Pre-media

X-Rite Pantone proposes XRGA standard for colour data

X-Rite Pantone has proposed a new program that it claims will help cut the problems printers face when exchanging colour data results from different measurement tools.

Schawk launches ColorDrive cloud-based colour management platform

Schawk has launched what it claims is the industry's first cloud-based platform for objectively measuring print quality, particularly in relation to the accurate and consistent reproduction of colour.

Color Confidence launches FFEI's RealVue 3D Packager in UK

Color Confidence has received "fantastic" feedback from visitors to the Packaging Innovations event, following the launch of FFEI's RealVue 3D Packager tool.

Quark launches publishing platform for customer communication

The software giant has unveiled Quark Publishing Platform for businesses to deliver published communication online, in print and on mobile devices.

CGS partners with Esko at Packaging Innovations event

CGS and Esko partnered to launch the ORIS Flex Pack / Web contract proofing bundle at last week's Packaging Innovations exhibition.

Flint Group announces 3% flexo plate price hike

Flint Group Flexographic Products has said it will raise the price for its photopolymer printing plates by 3% from 1 January 2013.

The Finishing Company targets mailings with new data management system

The Finishing Company has reduced unnecessary mailings thanks to an updated data management system which tailors orders to specific customers.

Workflowz launches Australian base with Chili Publish

The UK pre-media software distributor is setting up a base in Sydney after it was appointed sole distributor for Chili Publish in the Oceania region.

Fujifilm Europe appoints new senior VP and forms new graphics business

Fujifilm Europe has appointed Yasufumi Morimoto as senior vice president, who will take charge of the manufacturer's graphic systems division across the continent.

EFI broadens web-to-print reach with Online Print Solutions acquisition

EFI has broadened its reach into the web-to-print and European markets after acquiring W2P and cross media software developer Online Print Solutions.