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3)
Spühl: Virtu
– quick and outstanding
 Spühl AG, located in Switzerland, will present its new large
format UV digital printer, the Virtu RS 25/48. The Virtu RS 25/48 is a combination roll, flatbed, and hybrid
printer – all in one. It was equipped with a brand new plate advance system
and now prints multiple user-defined plates consecutively and without delay.
Printing demonstrations will be the highlight of the exhibition. For example,
plates with three panels can be laid edge to edge and printed. This
extraordinary ability enables uninterrupted, continuous printing for large
print jobs and thus saving time. The Virtu RS 25/48
is the perfect solution for any range of formats, for cost-effective short
runs, and for all conceivable marketing applications. Options for rolled and
rigid substrates are vast. Spühl’s Virtu RS 25/48 prints on (nearly) anything, up to a width
of 2.50 m. For those whose needs are greater, Spühl
also offers the Virtu RS 35/48, a digital printing
machine with multiple functions and a print width of 3.50 m.
FESPA
Digital: booth C 100
More
information: www.spuhl.ch
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4)
GCC: White Solution of the GCC StellarJET 183UV
GCC
proudly introduces White Solution, a truly versatile feature of the GCC StellarJET 183UV curable inkjet printer. “More and more
companies provide white ink options on their grand format UV-curable inkjet
printers, but to large format UV-curable inkjet printers with white ink
option are not so common in the marketplace at present. Therefore, the White
Solution is a great advantage for us to differentiate our GCC StellarJET 183UV from others”, stated Sophie Chang,
product marketing manager of GCC. The White Solution can be applied in the
following three primary applications: base, overcoat and spot color. White
Solution as a base is widely used in colored (non-white) or transparent
substrates; moreover, applying the White Solution as an overcoat allows users
to design a two-sided image, viewable through transparent media. Also, users
can apply White Solution as a spot color to highlight and present the most
vibrant graphics. With White Solution, GCC StellarJET
183UV users can easily print a wide range of vivid and rich digital outputs
on any transparent and/or colored (non-white) media, offering possibilities
to create an extensive range of applications.
FESPA
Digital: booth A 60
More
information: www.GCCworld.com
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5)
Gandinnovations: An arsenal of grand format
digital printer
Gandinnovations will be showcasing at FESPA Digital their grand format digital printers portfolio, which includes their UV True Flatbed
models plus their 3 meter RTR and Aquajet printers.
They will showcase i.e. their Jeti 1224 UV True
Flatbed, it is a compact and economical flatbed specifically designed to give
print shops the versatility they need. The Jeti
3324 Aquajet RTR Direct-to-Fabric is a 3.3m
(10’10”) meter grand-format digital printer designed explicitly for the
fabric and textile printing industry. “The Jeti
3324 Aquajet now achieve bold, vibrant, solid
colors when you print direct to all fabrics. We’ve eliminated the old system
of printing to paper first for direct color. It’s one process that will save
print shops time and money,” says Hary Gandy,
President of Gandinnovations. This latest
advancement to be added to Gandi's grand format UV
digital printers is the Jeti5024 UV RTR Jetstream,
a 4 Color configuration, featuring 24 Spectra print heads.
FESPA
Digital: booth B 60-61
More
information: www.gandinnovations.com
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6)
Screen: Truepress
Jet2500UV – International Commercial launch
FESPA
Digital will host the fully operational and commercial worldwide launch of
Screen's new Truepress Jet2500UV hybrid wide format
flatbed and roll to roll inkjet printer. This printer is significant in that
it marks Screen's first entry into the large format sector. A variety of
display products will be produced at the show finished on the Screen stand by
a Zünd Flatbed Cutter. The Truepress
Jet2500UV features grayscale printheads that enables
quality printing on both rigid and flexible substrates and offers a great
balance between high print quality and productivity that means it can be used
for a broad range of applications. As well as its flexibility of format,
quickly changing from flatbed to roll, there is flexibility of resolution and
speed. The Truepress Jet2500UV can select five
different resolutions (300, 600, 900, 1200 and 1500 dpi). The machine
combines the benefits of a flat-bed for printing on to rigid substrates as
well as the flexibility that comes from printing directly on to reels of
flexible material (up to 50m long). It has a maximum production speed of
almost 70 square meters per hour and can print up to seven colors including a
pre-white function.
FESPA
Digital: booth A 80
More
information: www.screeneurope.com
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7)
Mimaki: Complete solutions for digital
inkjet printing and cutting
Mimaki
Engineering invites visitors to its stand at FESPA Digital to experience and be
inspired by its innovative and complete solutions for digital inkjet printing
and cutting. Among the products on show visitors find the JF series UV-wide
format flatbed printer and the recently launched CF3 1610 flatbed cutting
plotter. Both devices are available in sizes of 1.6 m x 3.1m and 1.6 m x 1m,
consequently printers can now print their large format jobs on up to 5 cm
thick substrates and pair printed materials to a corresponding same size
cutting plotter. The new CF3 series cutting plotters can be equipped with
three different exchangeable heads – router, tangential and reciprocal – in
order to cut all kinds of materials and execute different types of cuts.
Printed registration marks are automatically detected by a color photo sensor
to ensure accuracy. Advanced multi-zones vacuum bed technology, first
introduced on the JF series printer, is also used on CF3 series. In
combination they are the ideal print + cut solution for full service
professional shops. In addition to the new CF3 series visitors see the JV33
series and CG-FX series print and cut combo. Highly productive is the JV5
large format printer. The high end models feature Mimaki’s
distinctive UISS (Uninterrupted Ink Supply System) which allows for
unattended double printing time. The UJF-family of printers completes Mimaki’s exhibits. The UJF-605CII enables UV printing on
rigid materials up to 50 mm thickness.
