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Mutoh Europe: Two new Wide-Format Printer
Mutoh
Europe introduced at FESPA Digital two additions to its wide format digital
inkjet printer family, i.e. the VALUEJET 1204 Eco-Solvent printer and the
PHOENIX S 3.3 meter solvent printer. The new ValueJet
1204 is a third-generation Mutoh Eco-Solvent printer. This four color piezo drop on demand digital inkjet printer offers a
media width of 1300 mm and a printing width of 1200 mm. Using Mutoh’s
Eco-Solvent Ultra inks, the ValueJet 1204 can be
used for printing onto a wide variety of popular uncoated vinyl and banner
media. The ValueJet 1204 incorporates a new
generation “wide model” 1440 dpi 3 picoliter drop-on
demand piezo print head (8 lines of 180 nozzles).
Application possibilities encompass production of outdoor posters &
signs, banners, long-term backlit signage, building and construction
announcements, POS displays, as well as durable photorealistic prints for
indoor use. Prints made with the ValueJet
Eco-Solvent Ultra printer are UV and water resistant for up to three years outdoors, without lamination. For fleet, floor
graphics or other applications where prints are exposed to intensive
mechanical stress or abrasion, lamination is recommended. The new ValueJet 1204 printer will become available during the
third quarter of 2006. Incorporating Spectra® true solvent inkjet head
technology, Mutoh’s new Phoenix S super wide format 3.3 meter solvent printer
offers a media & printing with of 3300 mm. Phoenix S is a heavy-duty
outdoor production printer, specifically targeted at existing super wide
format users looking for an economical solution for top quality printing. The
machine offers a high-end industrial concept: a unique threading bar system
allowing single user media loading, incorporated heating elements, motorized unwinder / winder system for media rolls up to 200 kg and
500 mm roll diameter, front and back active media tension bar system, bulk ink
supply – 2 liter bottles, making the printer suited for production runs of
top quality outdoor durable graphics unto uncoated banner and mesh materials.
The new Phoenix S printer will become commercially available during the month
of June.
More Information: www.mutoh.be
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4)
Gandinnovations: Success in Amsterdam
Gandinnovations has declared another successful show, this time in Amsterdam showcasing their new Jeti 3324 UV Roll To Roll to hundreds of attendees at the
FESPA Digital. Along with the new Jeti 3324 UVRTR, Gandinnovations demonstrated their Jeti
3318 with backlit camera option and the Jeti 3150
UV Flatbed, known around the industry as “The Workhorse.” This nickname,
given by onlookers throughout the three day show, was issued based on the Jeti’s ability to print nonstop throughout each day
without any banding, stoppage or general problems. All Jeti
printers were producing vibrant output at the new 600 dpi resolution, a new
option on all Jeti grand-format printers. Upcoming
plans for Gandinnovations includes exhibiting at
the NBM Sign Business and Digital Graphics show in Long Beach, CA, July 20-22. In booth 152 Gandinnovations will showcase the Jeti
3318 with backlit camera option.
More information: www.gandinnovations.com
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5)
MacDermid ColorSpan:
New ColorSpan 9840UV
MacDermid
ColorSpan, Inc. has presented at FESPA Digital its
newest flatbed UV inkjet printer, the ColorSpan® 9840UV.
This industrial-grade product will join the highly successful DisplayMaker 72UVR, 72UVX and 98UVX printers to create
the most comprehensive line up of affordable, production-oriented UV-curable
flatbed inkjet printers. The ColorSpan 9840UV
offers the ability to print on rigid sheets or flexible roll stock up to 2.5
meters wide and 70 mm thick. Designed around a belt driven media feed system
and sixteen 600-dpi Micro-Quad™ piezo-electric printheads, the 9840UV delivers true 600 x 600-dpi quality
at print speeds up to 75.4sqm/h. With its ability to print directly onto
full-width rigid display materials the ColorSpan
9840UV is ideal for sign makers, screen printers and other print-for-pay
service providers that produce large volumes of indoor and outdoor signs,
banners, point-of-purchase and exhibit displays. The printer will be sold
through MacDermid Color Span’s worldwide network of
value-added distributors and resellers beginning in the summer of 2006.
