On-line XML-enabled network load balancing and communications capabilities ensure consistency and integration into both legacy and Web-based architecture, providing the ability to: Manage documents, records and other information across disparate platforms and systems. Combine all document elements into the production process, regardless of their source. Provide real-time access to all production workflow, including CSR support and online presentment. PrintNet PA- A Process Automation and Transformation Solution PrintNet Process Automation (PA) is a highly flexible and configurable software solution for centralized, enterprise wide process automation and task management. The software uses advanced automation to process and route application data streams to the appropriate output devices, while the software's high performance and processing speed help operations achieve maximum throughput The software is custom configurable to any customer’s production environment, serving as an intelligent gateway between document composition tools such as GMC’s PrintNet T document design and production software, and output systems such as printers, archives, e-mail systems and web servers. This helps companies automate and leverage existing data flow to streamline output management processes for increased efficiency, improved customer service, faster turnaround and reduced costs. A new transformation capability has been added to PrintNet PA, allowing for on-the-fly conversion of common formats to new target formats. Conversion filter capabilities include AFP, MO:DCA, PDF, PCL, SAP GOF, Lotus Notes CDR, XML, SVG, IPDS, Linemode, RTF and major raster formats like TIFF, JPEG, GIF. These capabilities will be demonstrated at Print ’05. PrintNet T- New Design, Workflow, and Production Enhancements Logic Tracking An advanced logic-tracking tool has been added. It can preflight a job and provide a condensed proof file consisting of each unique logic combination, defined in the business rules. This feature can reduce the chance of a logic error making it all the way through proofing and sign-off. Secure Printing Support for Secure Printing has also been added. This feature allows the use of PGP encrypted data files that are de-coded, during production, by PrintNet T. Since decryption is done at the time of use, there is never an unsecured version of the file. This capability vastly improves security and control of confidential client data. Security options for PDF output have also been added. New Features
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PPML Applications GMC Software Technology, Inc. will also demonstrate two PPML applications- Credit Card and Travel Promotion- for the PrintNet T software suite, at the show. For more information about GMC, please visit www.gmc.net . Goss International - Booth #3700 Goss Automatic Transfer technology Automatic Transfer (AT) for Goss Sunday presses allows non-stop web printing. Operators can bring one or more idle printing units on impression while simultaneously taking another unit, or group of units, off impression. The on-the-run transfer reduces waste, operator effort and downtime and earned a 2005 PIA/GATF InterTech™ Technology Award. Goss Pacesetter 1100 Saddlestitcher The Pacesetter 1100 saddlestitcher is designed for high speeds, high net throughputs and advanced product personalization. Servo-driven hoppers provide exceptional versatility and makeready speed, and Goss Omniflex controls allow extensive selective binding and inkjet personalization. Additional features include high-performance Goss stitchers, trimmers, stackers, gripper conveyors and other auxiliaries. For more information: www.gossinternational.com Overview This year at PRINT ’05, Heidelberg’s broad range of prepress, press and postpress solutions will be on display at Booth #1200. Prinect Solutions Center Prinect Prinance 4.5 -For reliable estimating and order management, the Prinect Prinance Print Management System integrates all workflow processes in a print shop. The newest version, Prinect Prinance 4.5, features a JDF integrator, Web extension, remote Request For Quote (RFQ) and on-line ordering. Prinect Printready 2.1 with MetaDimension - The Prinect Printready System with MetaDimension from Heidelberg maximizes the level of automation, integration and local processing in a print shop and sets a new standard for prepress. The newly upgraded version, Prinect Printready 2.1, incorporates improved JDF handling and MIS integration via a new JDF Autogate. Prinect Signa Station 1.5- This new version of Prinect Signa Stations enables fast, reliable and convenient impositioning and sheet assembly. Equipped with an intuitive interface, Prinect Signa Station 1.5 separates the folded and print sheets from each other, ensuring maximum