FESPA
Digital: booth J 90
More
information: www.mimakieurope.com
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8)
Fujifilm Sericol
showcases systems at FESPA Digital
At FESPA
Digital, Fujifilm Sericol
will be showcasing its latest line-up of wide-format products. Not just
printers, but also business solutions designed to meet virtually any printing
need. At the high productivity end, the Inca Onset represents a major advance
in inkjet print production. First shown in April last year, Onset has proven
its value in the display market with 7 machines already sold. Onset will be
presented at FESPA Digital on a large video screen. The latest version of the
Inca Spyder 320 UV flatbed will be shown with the Uvijet Ultratone enhanced color
set plus white ink. Ultratone improves color
reproduction and the color gamut for printing spot colors. Demonstrations at
production pace will illustrate the versatility of the Spyder
320 series, which has a modular design allowing end users to tailor the
platform to suit specific business and production needs. FESPA Digital will
see the launch of Acuity HD2504 roll option feature. FESPA Digital is not
just about printers and inks. At the end of 2007, Colormy
AG was acquired by Fujifilm Sericol.
Colormy’s Euromedia brand
is a highly developed business solution which includes printers, media,
software, inks, technical support, display systems and marketing concepts,
supported by a highly customer focused team. Euromedia
is now being rolled out across Europe, and as part of this, the new Maxjet wide-format solvent printer will be featured at
FESPA Digital as part of the Euromedia range.
FESPA
Digital: booth D 115 / D 90 / E 95
More
information: www.fujifilmsericol.com
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9)
Roland to showcase its range of
complete large format
Roland DG
Benelux will take the opportunity to demonstrate its entire range of products
and solutions that meet the needs of all sectors of the large format arena.
The 240 qm stand will showcase some innovative
additions to Roland DG Benelux’s portfolio, including the upgraded 54-inch
SOLJET PRO III XC-540, as well as the renowned VersaCAMM
family of printer cutters, and textile production on the Hi-Fi Express FP-740. Roland DG Benelux marketing manager, Timo Keersmaekers said: “At
FESPA Digital 2008 we will demonstrate our extensive range of efficient
digital solutions that enable customers to transform creative ideas into
saleable products, such as labels, posters, stickers and vehicle graphics. We
firmly believe that it is our ability to offer customers a bespoke blend of
reliable hardware, advanced software, as well as training and business
support services that sets us apart. While we will have new products and
solutions on stand, customers are no longer simply interested in hardware
alone, but rather want to know that the manufacturer they choose has the
infrastructure and resources in place to give them a true partnership,
complete with comprehensive training and service. They also want a partner
that shares their creative vision and will help them make imaginative ideas a
reality.”
FESPA
Digital: booth H 50
More
information: www.rolanddg.be
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10) Spandex at FESPA Digital
Spandex
(Brunner in Germany) will showcase a comprehensive
display of start-to-finish, multi-brand hardware, inkjet materials, sign
systems and specialist accessories at FESPA Digital. Highlights for visitors
to Spandex’s stand will include print samples and information on the Gerber Solara ion flatbed/roll-to-roll wide-format UV inkjet
printing solution. Harnessing speed, quality, versatility and value, the
Gerber Solara ion produces outdoor durable,
top-quality, flexible and rigid graphics with just one ink set. Spandex will
also demonstrate the many user benefits of Mutoh’s ValueJet
1614 and ValueJet 1304 Eco-Solvent Ultra Printers.
In addition, visitors will have the chance to witness the exceptional image
quality and high-speed performance of the Mutoh Blizzard 65 variable drop,
solvent printer, at the Spandex booth. Spandex will also showcase its
recently introduced banner display systems – an innovative range of
easy-to-use and highly transportable products designed for use in various
exhibition and retail environments.
FESPA
Digital: booth L 60
More
information: www.spandex.com
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11) Zünd demonstrate a 3XL-3000 digital
cutting system
At FESPA
Digital, Zünd will demonstrate a 3XL-3000 digital
cutting system configured specifically for automatically trim-cutting any
rolled material used in digital printing, including textile materials. In
addition, Zünd will be showing a LR-1600 digital
cutting system configured for contour cutting of lighter-weight materials,
such as foam-core and corrugated cardboard, as well as for heavy-duty routing
of MDF, acrylic, and ACM materials like Dibond and Alubond. The innovative and award-winning Zünd Print+Cut concept with
camera-guided registration system makes efficient processing and finishing of
all types of materials possible, no matter whether they are rigid, flexible,
rolled, or sheeted. The benefits of flatbed cutting are obvious: increased
productivity, reduction of waste, minimized personnel requirements, and
superior cut quality.
FESPA
Digital: booth F 70
More
information: www.zund.com
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12) Seiko unveils ColorTextiler
64DS – dye-sublimation transfer printer
Seiko Instruments Europe S.A
announced that it will introduce a new 64-inch, 4-color oil-based
dye-sublimation transfer inkjet printer named “ColorTextiler
64DS” at the upcoming FESPA Digital. The ColorTextiler
64DS utilizes a special new oil-based dye-sublimation ink, which was
specifically designed and matched to textile application, offering advanced
features. Since there is no water contained in the ink, it eliminates
cockling on transfer paper, which allows faster printing while maintaining
high image quality. Less cockling also eliminates no risk for the head
damage. No water in ink also allows users to transfer image immediately to
fabric after printing on transfer paper. The ColorTextiler
64DS can print on media up to 64” wide (162 cm) and includes an automated
take-up system. It accomplishes the high speed of 10 sqm/hr at 720 dpi x 540 dpi (with 6 passes) by
using 4 Seiko piezo print heads. The new ink provides long light fastness on
polyester fabrics. The transfer papers from major media manufactures are
available in the market.