More information: www.colorspan.com
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6)
Roland DG Benelux: New SOLJET PRO III XC-540
Roland DG
Benelux, a JV-company of Roland DG Corporation Japan announces the addition to their
product range of the new SOLJET PRO III XC-540, its fastest, wide-format
integrated inkjet printer/cutter to date. During FESPA Digital 2006 Roland
successfully released the XC-540 on their booth. Combining photorealistic
image quality and precision contour cutting into one 54” device, the XC-540
seamlessly integrates a new generation of hardware and software, including
fully-optimized RIP software, to deliver the ultimate Print&Cut
solution. Based on superior Roland engineering, the latest SOLJET sets a new
standard for performance with up to 1440 x 1440 dpi resolution and a maximum
print speed of 41sqm/h. The new VersaWorks 2.0 RIP
software, award-winning ECO-SOL MAX ink and a range of additional features
make the XC-540 the industry’s top performing production tool for signs,
banners, vehicle graphics, labels, decals, retail displays and more. The
XC-540 will be distributed from their headquarters in Oevel, Belgium through their dealer network in Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Germany, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Slovakia and Switzerland.
More information: www.rolanddg.be
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7)
Spandex: New Gerber Solara UV2
Spandex
showcased its latest innovations in wide-format digital printing at FESPA Digital.
The Gerber Solara™ UV2 aims primarily at sign
makers, screen printers and other visual communications experts on the
lookout for more versatility and added value. Solara’s
unique six-color (CMYK plus violet and green) UV-ink range opens up a completely
new array of applications, including spot color reproduction while
eliminating the need for pre treatment or lamination. The multi-functional Solara™ UV2 reduces the number of production steps and
finishing materials drastically. Using the stepless
head height adjustment and media sensor, the printer can easily be switched
between roll-to-roll and flatbed printing to print directly on a wide variety
of rigid and flexible materials up to 13mm thick and 152cm wide. These
include most rigid substrates such as acrylic, Foamex, glass, PVC,
polycarbonate, aluminum and a wide range of flexible materials. The
instant-dry UV-curable inks guarantee increased UV durability and abrasion
resistance without producing irritating odors or harmful VOCs.
More information: www.spandex.com
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8)
Durst: Rho 600 Pictor
– New addition to the Rho Family
The Rho 600 Pictor is a compact
version of the Rho 600. Utilizing the same
technology as other members of the Rho family, the Rho
600 Pictor is uniquely positioned being the first
low priced, industrial standard, UV curing flatbed in the market from Durst.
The Pictor is particularly suited to the sign
industry and smaller graphics houses which are likely to already have a
certain level of flatbed business but are would like to make the most of this
growing business sector. Smaller than the Rho 600 at 160 cm wide, the Pictor has many of the same features as its larger family
members. This includes Durst’s own proven Quadro® Array printhead
technology, which means that the print quality from the Pictor
is of the highest standard. In fact, it offers an even finer resolution and
is therefore ideally suited to printing small items typically produced by
signage companies. This feature is further enhanced by special software which
allows the printing of different small items alongside each other, maximizing
productivity and profitability. Additional Quadro
Arrays can be added so that it is also able to be upgraded with additional
printing features such as Durst’s leading white ink
printing and selective varnish. And using Durst Rho
ink the print has excellent adhesion and flexibility. The Rho
600 Pictor will be available for delivery during
July 2006.
More information: www.durst-online.com
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9)
Agfa Graphics: New
:Grand Sherpa Universal AM
Agfa
Graphics has at FESPA Digital demonstrated the new :Grand
Sherpa Universal AM wide-format printer (65 inch
version), which features :ABISS, Agfa’s Bulk Ink
Supply System. The :Grand Sherpa
Universal AM’s fourth-generation solvent inks provide improved color
saturation and guarantee a uniform gloss appearance. :ABISS
offers users longer automated production cycles resulting in worry-free,
unattended printing. Agfa Graphics presented also the
:Anapurna L and XL wide-format printers, with
respective print widths of 1600 and 2500 mm, print on rigid media using Agfa's UV-curable :Anapurna
ink. The Dual-Mode system enables fast printing of two half-sized media
simultaneously. Additional features include maximum resolution of 363x725
dpi, borderless printing capability (no white edges), white ink printing,
low-cost, and user-replaceable UV-curing lamps for low cost of ownership. Agfa Graphics added the two new :Anapurna models to its wide-format printer
assortment at Ipex last April, where they met with
great interest from attendees. The :Anapurna
printers are already commercially available in Europe and North America.