flexibility. It also enables efficient print sheet assignment and multiple one-ups. Plate-On-Demand for Prinect CP 2000 Center - Heidelberg’s new Plate-on-Demand solution will debut at PRINT ’05.The technology enables press operators to remake or replace damaged or defective plates directly from the Prinect CP 2000 Center press console in the pressroom and change the priority of plates being imaged at any time. Minispot TM Color Workflow- The MiniSpot TM color workflow, Heidelberg’s closed-loop color management solution, will be presented for the first time in the United States at PRINT ’05.Used in proof and printing plate control, MiniSpot enables faster reactions to changing printing conditions by adjusting plate curves and ICC profiles for proofing. Prinect Color Solutions- Prinect Color Solutions products coordinate color management to achieve maximum color fidelity throughout the workflow and deliver true-color, cost-effective production. Presetting, measuring, calibration and profiling are integrated into a highly-automated cycle that leads to desired inking results with reduced makeready, especially when changing jobs. Prinect Management Solutions - By integrating business management processes from costing and planning of operating data to invoicing and post-costing into the workflow, Prinect Management Solutions create a virtually transparent workflow leading to cost-effective production. Fast and reliable, the software considerably improves the transparency of job status information. Prinect Production Solutions- Prinect Production Solutions software optimizes the link between individual production areas, decreases makeready for presses and bindery equipment and enhances flexibility. At PRINT, Heidelberg will introduce Printready P, a new gateway to Printready that allows easier adoption of the basic software. Quick Print Solutions Center Quicksetter 300E - The perfect complement to a small format or landscape press, the Quicksetter 300E can image paper, film and polyester plates. Simple in design and compact, the integrated plate processor requires low maintenance and is extremely reliable. This machine will be bundled with a Printmaster QM 46 for display at PRINT. Quickmaster DI ProSpot - The Quickmaster DI with new ProSpot technology offers high print quality coupled with the ability to handle short print runs cost-effectively. In production mode, it reaches up to 10,000 sheets per hour. Short runs of up to 500 sheets are completed in less than 20 minutes, including makeready. Printmaster PM 52-5-P - Ideal for small- and medium-sized commercial printers, the Printmaster PM 52 handles an array of jobs and stocks and features a new automatic inking unit wash-up device. Heidelberg will display a five-color press with fully automated perfector and a two-color version will run in the Carton Craft Supply booth # 234. Printmaster QM 46 - Suited for small-format offset printing, the Printmaster QM 46 handles everything from business cards to A3 (20-inch) posters. The highly automated press features Autoplate, an automatic blanket wash-up device and new SuperBlue delivery drum deliver increased productivity. Printmaster QM 46 with Plus Drive - When upgraded to a Plus drive, Heidelberg’s Printmaster QM 46 can be used for longitudinal perforating and equipped with a numbering unit, which allows users to place up to 32 straight numbering boxes and 16 convex numbering boxes. Stahlfolder TA 52/6/4 - Ideal for short quick printing runs, variable imaging and commercial printing applications, the Stahlfolder TA 52/6/4 is a fully-automated folder. Presented for the first time in the United States at PRINT ’05, the folder reduces makeready and increases productivity while maintaining excellent fold quality. POLAR 66 - The mainstay of smaller shops, the POLAR 66 is a programmable, easy-to-operate cutter designed for quick printers, copy shops and commercial print shops. The POLAR 66 has a direct precision measuring system, sturdy construction and a positioning system with a pulse generator. POLAR 78X- A high-speed cutter for four-up formats, the POLAR 78X cuts almost any kind of material up to 30 and 1/2 inches, including paper, cardstock, paperboard and plastic foil. The machine is easy to operate, rapidly re-equipped and highly efficient, even when working with large quantities. Stahlfolder USA B 20/4/4- Designed for quick and commercial printers, the Stahlfolder USA B 20/4/4 is the fastest folder to set up and changeover in the 20-inch sheet size. The folder is equipped with four zero makeready buckle plates in each section, two slitting blades, two scoring blades and four perforating blades Stitchmaster ST 90 six pocket with cover folder feeder -An entry-level saddlestitcher, the Stitchmaster ST 90 allows users to configure the saddlestitcher