FESPA
Digital: booth E 30
More
information: www.seiko-i.com
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13) SETeMa: New products at FESPA Digital
 SETeMa B.V. introduces at FESPA Digital
a high volume fixation unit, the E-STeaM ES-B36
with a content of 36 meters. The E-SteaM is
suitable for fixation of disperse dyes on polyester and all other textile
dyes. The E-STeaM will also be available with a
content of 18 meters, the E-STeaM ES-B18, which is upgradable to a ES-B36 with 36
meters in the same machine configuration. Additionally the capacity of the
ES-B36 fixation unit can be enlarged with modular extension units, the E-STeaM ES-U. The ES-U is a module that can be coupled to
the ES-B, initially or at a later stage. The principle of the ES-B and ES-U
is based on the successful Portafix Universal
series, with similar characteristics as a built-in steam-boiler, forced steam
circulation and regeneration of steam. SETeMa also
introduce at FESPA Digital the Drum-Dryer which is designed specifically for
the combination with the Porta-Clean and Porta-Pad. The Porta-Clean, for
removing coatings and non-fixated dyestuffs in a high performance rinsing
process, and the Porta-Pad, for application of
pre-/after-treatment chemicals, can both be combined with the Drum Dryer for
in-line washing-drying respectively coating-drying. Marketing and sales
activities of SETeMa are handled by 2-some. FESPA Digital: booth M 122
More
information: www.setema.com or www.2-some.com
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14) Multi-Plot: Versatility of digital
textile printing
Three specialists - Multi-Plot
Europe GmbH, Coldenhove Papier
and Netra AG, will demonstrate on 120 sqm exhibition space their product segments, which confer
the textile printing versatility, flexibility and individuality. The
sublimation transfer, the direct printing and high quality systems for
advertising and visual communication will be presented. Multi-Plot will
present the printer “d.gen Arachne
Combo”. The machine is available with a printing width up to 260 cm and is
able to print on transfer paper or directly on textiles. The manufacturer of
transfer paper Coldenhove will show different kinds
of Jetcol paper (different sizes, weight and
function) for sublimation, additional the newest paper “Jetcol
OS”. The workflow of sublimation transfer will present by a “HeatJet” transfer machine. Netra
AG will present different kinds of materials and professional display systems
of Sign Ware. Anyway, the visitors can see the workflow with a laminator Cybase 1.6 TH.
FESPA
Digital: booth B 90 and B 98 of Multi-Plot, Coldenhove
and Netra.
More
information: www.multiplot.de and www.coldenhove.com
and www.netra.ch
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15) EskoArtwork: Product offerings for sign and
display production
EskoArtwork will demonstrate its expanded
offering of applications for signs and displays at FESPA Digital. In
particular, FESPA Digital marks the launch of SignUp,
a new integrated nesting application for sign and display, as well as the
European introduction of new, wider Kongsberg i-XE32 and i-XE54 tables. For
the first time in Europe, EskoArtwork will
demonstrate the Esko Kongsberg i-XE32 dieless cutting and creasing table, with a working area
of 1300 x 1620mm. Screen printed decals, digitally printed POP displays, and
pressure-sensitive films, among others, are perfectly kiss-cut or
through-cut, using an advanced motion system and patented i-cut®
vision system. Esko Kongsberg i-XE
tables feature a new tooling system and a lightning-fast motion to increase
productivity on a wide range of display substrates. EskoArtwork
will also display the Kongsberg i-XL24 large-format finishing table with a
powerful MultiCUT toolhead,
operating three tools simultaneously, will perform textile cutting with the
new RotaCut knife. The Kongsberg i-XL24 complements
digital and screen printing, capable of processing the widest range of
materials up to 1750mm x 3420mm. The Kongsberg i-XL24 will be demonstrated
with a conveyer system combined with an MGE sheet feeding system for continuous
material loading for non-stop production. FESPA
Digital: booth K 70
More
information: www.esko.com
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16) Gandi: Cyclone UV Liquid Laminator by Alliance Technology
Gandinnovations have introduced the Cyclone UV
Liquid Laminator which is made by Alliance Technology to their product line.
The launch of this new UV product is a printing add-on solution for their Jeti UV True Flatbed digital printers, specially designed
for rigid materials up to 2 inches thick. The Cyclone is equipped with UV
light, which can laminate between 30 to 110 linear ft/min,
the specially designed UV lamp allows for super fast drying, this allows the
user to lay down a variable thickness of laminate. The dryer has a lower stand-by
lamp setting to conserve energy. The Cyclone is compatible with the new
Premium UV-curable inks, which are featured in all 3 Jeti
Flatbed printers. Gandinnovations provides a very
durable clear varnish that is scratch resistant and protects the finished
print for outdoor use when applied on many substrates. The Cyclone UV Liquid
Laminator now gives customers the ability to apply a glossy or matte finish
to finished prints without waiting or losing any downtime. The Cyclone UV
Liquid Laminator will be available in 2 models: Cyclone UV60 and Cyclone
UV80.
