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AC Print finds consistent high quality with Fujifilm low-chemistry plate
Monday 01. February 2010 - Avon Graphics Ltd supplies Fujifilm Brillia HD PRO-V
AC Print, a general commercial printer based in Brixham, Devon, producing work across the UK for well known high street names, has recently switched to Fujifilms Brillia HD PRO-V plate. The low-chemistry plate has enabled the company to achieve quality it had never previously experienced, while reducing chemistry usage.
Supplied through one of Fujifilms dealers, Avon Graphics Ltd, the low-chemistry plates have been in use for the last few months bringing astonishing results. Andy Payne, director at AC Print explains:
“We use a HighWater Python CTP system and IGP 880 processor, and had found that with our previous plate choice we experienced an incredible amount of image development problems. It had got to the point where we were very unhappy, and so we began discussions with Avon Graphics who recommended the Fujifilm Brillia HD PRO-V plates.
“Since we started using the PRO-V plates we havent looked back. Both Avon Graphics and Fujifilm directly have given us exceptional customer service – I am absolutely delighted with it, nothing is too much trouble. And the plates themselves have made a huge difference to the quality of the work we can produce. We now consistently obtain a much sharper, cleaner image. Since day one we havent experienced any issues, and besides the leap in image quality, we are also using a system that is better for the environment. Were cutting back on the chemical waste we produce, which is not only greener for the business but also saves us a considerable amount of money in waste disposal costs. And, because we no longer have to re-image any plates, were making considerable time savings as well.”
He continues, “We are so delighted with both the plate choice and the service we receive that we are looking to increase volumes as soon as we can, and will continue working closely with Avon and Fujifilm.”
Brillia HD PRO-V is the latest Fujifilm plate designed to simplify the pre-press process, as it uses less chemistry, requires less maintenance of the finishing unit and produces less waste than its processed alternatives. In addition, the replenisher normally required to control the pH or conductivity of the bath is no longer needed. Thanks to Fujifilms high sensitivity polymerisation technology, Brillia HD PRO-V also brings unmatched quality, consistency and productivity to plate production, being capable of 1-99% resolutions (with a Fujifilm “HD capable” platesetter), and able to print FM screens.