28.09.2007
 Speedmaster with Anicolor displayed in Tokyo
 Heidelberg has displayed the Speedmaster SM 52 ten-color press with perfecting device and Anicolor inking unit at IGAS 2007, in Tokyo. The press combines the benefits of simultaneous printing on both sides of the sheet with all the advantages of Anicolor - up to 90 percent reduction in startup waste combined with quality and consistent inking. Depending on the print motif, the press is ready for production after only 40 sheets. The press is thus ideal for short runs with frequent job changes. Heidelberg introduced the new Anicolor inking unit technology on a Speedmaster SM 52 four-color press at Ipex 06. This technology allows the advantages of offset printing to be harnessed for very short runs as well as longer runs. The major plus point of the Speedmaster SM 52 with Anicolor inking unit lies in the fact that it employs the tried-and-tested Alcolor continuous dampening system and therefore uses commercially available printing plates.
28.09.2007
ArabicXT for Mac just released
 ArabicXT XTension for Macintosh is XChange International’s latest adition to the portfolio. ArabicXT 7.0 allows users to publish in Arabic and to create designs for both print and electronic media. Using ArabicXT 7.0 in conjunction with QuarkXPress, anyone can learn to create bi-directional page layouts, producing professional Arabic and Latin publications without an Arabic operating system. ArabicXT can also be used with QuarkXPress Passport, the multi-lingual version of QuarkXPress, which allows users to justify, hyphenate and spell check text in 11 languages, including International English, U.S English, French, Spanish, Swiss, German, Italian, Danish, Dutch, Swedish and Norwegian. ArabicXT also includes 46 high-quality Arabic fonts with 10 additional free fonts provided upon product registration.
27.09.2007
Xaar printheads now in Caslon
 FFEI has signed a partnership agreement with Xaar for the supply of the Xaar 1001 printhead. The piezoelectric printhead will be used in the new Caslon industrial inkjet device, jointly developed by FFEI and Nilpeter. Calson’s compact ink delivery system provides improvements to image accuracy, print flexibility and job personalization. Caslon uses the Xaar 1001 in a FFEI head configuration with FFEI software and an UV pre-dry print solution. The end result is fast, on-demand delivery of high quality print on a wide variety of substrates. Using 4-colour process UV inkjet technology, Caslon has its world premiere during Labelexpo Europe 2007 in Brussels. The first commercially available product will be in 330mm (13”) and 420mm (16”) web widths, with 508mm (20”) and 559mm (22”) available later. With FFEI’s superior capabilities in software, Caslon can address data rates of a high-speed solution along with the additional development to ensure compatibility with substrates.
27.09.2007
The power of VDP
 Increased orders of 25 percent; response rates up to 30 percent; customer retention of 47 percent: these are some of the facts reported by users of variable data printing (VDP) in a new book, “Taste is Personal, Success is Personalized” published by HP. Designed to demonstrate to agencies and enterprises how using VDP for direct mail and customized collateral increases marketing effectiveness, the personalized book draws together statistical evidence and the experiences of a dozen leading practitioners of personalized marketing. Each copy of the book can be personalized with the recipient’s name in the text and pictures, or the book can tailored for a specific event. The book is available in both A5 and A4 formats, with a laminated cover and personalized letter. As well as case studies, the book includes an introduction and overview to the changes in marketing practice, from Jean-Pierre Jeannet, professor of global strategy and marketing, IMD Institute. HP will also use the book at its ‘Up Close and Personalised’ events that will take place in India and China later this year – two emerging markets with enormous potential for variable data print.
26.09.2007
Lexmark introduces new wireless printers
 Lexmark introduced three full-featured wireless all-in-one (AIO) printers. With the addition of the new Lexmark X6570, the Lexmark X7550 and the Lexmark X4850, Lexmark’s new wireless AIO line delivers solutions to meet the rigorous demands of SOHO professionals. “Lexmark’s new all-in-ones deliver business-class productivity with the added advantages of wireless to help busy professionals get more done quickly, easily and affordably,” said Marcus Harvey, Director, Consumer Printer Division. Wireless AIOs can boost productivity for SOHO professionals by allowing them to print wirelessly from anywhere within range of their wireless network. Wireless AIOs also allow multiple computer users to share the same wireless printer, eliminating the need for multiple devices. With Lexmark’s new AIO printers, not only can users print wirelessly, but they can scan, fax and access media card slots wirelessly as well.
26.09.2007
Ipex South Asia set to go
 Ipex South Asia, the Indian counterpart of the international printing show Ipex, that is held every four years in Birmingham, UK, is all set to be held at the India Expo Center Expo XXI in Greater Noida from 24th to 27th October 2007. The exhibition strongly supported by AIFMP (All India Federation of Master Printers), already has over 165 Indian and International players participating with many more in the pipeline. Almost all of the major brands, including Canon, Xerox, HP, Esko-Graphics, Tharstern, Efi, Pitney Bowes and Kern have confirmed their presence. Océ and Proteck are the recent additions in the Ipex South Asia's power exhibitor's list. Exhibitors at Ipex South Asia 2007 will represent all aspects of the graphic arts process, including pre-press, press manufacture (including digital presses, newspaper presses), post-press, converting and packaging, consumables and used machinery. They will represent countries from around the world including the UK, Germany, Belgium, Russia, Singapore, USA, UAE and China amongst others.
25.09.2007
Leaf on pan-European road show
 Leaf has started a pan-European road show to demonstrate a fully functional version of the new Leaf AFi - a next-generation, medium-format digital camera aimed at professional photographers. Previewed as a prototype at Photokina, the Leaf AFi is now ready for live demonstrations to selected audiences. The road shows will begin in the UK and travel across Europe to Russia. The Leaf AFi distinguishes itself by offering high speed, up to 70 images per minute, combined with a very large, ergonomically design screen and body. The result is a camera that combines leading technologies into one package. Designed and developed with input from the world’s leading photographers, the Leaf AFi incorporates the latest Schneider AutoFocus Digital (AFD) lenses. These lenses have been specifically created for use with 30+ MP digital camera backs - offering optimal focus while making the best use of high-resolution CCD sensors.
25.09.2007
EMAP now working on Dalim
 Rival Colour is implementing Dalim workflow service on EMAP. The design and production teams on six EMAP weekly, bi-weekly and monthly titles have been trained by Rival Colour to access online and use its Dalim Software workflow, file management and proofing services. "As we partner with publishers to develop bespoke production workflows, Dalim Software and Turning Point Innovation have worked closely with us to develop and personalize software specifically for us. They have always been there for us and that is critically important," says Rival IT director Anthony O'Brien.
