Imagesetters - Alive And Kicking

Bang For The Buck

The first thing to consider when weighing the decision to go CTP is whether or not converting to CTP will actually save you money. Typically, CTP devices cost two to three times more than imagesetters, making ROI more difficult to justify. Plus, an all-digital workflow must be in place—complete with proofing solutions and an imposition scheme—before you can realistically consider replacing a film output device with CTP.