More information: www.agfa.com
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10) Multi-Plot: Successfully complete
solution for digital textile printing
The
“IMB-World of Textile Processing” in Cologne was an international meeting
place for all specialists of textile processing. An extensive offer of high
quality technology for the production of clothing and complete solutions was
presented. Multi-Plot showed a complete solution for digital textile printing
and finishing and was very satisfied with the quantity and qualification of
visitors. The presentation of the Kongsberg cutting table on a screen was a
good possibility to see how it works. The Kongsberg table complements digital
printing of sign and displays with a unique finishing solution for the widest
range of materials, providing automation, high productivity and outstanding
precision. But first, a d.gen Teleios
direct textile printing machine printed up to a working with of 260 cm.
Different motives were printed on different fabrics. The integrated fixation
system fixes the colors on the textiles and the advantages of digital textile
printing are brilliant colors, waterproof, UV resistant and ecologically safe
and it is usable for in- and outdoor. Sportswear, textiles for decoration,
bed sheets, large format banners or flags are only a small selection of
media, which can be printed on.
More information: www.multiplot.de
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11) SAi: New Flexi 8 Family at FESPA
Digital
 SA International, formerly Scanvec Amiable, introduced the new release of its
flagship signmaking products – Flexi 8 – during
FESPA Digital with a first showing to the European public. The many
enthusiastic reactions received, both from existing Flexi users and visitors
to the SAi booth, confirms a leading edge
technology and production features Flexi provides to the professional signmaker. Among the most welcomed new features are the
unique TrueShape Nesting tools – an industry first
– as well as the dynamic spelling, PDF export, extended weedlines,
anti-aliasing, latest CPSI, the new FlexiPRINT&CUT
level and the many new “out-of-the-box” supported devices. The new Flexi 8
Family, localized European editions, will start shipping by the time you read
this. Further on display were the latest versions of the PhotoPRINT
5 FAMILY V5.0v2 and the new EnRoute 3 FAMILY V3.3,
capitalizing the leading role SA International continuous to play in the Signmaking, Wide Format Printing and CNC Machining
markets.
More information: www.SAintl.biz
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12) EFI: VUTEk
Printers now feature EFI Fiery XF RIP Software
VUTEk®,
a division of EFI, presented at FESPA Digital the new EFI® Fiery® XF RIP
software. EFI Fiery XF software delivers high-speed processing, exceptional
color quality and increased productivity. The Fiery XF software, using Bestcolor Technology, enables the addition of multiple
proofing devices to the production equipment, and integration with EFI Print
Management Information Systems (MIS) and Web2Print products. EFI Fiery XF
software provides users of VUTEk superwide format printers with advanced production
capabilities through an intuitive, easy-to-use graphic user interface and
preview feature with sound zooming to simplify work. EFI Fiery XF software
provides sophisticated ICC-based color management and easy-to-use color
adjustment functions to ensure consistent and excellent colors from VUTEk’s superwide format
printers. International spot color tables are built in, ensuring correct
reproduction of company colors and logos. Advanced features, such as
generating ICC profiles and optimizing existing profiles, allow users to
achieve appealing colors and tones that meet customer demands. EFI Fiery XF software
also works seamlessly with spectrophotometers from GretagMacbeth
or X-Rite. And, with the solution’s linearization tool, users can produce
consistent, accurate color output every time. EFI Fiery XF software will be
available from early Q3 2006.
More information: www.vutek.com/fieryxf
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13) ONYX Graphics: Successful launch
of Version 7.0
 ONYX Graphics introduced version
7.0 of its color production workflow software at FESPA Digital with great
success. The “Discover a New World of Digital Printing Workflow” campaign as
seen throughout the booth gave visitors insight into the new features and
benefits of version 7.0. The hourly live demonstrations attracted large
crowds interested in seeing first hand how ONYX solutions work within large
and wide format printing environments. ONYX products were demonstrated in
more than 20 partner booths such as Mutoh, HP and HP Scitex,
MacDermid, Spandex, Spühl,
Durst, Agfa and GCS Belgium. Version 7.0 offers a host
of new features including improved workflow efficiencies with a 28% faster
RIP speed, a new Layout Tool with a new Variable Data feature for batch
customization, a new Media Manager application, better profile generation
tools, a streamlined AutoUpdate function, easier
installation, and new documentation. Users of ONYX version 6.0 and 6.5 can
purchase and download an update to 7.0 now through AutoUpdate.