24.09.2007
MAN Roland Nordic boosts market position
 Northern Europe is becoming more and more interested in MAN Roland presses. Hitting big in the print markets of Northern Europe is the ROLAND 700 Next Generation with the models HiPrint and DirectDrive. With more than ten presses ordered since its introduction at the beginning of the year, this press generation meets exactly the 3B format requirements in the Nordic countries. Counting also the ROLAND 200, ROLAND 500 and ROLAND 900 series, Nordic printers this year to date have invested in about 20 presses from Offenbach.
24.09.2007
For Sustainable Green Printing
 PIA/GATF has joined with the Specialty Graphic Imaging Association (SGIA) and the Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) to form one central location for information on sustainable, “green” printing activities.
Recently within the printing industry, the importance placed on the level of a company’s “environmental friendliness” has increased dramatically. Many printers are facing a growing number of inquiries regarding sustainable printing practices, and according to a recent survey conducted by PIA/GATF, over 90 percent of printers believe that their customers will require “green” printing in the future. In an effort to assist the printing community in this push for sustainability, PIA/GATF and its partners have established the Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP Partnership).
The SGP Partnership is comprised of volunteer print leaders and other key players from each of the three associations. Sustainability is defined as the method of using a natural resource so that it is not depleted or permanently damaged. When looking at sustainability within the printing industry, there are three key elements to consider: the product, the process, and the support system surrounding them. The first involves the materials used to create the product (ink, paper, adhesives, etc.). The second refers to the manufacturing process, and the third includes the building, energy consumption, employees, and other supporting activities, such as solid waste removal and transportation. All of these elements are important when determining a printer’s overall environmental impact.
22.09.2007
Touch Me – It’s Print
 For the first time, the United Print Chain – a cooperation between the paper, publishing, printing and postal industries, along with the association of direct marketers – has created an European campaign, PrintSells.
This campaign will re-emphasize the benefits of print-based communication to brand, marketing, communications, and advertising managers. Supported through fascinating facts, figures, and case studies, this campaign illustrates how print brings a brand’s presence more power,credibility, and versatility.
21.09.2007
Second HP in 18 Months
 Baker Self-Adhesive Labels has installed its second HP Indigo ws4500 just 18 months after it installed its first.
“Our year-on-year turnover from August 2006 to August 2007 increased by 10 percent and digital printing was the largest contributor to this growth,” said Steve Baker, managing director, Baker Labels. “We can now offer cost-effective variable data print and this has helped to broaden our solutions portfolio.”
Baker Labels currently has a large trade customer base due to its extensive range of services that other printers cannot offer. Since installing its first HP Indigo press, the company has been able to take on work from printers who do not have digital capabilities and now with its increased capacity for digital printing, this market can be expanded further.
21.09.2007
Six finishing systems to Quad/Graphics
 Quad/Graphics will add six new Goss finishing systems at various facilities in the next 12 months. The order includes new-generation Pacesetter 2500 saddlestitchers which deliver up to 25,000 books per hour and Universalbinder adhesive binders.
“We are investing continuously in finishing operations to give our customers the fastest and most efficient technology available as well as unique opportunities to add value to their printed products,” explains Bill Graushar, vice president of finishing at Quad/Graphics. “The new Pacesetter model runs faster and is easier to operate,” according to Graushar. He notes that being able to interchange independently-driven hoppers quickly will present valuable makeready advantages. “Instead of reconfiguring fixed-position hoppers according to the sequence of each new job, we will be able to reposition hoppers that have already been set up for a specific type of signature, product or gimmick.”
Quad/Graphics is the largest privately owned printing company in North America. The company has 10 web offset and gravure production facilities throughout the United States and annual revenues of more than $2 billion.
20.09.2007
Major upgrade to Switch product line
 Gradual Software released Switch 07, a major upgrade to the complete Switch product line. The upgrade features substantial user experience improvements, extends built-in automation capabilities and provides support for automating many additional third-party vendor applications. Switch 07 is a payable upgrade for existing customers.
“The SWITCH products have been installed in hundreds of companies over the last year,” says Peter Camps, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Gradual Software. “Our users provided us with valuable feedback on their additional requirements and we’re very pleased to provide an answer for them with SWITCH 07.”
20.09.2007
New coding solutions at Tabexpo
 Domino is exhibiting its laser and ink jet coding solutions designed for the tobacco sector at TAPEXPO 2007. Domino will be demonstrating the capabilities of its new DSL plus 30W high speed scribing laser and DPX extraction unit. Also on the stand will be the A-Series Pinpoint, which will present the application of ink jet technology to print fine character coding directly onto packs.
Commenting on Domino’s line up of coding and marking solutions for the Tobacco industry at TABEXPO 2007, James Cutforth, Global Account Manager at Domino said, “With the growing global threat of counterfeiting and the need for increased security and traceability within the production and supply chain, tobacco manufacturers are facing ever-increasing pressures to secure and identify their products.”
19.09.2007
EskoArtwork installs 1000th Cyrel DI
 EskoArtwork announced that the 1000th Cyrel® Digital Imager (CDI) has been shipped and installed at German based Scholler GmbH & Co KG in Nuremberg, a member of Matthews International.
Since its introduction as the world’s first digital imager for flexo plates at Drupa in 1995, over 70% of all flexo digital imagers sold globally are CDIs. “We are proud that the CDI has helped flexography to develop into a significant printing technology — not just in cost but also in quality. And we see plenty of room for growth in digital flexo. Only 20% of platemaking facilities worldwide are digital, and the demand for flexo related packaging is growing due to significant increases in quality, reliability and consistency,” says Jürgen Andresen, EskoArtwork Vice President Flexo Business. “Brand owners and converters specifically ask for digital flexo because of the enhanced print quality, increased productivity and consistent results from plate run to plate run, all of which help reduce time to market.”
19.09.2007
European printers seek glory in Boston
 The seven gold prize winners from Europe and the Middle East at this year's Sappi European Printers of the Year awards in Athens are now preparing to compete for global recognition at the 2007 Sappi International Printers of the Year competition to be held in Boston, USA, on Friday 12 October.
Their projects will be judged by an independent panel of experts together with gold winning projects from Sappi regional competitions in North America, Central and South America, Asia, Australasia and Africa in each of nine award categories. Last year, six European printers took home a coveted Sappi 'Elephant' trophy.
