Digital printing, particularly new ink-jet solutions, stole the show.

By Mark Smith

Agfa Graphics demonstrated its Dotrix ink-jet press family and debuted the high-end Anapurna XLS (up to 98˝ at 1,440 dpi) and the Anapurna Mv/M4f (63˝) entry-level models. The Mv model adds UV varnish capabilities, while the M4f has CMYK print heads and can handle rigid materials.

The new Epson Stylus Pro 7900 (24˝) and 9900 (44˝) ink-jet printers use an 11-color UltraChrome HDR ink set to support proofing applications at up to 2,880 dpi. Epson also introduced the Stylus Pro GS6000 printer, a 64˝, 1,440 dpi device using the eight-color UltraChrome GS ink set.