Roland DG announces the latest version of the RIP software VersaWorks 6 with new features

Roland DG announced the introduction of the latest version of the VersaWorks 6 RIP software for inkjet printers and a free upgrade service for customers with compatible models. VersaWorks 6 RIP and print management software, which is included with Roland DG inkjet printers and printerscutters, is designed to optimize the properties of printers, inks and media to provide high-quality prints and maximum efficiency in print production.

ColorGATE announces three new solutions and services

It has spot color libraries for PANTONE and Free Color, and includes additional settings for the Ink Saver function. Industrial users will also benefit from the new Retouch Module, which allows last minute color corrections before printing while remaining consistent with the color management workflow, and the Color Correction Loop Module, which is a prerequisite for iterative color correction processes in décor production.

Graphics software provider CHILI publish secures additional funds of 3 million euros

CHILI publish, a leading global provider of graphics software, has secured 3 million euros in a new round of financing. The investment will drive the expansion of the companys solution offering and business worldwide and particularly in the USA. In addition to the original investors Group MC, Pamica and Volta Ventures, CHILI publish is pleased to announce that PMV has joined as lead investor.

Tuesday 07. July 2020

Flexo plate innovation from Miraclon improves sustainability, process efficiency and print quality

At U. Günther GmbH of Hamburg, Germany, the KODAK FLEXCEL NX Ultra Solution is rapidly becoming an indispensable option for customers seeking premium flexo plates that combine high quality packaging printing with eco-friendly production. The Miraclon solution unites all of the quality and performance benefits of the well-established KODAK FLEXCEL solutions with solvent-free, VOC-free, water-based plate processing. Speed is a further point in favor of the FLEXCEL NX Ultra Solution. Press-ready KODAK FLEXCEL NX Ultra Plates can be produced in less than an hour.

brandbox creates web and printable PDF files with callas technology from a single source

From now on, users of brandbox, a product of Konmedia GmbH, can automatically process PDF files with pdfToolbox from callas software. brandbox is a universal marketing instrument that enables cross-media product communication. Since different requirements regarding the provision of PDF files are involved, Konmedia has decided to extend its brandbox with the functionality of callas pdfToolbox. This allows users to create PDF files for specific application purposes from the same database without wasting time.

Agfas new Attiro Cleaning Module reduces maintenance in prepress

The Attiro Cleaning Module gives newspaper printing companies the freedom to clean their Attiro clean-out unit after 12,000 m of printing plates only. This reduces the workload for most users to three or maximum four full cleaning interventions per year. The Attiro Cleaning Module adds to the ease of use of Agfas violet plate technology Avatar V-ZH and N95-VCF in combination with the companys Attiro clean-out units.

Agfa to release new version of Arkitex Production workflow software for newspaper printers

Arkitex Production v4.0 takes the next step in streamlining and automating newspaper print production workflows to save newspaper printers time and money. The latest version focuses on a tighter integration with press management systems for just-in-time plate delivery, and incorporates multi-tenant capabilities as well as improved planning and tracking. Deployment in the cloud guarantees smooth business continuity.