to suit their specific needs. At PRINT, the stitcher will have a modular cover folder feeder, which processes covers on their edges to maximize capacity and minimize the potential for marking. Industrial Print Solutions Center Speedmaster CD 74-8-P+L - At PRINT ’05, Heidelberg will debut the eight-color Speedmaster CD 74 with perfector and coater. Designed for high-end industrial and commercial printers, the press runs four-over-four plus coating and allows basic perfecting without limits based on stock thickness or speeds. It also features an innovative sheet travel concept. Speedmaster SM 102-10-P with Perfecting Coating System and CutStar- The 10-color Speedmaster SM 102 is a highly productive press with proven sheet-reversing technology. It prints double-sided five-color jobs in a single pass and allows double-sided four-color printing sealed with an aqueous coat on both sides of the sheet. It comes with an optional CutStar sheeter. Stahlfolder TH 66 6/4/4- The Stahlfolder TH 66 is a buckle-plate folder that offers exceptional folding quality and shorter makeready. Available in widths of 56, 66 and 82 cm, the folder allows applications to be retrofitted for virtually all hardware features to suit individual requirements for easy integration into existing workflows. Stahlfolder KH 82 KZLR- The Stahlfolder KH 82 is a highly productive and economical folding solution that is ideal for signatures. The smaller footprint flexible feeder solution makes the KH folder a true one-operator folder. Typically, the KH folder is equipped with a pallet feeder, further reducing the need for additional staff. Stitchmaster ST 400-8CFF- Designed for gathering, stitching and trimming, the Stitchmaster ST 400 is the first industrial saddlestitcher that adapts to the product. This computerized, fully-automated saddlestitcher meets short turn-around times and delivers higher productivity. On display with conventional commercial feeders and newly developed web feeders at PRINT ‘05. POLAR Cutting System L-R-P-137-T- The POLAR Cutting System L-R-P-137-T is tailored to the operating sequences of commercial print shops and bookbinderies – shops with diverse production requirements and quantities that require continuous use of production capacity. This space-saving system increases job flexibility, optimizes workflow and easily handles short turnaround times. POLAR Autojog / Offline Jogging - Making its North American debut at PRINT ‘05, Heidelberg’s POLAR Autojog mimics human hands to arrange sheets and move on and off skids. Designed for label makers and general commercial printers, Autojog reduces labor, offers consistent flow, streamlines production and increases production capacity. KAMA TS 74-60 HFS Die Cutter - The half-format KAMA automatic die cutter system for job printers, packaging printers and start-up companies in the box industry replaces hand cutters and cylindrical die cutters. The easily-operated machine is ideal for small to medium runs, and creates perfect creasing and cutting quality. Compufold, Compucut, Compustitch Workstation PC- Printers can avoid downtime and reduce makeready with POLAR Compucut and Prinect FCS 100 Compufold/Compustitch software. Cutting, stitcher-setup and folding programs are generated on PCs and transferred to the pertaining equipment, programming the next job while the current one is being executed. Commercial Print Solutions Center Speedmaster SM 52-8-P - The Speedmaster SM 52 is the first press in its format class to be available worldwide with eight printing units, expanding the one-pass productivity in the 2-up format. The highly automated, perfecting press recently increased its maximum production speed to15,000 sheets per hour. Speedmaster SM 74-6-P+LX - Heidelberg’s Speedmaster SM 74 with a new inking and dampening system produces commercial print jobs in the half-size format. Available with two to 10 printing units, perfector and an optional coating unit, the press can be integrated completely into a digital workflow system for highest productivity. Speedmaster SM 52-5+LD with new chamber doctor blade coating unit- Heidelberg will display a five-color Speedmaster SM 52+LD at PRINT ‘05. Equipped with UV interdeck, a new optional chamber doctor blade coating unit and end of press dryers, this press allows printing, coating and die-cutting in a single pass. Stahlfolder TH 82/4 with Speedbander 603 - The Stahlfolder TH 82 delivers the quality and speed that buyers expect of commercial print shops and binderies. This buckle plate folding machine features a 32-inch in-feed, efficient automation components and ergonomic operation. On display with a Stahlfolder Speedbander 603 at PRINT ‘05. Stahlfolder Ti 36 - The Stahlfolder Ti 36 folder enables a wide range of miniature folding applications. The system excels