Graph Expo Part II

Heidelberg USA showed the fully automatic Topsetter 74 and 102 units. Integrated plate punching, automatic plate handling and a stock of up to 500 plates in different formats ensure that Topsetter recorders are geared to top productivity.

Polaroid Graphics Imaging demonstrated its new Prediction high-productivity, two-up, automatic digital halftone proofing system using the laser ablation transfer technology found in the company's PolaProof system. Running unattended, Prediction images up to 12 dry, digital A4 color pages/hour at resolutions of 2,400 or 2,540 dpi and up to 400 lpi. The system is compatible with most digital workflows. Prediction also offers a selection of industry standard color sets, including SWOP, GRACoL, Publication, Eurocolors, Japan colors, PANTONE Hexachrome, plus opaque white and PANTONE-licensed specialty colors including metallic gold and silver.