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3) EFI: ImageBox uses VUTEk
printers
Australia-based
full-service graphics printer, ImageBox, has used
its VUTEk UltraVU 3360
and PressVu UV-200/600 printers from EFI to produce
high quality large format graphics for the 2006 Commonwealth Games, held in Melbourne. Installed in some of Melbourne’s busiest tourist areas, the job
included over 500 square meters of window graphics and signage. ImageBox has designed it to create maximum awareness of
the games throughout the city. The VUTEk flatbed
printer the company also used to print sponsorship signage and large graphic
murals direct to rigid boards. These graphics they have installed at Melbourne’s International Shooting Center, Exhibition Center and airport. ImageBox
also used its UltraVu 3360 solvent based printer to
produce a building wrap for Melbourne’s high profile visitor center,
located in Federation Square. Printed in one-way vision self adhesive
vinyl, the visitor center wrap was printed in panels, covering two full sides
of the building.
More information: www.efi-vutek.com
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4) Mutoh: Publi-Lettres expands production
capacity
The wide
format printing and signmaking company Publi-Lettres, Longwy/France,
has recently installed – being the first in France – a Mutoh Phoenix S 3.3 meter
super wide 6 color solvent printer in its premises. The system was sold via
Mutoh Europe’s authorized reseller Intersoft s.a.r.l. Publi-Lettres is using
the Mutoh Phoenix S printer specifically for the production of full-color
truck banners. The pictures are being printed in landscape onto 3.3-meter
wide 900g/sqm banner, with a visible height of 2.7 m to allow for confection.
Wide-format full-color print for vehicles is a booming business, the General
Manager of Publi-Lettres explained. A delivery
vehicle driving frequently in town is seen 7000 times per hour, or about 14
million times a year, and we have decorated more than 800 vehicles, he
continues. With the Phoenix S 6 color printer they can now produce a truck
banner in one go at full height, without need for welding the banner afterwards.
Publi-Lettres have chosen for the Mutoh Phoenix S
printer for several reasons. They had – beside others – a look for a printer
offering a print width over 2.5 m to extend their production volume of
outdoor prints. The Phoenix S printer immediately caught their interest since
it incorporates the same head technology that is used in the Toucan 4 color
solvent printer.
More information: www.mutoh.be
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5) ONYX Graphics: Version 7.0 is now shipping
 ONYX Graphics announced that it
has started shipping its new Version 7.0 products. Discover improved workflow
efficiencies that increase productivity and meet the demands of new business
opportunities. ONYX brings more choices for better performance in speed,
color management and ink/media savings. By clicking on the ONYX product links
below you will see feature focused demos and return on investment scenarios
on the new elements in 7.0, such as: Faster RIP Speeds, New Nesting, New
Media Manager, New Layout Tool, New Variable Data Feature, ICC Profile
Generator – Now included in ProductionHouse. (ONYX RIPCenter
,
ONYX PosterShop and ONYX ProductionHouse).
More information: www.onyxgfx.com
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6) Wasatch introduces SoftRIP Version 5.3
Wasatch Computer Technology, LLC
has released version 5.3 of Wasatch SoftRIP. This
release offers significant feature releases for users looking for great color
and those producing monochromatic prints for the flexo
and screen printing markets. The Color Atlas Generator helps to produce
custom spot colors based on particular print scenario. Simply specify a range
of color swatches to print using selected printer, profile, ink, and media.
To reproduce exact colors, pick desired swatch and enter its RGB values into SoftRIP. With this tool, you can be sure your spot colors
will match 100%, every time. Users of the SoftRIP
Textile Edition have been using this innovative feature for years to achieve
exact Spot Colors in complicated direct-to-fabric workflows. With version
5.3, this spot color tool becomes a standard component of SoftRIP.
Achieve Breakthrough Color Separations Density Using Epson 4800/7800/9800
Printers Wasatch SoftRIP SP now includes halftone
capabilities to easily achieve high dMax using the
Epson x800 series printers, while also improving dot placement accuracy.
Users with valid service contracts as of July 7, 2006 are eligible for a free upgrade
to version 5.3 as long as they request the upgrade before the end of their
service contract.