More
information: www.gandinnovations.com
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17) SAi introduces SAi
Color Solutions
 SA International (SAi) introduces SAi Color
Solutions, the umbrella for a new suite of color management products tailored
to the print market. This new Suite includes a spectrophotometer, profiling
and color verification software. These modular components can be individually
integrated into other packages or combined together to make a complete
solution. The Sprint handheld spectrophotometer features patented “True Scan
Wide-Aperture” technology that scans over 600 patches per minute. It can read
six adjacent colors at the same time. The “wide mouth” also allows for high
motion tolerance, which eliminates the need for rulers or guides. Snap
profiling software is an easy, step-by-step guide that helps even the most
inexperienced users create high quality profiles. The profiling technology
driving Snap is based on the well-established PhotoPRINT
Color Profiler. Profiles created with Snap follow the ICC standard and can be
used with most major software applications. ColorExcel
color verification software uses a simplified interface to quickly compare
colors and determine the deltaE between them. FESPA Digital: booth B 12
More
information: www.SAintl.biz
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18) ErgoSoft presents new RIP software v.2008
After one and half a year of
intense development, the implementation of many suggestions from customers
and concentrated beta-test period, the new, completely revised ErgoSoft RIP software PosterPrint
v.2008 is available since the beginning of March. The new RIP software is developed
for applications like LFP, sublimation, flag&banner,
sign making and much more. The well known qualities of PosterPrint
such as the intuitive user interface and usability have been enhanced and
enlarged with new functions to continue to increase the productivity and
flexibility of the PosterPrint software. With the
integration of the multi core CPU technology the new RIP software v.2008 is
up to 30% faster. The known production tool JobQueueViewer
that gives the user a summary of the current print information, as been
extended to the new JobCenter and allows now a fast
overview of the status of the printer, cutter and the RIP. It is also
possible to print white ink and spot colors. The new ErgoSoft
products StudioPrint v.2008, PosterPrint
v.2008, TexPrint v.2008 and ColorGPS
v.2008 are exclusively distributed by selected resellers all over the world. FESPA Digital: booth L 25
More
information: www.ergosoft.net
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19) ONYX: Demand predictable, accurate
and consistent color output
 RIP software is a vital part within the
printing workflow and can largely determine the color output of the printer.
With ONYX Graphics RIP software user can regain control over the color with
consistent, accurate and predictable output. With ONYX® PosterShop®
and ONYX ProductionHouse, users get color
management tools that include Recalibration, integrated Pantone® library, and
custom media profile creation capabilities. ONYX Graphics software packages
are designed for entry-level and high-production environments with one to
many printers. ONYX software contains an impressive array of software modules
including RIP-Queue, Preflight, Layout, Media Manager, and CUT-Server. These
software modules contain advanced color correction and image modification
tools that allow to analyze profile quality with
gamut mapping, profile grading, and 3D viewing. Users have the ability to
easily perform difficult output requirements with consistent results. FESPA Digital: booth H 28
More
information: www.onyxgfx.com
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20) Caldera releases drivers for the Fujifilm Acuity HD 2504
Caldera
Graphics has launched full featured support for the Fujifilm
Acuity. Specifically designed for print applications requiring fine detail,
high resolution images, the Acuity HD 2504 delivers both rigid and flexible
point-of-purchase signage that hold up visually, even at the closest of
viewings. At the heart of the Acuity HD 2504 is a new imaging technology that
enables each print head to produce variable size dots as opposed to
traditional fixed-droplets. The printer’s ability to jet droplets as fine as
6 picoleter produces sharp, precise images with
smoother transitions and quarter tones: while jetting larger droplets up to
30 picoleter delivers denser, more uniform solid
image areas. Caldera is a measurable asset to the Acuity’s productivity. The
speed of the Acuity is increased by Caldera’s Print while RIP feature. Caldera
enables the printer to RIP a second file while you RIP and print another job
at the same time. Caldera’s software offers superior multi-level screening,
meaning that Caldera drives the GrayScale heads
with proven technology. An essential feature for getting precise color
shades, even when it comes to black hues. With variable-size droplets
management through Caldera, the Fujifilm achieves
accurate colors and resolution with its four-colors. Caldera’s new Tiling+
also gets full potential out of the Acuity for all those tough tiling jobs.
And as an Acuity purchaser will have more than one machine in his print
house, Caldera’s client-server architechure will
enable him to centralize RIPing and PRINTing on one master RIP PC which manages unlimited
RIP/Printing slave PC’s for scalable distributed computing over the network. FESPA Digital: booth F 30
More
information: www.caldera.eu
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21) Wasatch releases Wasatch SoftRIP Version 6.3
The new
features of the Wasatch SoftRIP Version 6.3 are a
powerful Template Creator that defines layout image place holders for
repeatable placement and sizing, Database Tools to import industry-standard
or user-defined spot color matching tables, two new halftoning
innovations and a RIP-to-TIF generic printer driver. Also included are new
printer drivers for devices from Mutoh and US Sublimation. Wasatch will be
demonstrating Version 6.3 at the upcoming ISA, FESPA, and DRUPA trade shows.
Wasatch Computer Technology LLC, headquartered in Salt Lake City, is a leading developer of RIP
and print management solutions for wide-format digital printing, screen
separations, photographic, giclee and other
specialized processes in the digital printing markets.
