Pre-media

Wave2 to incorporate video in publishing package

Software developer Wave2 Media Solutions has launched version 5 of its Wave2 Publishing Platform.

H&W cuts chemistry requirement with Screen buy and Pro-V switch

Hulbert & Woodall Print (H&W) has switched to Fujifilm's Pro-V violet plates following its acquisition of a Screen PlateRite 2055Vi-S platesetter, purchased through UK reseller Apex Digital Graphics.

Digital Print Republic launches free online ink consumption tool

Online community Digital Print Republic has added a tool for calculating ink coverage breakdowns from print-ready PDF files.

Product of the month: Kodak Prinergy Connect

Prinergy Connect is a solution that drives digital jobs with the power and flexibility that has made the Prinergyworkflow the leader in traditional print workflow, finds Sachin Shardul

Color-Logic targets designers with video guide

Color-Logic has produced a video to demonstrate how graphic designers can quickly produce metallic special effects using its process metallic colour system.

Mitsubishi and Heidelberg India announce new installations in Kerala and Orissa

German and Japanese press manufacturing giants Heidelberg India and Mitsubishi have announced new press and CTP installations in Orissa and Kerala respectively.

Surge in processless plate demand leads Agfa to begin Azura TS production in Leeds

Agfa has begun producing thermal Azura TS plates at its Leeds Seacroft factory following a surge in demand for its chemistry-free plates.

PerfectProof opens UK sales office

PerfectProof, the Belgium-based digital proofing specialist, has opened an office in Manchester to spearhead its UK expansion plans.

Shiraz appoints Mooney to lead European push

London-based Shiraz Software has appointed Tom Mooney as business development manager in order to secure European distributors of the RIP software.

Vio and GMG form partnership to boost ad automation

Vio Worldwide has formed a strategic partnership with GMG UK that will allow pre-press companies to integrate both companies' software to better effect.