Pre-media

Lack of sponsors puts future of Digital Ad Lab at risk

The future of the Digital Ad Lab (DAL) has been called into question after dwindling sponsorship money left funding for 2011 significantly below previous years.

Océ and EFI sign worldwide MIS agreement

Océ and EFI have signed a worldwide referral agreement that allows Oc to refer their customers to EFI for its Pace and Monarch MIS systems.

Agfa posts improved 2010 figures but warns of rising raw material costs

Pre-press giant Agfa posted positive results for 2010, with its graphics division outperforming the group.

Om Graphics in Orissa buys a Highwater CTP

Bhubaneshwar-based pre-press bureau Om Graphics in Orissa has installed a Highwater Python CTP system.

Kodak progresses in patent dispute with Apple and RIM

Kodak has won an important ruling in the latest twist of its patent dispute with Apple and BlackBerry maker Research In Motion after the US International Trade Commission (ITC) said it would review a...

Argent Litho cuts chemistry use with Fujifilm Brillia plate investment

Wembley-based Argent Litho has invested in Fujifilm's Brillia HD Pro-V plates in a bid to cut its chemistry usage and move towards gaining ISO 14001 environmental accreditation.

Heidelberg buys Cerm and sets Drupa MIS goal

Heidelberg has targeted next year's Drupa for the launch of a "fully integrated MIS solution with central data management" following its acquisition of Belgian software developer Cerm.

Agfa launches iPad app for Apogee Prepress server

Agfa has created a free app for the iPad, iPhone or iPod to enable users to monitor work delivered through the Apogee Prepress server.

CIP4 publishes free JDF reference

The International Cooperation for the Integration of the Processes in Prepress, Press and Postpress (CIP4) has published the Spring 2011 edition of the JDF Marketplace.

RedTie appoints new chief after Stefani's resignation

RedTie has announced the appointment of a new managing director following the surprise departure of chief executive Marian Stefani earlier this month.