The European printers in contention this year are Graphische Betriebe Eberl, Germany (Annual Reports); Drukkerij Matthys, Belgium (Books); Fontegrafica, Italy (Brochures, General Print and Printers' Own Promotion); Kal Press, Israel (Calendars); Grafiche SIZ, Italy (Catalogues); EuroFlex, The Netherlands (Packaging and Labels); and Druckpartner Druck- und Medienhaus, Germany (Magazines).
In conjunction with the 2008 awards, Sappi is again running its 'Be There' contest. Printers are asked to estimate the number of projects received, attach the document to their completed entry form and submit it together with their printed pieces. The printer whose estimate is exactly or closest to the actual number of entries received will be invited to the gala awards ceremony. Last year's 'Be There' winner was Belgian printer VCP in Bruges.
18.09.2007
Epson’s and GMG proof system
 Epson has been working with GMG to create a means for printing various levels of proofs with accurate, consistent, and wide gamut color. The result is the new GMG ColorProof 4.5.
If the user decides to save a spot color as a calibrated set, it will reproduce very closely on any calibrated printer of the same printer family. Sharpening for proofing profiles, with a number of options including unsharp masking for amount, radius, and threshold. Missing dot simulation of gravure printing processes. Press profile parameters of frequency, intensity (size), and start and end of dot percent can be edited.
The GMG ColorProof 4.5 supports the Epson Stylus Pro 4880, 7880, 9880, and 11880 printers, which use the new Epson UltraChrome K3 ink with Vivid Magenta technology for image quality and color gamut, along with Epson's original Micro Piezo print heads.
18.09.2007
Xerox closes deal with NHS
 The North West Collaborative Procurement Hub (NWCPH) has signed a contract with Xerox for a five-year printing and document management service project. The project is central to NWCPH’s requirement of balancing the needs of patient care with local accountability and marks the second deal of this kind between Xerox and the NHS. Xerox will manage the entire document-related output of each Trust, providing reduction of waste and unnecessary print expenses. It is estimated that NWCPH will accrue cost savings in the region of £5.5 million.
The service includes the management and provision of Direct and Indirect Print requirements. Direct Print services cover core office functions such as printing, copying, faxing, scanning, storage and retrieval of administrative documents and research papers. Indirect Print activities consist of sourcing litho printing and providing digital print services.
18.09.2007
Stora goes for folded trays
 Stora Enso is promoting the new Trayforma Special, a carton that has been developed for folded trays. It provides lots of printable surfaces to use for branding and product information, and contains chemi-thermomechanical pulp for additional stiffness and bulk. White PET coating makes the board suitable for microwaves and conventional ovens and preserves the board’s pure white look after cooking. “Thanks to its smooth surface, the new board quality gives more brilliance to the print. The board also performs very well in die cutting,” says Christian Lorenz from the printing house Masterpack. “Our targets were to improve the strength of the package and to ensure good runnability in high-speed automatic packaging lines. The package must stand freezing as well as heating. Purity and good taint and odour properties of the board are equally important as the product must pass through our stringent quality control,” says Michael Pauls, owner of Prima, a company that has adopted the new product.
18.09.2007
Nokia buys mobile advertising business
 Nokia and Enpocket have entered into a definitive agreement for Nokia to acquire Enpocket (www.enpocket.com). Enpocket is a global leader in mobile advertising; providing technology and services that allow brands to plan, create, execute, measure and optimize mobile advertising campaigns around the world. By acquiring Enpocket, Nokia will accelerate the scaling of its mobile advertising business, leveraging Enpocket's platform and strong partnerships with advertisers, publishers and operators. In addition to key assets, through this transaction Nokia is gaining a team with strong expertise in global mobile advertising across disciplines. The agreement is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to close in the fourth quarter of 2007.
17.09.2007
HP buys ColorSpan
 HP has signed a definitive agreement to acquire MacDermid ColorSpan Inc., a manufacturer of wide-format digital inkjet printers.
Based in Minnetonka, MacDermid ColorSpan is a key supplier to sign shop franchises, quick printers and other small to midsize sign-making and screen-printing businesses.
The acquisition extends HP’s presence into the sign shop and quick-printing market as well as its position as a one-stop partner for print service providers. In particular, HP plans to provide lower-cost platforms and UV technologies to print service providers that are expanding into outdoor applications and more industrial workloads.
The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Upon completion of the acquisition, MacDermid ColorSpan will be integrated into the Graphic Arts organization within the Imaging and Printing Group of HP.
17.09.2007
International Paper earns certification
 International Paper (NYSE: IP) has announced that its U.S. pulp and paper mills and container plants are now third-party certified to ensure their products are made from sustainable wood fiber. The moves are part of the company's commitment to forest stewardship and providing customers a broad range of products made from renewable resources.
"Customers have choices in today's marketplace," said John Faraci, International Paper chairman and chief executive. "We want our customers to know we are committed to making high-quality paper and packaging from sustainable sources. Independent, third-party certification is an important step in demonstrating that commitment."
To further expand its sustainable product offerings and provide customers with more certification options, International Paper will also pursue Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) chain-of-custody certification. These are the latest in a long history of commitments by International Paper to ensure the continuing health of the world's forests.
17.09.2007
Apple Sells One Millionth iPhone
 Apple today announced it sold its one millionth iPhone. It combines three devices into one—a mobile phone, a widescreen iPod, and a mobile Internet device—all based on Apple’s multi-touch interface and software that allows users to control iPhone with just a tap, flick or pinch of their fingers.
Apple ignited the personal computer revolution in the 1970s with the Apple II and reinvented the personal computer in the 1980s with the Macintosh.
17.09.2007
A mouse with 1GB for storage
 Microsoft Hardware is taking mobile computing to a new level with the Microsoft Mobile Memory Mouse 8000, the industry’s first rechargeable notebook mouse with 1 GB of flash memory built right into the transceiver. Designed to prevent Universal Serial Bus (USB) port shortage, the single transceiver is a three-in-one tool that lets users simultaneously work wirelessly, save important files with 1 GB of storage and recharge the mouse without deficiency in performance — all through one USB port.
“With the continued rise in notebook sales, there is a huge demand for smart peripherals that help mobile users get their work done more efficiently, and the Mobile Memory Mouse 8000 combines three key tools into one stylish device,” said Matt Barlow, worldwide director of marketing and partner development at Microsoft Hardware. “Over the past 25 years Microsoft Hardware has consistently raised the bar of innovation, and adding a gigabyte of memory to the mouse transceiver is truly a computing milestone. We’ve packed more memory into the transceiver than an entire computer had 25 years ago.”
