Tentatively called Applause, the wet-offset negative working plate will be available on aluminium and polyester bases.
The aluminium version will be a competitive product to Agfas Thermolite and KPGs no-process thermal plate (Navajo), suitable for use on Heidelbergs Speedmaster 74DI and Komoris Project D. It will also be suitable for use in platesetters.
The polyester version will be available on rolls, for on-press applications like its waterless PearlDry product.
As yet unnamed manufacturers are working on developing presses for the new plate, which will be commercially available "within three years".
Have your say in the Printweek Poll
Related stories
Latest comments
"Can't help thinking that if the governments minimum wage isn't enough to get by on why is it the minimum?"
"Theft. Pure and simple!"
"I would hope (if we had any spaces) she'd be in prison for fraud / theft......"
Up next...
Bidding open for machines and other items
Northwolds Richardson Group kit up for auction as IP sold
2024 hailed a success
The Print Show targets growth with new sign event for 2025
Site live this week
European online trade printer launches UK operation
Branding unchanged