More
information: www.wasatch.com
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22) Megaink launches new XA ink line
Megaink
announced the launch of a new product line, its new 3rd generation inks for HP’s super-wide format Scitex
printers, the HP Scitex XL1200, the HP Scitex XL1500 and the HP Scitex
Grand. This 3rd generation of the high performance, long-lasting product line
for Scitex printers is called XA. During
development, XA inks underwent extensive testing to ensure outstanding print
quality and vivid colors. XA inks are suitable for fast printing and for most
media applications including banners, billboards, pop-ups, posters, signs,
textiles, vehicles, and wall paper, amongst others. The inks are particularly
excellent for printing backlit indoor and outdoor boxes. Later this year Megaink also plans to release its revolutionary and
successful BioMG inks, made from renewable
resources, for these printers. FESPA Digital: booth K
90
More
information: www.megaink.biz
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23) Marabu: Digital Printing Inks
Marabu
has further developed its digital printing ink range in the area of wide
format: Marajet DI-CP was especially developed for
the Seiko ColorPainter and really wins with
brilliant colors and an excellent color gamut. As a further product
innovation, Marabu presents the mild, solvent-based
inkjet ink Marajet DI-R for Roland printing
machines and Mutoh Spitfire. In addition Marabu
offers digital printing inks for super wide printing machines: Marajet DI-V for Vutek UltraVu, DGI MegaJet and Keundo; Marajet DI-S for Scitex GrandJet and XL Jet and Marajet DI-N for NUR Salsa, Ultima
and Fresco. Marabu offers best conditions to
guarantee simple change-overs. The ideal ink
properties guarantee a high production speed and best printing quality. With
the UV-curable inkjet series Ultrajet DUV-X for Zünd UVJet 215, Inca Eagle and
Columbia Marabu developed an ink system, which
thanks to its wide range of printing substrates offers the perfect solution
for flat bed printing machines and in addition to which, is suitable for
outdoor applications.
FESPA
Digital: booth E 70 / Co-exhibitor: Clearstar LP
More
information: www.marabu-inks.com
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24) ASLAN: New self-adhesive facade
film
 ASLAN Schwarz GmbH & Co. KG
will be showcasing on FESPA Digital new speciality
film products. ASLAN will premier digital printing films for short-term
applications on building facades and interior walls. The highlight will be
the brand new facade film ASLAN DFP 45 – a glossy white, opaque self-adhesive
digital printing film. With a thickness of 80 µm and an exterior durability
of approximately three months, it is an excellent choice for promotional
applications on building facades. For this film ASLAN has developed a unique
adhesive allowing it to be fixed into place quickly, without requiring any
special tools. The ASLAN DFP 45 facade film can easily be printed with any
standard solvent, eco-solvent or UV ink. The second innovation to make it’s
debut will be an ultra easy-to-remove digital printing film, available in
glossy white opaque (ASLAN DFP 40) and glossy transparent (ASLAN DFP 41). They can be applied
directly to, for example, interior walls as part of promotions and can be removed
cleanly after use. By launching these films, which can be printed with any
standard solvent, eco-solvent or UV ink, ASLAN is embracing the continuing
trend for wall transfers and stickers. These films are also an ideal way of
temporarily decorating furniture or music equipment. ASLAN will also be
presenting ASLAN DFL 300, its digitally printable sandblast-effect
glass-decoration film based on a new “Dryapply”
method.
FESPA
Digital: booth D 86
More
information: www.ASLAN-schwarz.com
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25) Hexis: HX 10000 – New cast vinyl at
FESPA Digital
At FESPA
Digital Hexis will show an all new cast plotter
film combined with Hex’Press adhesive technology
for vehicle wraps and fleet graphics. The HX10000 carries the proven 50µm
cast vinyl film with a solvent-based adhesive and a structured PE liner with Hex’Press technology that allows convenient air egress
during application. Because of its high flexibility and conformability fast
and risk free transfers are practically guaranteed. It is particularly
recommended for long term applications on complex and compound curved
surfaces and for vehicle full wraps. It features an outdoor durability of up
to 10 years and is thus the ideal high end solution for corrugated or riveted
surfaces and all substrates with long life cycles. The HX10000 is available
in 42 high-gloss colors. Also on show will be HX100WG1, also a 50µm cast
vinyl film with the same adhesive compound that makes the product repositionable during application allowing easy
elimination of air bubbles. The HX100WG1 is for solvent and eco-solvent
inkjet printers and features an embossed PE liner with a structured adhesive
and an extremely conformable vinyl formulation. Swatch books and data sheets
are available directly from Hexis or from local
distributors. FESPA Digital: booth L 100
More
information: www.hexisgroup.com
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26) Madico: Contra Vision Digital XR –
One-Way Vision Film
Madico Graphic Films, supplier of
specialist pressure sensitive coated film products for window graphic
applications, will use FESPA Digital as the launch platform for its new,
Contra Vision Digital XR, an environmentally
friendly, digitally printable one-way vision glazing enhancement film. Contra
Vision Digital XR have been designed to simplify and
improve the production of one-way vision window graphics for promotional,
display, privacy and corporate identity applications. Jointly invented and
developed by Madico Graphic Films and Contra
Vision, the innovative, polyester-based Contra Vision Digital XR film allows
stunning full-color printed graphics to be highly visible from one side,
while providing a clear, tinted and see-through outlook through the reverse
view. Alongside Contra Vision Digital XR, FESPA Digital 2008 will see Madico display products that include: ClearLite,
an ultra-clear digital and screenprintable
polyester film for transforming windows into vibrant advertising, design and
corporate identity opportunities; TextureLite
textured privacy film, which enables designers and architects to combine
privacy with decorative printed images and Lumisty
view-control film, which allows users to block unsightly views, create unique
privacy effects or draw a customer's attention to a product in a retail
display. FESPA Digital: booth H 60
More
information: www.madico.co.uk
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27) Continental Grafix:
EuroShop show has been full success
At the
end of the EuroShop the whole team of Continental Grafix has taken positive stock out of the show and was
highly satisfied. The team of Continental Grafix
has focussed from the beginning on the non adhesive
products. Especially the perforated rigid PVC panoRama
Star in combination with the transfer adhesive tape panoRama
Stick as well as panoRama Screen have been shown in
a large application. These applications in particular have caused great
interest and have attracted many visitors of famous advertising agencies,
brand representatives and big commercial enterprises. By using this
innovative product every single employee will be able to apply a poster on
the inside of a window – even without a course of instruction – which will
also show a transparent effect if combined with panoRama Star. It was not unusual to hear comments such
as “This is the solution for which we have been looking for so many years. We
don’t need to send a specialized team for window decoration anymore to each
shop if a campaign changes”. Especially the advantage not to send additional
staff for decoration purposes and the save cost has approached most
prospects. Continental Grafix are
already in the preparation for FESPA Digital in Geneva. FESPA
Digital: booth N 100
More
information: www.continentalgrafix.com
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28) x-film introduce IRIDIFLEX
x-film
is pleased to introduce its new, iridescent PVC popup media IRIDIFLEX.