15.09.2007
Pantone Goe creates serious problems?
 Managing director and trend watcher VIGC (Flemish Innovation Center for Graphic Communication) Eddy Hagen has looked into the newly launched Pantone Goe system and has spoken to Pantone Inc. at Graph Expo in Chicago. “Although the new Pantone Goe system offers some nice features, especially the color communication using Lab, there are some serious issues in terms of design and documentation. We want to warn users of possible pitfalls when applying Pantone Goe.” comments Eddy Hagen. “We sent out an open letter to Pantone and notification to our members but find it important enough to share this with other users in the market.”
These are the main problem areas VIGC has detected: standard Pantone CMYK conversions problematic and apparently Pantone does not clearly identify which RGB color space (sRGB, AdobeRGB) is used for the RGB-values next to patches in the new Goe color guide.
Eddy Hagen concludes: “We hope Pantone will correct these problems as soon as possible as it will create serious headaches with printers, brand owners and prepress specialists.”
15.09.2007
Printnet workflow enhanced
 MAN Roland will present its printnet workflow solution with extensive enhanced functions at the IfraExpo to be held in Vienna from 8 to 11 October 2007. The end-to-end printnet workflow ranges from edition planning through ad pagination and page assembly to plate production and press control.
The printnet ad workflow has been enhanced significantly. The ad management system AdMan has been enhanced to incorporate a large number of new features: whether enhanced filter and export options or enhanced integration (e.g. with IS-M/AM C and Asura Pro), AdMan leaves no wish unfulfilled. With the new AdMan module WebLink it is now even possible to integrate third-party typesetting agencies in the automated production process. AdMan is also breaking new ground in enabling customers to review and approve their display ads. This can be done easily and interactively on the web with AdCept. Both publishers and ad customers benefit from more transparent and faster order processing.
14.09.2007
New bundle for print and color
 Alwan has announced at GraphExpo that IDEALink Curve and Alwan CMYK Optimizer will become available in a single package. This means that G7™ proof and press calibration will be within reach of the majority of, if not all, prepress and print providers.
“IDEALink Curve and Alwan CMYK Optimizer together remove the technical, cost, and resource barriers that have prevented so many prepress and
print companies from competing on a fair playing field in terms of production quality,” says Dianne Kennedy, Vice President Media Technologies for IDEAlliance, the 200-member strong industry association and a center of influence for the industry. “By combining products designed specifically to make G7 proof and press calibration as easy and affordable as possible; prepress and press professionals will be able to achieve printing and proofing consistency easily and at very low cost.”
14.09.2007
New GMG driver for HP Z3100
 GMG announces it has released a GMG ColorProof driver for the HP DesignJet Z3100 printer. In doing so, users can take advantage of all the benefits of an internal spectrophotometer, along with an expanded color gamut.
The HP DesignJet Z3100 digital inkjet printer is designed to create proofs with twelve color units: light versions of CMYK, traditional CMYK, RGB, a light black (grey) and a gloss enhancer. With these twelve units and the GMG ColorProof system, the user is able to print a wider gamut of colors than the traditional four-color system. For example, spot color, Hexachrome and Opaltone color gamuts are reproduced much truer.
"The HP DesignJet Z2100 printer was very significant when introduced a year ago. With its internal spectrophotometer, it allowed GMG to provide some extremely easy to use systems for novice users," comments Robert Weihing, Managing Director of GMG. "Now, with the HP DesignJet Z3100, GMG is able to provide the same user-friendly features, along with an extended color gamut, to reproduce special colors."
14.09.2007
Blogging beyond the printed word
 Ifra has launched a new weblog for the Ifra Beyond the Printed Word conference to accompany this largest event for the newspaper industry with focus on digital media as a platform for discussions and information. Under the web address www.beyondtheprintedword.blogspot.com, industry and independent contributors can express their views on the event motto “Connecting with the Digital Consumer” and deal with topics relating to digital publishing.
Like the international conference of the same name that will take place on 8 and 9 November 2007 in Dublin (www.ifra.com/beyond), the weblog focuses on the latest innovations and possibilities of the digital era especially for newspapers. The blog, in the English language, comments on news and findings from the Internet, and at the same time offers everyone dealing with online and mobile publishing at media houses who want to keep up with latest developments a forum for sharing ideas and opinions.
14.09.2007
Printelligence for research
 A research consultancy specializing in the UK printed media marketplace has been launched. Evolving from a Knowledge Transfer Partnership between Oxford Brookes University and WEBMART and partially funded by the DTI, Printelligence gathers data from both internal analysis of organizations and external analysis of the marketplace to provide research to the print industry. Launched at the Intergraf’s Annual Conference of Directors, PRiNTELLIGENCE™ was unveiled to the directors of the print industry associations of 13 attending European countries.
WEBMART provides Printelligence with a database of €5.6 billion worth of print estimates. Managing director Simon Biltcliffe says: “Printelligence provides a platform from which to plot historical pricing levels but also to continue mapping this information to enable those in the print marketplace – both buyers and suppliers – to have access to an up to date market position. For the first time, credible research will be available through cutting edge analysis.”
Initially available as a research and consultancy service to suppliers in the print industry, Printelligence can undertake market research, pricing benchmarking studies, marketing analysis as well as client specific bespoke research.
Research director Nicolas Virtsonis adds: “Printelligence will become the first port of call for those wanting a greater and more informed understanding of the print marketplace. We are very excited with what we will be able to do with this information.”
13.09.2007
Re-organization to improve profit
 Stora Enso is reorganising its operations from the current four divisions into eight separate business areas: Fine Paper, Merchants, Consumer Board, Industrial Packaging, Magazine Paper, Newsprint, North America and Wood Products.
"The main objectives of the reorganization are to give business area leaders and their teams clear responsibility for improving financial performance, remove layers of management and to speed up decision-making. These changes will also improve our external transparency through enhanced reporting. The new structure will further focus the portfolio analysis work and facilitate scalability for the future, strengthening Stora Enso's position with regard to potential industry consolidation," says Stora Enso CEO Jouko Karvinen.
The new organisational structure is effective immediately. Financial reporting in the third quarter results to be published on 25 October 2007 will be based on the new eight business areas. Historical figures based on the new business areas will be reported separately by 15 October 2007.