More information: www.wasatch.com
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7) RIPit features new OpenRIP Flexo
5.0
RIPit
Computer Corp. will highlight its new OpenRIP Flexo 5.0 as the latest edition in the company’s award
winning OpenRIP Series at LABELEXPO Americas 2006,
held in Chicago from September 11 to 14. RIPit’s
OpenRIP Flexo 5.0
delivers a new level of workflow automation with a wide range of features and
performance enhancements designed to increase prepress production and
accuracy. OpenRIP Flexo
5.0 is an Adobe PostScript 3T RIP, which makes it easy if so handle complex
digital files and output to multiple devices. Flexo
5.0 handles all the repetitive and tedious work of preparing files for output
by automatically applying step & repeat distortion, bearer bars and traps
to suit a wide variety of production needs. Flexo
5.0 allows prepress operators to focus on preparing artwork in a simple,
one-up workflow. Standard features include, such as: monitor preview,
automatic distortion, bearer bars and marks. New and available features include
like RasterView, In-Rip trapping with TrapZone, screened bearer bars, color density swatches,
RIP-Integrated color management, and a lot of others.
LABELEXPO
Americas 2006: booth 6326
More information: www.ripit.com
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8) ONYX Graphics: Support for Mimaki JV5 Series
Inkjet Printers
 ONYX Graphics announced it has
added support for the Mimaki JV5 Series inkjet
printers for ONYX ProductionHouseTM and
ONYX PosterShop® 7.0 Workflow Solutions
software products. ONYX software solutions include key features such as
PANTONE® Spot Color Matching, Contour Cutting Workflow and
Automatic Job Nesting, which enhance the performance capabilities of the Mimaki JV5 Series printers. The 54-inch wide JV5-130S and
64-inch wide JV5-160S are Mimaki’s next generation
of wide format solvent inkjet printers using newly developed print heads.
ONYX has developed the Mimaki JV5 driver and
profiles to operate the printers at top performance capabilities. The Mimaki JV5 Series driver will be included in all standard
7.0 versions of ONYX ProductionHouse and ONYX PosterShop software. The driver will be available at no
charge to existing license holders upon release of the Mimaki
printer, expected in early Fall 2006. ONYX will offer a wide range of media
profiles when the JV5 begins shipping. To locate an authorized ONYX
Authorized Reseller, visit the ONYX Graphics website.
More information: www.onyxgfx.com
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9) SCP Software Co. exhibits at HP Academy 2006 in Dubai
At the
upcoming HP Academy 2006, which this year takes place from 3 to 5 September
in Dubai, Germany-headquartered SCP Software Co. will exhibit their software
solutions for large-format scanning, copying, printing and print workflow
management. As an HP software partner of long standing and sponsor of the
event, SCP will have a booth right opposite the main entrance of the
exhibition area in the Madinat Jumeirah
Hotel. Demonstrating their software with an HP DesignJet
4500 mfp, the German software developers will point
out the profit opportunities the added value of the SCP solutions brings to
HP resellers and customers, focusing on the move from monochrome to color
printing currently taking place in the engineering market. Central in SCP’s presentation is their latest product
reprocontrol.net, meeting the highest standards in print management with an
extensive set of much sought-after features such as an integrated workflow
for color and black/white files, professional color management, remote job
submission with file preview, mixed print sets, load sharing, remote
configuration, user administration and cost tracking.
More information: www.scp.de
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10)  X-Rite: GretagMacbeth announces 2006
Training in Europe
Gretag
Macbeth is pleased to announce their color training opportunities in Europe for 2006. These include touring
seminars, customized on-site Color Expert™ training and a range of workshops
in their Centers for Color Excellence in Zurich, Frankfurt, Birmingham, Paris, Florence and Milan. The range of workshops offered
include: “Eye-One Workshop”, “Introduction to Colour
Management Workshop”, “ProfileMaker Workshop”,
“Press Optimization and 4 Color Offset Process Control Workshop” as well as
“Press Optimization and Spot Color Control Workshop”. On the website below
you will find more information in regards to dates, location, agenda, cost
and online-registration.
More
information: www.graphintel.com/news/europe.html
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11) Gandinnovations launched Jeti Liquid Laminate
Gandinnovations recently started manufacturing the Jeti
Liquid Laminate, a clear coating of protection made especially for
grand-format signs such as POP displays, car wraps and oversized banners. The
Jeti Liquid Laminate is a water-based,
water-soluble no-hazardous air pollutant (non-HAP) product that does not have
any volatile organic compounds. Resistance to scratches, chemicals, fade, and
pollution are among the high levels of protection that the Jeti Liquid Laminate provides. It is also very easy to use,
and can be applied with a simple sponge brush, can be sprayed on or applied
using a liquid laminator. The clear coat dries to the touch in minutes and is
much cured after just 24 hours.