IRIDIFLEX is a 450 micron, micro prismatic and retro-reflective PVC popup
media. The iridescent (rainbow) effect is the result of a special reverse
side embossing. As a further feature of this product innovation, effective
printing results can be achieved with eco-, mild-, low-solvent
as well as solvent inks. The material is available in 30 m rolls, 1220 mm
wide.
More
information: www.x-film.com
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29) GBC: New eco-friendly overlamination and film finishing solutions
GBC
Commercial Laminating Solutions Group presents its newest eco-friendly overlaminating and film finishing solutions at FESPA
Digital. The company will also demonstrate its extensive product range of
laminators for short-term indoor and long-term outdoor applications as well
as its new cold lamination films. GBC will reveal the first prototype of its
green film for overlamination applications. Giel Klinkers, Marketing and
Sales Director GBC for Digital Print Finishing Solutions, emphasizes the
importance of developing new environmentally-friendly laminating solutions.
”GBC has always taken environmental issues very seriously. This is the reason
why the company has invested a lot of R&D resources in this area and is
constantly trying to find new ways of producing in an eco-friendly way to
avoid unnecessary wastage. GBC’s green overlaminating film is one of the first products of its
kind to be launched in the world”. The popular Signmaker
range for store signage, window graphics and vinyl banners for short-term
outdoor use applications will also be on display during FESPA Digital. Also
on display is the new GBC Clear Accushield film for
photo-finishing solutions. This new film is 100% clear and improves
UV-properties by adding a glossy coating to boards and supports printing
directly on to the substrate in order to increase the mechanical properties
and scratch resistance. Available in gloss and matt finish, the Signmaker-range is specifically developed to run the new
GBC Accushield Clear. FESPA
Digital: booth L 80
More
information: www.gbcfilm.com
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30) Sihl presents new Banner, Poster, CAD
and photo papers
 Sihl presents new LFP media for the
production of large-format pictures, posters, pop-up displays or design
drawings at FESPA Digital. The PhotoSOL Paper PE
190 has been optimized for use with eco and true-solvent inks. The
combination of PE-coated photo base, a high level of whiteness and a
homogeneous, high-gloss surface makes it possible to print top-quality
photorealistic images. Duraqua Rigid 320 and Duraqua Light 230 supplement Sihl's
range of POS media. Intended for inkjet printers using dye and pigment inks,
both products are equipped with a tear-resistant PVC base and a
water-resistant coating. Prints with pigment inks are characterized by high
color brilliance, excellent image definition and a long life. Duraqua Rigid 320 is particularly suitable for flat
surfaces. Duraqua Light 230, on the other hand, is
ideal for pop-up display frames with rounded edges. The new IJ TrueColor product range consists of matt-coated papers
which have been developed for poster applications and high-quality
presentations in the architecture and CAD sector. The media with a porous
coating offers a wide color gamut and prints with excellent color
reproduction. They are water and wipe-resistant, dry very quickly and can be
processed both with hot and cold laminates. FESPA
Digital: booth G 80
More
information: www.sihlgroup.com
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31) Folex: New Eco Solvent range
Digital
coating specialist, Folex, will have something for
everyone at FESPA Digital. For the production of direct-exposure stencil
artwork the Folex Repro Jet P Ink Jet printable reprographic
film is the number one choice. A clear film, now available up to 1524mm wide,
offers UV image densities of 4 or more and is perfect for dye as well as
pigment based inks. So it is ideal for production work in the typical Screen
Print environment. Launching at the show will be new ES coated materials for
Eco Solvent. The ES coating exhibits excellent image quality and drying
performance as well as good water resistance for a tough surface. New will be
Clear Transparent, Pearl White Opaque and Stoplite
roll up which will compliment their existing ES Canvas and Backlit. Folex will also be demonstrating their Pigment and Dye
range, many of which are water resistant.
FESPA
Digital: booth E 65
More
information: www.folex.com
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32) Qualimage: New tacky sublimation paper 931 Transjet Sportsline
Qualimage,
Digital Imaging Division of Cham Paper Group, with
a history of 350 years in paper manufacturing, releases new tacky sublimation
paper 931 Transjet Sportsline.
The 931 Transjet Sportsline
has a coating that creates an adhesion between the sublimation paper and the
textile during the transfer process. The new paper provides the user with the
same ink release characteristics as their standard range of sublimation
papers to guarantee the highest print quality in terms of color density and
line sharpness. The target market for the new 931 Transjet
Sportsline is the apparel printing market. With the
new paper, Qualimage offers an effective solution
to ghosting and textile shrinkage issues. After the transfer process, the
paper sticks to the textile. Users can then easily peel off the sublimation
paper from the textile revealing a brilliant, line-sharp transfer. 931 Transjet Sportsline helps to
make the production more predictable and to significantly reduce waste.