13.09.2007
DirectSmile and Objectif Lune join forces
 DirectSmile and Objectif Lune have completed full integration between DirectSmile image personalization software and PrintShop Mail variable data printing software. The integration and connectivity of both applications will allow users to design and produce fully customized direct mail pieces with image personalization in one seamless workflow combining the capabilities of both DirectSmile and PrintShop Mail.
This completely integrated offering eliminates the hassles of working with separate independent software and allows for quicker production and reduced time to market. Features include the ability to preview all personalized images directly in the PrintShop Mail document layout, the automatic export of images and databases from DirectSmile to PrintShop Mail and automatic recognition of PrintShop Mail, when installing DirectSmile.
12.09.2007
Atlantic Press orders second Goss
 Insert printing specialist Atlantic Press has ordered its second Goss C550 insert press for its Bedford Park facility, Illinois, to meet increased demand for advertising products. The new press will be installed in early 2008 and is expected to increase production capacity at the company by 33 percent.
The four-unit C550 press will feature Goss DigiRail digital inking, with 36 adjustable ink zones across the 50-inch web width. The press will also be the first Goss insert press fully equipped with Goss Contiweb auxiliary components, including automatic reel loading, a Contiweb FD flying paster with integrated infeed, and an Ecocool dryer with integrated chill rolls and afterburner.
“Our first C550 press has met and, in many areas, exceeded expectations, so making plans for expansion was easy: buy a second one,” explains Larry McInerney, vice president of Atlantic Press. “In our opinion, Goss C-series presses and folders continue to set insert industry standards, and the simplified operation, high print quality, speed and around-the-clock reliability of the C550 has given us some clear competitive advantages.”
12.09.2007
Sun Chemical’s novelties at LabelExpo
 Sun Chemical plans to announce a significant development in digital label production as well as an innovation for the UV flexo market at LabelExpo 2007 in Brussels from September 26-29.
The Solaris product line includes high performance inks and customized solutions that make labels stand out by being specially formulated to meet the needs of customers. These inks can be paired with coatings that add effects such as gloss, matt and chemical resistance. The full lineup includes products for virtually all narrow web-printing processes, including UV flexo; water-based flexo; screen whites and colours; letterpress and lithography.
Felipe Mellado, corporate vice-president, Sun Chemical Europe, said: “We will be revealing a number of unique and innovative products specifically designed for the narrow-web market at LabelExpo 2007. These exciting new technologies open up new opportunities for printers. They also keep Sun Chemical at the forefront of the industry and represent our long-term commitment to the sector.”
11.09.2007
Kodak collects “Great Moments in Print”
 History books have recorded the major milestones in the advancement of print, from early block printing in China to Gutenberg’s first movable type press in the mid 1400s. During Graph Expo 2007, Kodak will welcome online submissions about the great achievements in print from big events across the globe to important hometown occurrences.
Beginning September 9, people from all over the world will be able to submit suggestions by clicking on a special icon at the www.PrintAmbassador.com homepage. “We’ll welcome information about events and individuals that are well known in history,” said Jeff Hayzlett, Chief Marketing Officer, Kodak’s Graphic Communications Group. “What we’re also looking for are the stories that have escaped attention so far—the great people and families who’ve built successful print businesses around the world, or the incredible print projects that set new standards for quality or customization.”
At the conclusion of the show, Kodak will create a special online tribute to the Great Moments in Print submitted during Graph Expo.
11.09.2007
FESPA goes to Spain
 FESPA, in partnership with Spanish AEDES, is running a FESPA Business Conference on Thursday 15th November 2007 in Madrid, Spain.
The content is designed to provide delegates with information, ideas and inspiration to improve their business performance and help them ensure their future success. The programme will include: real life case studies; using technology to deliver real marketing value; the Importance of Innovation and the Future of Imaging.Explaining the choice of Spain as the territory in which to pilot the Business Conference concept, Marcus Timson continues: “Spain is an incredibly important and fast-growing market and, according to AEDES, there is a distinct need for this event. This new conference responds to demand from Spanish printers to enhance their business performance in an ever more competitive environment.”
The long-term intention is for FESPA Business Conferences to be held around Europe in partnership with FESPA member national associations, with adapted content to enrich this learning experience in the context of each national market.
11.09.2007
Design: driving innovation
 Registrations for "design: driving innovations" are open and the deadline is November 16, 2007.
"Design: driving innovation", the special exhibition at CeBIT from March 4 to 9, 2008 at the Hannover Exhibition Center, is a place for initial encounters with things, technologies, procedures and people.
This special display is open to companies, designers, architects, universities and associations interested in presenting their future-oriented solutions and ideas to a broad, international CeBIT audience.
11.09.2007
Presstek DI for the mail industry
 Presstek announced that the adoption of print services by the mail industry has created a new market opportunity for the company and presents an increased area of growth for Presstek's Direct Imaging (DI®) digital offset product line into multiple print and mail facilities.
Mail houses are looking for ways to differentiate their services, and this has created a new opportunity for easy-to-use DI presses, that are highly automated, reducing both the skill level and the amount of labor required for press operators.
“Presstek is in a strong position to enter into new market segments by delivering superior quality, cost-effective, digital offset printing solutions that are easy to implement and use,” said Todd Chambers, chief marketing officer of Presstek.
10.09.2007
HP Scitex scores with Manchester
 HP Scitex technology has been used to print a giant-sized graphic of the Manchester United football team for its Old Trafford grounds in the UK. The job, comprising a series of window graphics, was awarded to MediaCo.Following a specially commissioned photo shoot with the Manchester United team, the artwork was printed at 336 dpi in six-colours on a clear vision adhesive substrate in just two hours. MediaCo, a large format printing company based in Manchester, then cut the panels and fitted it together like a jigsaw and installed the window graphics, which took a further two days. The unique artwork, measuring 15m x 49m, is on display above the club shop and promotes the team’s latest home kit for the coming season.
MediaCo installed the HP Scitex TJ8300 just three weeks prior to securing the Manchester United job. It has also installed an in-line Fotoba automated cutter, which will help maximise the potential of its HP Scitex printer by further reducing turnaround times. Custom built by Fotoba, the fully automated cutter, which has the ability to cut a full sheet in only 45 seconds, is capable of handling all materials supported by the HP Scitex TJ8300.