New version 7.0 packages will start shipping in June 2006.
More information: www.onyxgfx.com
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14) Wasatch: Support for new lineup of
DisplayMaker
Wasatch
Computer Technology has announced new support for nine printers from MacDermid ColorSpan. Included in
this release are drivers for both UV and solvent inkjet devices in the DisplayMaker product line. For consumers considering an
investment in affordable flatbed UV technology, Wasatch has released support
for the DisplayMaker 72UVR as well as the DisplayMaker UVX devices which offer users additional
media flexibility and increased production speed. New support for the DisplayMaker 72SI and 98SI devices will make SoftRIP a leading RIP option for solvent DisplayMaker users as well. These new drivers from Wasatch
have been rigorously tested to ensure reliable, quality results for every
installation. Wasatch will offer standard driver support for popular 72 inch MacDermid ColorSpan printers,
including the 72UVR, 72 UVX, 72S/72SR, 72SRU, and 72SI models. Support is
available for the 98 inch DisplayMaker 98UVX, 98SI,
and 98SX models with a grand format driver fee.
More information: www.wasatch.com
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15) Xennia: New XenJet
Vivide range of UV-cure inks
Following
rigorous testing, Xennia's new XenJet
Vivide range of CMYK pigmented UV-cure inks have
been approved by Xaar for use with its OmniDot 760 greyscale printheads. The inks offer outstanding jetting, color and
mechanical properties, and when used in conjunction with Xaar's
OmniDot 760 printheads
set new standards of quality on a wide range of flexible graphics, packaging
and label substrates. XenJet Vivide
UV cure inks are the first Xennia inks to be
approved by Xaar under a new ink partnership,
building on the existing preferred integrator relationship between the two
companies. Further inks for Xaar printheads are planned for launch by Xennia
during 2006. XenJet Vivide
inks are optimized for color gamut and vibrancy, speed of cure and low odor.
The cured inks demonstrate excellent adhesion and durability on many
substrates, together with high levels of chemical, abrasion, temperature
resistance and UV light-fastness.
More information: www.xennia.com and
www.xaar.co.uk
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16) Marabu: Marabu
Inks – success formula for Large Ideas
At FESPA Digital Marabu
presented “Digital Printing Inks for Large Ideas” for the segments wide
format and super wide format as well as UV-applications. The exhibition was a
full success. Marabu presented first solutions for
wide format with a new, mild solvent-based inkjet ink which will be available
by the middle of 2006. Characteristics like a wide color gamut and excellent lightfastness have been combined in a perfect way.
Another focal point was the printing ink Marajet
DI-E for Mimaki JV3-75 SP II, JV3-160 S/SP and
JV3-250 SP. With this superfine pigment quality an optimal color gamut could
be ensured. Marajet DI-E offers a great variety of
substrates: PVC self-adhesive foils, different tarpaulin materials, mesh with
paper backing, coated and uncoated textiles and suitable papers, as well as
different reflecting foils. On suitable quality foils a lightfastness
of up to two years can be achieved. Outdoor prints which are subject to
mechanical stress like e.g. graphics on cars will require an additional
lamination or varnish for mechanical protection. For the Super Wide Printing
machines Marabu presented the color systems Marajet DI-V for Vutek UltraVu®, Marajet DI-S for Scitex Grandjet/ XL Jet, and Marajet DI-N for NUR Salsa/Ultima™
machines. With the UV-curable inkjet series Ultrajet
DUV-X for Zünd, Marabu
developed an ink system which is the perfect basis for flatbed printing
machines thanks to its wide substrate range. Besides that, it is also best
suited for outdoor applications.