FESPA
Digital: booth M 90
More
information: www.qualimage-swiss.com
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33) 3P: A great variety of new
products at FESPA digital
3P InkJet Textiles AG will demonstrate new display fabrics
at FESPA Digital. The winkle free and matt textiles Value Backlit Display FR
(IQ-IJ 685) and Value Frontlit Display FR (IQ-IJ
687) are perfect for display systems of any kind. The Frontlit
material with little stretch is recommended in particular for roll-up, pop-up
and folding stands. Value Backlit Display FR is woven more tightly but still
stretchable. These polyester fabrics have a premium touch and will highlight
the presentation of products and services. Both display fabrics are flame
retardant in compliance with the US fire protection requirements NFPA
701. The entire Value line has been developed especially for direct
sublimation printing and can also be used with transfer sublimation or
UV-curable ink. 3P recommends the products of the UV-Transfer line which has
been optimized for perfect printing results with transfer sublimation or UV
digital printing systems. The recyclable Value fabrics are manufactured
pollution free and environmentally friendly according to the environmental
management system EN ISO 14001 and the quality management standard EN ISO
9001. Moreover the production is validated in regard to the EU-wide
regulation about ecological audits. The textiles contain no heavy metals, PVC
resins, phthalates or fungicides. FESPA Digital:
booth C 55
More
information: www.3p-inktextiles.com
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34) CYTACK presents the new DARK-range
CYTACK
will be present at the FESPA Digital 2008 with further innovative products.
CYTACK will show their new products international together with their
worldwide sales partners. The highlight will be the DARK-range, a 100%
opaque, bright white, dimension-stable polyester compound for panel systems. They
talk about strength of 200µm up to 500µm, which will be presented on one hand
as solvent and UV-printable qualities Cyprint SUV
dark and on the other hand as self-adhesive material Cypreme
dark. In combination with the surface protection film Cypreme
starlight an absolute scratch-resistant polyester compound is generated. The
color brilliance of the prints will be accentuated by the bright white
features of the dark-qualities.
FESPA
Digital: booth E 125
More
information: www.cytack.com
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35) Neschen: Innovative media for digital
printing
Neschen
AG will be showing its range of media and printing processes at the FESPA
Digital. At the fair, Neschen will focus on its
extensive range of digital printing wallpaper for customized interior design.
With a process developed in-house, customers can even print different
woodchip and structured wallpapers with their own designs, advertising, or
slogans in top quality. Further Neschen highlights
at the FESPA are: New Premium and Eco frontlit,
mesh and blockout materials in large and super
sizes and new dyesub materials in the Directex range. Worldwide, Neschen
supplies coated and enhanced sheet media, such as plastic and paper foils,
but also textiles for printing service providers. Architects, designers,
photographers, interior designers and advertising agencies can draw on a vast
range of products for each and every application. The coating specialist from
Bückeburg is particularly well-known for its super
size media for large-scale printing formats. The innovative company is also
involved in extensive restoration of individual sheets and books.
FESPA
Digital: booth F 90
More
information: www.neschen.com
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36) heytex sign goes green
As a
modern, international company Julius Heywinkel GmbH
does not only think locally and nationally, but also globally. Keeping
environmental damage to a minimum, economically using raw materials and
carefully treating resources are integral parts of the business philosophy at
Julius Heywinkel GmbH. As a result, heytex sign fabrics are free of harmful substances like
bleaching agents, glycol ether, heavy metals and many others more. Their
production processes are optimally energy saving, their packaging is made of
recycled materials, and thanks to the lightweight of their materials, less
fuel is needed for transportation. In addition, the entire production chain
is environmentally friendly and production processes are certified according
to ISO 14001. Moreover, production techniques, business processes and their heytex sign materials themselves are constantly being
developed and optimized to ensure that their customers get what they call
“green solutions for a green environment.” FESPA Digital:
booth E 81
More
information: www.heytex.com
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37) BARBIERI electronic for the first
time at FESPA Digital
This year
for the first time BARBIERI electronic will attend FESPA Digital with an own
booth. During this event several color management solutions around the 2
well-known measuring devices Spectro LFP and Spectro Swing will be shown. The visitors will see the
special characteristics of these measuring devices and their versatility in
regards to their utilization. Thanks to his ability to measure most different
flexible media, the Spectro Swing is a easy way to linearize and
profile digital output devices for top color quality. The Spectro
LFP at the other side shows his uniqueness in his capability to measure every
kind of media printed on wide format and flatbed printers. FESPA Digital: booth L 20
More
information: www.barbierielectronic.com
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38) Contex awarded BERTL 4-Star “Highly
Recommended” rating
Contex
has received BERTL’s “Highly Recommended” rating
for the CRYSTAL G600, COUGAR G600, CHAMELEON G600, and the CHROMA G600 wide
format scanners. The “Highly Recommended” rating from BERTL® indicates that
the product has been tested and certified as providing exceptional
performance and features that offer a lasting return on their investment. Contex scanners received the high rating for their
simplicity of installation, use, and calibration. The scanners and software
were also praised as a total solution that meets the needs of imaging
professionals scanning a wide range of documents.
More
information: www.contex.com and www.bertl.com
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39) Teckwin: Central European demo and
support centre
These days TeckStorm
arrived in the central European demo- and support centre in Willich, near Düsseldorf, Germany. Teckwin
is clearly showing that they will play a global role. After the demo- and
support centers in Dubai and Las Vegas, Teckwin
is now present in all key markets to support end users as well as their local
distributors. In the Willich office solvent
printers up to 3.2 m (TeckStone and TeckPro S), UV-Hybrid TeckThunder
and the new UV-Flatbed printer TeckStorm can be
seen and tested. Due to the short distance to the Düsseldorf airport the
office is very easy and fast to reach. Shortly a great opening is planned;
even everybody is already welcome for demonstration. Reasoned by the close
cooperation with Teckwin TEPEDE is offering a
special and attractive bundle for certain countries. Ask for details at
info@de.tepede.com. Teckwin will be present at FESPA digital at booth H20 by Seyffer CCW displaying TeckStorm,
the UV-flatbed printer at best price/performance ratio.
