In 2003, Dr. John Zarwan published his benchmark study of operating costs for CTP - “CTP Plate Making: Understanding the Real Costs.” Dr. Zarwan’s study revealed some important truths about CTP plate making - that incremental post imaging costs for CTP systems were neither well tracked nor fully understood.
The move to computer-to-plate has increased the productivity and efficiency of printers by simplifying the production process and streamlining workflow. Despite the cost savings achieved by moving from film-based plate making to CTP, there are still important costs incurred in getting the plate from the platesetter to the press. Most printers accept these as unavoidable costs of doing business, and therefore do not track these costs very carefully.
HUDSON, NH—January 30, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRST), a leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions for the graphic arts market, today announced that it will be featuring it’s award-winning portfolio of digital offset printing solutions from March 2nd to 4th at The Graphics of the Americas trade show in Miami, FL. Presstek’s easy to use products – DI presses, chemistry-free CTP systems and workflow solutions – are engineered to enable printers to grow their business by increasing productivity and quality while removing cost from the print production process. “Today’s print service providers are looking for ways to differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive
HUDSON, NH—January 24, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq:PRST), a leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions for the graphic arts market, today announces the appointment of Todd Chambers, who will be responsible for directing Presstek’s worldwide marketing in his role as Chief Marketing Officer. “These are exciting times for Presstek as the synergy continues to grow between the industry’s new market requirements and the solutions that Presstek provides,” says Ed Marino, Presstek’s president and CEO. “Adding a Chief Marketing Officer to our senior staff is important to our continuing transition of Presstek from a technology-focused company to a market-driven, customer-oriented company, so we are
HUDSON, NH—December 15, 2006—Presstek, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions for the graphic arts market, today announced the 2007 first quarter schedule for its popular open house events. These local open houses provide a relaxed atmosphere where printers can see Presstek’s digital offset solutions in action and witness first-hand how they deliver a smarter, more productive and profitable way to print fast turnaround, high-quality color offset printing. Demonstrations of Presstek DI presses, chemistry-free CTP systems, and workflow solutions are featured throughout the day. In addition, a short presentation is scheduled several times a day on how to take advantage
OAKDALE, MN— December 12, 2006—NELA-USA is pleased to announce that NELA and Agfa have come to an agreement wherein service of all Western Lithotech Lith X Pozers will now be handled by NELA. NELA is also pleased to announce that they have hired Terry Shelton, formerly of Agfa, to head up this effort. Any customer desiring service or parts for the Lith X Pozers should now call NELA-USA at (888) 407-4808. Terry is also available at (651) 407-4821 in his office in Oakdale MN. Assistance in web width reduction on the units is also available. About NELA NELA (USA) together with
OAKDALE, MN—December 01, 2006—NELA announces that Phase 1 of one of its largest U.S. newspaper plate automation project has been successfully installed. The Denver Newspaper Agency received two of five NELA Vision punchbender in connection with its new press and CTP installation. On the field service side, NELA has added more regional coverage to its already extensive field service force. The complete newspaper installation consists of five CTP systems with 1,200 plates/hour plate capacity. NELA is providing five Vision Punch/Benders (VCP) which are capable of processing four different plate sizes (48” & 54” web/singles and doubles). A sophisticated plate transportation and plate handling software system
KENNESAW, GA—November 27, 2006—Heidelberg recently delivered its 1,500th Prosetter violet platesetter to Allegra Print and Imaging in Orlando, FL. According to Owner/Partner Ken Stoecker, Allegra’s addition of the Prosetter P 74 represents the next logical step for the company, which moved to four-color printing three years ago with the installation of a Heidelberg Printmaster PM 52 and plans to expand into the midsize market. “The combination of our Printmaster PM 52 and Prosetter P 74 enable us to meet escalating customer demand for high-quality color in longer run lengths,” Stoecker says. “Speed and quality make a big difference to our customers.” The new Prosetter
HUDSON, NH—November 13, 2006—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), a leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions for the graphic arts markets, reports that it is achieving success in reaching the large base of franchise printers. Like all commercial printers, the franchises are challenged to meet the market demand for quality color printing, produced quickly in the desired quantity at a competitive price. Presstek’s DI® press and chemistry-free CTP solutions are designed to meet this demand. There are more than 2,700 print franchise locations in North America. According to a study conducted by research firm InfoTrends entitled The Cost of Print, almost 70%
HUDSON, NH—October 25, 2006—Presstek, Inc., a leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions for the graphic arts market, today announced plans to showcase a broad array of digital solutions at Print World 2006 (Booth #300), being held at the National Trade Centre in Downtown Toronto November 18th through 20th, 2006. Formerly known as Print Ontario, Print World: The World of Shorter-Run Printing, focuses on printing technology and services for shorter-run printing. “The demand for shorter run lengths is a reality that print service providers deal with every day. It makes so much sense to have a trade show dedicated to addressing this