in creating very small folds and is ideal for creating package inserts. Attaching a knife folding unit after either of the two buckle folding stations adds cross fold capabilities. Eurobind 1200Inline- The Eurobind 1200 runs a wide range of products and substrates. The professional four-clamp adhesive binder is simple, easy to operate, and offers maximum convenience with minimal changeover times. On display at PRINT ’05 with a space saving cooling tower and three knife trimmer. POLAR Cutting System 115 XT with BT Bander- The POLAR 115 XT high-speed cutter is combined with a stack lift, automatic jogger, buffer, gripper-loading system, loading and unloading system to form the POLAR Cutting System 115 XT. The equipment features short setup times, a high output and sturdy construction. Packaging Solutions Center Speedmaster XL 105-6+L - The first press in a new “Maximum Performance Class,” Heidelberg’s Speedmaster XL 105 sets the industry standard for fastest makereadies, highest real production speeds and top-level printing quality. The press achieves a maximum speed of 18,000 sheets per hour, enabling cost-effective production of highly industrialized offset jobs. POLAR Fully Automated Cutting System (PACE)- PACE is the industry’s first fully-automated cutting system from POLAR. By automating the loading, jogging, buffering, cutting, gripping, transporting and unloading processes, PACE produces high-quality finished projects with the least amount of human intervention, increases productivity, lowers costs and reduces waste. Dymatrix 106 CSB - Built to deliver first class die-cutting and embossing, the Dymatrix 106 CSB offers high quality, versatility and greater flexibility to multi-purpose commercial printers. The high-speed die-cutter will be revealed to the North American market at PRINT ’05 and will be housed in Heidelberg’s Packaging Solutions center. For more information: www.us.old.heidelberg.com/print05/ KBA North America - Booth #4045 Overview KBA North America is a leading supplier of sheetfed offset and digital presses located in Williston, VT. It is a member of the KBA Group, a leader in the manufacture of sheetfed offset, digital offset web offset, rotogravure directory, security, and newspaper presses. KBA will display the fastest and the largest sheetfed presses ever shown at Print 05. The KBA North America booth will offer the widest array of high quality presses for all types of printers from its Genius 52 twenty-inch press to the super large-format Rapida 205 eighty one-inch press, the world’s largest. Press range from 20 to 56 inches on showfloor. KBA’s 12,000 sq ft booth will be an interactive display for attendees to see the most modern and highly-technological press equipment available. Five of KBA’s newly-engineered and most popular press models will be on site at the booth: The Rapida 105 forty-inch six-color, plus coater-the fastest available forty one-inch sheetfed press with 50+ installations worldwide.
Attendees will be able to see an amazing 40 different jobs being printed at the KBA booth on a variety of substrates, including paper, plastic, and board. Among the jobs being printed include work for Hummel, a Danish-based manufacturer of high-performance sports and leisure wear; Saleen Inc., a manufacturer of high-performance specialty vehicles; STX Lacrosse, a US-based manufacturer of lacrosse sticks; Ford Mustang cars; Vermont-based Ben & Jerry’s ice cream; a joint print job with Flint Ink and Creo displaying stochastic and spotless technology and much more. Rapida 142- KBA will also show the largest press at Print 05, a Rapida 142 – fifty six-inch press. Performa 74 -recently added when KBA acquired Czech press manufacturer Grafitec earlier this year. At Print 05, the Performa press will debut with its new KBA design for the first time. It is designed as an economical entry point for smaller and medium-size businesses active in multicolor commercial printing. The Genius 52 is a 20-inch format press -designed for the short-run color market. It can produce the highest waterless print quality with only two transfer points in less than five minutes. The Genius 52 features one-operator ability, ultra short make ready times of less than 5 minutes from approved-sheet to approved-sheet, a unique ability to print on a wide variety of stock up to 32 pt, its high quality print results and the low startup waste of less than 10 sheets. The 74 Karat 29-inch digital offset press -produces waterless print quality and consistent color on a variety of substrates such as onionskin, board, plastics, and lenticular. The Karat features the unique Gravuflow inking system in combination with a Creo direct imaging system and as a result a quick makeready of around 15 minutes from approved-sheet to approved-sheet, low waste of