More information: www.marabu-inks.com
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17) TEPEDE – Color variety and
brilliance
 TEPEDE, with the new media, showed
an up to now never achieved color variety and brilliance on the FESPA
Digital. Alike whether the new Clingfilm, the puncture film or the
polypropylenes film, the media variety and the media qualities convinced the
visitors. However, also the shown systems convinced – the Mutoh Spitfire 100
with Bulk-Ink system, the new Osprey 75 as well as the Rockhopper
3 with the eco-solvent-ultra inks – that they are ideally for sign painters.
To continue the specific offers for complete printing systems as well as the
announcement the successful Try-and-Buy offer for the color controller TEPEDE
ColorBooster have found furthermore a great
interest. Try-and-Buy: Customers of other software solutions can test this
secure and extremely rapid solution for 14 days freely. Detailed information
about the specific offers are at the homepage of
TEPEDE.
More information: www.tepede.com and
email: info@de.tepede.com
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18) ASLAN: New translucent goldfilm for light boxes
From May
2006 on ASLAN, German manufacturer of self-adhesive films,
presents a new translucent gold film for light box-applications. Shiny golden
during daylight, this film shows its advantage at night: Illuminated from the
back, the film still shows a golden-yellowish color – no spotlights from
outside are needed. This film is perfect for pub- and bar signs and available
in two qualities: ASLAN CA 23 for an outdoor durability of two years and ASLAN
CA 30 with an UV-protection for an outdoor durability of 5 years. Both films
can be plotted easily and available in the measurement of 25 m x 1,25 m.
More information: www.ASLAN-Schwarz.com
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19) Avery: New Avery DOL 1030
3D-Laminate
Color
fading, scratches, and the effects of automatic car wash bays are the enemies
of self-adhesive vehicle graphics. Now Avery Dennison Graphics Division
Europe has developed an innovative, ultra-conformable overlaminating
film that finally offers fail-safe surface protection – even over compound
curves, corrugations, and rivets. Avery DOL 1030 3D-Laminate is a product,
which is newly available in the Avery Digital Overlaminates
range from Avery Graphics distributors across Europe. It overcomes a number of problem
areas, particularly for commercial vehicles where longer-life corporate
graphics need good surface protection. Avery DOL 1030 3D-Laminate offers
significant benefits for digital print and graphics application team. A
high-gloss cast film, just 30 microns thick, it is very forgiving during warm
application, and highly conformable (as you would expect from a cast film).
Designed to partner graphics printed using solvent, mild solvent,
and eco-solvent inks, Avery DOL 1030 3D-Laminate can be pre-applied to
graphics in-house by the signmaker using standard
roll-to-roll cold laminators.
More information:
www.europe.averygraphics.com
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20) Papergraphics: Blue Fish – New range of solvent media
Papergraphics is delighted to announce the launch a fabulous new digital range of
solvent print media for graphics. Blue Fish is an exceptional range of
solvent printable media that has been specifically developed for superior
outdoor performance. The Blue Fish range delivers a superb choice of products
and offers everything possibly wish for to survive the great outdoors: resilience;
confidence; bright colors, strength and durability. From vinyls
to bluebacks, backlits to
static and self-adhesive window films, this creatively inspired range has
been developed to work brilliantly with a broad range of printers.