More
information: www.TEPEDE.com or www.Teckwin.com
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40) Sign & Digital UK 2008
Seminars – Realizing the potential
The Sign
& Digital UK Seminar theatre returns in 2008, covering a broad range of
topics that guarantee to attract a wide variety of visitors. The Sign &
Digital UK Seminar theatre will once again provide its audience with
inspiration and advice. Another exciting announcement at the show will be the
unveiling of the newly re-branded Digital & Screen Print Association
(DSPA), formerly the Screen Printing Association (SPA). For further
information, full seminar timetables and to register for a free ticket visit
www.signanddigitaluk.com.
More
information: www.signanddigitaluk.com
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41) photokina: New Website – Faster, better,
easier to use
 An improved user guidance system,
faster loading times and an exciting, contemporary look lend a breath of
fresh air to www.photokina-cologne.com.
photokina now has a new website, featuring an
improved structure that enables users to find the information they are
looking for – as quickly as possible and with a minimum of mouse clicks. At
www.photokina-cologne.com, a row of tabs at the top of the home page and the
clearly structured menu ensures that users will quickly find the information
they need, which has been optimally arranged. Clicking on the links in six
prominently positioned "info blocks" on the home page, users can go
straight to the latest key information. This new user guidance system is
complemented by general information on photokina (by clicking on "The
Fair") and a comprehensive exhibitor search function. photokina's key visual, for example – the immediately
recognizable eye – has been given a more modern visual appeal, and this
graphic also clearly reflects the impact that digital technologies are having
in the imaging industry. This latest relaunch is
however not the final phase in the development of the web site. In the coming
months, the wealth of information and functions at www.photokina-cologne.com
will be supplemented with additional features and further optimized to
provide the most effective communication of information.
photokina
2008: 23 to 28 of September 2008, Cologne
More
information: www.photokina-cologne.com
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42) SAi: New VP of Global Sales for SAi Color Solutions
 SA International (SAi) appoints Mr. Tom Dlugos to
VP of Global Sales for SAi Color Solutions. In his
new position, Mr. Dlugos will pioneer the growth of
SAi’s newest business venture, SAi
Color Solutions. He will cultivate OEM partner and dealer relationships while
exploring new markets and business opportunities. Prior to this position, Mr.
Dlugos worked for X-Rite for 18 years and held many
positions, including his latest, Global Director for OEM Technology. Mr. Dlugos’s substantial background in business development,
global sales, and OEM markets is the driving factor in his appointment to VP
of Global Sales for SAi Color Solutions. “We are
very pleased that Tom has joined the SAi team. His
commanding record of successful business development ventures speaks for itself,”
states Sarit Tichon,
Senior VP of Worldwide Sales, SAi. “He is a
powerful and innovative leader that will forge the way for our new line of SAi Color Solution products.” SAi
Color Solutions is the umbrella for a new suite of color management products,
including a spectrophotometer with revolutionary technology and user-friendly
profiling and color verification software. “We are excited to expand into new
markets relating to our area of expertise.” states Don Feagan,
President and COO, SAi. “The modular components of
Color Solutions can be individually integrated into other packages or
combined together to make a complete color solution. We are eager to
officially launch our color solution products in the second quarter of this
year.”
More
information: www.SAintl.biz
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43) Neschen: Frank Seemann
joins Neschen team
 Frank Seemann
has taken over as new head of marketing/communications at Neschen
AG in Bückeburg. From events to advertising
campaigns, he will be responsible for all marketing activities including
external and internal communications. “I’m looking forward to my new role
here”, said Frank Seemann, “because Neschen’s a versatile company that’s involved in very
different areas. I believe my main responsibility is to sharpen the focus on Neschen’s strong points in each of the areas. There’s
more than enough potential to be tapped into.” Worldwide, Neschen
supplies high-quality, coated and enhanced sheet media, such as plastic and
paper foils, but also textiles for printing service providers. The coating
specialist is particularly well-known for its super-size media for
large-scale printing formats. The innovative company is also involved in
large-scale restoration of individual sheets and books.
More
information: www.neschen.com
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44) Marabu: Vacancies
In the
global screen, pad, and digital printing markets, Marabu
today ranks as one of the leading ink manufacturers worldwide. Marabu employs more than 340 people in Germany and a further 100 people in
subsidiary companies abroad. Distribution partners exclusively represent
their brand in over 70 countries around the world. Now Marabu
offers some new jobs: Field Engineer Digital Printing Inks - The key
responsibilities are: providing technical service and support on-site or by
telephone, as well as Ink Changeovers on customers location, Operating Range
is Europe-wide. Responsibilities furthermore include attending fairs,
conducting training courses at their Training Center or on-site, and evaluations of
new products. Employee for Product Testing and Technical Service - The key
responsibilities are: Supporting the Office-Team of their application
technology department in the Digital printing segment. Employee for the
Purchasing Department Digital Print (accessories and spare parts) - The key
responsibility: supporting their Product Management Team Digital Print. Area
Sales Manager / Representative Digital Printing Inks (Germany, Austria,
Switzerland) - The key responsibilities are: developing and realizing sales
strategies in coordination with the Sales Management and the operating
departments as well as Marabus distributors, being
in close contact with selected Key-Accounts. Contact: Mr. Kaiser (head of
personnel department), Tel: +49(0)7141 691-122, Email: personal@marabu.de
More
information: www.marabu-inks.com
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