Pre-media

Colortrac launches new high-speed scanner targeted at archival work

Colortrac has launched a new wide-format scanner for AEC, CAD, mapping and bureau markets.

Survey reveals poor performance of PDF to EPub conversion tools

The study, carried out by the Flemish Innovation Center for Graphic Communication (VIGC), found the average effectiveness score for tools used to convert library books to ebooks was just 30%, with the...

Global mill database launched for pulp and paper industry

RISI has created a Mill Asset Database providing comprehensive information on pulp and paper mills around the world.

Star product: Shuttleworth MIS v5.1

An end-to-end management information system for printers of all sizes

Quark expands digital publishing reach with Mobile IQ acquisition

Quark has expanded its reach into cloud-based publishing after acquiring UK-based software manufacturer Mobile IQ for an undisclosed sum.

Dalim Software launches mobile device workflow system

The German software solutions firm has released the latest version of its Twist 6.4 workflow system.

NEC launches latest SpectraView LCD monitor for pre-press applications

NEC Display Solutions has unveiled the latest iteration of its SpectraView 241 LCD monitor for colour-critical digital image processing, professional media design and print workflow applications.

X-Rite Pantone enjoys 'excellent' Drupa 2012

X-Rite Pantone has hailed Drupa 2012 as a "significant milestone" for the company after it achieved an increase in leads on the 2008 show and demonstrated a wide range of new products.

Agfa adds Veripress softproofing to Arkitex newspaper workflow

Agfa Graphics has signed up to distribute Australia-based Serendipity Software's Veripress on-press softproofing system to its worldwide newspaper customers.

PODi unveils working group to capitalise on cloud technology applications

PODi has unveiled a new strategy working group that aims to help define how the advent of cloud computing technology will be used in the print production process.