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Fujifilm, EFI Announce Partnership to Integrate Taskero Universe ColorPath Verified and EFI Colorproof XF
Friday 18. September 2009 - FUJIFILM Graphic Systems U.S.A., Inc. and EFI (Nasdaq: EFII) are pleased to announce a new development partnership that will link the popular EFI Colorproof XF RIP and proofing solution and Fujifilms award-winning Taskero Universe ColorPath Verified.
Winner of the prestigious InterTech Technology Award from Printing Industries of America, Fujifilms patented Taskero Universe ColorPath Verified is a system and method for remotely monitoring, maintaining and servicing every facet of the color production process. It aims to increase a printers profitability while also reducing waste.
“Our intention throughout the development of Taskero Universe ColorPath Verified has always been to create an open system and this latest partnership will benefit a number of mutual Fujifilm/EFI customers,” said Don Schroeder, Fujifilms director of solutions development. “The automation, efficiency and ease of use of EFI Colorproof XF, in combination with Taskero Universe ColorPath Verified, delivers streamlined productivity with global views of production and verification.”
Designed to provide critical, up-to-date information on the color production process, Taskero Universe ColorPath Verified monitors and validates output
from the prepress stage to the pressroom and offers a method for monitoring, controlling and maintaining consistent quality throughout color production –
not only in local plants, but also in remote locations around the world via an Internet connection.
EFI Colorproof XF is a professional-level RIP solution for graphic arts businesses that need to produce ISO 12647-7/8 compliant validation prints and contract proofs on inkjet, laser and LED printers. The solution offers all the tools to master any proofing or printing task, ensuring accurate and consistent color every time.
Stefan Spiegel, general manager of EFI graphic arts solutions, said: “FUJIFILM is a long-time partner of EFI, and were pleased to join forces with them on this new offering. Customers will reap the benefits of two award-winning solutions that will help them increase productivity, saves costs by eliminating redundant production steps, and ultimately increase profits.
Development of the new solution is currently underway and announcements regarding availability are slated to come later this year.