10.09.2007
New objectives for the future of print
 On 3-4 September, Intergraf member Directors met at the annual Directors Conference, this year hosted by the British Printing Industries Federation in Stratford upon Avon. The main topic for discussion was the European Commission study on competitiveness of the Graphic Industry. The directors praised the clear identification of the sector’s challenges and acknowledged the specific objectives for sustaining competitiveness of the European Graphic Industry as the way ahead for their member companies across Europe. The directors defined together an action plan to promote and support the European Graphic Industry, reflecting the objectives identified in the study.
Jean-Pierre Haber from the European Commission, who attended the meeting, also welcomed the report as an excellent basis to work out a strategy and common vision for the European Graphic Industry for the next years. He said the European Commission will help the industry with the implementation of an action plan. Whilst to some extent concentrating on the threat from the Far East, and China in particular, the report identified a lack of a shared vision, need for innovation and research as well as improvements of the manufacturing base.
10.09.2007
Silverlight extends support to Linux
 Microsoft released Web Silverlight™ 1.0, a cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering richer user experiences on the Web. In addition, Microsoft will work with Novell Inc. to deliver Silverlight support for Linux, called Moonlight, and based on the project started on mono-project.com.
“Our expectations for compelling, immersive experiences on the Web are increasing daily,” said Ray Ozzie, Microsoft’s chief software architect. “With today’s release of Silverlight 1.0, we’re making it possible for developers and designers to deliver to individuals the kind of high-def experiences they crave by integrating data and services in rich and unique ways. Silverlight will further accelerate the growth in rich interactive applications by giving developers and designers new options for delivering great experiences that span the Web, PC, phone and other devices.”
10.09.2007
Dynagram releases DynaStrip 5.0
 Dynagram is releasing DynaStrip 5.0 at Graph Expo. The addition of Mark Sets and advanced JDF features make imposition faster and easier.
Mark Sets reuse existing DynaStrip individual marks and can be applied to any projects, therefore creating considerable time gains. Mark Sets may be created and applied when using the Dynamo QuickLayout, for an even simpler way of creating complete imposition in just a few clicks. Mark Sets can also be added directly on the light table to the entire job, to any selection of sheets or to a specific pagination sequence.
The interface has been updated to simplify the user experience with the "JDF output" feature. Also, the "JDF output" feature of DynaStrip has passed a JDF certification testing performed by the Printing Industries of America/Graphic Arts Technical Foundation (PIA/GATF), under the rules and standards established by the International Cooperation for the Integration of the Processes in Prepress, Press and Postpress (CIP4) organization.
08.09.2007
20 years of Presstek at Graph Expo 2007
 Presstek announced that it will feature its full line of digital offset solutions and celebrate 20 years of company innovation at Graph Expo 2007 (Booth # 3829), the largest North American printing trade show, Sept. 9-12, 2007, at McCormick Place in Chicago. The company will showcase its chemistry-free digital offset Direct Imaging (DI®) presses and CTP solutions, as well as introduce several enhancements to the Presstek product line.
“Presstek has been advancing printing technologies for more than 20 years, and at Graph Expo, we will demonstrate how our range of products help printers become more capable, profitable and competitive,” said Jeff Jacobson, chief executive officer of Presstek. In addition, Presstek will be showing the Presstek 34DI, Dimension425 Excel and Vector TX52 CTP system. The company will also be introducing and demonstrating the Presstek Momentum Pro workflow system and the Dimension450 Excel-Autoloader CTP system.
08.09.2007
Empowering mobile solutions
 Nokia and Indosat, a telecommunications and information service provider in Indonesia, will offer Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email to its business and consumer customers. The Nokia Intellisync software platform allows Indosat to address a growing and previously untapped market opportunity by focusing on the cost and ease of use of mobile email and personal information management (PIM). The service, an enhancement of an existing service, labelled under Indosat's mobile office brand, I- Mofis, is available immediately.
"The Nokia Intellisync solution offers the best platform to help us in bringing mobile office solutions including mobile email service to the mass market," said Guntur Siboro, Marketing Director of Indosat. "The impressive device support, ease of use and robust platform for future mobility services allows us to offer the best all-around email experience for our customers in this market."
The new service, based on Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email, is the latest addition to Indosat's I- Mofis service and further enables Indosat's business customers to extend their critical company resources, systems and processes in real-time, wherever employees happen to be.
Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email is part of Nokia Intellisync Mobile Suite that provides access to collaboration tools such as email, contacts, calendar, device management and synchronisation of file and data and enterprise applications. Nokia Intellisync Wireless Email works on multiple groupware environments - ISP, Microsoft Exchange, Lotus Notes or Groupwise and can run on virtually any kind of device platform - Symbian, Windows or Pocket PC.
07.09.2007
Trainees start career at MAN Roland
 In September 2007, over 100 trainees will get their start at MAN Roland’s production locations in Germany.
While in recent years a position as an industrial clerk topped the list of career favorites for young people, this year the interest has shifted to technical occupations, especially those of certified industrial mechanic and mechatronics engineer.
In September, 30 apprentices will begin their training at the Offenbach/Mainhausen location where a total of 123 young people are presently going through their training. Here too, mechatronics engineering is the most popular choice. At the Offenbach training center, apprentices receive a very special introduction to working life. In addition, as part of an integrated training, apprentices from regional companies receive basic vocational training or modules specified by their placement company at MAN Roland’s training centers.
07.09.2007
Neolt SuperJet-M UV at Viscom France
 Neolt, Italy-headquartered manufacturer of print finishing equipment and large-format printers , said that the SuperJet-M 2050 UV printer will be on show at the Viscom France later this month.Neolt's French distribution partner Delmar Arts Graphiques will dedicate a large section of their booth to the SuperJet-M, expecting to attract a large number of interested customers as happened before at the FESPA in Berlin earlier this year. The SuperJet-M will also be exhibited at the Sign Madrid trade show (18-20 Oct 2007).
07.09.2007
Markzware ships ID2Q
 On the heels of its latest release, Markzware is offering InDesign To QuarkXPress (ID2Q v3). This latest version enables users to convert Adobe InDesign v5 (CS3) files into QuarkXPress documents, as well as having universal binary support for the Intel based Macintosh.
“It's clear to me that we will be working with two page layout applications for many years to come. Markzware's ID2Q and Q2ID are essential when you need to convert documents between the two - in fact, they're the first truly essential new tools of this "bilingual" era.”, Jay Nelson, editor & publisher of Design Tools Monthly.
