IPG Prepress Guide: Proofing Systems
Eastman Kodak
Kodak Approval NX thermal halftone proofer supports specialty, corporate and brand colors, including metallics. The system can control density, dot gain and print on actual printing stocks.
Matchprint Virtual for InSite proofing software enables SWOP-certified soft proofing on calibrated monitors with consistent and accurate color. PressProof extends monitor proofing to the pressroom utilizing qualified LCD monitors.
The Veris ink-jet proofer uses Multi Drop Array technology for true 1,500x1,500 dpi addressability. Color consistency assured by 4D calibration and quality-controlled consumables. ICC compliant.
Matchprint Ink-Jet proofing marries drop-on-demand (DOD) imaging with the same software as Veris for color accuracy, enhanced image smoothness, quick calibration tools and connectivity to Kodak workflow solutions. It also offers new Certified Process for Color Confirmation. Available in two-, four- and eight-up formats, and two-sided unit.
IRIS 62Wide proofer provides four-color, single sided, large-format imposition proofs.
Proofsetter Spectrum, Lotem Spectrum and Trendsetter Spectrum are halftone contract proofing solutions using SQUARESPOT thermal imaging technology. Units work with Matchprint digital halftone proofing products that are certified for 25-micron imaging, offer new donors, such as white, and transfer to dedicated Matchprint base or a customer’s print stock. Available in multiple color sets with custom color sheets.
Dalim Software
DALiM DiALOGUE, a SWOP-certified, online soft proofing server application, allows real-time, color-accurate, collaborative access and annotation to original high-resolution images (PDF, PostScript, CT/LW, TIFF, etc.). A stand-alone system without ASP-type “click-charges” or subscription fees, DALiM DiALOGUE brings affordable, real-time interactive project collaboration. Project participants enter the system using their standard Web browser—without proprietary software or Web-browser plug-ins required. High-resolution files of unlimited size can be viewed in seconds.
EFI
Continuous tone and halftone software RIPs for ink-jet proofing. Product line includes EFI Colorproof XF, the cross platform proofing and large-format production solution that supports a variety of ink-jet printers (up to 104˝) from various manufacturers and provides high color quality and control as well as consistent color across multiple applications and locations.
Mitsubishi Imaging
Mitsubishi Diamond Jet Proofing delivers accurate, reliable color proofing. The system bundles Diamond Jet proofing papers with a Canon large-format printer, Canon inks and custom ICC profiles to ensure consistent proofs and true-to-final output. The engineering process gives Diamond Jet papers enhanced stability. And the special microporous coating dries instantly, so proofs can be handled immediately. Canon’s print head technology is three times faster than other ink-jet proofers. Combine it with Diamond Jet’s patented microporous coating and you get accurate proofs faster than many other systems.
PROOF-it-ONLINE
PROOF-it-ONLINE’s Web-based proof and approval management solutions for print and online content facilitate efficiency and productivity throughout the creative approval process. Solutions enable companies to manage and track proofs and projects in a centralized location and feature advanced online markup/edit tools and enhanced capabilities that allow for reviews and approval or opinion capture.
Agfa
SherpaProof family of piezo ink-jet proofing systems combines a range of print engines with Sherpa Proof media and ink and a color management system (including ColorTune X software and QMS X calibration software). Available in 17˝, 24˝ and 44˝ sizes with up to 1,440x720 dpi resolution.
Grand SherpaMatic offers automated, dual-sided proofing with eight ink slots that can be configured for different applications. 50˝ width produces eight- or 16-up proofs.
Fujifilm
FinalProof GxT digital halftone proofer offers true halftone dot screening and CMYK plus green, orange, red, blue, opaque white and metallic pigment donors. Expands color gamut for accurate spot color matching and packaging applications and is capable of laminating to virtually any substrate.
Screen (U.S.A.)
LabProof SE digital color proof solution integrates CGS’ Oris Color Tuner contract proofing technology with ink-jet devices from Canon, Epson and others. Works with ICC profiles for color-managed results.
GMG Americas
GMG ColorProof provides an accurate way of managing digital ink-jet proofing engines to produce digital contract color proofs, precisely color-matched to the actual printing press. GMG ColorProof supports all standard spot color systems, is compatible with standard ICC profiles, and handles a range of file formats.
Xitron
Color proofing plug-ins for the Navigator RIP and Xenith workflow solutions, along with standalone proofing RIPs. Support for most popular proofing devices, including the Canon and Epson lines proofing printers.
Device profiles included with many of the proofing solutions provide exceptional out-of-the-box results when used in conjunction with Xitron X1 media.