More information: www.bluefish.biz
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21) Hexis: New repositionable
adhesive for solvent media
At the
recent FESPA Digital show in Amsterdam, Hexis S.A. for the first time demonstrated
their new repositionable adhesive technology HX200 Hex’Press. Hexis launched a
series of vinyl media for solvent and eco-solvent inkjet with a newly
developed liner and adhesive compound that makes the film repositionable
during application and allowing convenient elimination of air bubbles. Thus
wet application is no longer required and the installer avoids the risks commonly
associated with wrinkles and entrapped air. The main characteristics of the
new technology are a structured high performance adhesive, an embossed liner
and a polymeric high performance vinyl. As the film remains repositionable during application, the installer achieves
substantial cost savings through fast and efficient completion of vehicle
wraps and fleet markings. The HX200 Series is available with either a grey
(opaque) or a clear (transparent) adhesive on a special polyethylene paper
liner and with a matching laminate the printed product offers an outdoor
durability of up to 4 years. The standard roll sizes are 45m, 100m or 200m
long and 1370mm or 1600mm wide. Technical data sheets are available on
request from Hexis S.A. or local distributors. Currently
the technology is not for sale in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
More information: www.hexisgroup.com
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22) 3P: New SubliDirect
line
3P InkJet Textiles presents a newly created range of polyester
fabrics especially for high speed printing with sublimation inks. The new SubliDirect line comprises four different fabrics: SubliDirect Voile FR (IQ-IJ 617), SubliDirect
Flag (IQ-IJ 621), SubliDirect Display FR (IQ-IJ
625) and SubliDirect Taft FR (IQ-IJ 629), whereas
the Flag material is also available with a flame retardant coating (IQ-IJ
619). All textiles marked with “FR” are flame retardant and can be used
unconsidered in public buildings. The high speed printing technology makes
high demands on coating and textiles. With the grand-format printers DuPont™ Artistri™ 2020 and d.gen Telios 3P’s newest SubliDirect line achieve fantastic results. 3P InkJet Textiles makes the production of permanent prints
with brilliant and vivid colors quite simple. After heat activation the
prints are visible on both sides in first quality. The special 3P coating
offers a wide color gamut. The sublimation direct printing allows
reproducible first-class image quality that resist abrasion and other
mechanical stress. 3P InkJet Textiles recommends
this new line for point-of-purchase advertising, banners, exhibition
graphics, wall murals, stage graphics and flags. All this media are available
in 61 or 98 inches width, roll length vary.
More information: www.3p-inktextiles.com
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23) Mehler Texnologies:
FESPA – A success
The first
verdict on FESPA Digital 2006 is: it was worth it. The growing importance of
digital large-format printing was once again underlined by the great demand
for banner materials. Furthermore, it became apparent, that quality is of the
utmost importance. Printability and color rendering as well as material
strength, weathering resistance and processing versatility are the
properties, which are hugely important to printers and customers.
Consequently, AIRTEX®-materials attracted the visitors’ greatest attention,
and AIRTEX® magic took first place in the running: its textile structure and
having one glossy and one semi-matte side make it suitable for a great
variety of uses. In addition to its standard program, Mehler
Texnologies also presented the product types at Frontlit and Backlit. Mehler Texnologies has been a leading manufacturer in Europe for a long time, but the great
number of interested parties from outside the European market speaks for the
quality of its banner materials, which meanwhile is already widely known on
the international market.
More information: www.mehler-texnologies.com
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24) Hahnemuehle: FineArt
Pearl – A new FineArt
Paper
In
response to the growing demand for a superior fiber-based digital FineArt media with the look and feel of a traditional
darkroom photo paper, the Hahnemuehle mill is
introducing the newest member of its digital FineArt
media collection: Fine Art Pearl. Fine Art Pearl 285gsm is a triple coated, lignin
free, 100% alpha-cellulose paper. The result is age resistant paper with a
surface that is remarkably similar to a traditional silver gelatin double-weight
photo paper. Hahnemuehle FineArt
Pearl proved to be significantly superior in D-Max, white point and surface
structure. When FineArt Pearl was previewed at PMA
2006 in Orlando, the response from those who saw the samples
was overwhelmingly positive. It will come in all standard sheet
and roll sizes. The Hahnemühle paper mill has been
producing quality artist’s papers for over 420 years. Since its founding in
1584 they have developed experience and a tradition of excellence in art
materials that is now been brought to the digital age, and fine art InkJet printing. The German based company, whose
headquarters are in Dassel, has 150 employees worldwide.
More information: www.hahnemuehle.com
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25) MACtac Europe: New fully automated
packing line
MACtac
Europe has invested in a new fully automated packing line for paper sheets at
its Soignies site in Belgium. MACprint/Starliner
paper sheet stock has been a quality leader for more than 30 years in Europe. This investment will help MACtac to stay ahead of the market evolution thanks to
improved service to its Customers and Distributors. It will also guarantee MACtac growth in this highly competitive market by
doubling the Company production capacity of this product range. MACprint/Starliner paper sheet stock is available from MACtac authorized distributors and merchants.
