Anatomy of a CTP Buy
Going direct to plate was a big move for Southern Illinois University. Here’s how it all came about.
The eight-up size proved a wise choice.
“Now we’re not limited on the size poster that we can do,” Maze says.
Minor Setback
One slight problem the in-plant encountered was the unexpected light sensitivity of the Kodak ThermalDirect plates.
“If they’re out more than an hour in white light then it takes longer for it to clean up on press,” Maze notes—i.e. the press has to run more sheets while waiting for the ink to clear up. This light sensitivity is only an issue between the time plates are burned and when they go on the press, he adds.
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