Star Product

Horizon AFC-544

On its launch in 2002, this robust folder raised the level of automation in B2 to meet the demand for quick turnarounds, finds Nosmot Gbadamosi

Adstream AdBuilder

The product's third version targets speedier production and improved communication, finds Philip Chadwick

MBO T520

Aimed at the popular, but crowded B3 market, this folder's speed made it perfect for the high-priced longer-run market, finds Nosmot Gbadmosi

Rollem JetStream II

This versatile finishing system has attracted fans in unexpected market sectors, finds Philip Chadwick

Duplo DF -1000

This small-footprint folder was pitched at the digital print market with suction feeding to reduce marks and scuffs, finds Nosmot Gbadamosi

Kodak Prosper 5000XL

Now unveiled, Kodak's new high-speed inkjet is targetting offset's traditional hunting grounds, says Barney Cox

Heidelberg Speedmaster SM 52

This flexible press has had constant updates and remains popular at the smaller end of the sheetfed market, explains Nosmot Gbadamosi

Komori Enthrone 29

With its tagline of 'quality', Komori's entry-level Lithrone model offers jobbing printers fast changeovers with low power consumption, finds Jo Francis

Manroland 900

This press incorporated the latest technology, including full automation, making it a popular secondhand choice, discovers Nosmot Gbadamosi

JUD MR730 PUR

Demand for short-run books has created a growing interest in digital binding equipment, finds Philip Chadwick