ID2Q is an XTension that converts Adobe InDesign files (v1.5 through 5.x) into QuarkXPress v6.x or 7.x documents with incredible ease. The conversion result includes elements of the documents such as object positions, colors, fonts, text attributes, images, etc. ID2Q also converts cross-platform files; for instance, converting Windows InDesign files to Mac QuarkXPress and vice versa.
07.09.2007
Körber PaperLink has new Finance Director
 As of September 1, 2007, Stephan Seifert (40) joined Körber PaperLink GmbH, Hamburg, Germany as Managing Director Finance and Controlling.Stephan Seifert worked the last seven years at GEA Group, headquartered in Bochum, Germany. His latest positions were Managing Director/CFO of one of the group’s companies and Directeur Général of one of their French subsidiary companies. Stephan Seifert holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of Duisburg, Germany, and an MBA from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, USA.
Körber PaperLink is a supplier of system solutions for the Paper, Tissue and Absorbent Hygiene industries and belongs to the international Körber Group.
06.09.2007
New brand protection techniques unveiled
 Jura JSP, a company located in Vienna, and the German firm WEILBURGER Graphics have agreed to cooperate on the development of new security processes for the print industry. Under the name TWIN-ICI, and on the basis of market demands, the two companies have developed a novel security element which could revolutionize print production in the field of brand protection.
TWIN-ICI is a combination of ICI technology (Invisible Constant Information) and innovative UV-active coatings and printing-inks. Thanks to the further technological development of the ICI process developed at Jura JSP, together with the coatings in the SENOSAFE® series, specially produced by WEILBURGER Graphics for this purpose and coordinated with one another in terms of their technical properties, TWIN-ICI, which is completely invisible in normal light conditions, can be used not only on non-printed areas but also on solid colours or half-tones. This gives brand owners the greatest possible freedom in their design, since the security elements are not incorporated until after completion of the design process. This means that thanks to the TWIN-ICI process the simple yet effective adaptation of existing packaging or label designs presents just as few problems as the implementation of new ones.
Both companies are active members of PrintCity, an alliance of businesses in the global printing, packaging and publishing markets.
06.09.2007
Magno’s consistency intensified
 Consistency, whatever the weight and surface, is the theme of Sappi's latest promotional campaign for its Magno range of premium woodfree coated sheets.
"We have continued to build on Magno's reputation for consistency and reliability across the grammage range by improving the surface quality of our board weights, so printers, designers and end users only need to use one brand to match text and cover for their uniquely special job," says Magno Business Manager Margaret Baker. "A significant investment at our Maastricht mill has improved the base formation of our boards, so Magno now offers improved visual appearance, runnability and printability from 90 through to 400g/m2."
The 'Consistency Intensified' campaign is being spearheaded by a new brochure, which features the two surfaces Magno Star and Magno Satin. For each quality, it compares the three key areas of CIE whiteness, ink setting and surface quality across the grammage range against those of four leading competitive coated woodfree papers. The results clearly indicate that Magno consistently performs at the highest level. The brochure also contains printed samples, with Magno Star on one side and Magno Satin on the other, in 100, 135, 170, 250 and 350g/m2 'waterfalls'. The vibrant, shiny green image of the tropical plant printed on Magno Star highlights the intense colour and crisp detail that can be achieved with this quality, while the silky, soft image on Magno Satin shows this paper's smooth reproduction and texture.
06.09.2007
ACCHSH opens training center in Warsaw
 In the second quarter of this year ACCHSH opened its Warsaw-based training and presentation center, which enables the company’s customers and partners to become more familiar with the applications based on the PuzzleFlow workflow system. The next training sessions and workshops in this new center are scheduled for September.
The type of training (lectures, presentations) is mostly determined by the topic, but each one must include workshops during which the participants discuss the practical use of their knowledge. The subjects of training and workshops include: normalization, preflight, proofing, certification, jobs optimizing, PDF versions, PDF/X, PJTF, JDF, page geometry, transparencies and overprint, color management, fonts and images. The training is conducted by the professional experts from ACCHSH and special guests invited to present particular subjects.
06.09.2007
New President and CEO for KBA North America
 KBA named Holger Garbrecht as president and CEO of KBA North America, replacing Ralf Sammeck, who has been promoted to executive vice president of worldwide sheetfed sales and member of the Management Board for KBA.
“I look forward to taking over this dynamic company that is now a combination of both sheetfed and web sales and service in North America,” said Garbrecht. “KBA North America is the unparalleled technology leader in printing presses. The firm continues to introduce groundbreaking press designs and the largest range of presses for printers of any size. I’m proud to be part of a high-growth, customer-centric company. Following in Ralf’s footsteps will be exciting since he has guided the firm to new heights since his appointment as president and CEO in October 2002.”
05.09.2007
Heidelberg goes for remote service
 Heidelberg is equipping all its Computer-to-Plate (CtP) systems, both the Suprasetter and Prosetter families, with Internet-based Remote Service functions.
"Customer demand for intelligent, online-based services is growing all the time, which is not surprising given the clear benefits this Heidelberg solution offers as an overarching technology. While rapid reaction times help boost machine availability, the drop in service callouts drives down costs," explains Bernhard Steinel, Senior Vice President Service at Heidelberg, neatly summing up how Remote Services benefit users.
The security of the Internet-based Heidelberg Remote Service linkup has been certified repeatedly by the independent company TÜViT GmbH, most recently in May 2007.
05.09.2007
Argentineans protest against pulp mill
 There are Argentinean protests going on against a pulp mill that they claim will polute the Uruguay River, which separates both countries. They took the fight across the river, after two years of protests, but were met outside the plant by the security. Argentina and Uruguay are in a legal battle, because Argentina says Uruguay has unilaterally approved the project. The pulp mill is the biggest foreign investment in Uruguay, and belongs to Botnia.
05.09.2007
Presstek Extends Open House Series
 Presstek is extending the road show schedule for its series of open house events. These events provide printing industry professionals with information on how they can make their businesses more capable, profitable and competitive through the adoption of digital offset printing technology.
Dave Wells, Director of Tartan Hedgehog Printing Services in Foots Cray, Kent., attended a Presstek open house at Harmondsworth to consider the Presstek 34DI as a potential solution to help produce a wider range of print applications. "The open house sold the 34DI press to us. We brought a disc of our work with us and within 10 minutes the first job was running on press. The other big advantage of going to an open house is that Presstek’s demonstrators are trained printers. Because they understand our business, they can give advice to answer all our questions."