More information: www.mactac-europe.com
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26) PerfectProof: ProofMaster
v3 – revolutionary all-in-one solution
The
latest release of PerfectProof’s award-winning ProofMaster software gives wide format printing and silk
screen professionals an unprecedented, full-fledged solution for all their
proofing, printing and cutting needs. ProofMaster
v3 is a software suite that can proof and drive Wide format printing and silk
screen printing applications with equal ease and accuracy from both Mac and
PC. The ability to go from design to production with guaranteed color
accuracy, and all from a single platform, yields huge efficiency gains. ProofMaster v3 works seamlessly for all specialty
applications — high-level fogra-certified color
proofing, silk screen film production and wide format proofing, printing and
cutting. The package allows the users to accurately simulate any wide format
prints on a more manageable size ink jet printer. Because it is an
all-in-one, fully integrated package, ProofMaster
v3 significantly reduces training, installation and technical support time,
yielding further savings. ProofMaster v3 will be
available worldwide as of second half Q2 2006.
More information: www.perfectproof.com
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27) GretagMacbeth: New Eye-One Display Solutions
GretagMacbeth announces an all-new high-end professional version of its
award-winning Eye-One Display 2 monitor calibration solution. At the same
time, GretagMacbeth is pleased to announce the new
Eye-One Display LT for budget conscious professionals just getting started
with color management. Both of the new Eye-One Display solutions feature the
renowned professional Eye-One Display measurement device, which is recognized
as the defacto industry standard for its ability to
precisely measure all types of displays, including LCDs,
CRTs and laptops, as well as its high sensitivity in dark areas resulting in
a better control of shadow detail. The new functionality in the Eye-One
solutions is a result of the new Eye-One Match 3.6 software that is included
with the devices, making it ideal for both new users as well as existing
Eye-One Display 2 and Eye-One Pro users. With Eye-One Display 2, users can
utilize the Ambient Check and Match functions to take precise measurements of
the ambient light in their environment to ensure that their standard viewing
conditions remain consistent – ideal for professional designers and
photographers who want an accurate match between their light box and their
monitor. Current Eye-One Display 2 owners can benefit from all the new
Eye-One Display 2 enhancements by simply downloading the new Eye-One Match
3.6 software. The new Eye-One Display LT solution provides the perfect entry
point for professionals who are investing in monitor calibration for the
first time. It enables a basic set of functionality within the new version of
Eye-One Match 3.6 that provides users with the possibility to calibrate their
monitors and adjust the color on-screen with a few simple clicks. If a user
wants to upgrade their Eye-One Display LT to an Eye-One Display 2, they can do
so at any time simply by purchasing a license code to enable the full Eye-One
Match 3.6 functionality. Both products are compatible with Mac OS X (10.3 or
higher) and Windows 2000, XP and x64. Eye-One Display 2 is available
immediately through the GretagMacbeth reseller
network worldwide. Eye-One Display LT is available through select GretagMacbeth resellers in Europe, Asia and Latin America, as well as through Pantone and
their reseller network worldwide. Current owners of Eye-One Display 2 and
Eye-One Pro solutions (including Eye-One Design, Eye-One Photo, etc.) can
download the new Eye-One Match 3.6 software for free from gretagmacbeth.com.
More information: www.gretagmacbeth.com
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28) SEAL Graphics: Toolkit for Liquid
Lamination
Given the
growing interest in liquid lamination techniques, SEAL Graphics has brought
together new literature, warranty certificates, machine presentations,
technical data, sample swatches of liquid laminates and a whole lot more, to
introduce a new marketing program especially dedicated to this recent
development. Called 'Liquid Essentials', this program follows the success of
'SEAL Essentials', the toolkit for SEAL products and services launched at
FESPA last year. Liquid Essentials includes samples produced on four liquid
coaters – the AquaSEAL 1600, SW3300, Signcoater and AquaSEAL 72UV and
on two different media: Solvent Backlit PVC Banner and Solvent Economy Vinyl
Matte. It includes Materials Safety sheets with technical details on the
liquid coatings, warranty statements on SEAL's
Integrated Graphics Protection System for fleet graphics and truck side
curtains; as well as details of the new, purpose-built training facility, the
SEAL Academy. The Academy is available to end-users for
tailor-made courses which may be either application- or machine-specific
according to their needs. The toolkit comes with a CD containing an
electronic ROI calculator, a corporate presentation and four individual
"How to operate" machine presentations.
