Presstek to Show Range of Chemistry-Free CTP Solutions

September 2008

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Presstek Vector FL52 with Freedom Pro Plates
This new version of Presstek's easy-to-use small format chemistry-free platemaking solution features a new fiber laser imaging system that is engineered to deliver excellent dot quality and high reliability. The Vector FL52 supports a wider range of plate sizes and images Presstek's chemistry-free Freedom Pro plates, which are automatically cleaned in the Vector's integrated plate washer.

Presstek Chemistry-Free Plates
Presstek's grained anodized aluminum chemistry-free plates provide superior print performance, improved roll-up, better ink and water latitude, overall color consistency throughout the press run, and excellent on-press handling. These daylight safe plates are easy to read after imaging, which enables full inspection prior to mounting on press. Presstek plates do not require baking or other processing after imaging; only a simple water wash prior to mounting on press. In addition, they are resistant to the solvents used in UV ink. This capability means that the plates can be used for both UV and conventional printing, eliminating the need to stock two different types of plates.

Presstek Aurora Pro Plates
Presstek's new Aurora Pro true chemistry-free plate can be imaged on a range of thermal platesetters, including Presstek's new Compass Series and Dimension Pro 800 platesetters, and several models distributed by Screen and Kodak (Creo). Aurora Pro's fast, efficient imaging allows qualified thermal CTP systems to run at maximum throughput, while supporting run lengths up to 25,000.

Presstek Anthem Pro Plates
Presstek's Anthem Pro plates are optimized for Dimension Series platesetters and support run lengths up to 100,000.  They are designed to print cleaner, sharper images, with less dot gain and greater consistency than conventional offset plates.

Presstek Freedom Pro Plates
Delivering affordable metal platemaking to small commercial, quick and in-plant printers, Freedom Pro plates are optimized for the Vector FL52, and support run lengths up to 25,000.

For more information about Presstek environmentally friendly digital printing solutions, visit www.presstek.com or call 1-603-594-8585, ext. 3599.

About Presstek
Presstek, Inc. is the leading manufacturer and marketer of high tech digital imaging solutions to the graphic arts and laser imaging markets. Presstek's patented DI®, CTP and plate products provide a streamlined workflow in a chemistry-free environment, thereby reducing printing cycle time and lowering production costs. Presstek solutions are designed to make it easier for printers to cost effectively meet increasing customer demand for high-quality, shorter print runs and faster turnaround while providing improved profit margins. Presstek subsidiary, Lasertel, Inc., manufactures semiconductor laser diodes for Presstek's and external customers' applications. For more information visit www.presstek.com, or call 603-595-7000 or email: "mailto:info@presstek.com" info@presstek.com.

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