More information: www.gandinnovations.com
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12) TEPEDE expands media range
After the
big success of new media at FESPA Digital mainly the new and very innovative
CLING GLOSS film, TEPEDE again in July was introducing new media for backlit
and banner application. The Backlit SP Easy Track is a durable white matt
adhesive translucent polyester based film. Its reverse side is self-adhesive
with special easy tack glue. The image surface is anti-static coated; both
sides are applicable after printing. SP stands for Super Pore technology
coating allowing high-density colors and a real powered black. Rolls are
available in 81,4 cm and 127 cm. The Banner 440 is
PVC laminated Polyester fabric, B1 zertified and
due to this fact suitable for all indoor “Front-Lit” application like
billboards, banner, and shop displays. But it’s also suitable for outdoor
like building murals. Banner P500 is best suited for all banner applications
with need for high color densities and photo realistic quality. Due to
special coating, this substrate can deal with even high amounts of inks
preventing banding which sometimes is visible with other banner media.
More information: www.tepede.com
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13) Avery: Take it easy with new easy apply films
Avery
Dennison Graphics Division Europe has introduced two new self-adhesive films:
Avery MPI 1004 Easy Apply, and Avery MPI 2004 Easy Apply. These premium
products deliver complementary characteristics that make them the ideal
digital films for digital printers who want to be able to respond to
customers’ needs quickly – and with high-quality results at every level. They
are easy to print – with an extensive color gamut at high print speed, easy
to apply, and easy to remove, so the company says. The two films cover end
users’ needs for high-end digital graphics – Avery MPI 1004 for curved/corrugated
surfaces, and Avery MPI 2004 for flat surfaces. Avery MPI 1004 is a 50-micron
gloss white calendared cast vinyl – suitable for the most demanding applications
indoors and out. Avery MPI 2004 is an 80-micron gloss white vinyl for flat or
slightly curved surfaces. Both are optimized for printing on wide- and
super-wide-format inkjet printers with solvent, mild/eco-solvent, and
UV-curable inks. Additionally, Avery MPI 1004 Easy Apply is fully-compatible
with the new Avery DOL 1030 3D-Laminate, which is recommended for surface
protection of the printed graphics. Full details of Avery MPI 1004 Easy Apply
and Avery MPI 2004 Easy Apply, and an easy-access listing of distributors
across Europe, are available via the website.
More information:
www.europe.averygraphics.com
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14) Qualimage: Outdoor backlit paper for solvent inks
The 904 Scrolljet 175 gsm is designed
specifically for solvent inks and lends itself to the printing of advertising
panels for scrolling light boxes. The technical specialists from Qualimage have successfully created a paper with a
wet-strength base and a formation that enhances the stiffness of the sheet.
With these properties the highest stability during display and rotation can
be achieved even when variable temperatures and humidity abound. Furthermore,
the grade has a uniform formation, which realizes shine-through properties.
The grade is finished with a porous coating in order to allow certain
penetration of the ink into the body of the paper to achieve vibrant colors
in backlit and frontlit situations. The combination
of the open structure of the paper and an optimized controlled penetration of
the ink into the coating makes for fast print speeds. The grand format
solvent printers are the primary target group for this excellent new product.
The grade is sold in standard inkjet widths and in oversize widths up to 310
cm to match all typical national widths of backlit systems. Qualimage has developed a coating so that Scrolljet is also suitable for UV curable inks, simultaneously this offers a universality and the
flexibility to make creative concepts come alive.
More information: www.qualimage-swiss.com
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15) Hahnemühle: New exhibition stand at photokina
Hahnemühle Fine Art, a pioneer in developing and producing digital fine art
media, will show its new larger booth at photokina.
The 100-sqm stand, the company decked out in the typical silver grey color
well-known worldwide from the packaging used for Hahnemühle
Digital FineArt Paper. Many photos will display the
Lumijet range of papers. The new Hahnemühle Museum Etching quality they will launch in Europe to coincide with photokina. With a grammage of
350 gsm, it is an artist’s board made of 100
percent cotton linters. Visitors at photokina can
vote in a paper election on the Hahnemühle stand.