More information: www.sealgraphics.com
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29) photokina: Around 1,600 suppliers and 160,000 visitors
expected
 Imaging is more - photokina is more: Starting on September 26, 2006, photokina will
once again be setting the standard as the global information and
communication platform of the imaging sector, with the latest techniques,
products, applications and services. It is the wide range of products on
show, which cover the entire scope of the complex imaging market that makes photokina unique. At the same time, the trade fair is
presenting itself in a new light: The modified concept of the "new photokina" and the premiere in the new Cologne exhibition center ensure that
even regular visitors to the show are eagerly awaiting this year's event.
It's already clear that photokina will live up to
its reputation as the global sector highlight once again this year. The trade
fair distinguishes itself in the booming global imaging market by its unique
competence in imaging - expertise built up over decades. It is highly
regarded by consumers and professionals alike. The fair's popularity among
renowned exhibitors is correspondingly high. Around 1,600 suppliers from 50
countries will be presenting at this year's "World of Imaging,"
with more than 60 percent of them coming from outside Germany. Around 160,000 visitors from 140
countries - mostly professional users and dealers - are expected in Cologne. The attractive venue for photokina 2006 is provided by Cologne's new exhibition center, which
has already generated a very positive response from exhibitors and visitors
at several large trade fairs. photokina: 26 September to 01
October 2006
More information: www.photokina.de
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30) FESPA 2007: Sales Campaign for
FESPA 2007
The
global sales campaign for FESPA 2007 in Berlin has begun, with the launch of the
FESPA 2007 website, and the publication of the sales brochure for the show.
The new FESPA 2007 sales brochure carries a striking front-cover shot of Berlin’s iconic Brandenburg Gate, and
includes the show’s new strapline, ‘The Power of
Imaging’. It features a gallery of vibrant images illustrating the buzz and
vitality of the last FESPA World Expo held in Munich in June 2005, which broke all
previous FESPA visitor records with over 33,000 visitors from more than 121
different countries, a 74% increase over the previous FESPA event. A raft of
big-name screen and digital suppliers has already indicated their commitment
to participating in FESPA 2007. FESPA 2007 will occupy eight halls at Messe Berlin, equating to at least 48000 square
meters of floor space. Centrally located in Berlin, the exhibition grounds are
directly connected via autobahn to the city's three international airports. Messe Berlin also offers ideal connections to
one of the world's best public transport systems.
FESPA
2007, 5 to 9 June 2007
More information: www.fespa2007.com
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31) GretagMacbeth: Colour
Without Limits Seminar
GretagMacbeth, Hewlett-Packard, Apple and Adobe are currently touring Europe through June with the “Colour Without Limits” seminar. This complete color workflow
training is designed to give digital print shops, designers and photo
professionals the knowledge and the tools to understand and apply color
management. Registration is still open in most cities. Here's what some
attendees were saying: "All of my color concerns were covered. The
instructor's knowledge was outstanding."; "Thorough explanation of
color profiles and how to manage different input and output devices.";
"Good introduction into a subject that's hard to know where to start“.
The 9am-5pm seminar includes lunch, a GretagMacbeth huey™ monitor calibrator and the Color Toolkit. Visit www.graphintel.com/cwl for registration, the full agenda
and printable seminar information.
More information: www.gretagmacbeth.com
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32) EasySIGN: Numerical Control Design b.v. is EasySIGN b.v.
EasySIGN
announces that it has changed the company name and starts doing business as EasySIGN b.v..
"The EasySIGN software product and the EasySIGN brand name are well known in the sign industry.
The company is focused on the sign industry and has made major progress with
the recent release of the new EasySIGN Print Server
software. Large format printing software is and will be our key business and
therefore a change of the EasySIGN logo is
required. The raster behind the new EasySIGN logo
reflects our strong relation with printing and the CMYK circle at the bottom
shows our link with full color. Our house style will change gradually in
2006," said Mr. Paul Schoofs, CEO of EasySIGN b.v..
Visitors of FESPA Digital exhibition in Amsterdam have noticed the introduction of
the new Print Server software, new company name and EasySIGN
logo.
More information: www.easysign.com
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