The Future Of Offset

Merging Chips And Iron

Most feel the continued merging of chips with iron will be the offset world's key to remaining competitive with toner-based machines.

"Digital printing is going to be a dynamic growth business for our industry, and the breakout will probably occur in 2001, which is when it will not only be a luxury but a necessity to have digital printing capabilities," says Newton. "It's one of those things that will take on a life of its own."