They can choose their favorite paper from a selection of eight different
Digital FineArt Papers from the collection. The OEM
partnership with Canon and HP enables Hahnemühle to
give exclusive FineArt printing demonstrations on
the new inkjet printers of both manufacturers on the Hahnemühle
stand. The well-known Lumijet range from Hahnemühle will be renewed for photokina
2006.
photokina 2006, hall 10.1, booth C020
More information: www.hahnemuehle.com
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16) Mehler Texnologies: The “Wall” of the Stadium
 Printed on banner material
produced by Mehler Texnologies,
the down-sized replica of the Berlin Olympic Stadium was the centerpiece of
the adidas World of Football. As the main sponsor
of the FIFA World Cup 2006, the sports items manufacturer used the Platz der Republik,
the large square in front of the German Parliament building, the Reichstag,
to erect the arena and thus to offer football enthusiasts an unforgettable
experience. In this way, roughly 10,000 spectators had the opportunity to
enjoy the public viewing of every match in an atmosphere just like being in a
stadium. To create a detailed, true replica of the Olympic Stadium, the steel
scaffolding of the mini-arena was given an outer covering made of banner
material manufactured by Mehler Texnologies.
The enterprise contracted to carry out the work, P.O.S. Hauptmannl,
decided to use VALMEX ® FRONTLIT II FR. The façade of the stadium was
digitally printed onto 114 elements with a banner width of 3 meters and a
height of 15.2 meters. The two towers and the staircases were also added. In
this way an impressive total surface area of 6870 sqm
was created. A further 1,800 sqm of VALMEX® AIRTEX
magic FR digitally printed were used to evoke the best possible stadium
atmosphere on the inside of the arena. Surrounding the entire area, the
organizers commissioned the erection of a fence with a length of 2.2
kilometers. This was also completely digitally printed. The material used was
VALMEX® mesh FR, the entire surface area amounted to
8.500 sqm. Large-scale projects, like the
replication of the Berlin Olympic Stadium, not only require that the banner
material used allows a brilliant printed image but also place high demands in
respective of the weather resistance and strength of the material and the
workmanship. Photo Copyright: P.O.S.Hauptmannl
More information: www.mehler-texnologies.com
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17) 3P meets high demands of HP Scitex
For the
Shanghai Ad & Sign 2006 HP Scitex chose TruColor Flag CS (IQ-IJ420) from 3P InkJet
Textiles AG to show perfect flag printing with their printer innovation
TJ8500. The whole paper-backed TruColor family is
recommended for best results with HP Scitex TJ8300
solvent printer and TJ8500 UV printer. 3P's high quality standards in
production ensure premium paper-backed fabrics for ideal media transport and
maximum ease of use. Furthermore vivid colors combined with exact coloring
and accurate image reproduction argues for the TruColor
line. Printed flags are outdoor durable because the special coating resists
environmental impacts like sunlight, water and abrasion. Flag prints are
perfectly visible on both sides in best image quality with luminous colors. TruColor Flag CS got the flame retardant test in Germany, Spain and America. Feel safe with 3P's flame
retardant media, anyway the legal Inkjet media for all public events. 3P InkJet Textiles AG offers TruColor
Flag CS from 30 to 122 inches on a 3" core. Especially for HP Scitex printers the 64 inches width is available on a
6" core.
More information: www.3p-inktextiles.com
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18) Océ: New Océ Media Guide
Océ
introduces the Océ Media Guide – the largest free
and most easy to use – online compatibility database of its kind. It provides
detailed advice and guidance that helps printing professionals select the
best media for their printers and applications. Detailed compatibility
information is provided for printing and finishing applications for more than
170 different Océ media (over 2000 articles).
Information is listed for hundreds of wide and small format printers, copiers
and laminators from Océ, as well as from other
manufacturers. The Océ Media Guide goes far beyond
providing a standard list of media that is compatible for specific equipment.
It provides expert guidance in choosing suitable media for a particular
printer and application, based on the expertise of the Océ
Supplies Knowledge Centre. The Centre measures the performance of Océ media in a variety of machines and applications.
Every type of media has distinct characteristics and reacts differently
according to the equipment and conditions where it is being used. Now,
printing professionals can quickly find a list of appropriate media that
match their printers and applications without having to worry about
compatibility issues.
More information: www.mediaguide.oce.com or
www.supplies.oce.com
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19) ALCAN offers lightweight board for indoor use
On introducing GATORFOAM board to
the market, the display division of ALCAN Composites draws attention to the
fact that users should examine these products very closely if they want to
find the right board material for a given task. The extremely stiff
lightweight board with resin-impregnated surfaces on both sides and expanded
polystyrene core is produced by ALCAN Composites in the USA and marketed by ALCAN Kapa GmbH in Europe. The all-round board, which in the US has become established in all
areas of signage, is being sold through the European distribution channels.
