Agfa introduced Eclipse, a “convenient process-free” printing plate for sheet-fed commercial printers that combines all the benefits of process-free technology with effortless printing.
Eclipse eliminates the need for a processor using chemicals, reducing printers’ capex and prepress costs. It, however, distinguishes itself from other process-free plates as this drop-in is just as easy to use as a conventional plate.
“You can see the difference with our latest innovation,” said Iris Bogunovic, product manager Plate & CTP Systems at Agfa. “It eclipses all other process-free plates on the market as it combines superior and stable image contrast with easy handling and clean operations. Several early adopters have confirmed this.”
Epson, on July 8, announced its SureLab SL-D800 commercial photo production printer designed for photo shops.
“This printer is for those who want to expand their printing business, with a wider range of services for their customers, while minimizing environmental impact. It’s ideally suited to photo production busi- nesses, independent photo shops, event photographers, minilabs, copy shops and self-service terminals, as well as businesses that need to print high-quality mixed print jobs
Scodix launched a new software offering to help web-to-print companies to improve their productivity and efficiency through workflow automation.
Available with immediate effect for “all major existing web-to-print workflows”, Scodix Studio W2P integrates digital enhancement to enable web-to-print businesses operating in both the B2B and B2C sectors to “unlock new avenues for profit”.
Enhancement design files are sent to Studio W2P, which automatically processes the data and directs it to a Scodix
Canon Middle East is expanding its series of roll-to- roll large format devices featuring Canon UVgel technology with the introduction of Oce Colorado 1650 printer.
The model introduces a new flexible ink and Océ FLXfinish, meeting the needs of customers wanting increased media versatility to fuel business growth, said a statement from the company.
The new 64” production printer builds on the break- through productivity, output quality and media versatility of the Océ Colorado 1640