less than 10 sheets, and ease of use. Software innovations to improve print quality and reduce waste KBA North America also offers many unique innovative features. The new cutting-edge Qualitronic II inline sheet inspection system . Launched at Drupa 2004, the new Qualitronic II inline sheet inspection system cuts waste and flags imperfect sheets. The system utilizes a color camera that is mounted near the delivery area and aimed at the impression cylinder through a narrow slit in the floor plate. During the press run, each printed sheet is scanned at ultra-high resolution. Within this ultra-high resolution, the system can detect even the slightest color deviation, distinguishing over 16 million colors. In addition to segregating imperfect sheets from the run, the Qualitronic II system reduces waste by warning the operator of deviations in the press run, such as fading colors due to lack of ink. The operator is able to react before large quantities of waste sheets accumulate unnecessary costs. The Densitronic S -a combined density and color measuring system for quality control both during and after printing. Unlike any other system available on the market, Densitronic S also permits direct measurements within the image. Deviations from defined target densities, color values and other quality parameters (dot gain, trapping, etc.) are recognized and displayed not only reliably, but also immediately in comparison to hand-held measuring devices. With integration for online control, the density and spectral deviations are converted into corrective adjustments for the individual ink keys. The Densitronic S controls the density and spectral parameters of each sheet by measuring along control strips or directly on the image. For more information: www.kba-usa.com Eastman Kodak Company - Booth #6707 Graphic Communications Group Overview At its booth #6707, Kodak will demonstrate ways to help customers grow their businesses and streamline operations, with technology ranging from digital capture, workflow and proofing to advanced digital printing, offset and hybrid equipment. Kodak is also exhibiting at booth #3089 in the Mailing and Fulfillment Center, demonstrating a fully integrated direct mail/membership card/self-mailer featuring three KODAK VERSAMARK inkjet printing systems. Kodak’s solutions are focused on enabling customers to blend digital and conventional technology to their advantage – to serve their customers, expand their businesses and run their operations more effectively. Visitors to booth #6707 will see innovative solutions and services, demonstrated on the stand as integral parts of real-world workflows for marketing and publishing applications. New Kodak products and services featured include:
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Agfa will be launching innovative prepress solutions developed specifically with the printer’s needs in mind such as a new line of thermal CtP platesetters, software suites, and inkjet technologies as well as a full range of expert services designed to help printers implement their technology decisions quickly and profitably. Located in booths #7900 in the prepress hall and #7559 (Wide Format Pavilion) in the North Hall, Agfa will be showing and demonstrating:
Kodak EMS- Kodak will provide the most flexible and extensive MIS available in the graphic arts industry. The Kodak Enterprise Management Solution (EMS) is designed for commercial and packaging printers. This fully integrated business solution will utilize advanced production planning, integrated quality control, and automated business intelligence to ensure success in changing business environments. 
Those attending Print ’05 will discover that Day International is truly a Brand NewDay. In addition to its trusted line of dayGraphica ™ printing blankets and sleeves, Day is also showcasing a broad range of image transfer products that make up the Day brand portfolio: Varn ™ pressroom chemicals, david M ™ and IPT ™ printing blankets, NDI™ converting services and pressroom supplies, Kompac ™ dampening systems and more.
EFI will announce next-generation Fiery technology, raising the bar on digital printing performance and image quality. With innovative, new graphic arts, production automation and VDP functionality, and expanded integration into the company's entire product portfolio, EFI continues to lead the industry by delivering solutions of tremendous value to end users and partners.
Emtex VIP- is a high performance output management solution providing; centralized production print management, electronic document delivery, real-time data stream transformation, mail-piece level indexed reprints and job accounting. Emtex VIP supports all leading data stream formats including IBM AFP, Xerox LCDS, HP PCL and Adobe PostScript & PDF.