The product can impressively satisfy even exotic requirements of customers in
respect to individual finishing. Quick processing with normal methods and
tools makes this possible; cutting or fretting by band saw, oscillating saw,
circular saw, water jet cutter or mill is made easy. GATORFOAM is offered in
the standard sizes 2,440 x 1,220 mm and 3,050 x 1,524 mm. The 5 mm board in
2,440 x 1,220 mm format is also available with black surfaces in both sides
and with a black foam core.
More information: www.alcan.com
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20) Dr. Graphix Imaging: New Outdoor Display
Dr. Graphix Imaging has consistently developed quality
products for the large format print and display markets. The new Outdoor
Trilogy Progressive Display (DRTRILOD) is the latest addition to Dr. Graphix Imaging's impressive lineup of displays. Just
like Dr. Graphix original Trilogy the Outdoor
Trilogy incorporates a 3 sided prismatic design that rotates to display 3
individual advertisements. Mounted vertically or horizontally, this device
incorporates a unique interior lighting system that makes your images
viewable under almost any condition. The Trilogy rotates your images at
programmable intervals of 5 to 25 seconds beneath a clear protective shield
designed to protect your graphics from UV and exterior water damage. Dr. Graphix Imaging Outdoor Trilogy Progressive Displays include
a stainless steel frame for rugged durability and include Dr. Graphix Imaging’s legacy of outstanding support. The
Trilogy is available in 40”x26”, 60”x40” and 72”x48” sizes.
More information: www.drgraphix.com
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21) Visual Communication 2006 Italy
The
Visual Communication Italy 2006, International exhibition for everyone
involved in the communication industry, will be hosted by Europe’s most modern and futuristic
fairground Fiera Milano Rho, Milan – the new fairground. Visual
Communication in Milan, southern Europe’s thriving business center, will
be again the launch pad more than 500 technology and solution suppliers have
been choosing for the last 18 years to introduce those technologies and
communication media that set future trends. More than 20,000 professionals
from more than 73 countries are once more expected to attend Visual
Communication, the one exhibition that offers the chance to develop present
business, to discover tomorrow’s markets and to start networking with
business and marketing experts during seminars and hands-on workshops. The
4th edition of display SuperstarITALIA will again
take place during Visual Communication Italy within the “display Special Show
area”. Visual Communication Italy, 9 to 11 November 2006, Milan
More information: www.visualcommunication.it
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22) Caldera strengthens Marketing Team
Caldera
has hired Sébastien Hanssens
to strengthen its marketing and communication team as head of the new
Marketing, Communication and Multimedia department. As new Vice President of
Marketing and Communication, Hanssens will be
responsible for increasing Caldera’s visibility on the market, strengthening
corporate image and improving the product to market process. He will develop
and implement communication and marketing strategies to strengthen Caldera’s
position as a top level RIP solution developer. With an MBA from Edinburgh Business School, Edinburgh, Scotland, Sebastien
joins Caldera with a proven background in marketing, sales and business
leadership. Sebastien has a proven record within
the advertising, consumer goods and multimedia software industries. Caldera
Graphics is a software company specializing in color management, imaging and
driving solutions for large format peripherals.
More information: www.caldera.eu
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23) InteliCoat appoints Stan H.W. Verheijen
Meyer M.
Weiss, Vice President Digital Imaging of InteliCoat
Technologies®, announced that, effective immediately, Stan H.W. Verheijen has been appointed to Director Digital Imaging
EMEA. Mr. Weiss commented, "We are excited to have a person with Stan's
capabilities and experience join the digital imaging leadership team. With
his strong background, he will have an immediate positive impact both on our
company and on our ability to support our digital customers." Stan joins
InteliCoat with impressive credentials and
extensive experience, having been in management roles of increasing
responsibility with General Binding Corporation and most recently with Avery
Dennison Corporation. In his new role, Mr. Verheijen
will report directly to Meyer M. Weiss and will have overall responsibility
for the day-to-day operations of the EMEA business unit – which includes
sales, finance, customer service, logistics, and distribution. Stan will be
based at the EMEA headquarters of InteliCoat
Technologies' Digital Imaging Group, which is located in Amsterdam.
More information: www.intelicoat.com
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24) MACtac: New MACtac / Multi-fix Sales Executive
Mr. Bert
De Weerdt has been appointed Export Executive for
the Central and Eastern European countries. Bert has more than 25 years
experience of the graphic industry and has worked as Sales and Product
Manager with Roland DG in Belgium. No doubt his experience of the
digital printing industry will be a real added value to MACtac
and Multi-fix Distributors and Converters.
More information: www.mactac-europe.com and
www.multi-fix.com
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