05.09.2007
Romaco demonstrates its Sterile Processing
 Romaco FrymaKoruma will be exhibiting a unit from its portfolio of vacuum processors for liquids and semi-solids production at AAPS 2007 in San Diego. Part of a range incorporating models for batch sizes up to 4000 liters, the Dinex Lab is ideal for formulation development and scale-up applications.
The Dinex is a high-end system for the production of suspensions, creams, emulsions and gels across a wide viscosity range. The system is particularly suited to complex formulations, thanks to its homogenization system. This operates on the proven rotor-stator system but with the added benefit of axial adjustment of the stator, which allows regulation of the shear force exerted on the product. When the stator is placed in the shearing zone, the machine produces perfect dispersing with good pumping characteristics. When the stator is placed outside the dispersing zone, the machine offers excellent pumping characteristics at a lower shear force, process parameters that are ideal for sensitive products.
04.09.2007
Educate, Enthuse, Inspire
 FESPA is leading a new campaign to promote screen printing’s capability to enhance marketing communications with remarkable special effects.
Targeted at printers, print buyers, designers and marketers, the Sensations initiative will receive its official Indian launch at the forthcoming FESPA World Expo India exhibition, which takes place at the Pragati Maidan in New Delhi from 7th to 9th December 2007.
The main vehicle for the campaign is the lavishly-illustrated FESPA ‘Sensations’ book, which is the joint production of screen printers in the UK and mainland Europe. The book features 23 special effect inks applied in a number of ways to a collection of high-quality designs, creating the most comprehensive single-volume showcase of the arresting, inspirational and stunning effects that screen printing can deliver. The inks employed range from luminescent to tactile, glitter to mirror, and heat-sensitive to scented, and contribute to
a breathtaking demonstration of screen printing’s capacity to create dynamic special effects.
04.09.2007
HP releases Print 2.0
 HP introduced a new web-based printing services, an expanded portfolio of printers and imaging products, and a host of alliances and relationships that serve the growing markets outlined in the company’s Print 2.0 strategy. In conjunction with the announcements, the company unveiled a $300 million global marketing campaign, called “What do you have to say?,” that enables users to mash up their content with free, exclusive content from singer/fashion designer Gwen Stefani, Burton Snowboards founder Jake Burton and celebrated graphic designer Paula Scher.
HP’s Print 2.0 strategy focuses on three areas: delivering a next-generation digital printing platform that increases print speeds and lowers the cost of printing for high-volume commercial markets; making it easier to print from the web; and extending HP’s digital content creation and publishing platforms across all customer segments.
“Today we’re igniting growth across every single part of our business and introducing market-leading imaging and printing solutions for consumers, small and medium businesses, the graphic arts community and enterprise customers,” said Vyomesh Joshi, executive vice president, Imaging and Printing Group, HP. “With Print 2.0, we’re leveraging the power of the web as a gateway for our customers to communicate, collaborate and publish their content in ways they could not before.”
04.09.2007
Epson and ONYX strengthen alliance
 Epson launched a new 11880 Epson Stylus Pro aqueous printer for the print-for-pay market. The new 11880 Epson Stylus Pro and 4880, 7880, and 9880 Epson Stylus Pro models are supported by ONYX workflow technology delivering out-of-the-box software solutions for the indoor and outdoor signage market within the large-format inkjet printing industry.
"This alliance between Epson and ONYX has allowed us to combine our newly developed Epson Stylus Pro printers with ONYX workflow software products in order to address the diversifying needs of print-for-pay users in the best possible way," comments Hiroshi Sotokawa, General Manager of Epson's Inkjet Business Product Planning Department. "I'm confident that this new combination of technologies will set a new standard for signage."
04.09.2007
Crossroads for publishing automation
 Gradual unveiled Crossroads, a communication platform that offers automation products for publishing workflows. The objective is to present users with solid information on solutions that combine products from various vendors, in cooperation with those vendors and with the user community at large. Crossroads will take a concrete presence in a variety of ways, such as a web site and a user forum, and it will also be present at selected trade shows and industry events.
“It is no longer possible to automate workflows from end-to-end by installing software from a single vendor,” states Peter Camps, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Gradual Software. “Combining products from multiple vendors allows selecting best-of-breed technology, yet also raises concerns about interoperability. Crossroads offers a more unified view of the final solution and addresses those concerns. Responsibility for each of the products – and for their innovation – remains with the participating vendors.”
03.09.2007
Are books from China a potential health risk?
 The European printing industry has become increasingly concerned about growing imports of children books from non-European countries, and particularly from China. Intergraf wants to raise public awareness about potential risks, and calls for better investigation and controls of the contents in imported printed products.
Recently the public was made aware that some toys, coming from China, were not fulfilling European safety and quality requirements for children products and were therefore recalled by the retailer. In one case, diaries and calendars were also recalled from consumers due to the inks containing lead.
These reports create concern that any children books imported from China could carry similar defects. The findings demonstrated that there is a lack of control of incoming substances and products at European borders. The European legislation on labelling of individual dangerous substances is quite extensive but hardly put together in a comprehensive document applicable to specific finished products.
Children books, particularly those intended for very young children, are often very sophisticated products involving more than the normal printing. In order to stimulate the child’s observation skills, they can include plastic relief printing or decoration containing attractive golden or coloured powder, or liquid. These products will generally be produced by a so called screen printing process, allowing several layers and multiple substrate printing.
03.09.2007
Gidue’s Intelligence at LabelExpo
 In Hall 6, booths H80-H90, the Italian press manufacturer Gidue will display an army of three presses created to respond to every need of the label and packaging converters. Intelligence will be the main theme in the stand.
The Intelligence of Gidue presses means consistency of control on the machine, fast set-up times and low wastage, independently from speed or job changes. Web tension and temperature are digitally controlled (Intelligent Web™), printing and inking pressure are automatically adjusted during operation and superior servo-assisted register and pre-register capabilities (Intelligent Register™) result in trouble-free operation, where all the risks are predictable and thus avoidable. The operator, who becomes a pure press supervisor, is given more time to concentrate on productivity and output quality rather than on basic operations.
The PC-controlled Intelligence, inherent in all latest Gidue presses, can be easily connected to any printing company’s Management Information System. The MIS can send job orders, job planning and additional information directly to the operator through an user-friendly program interface compatible with Microsoft® and Ethernet platforms. The system ensures an interactive and bi-directional communication plus reducing paper order flow and minimizing loss of information.
03.09.2007
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