Platesetters

The Magnus 800 offers users a fully automated, user-friendly machine that processes up to 40 plates per hour.

After making a comparison between polymer and processless plates, we decided to go with Python. Because of the type of plates we are currently using, we didnt need to change the processor.

FWB Printing has upgraded its cutting and moved to chemistry-free platemaking, with a Heidelberg Suprasetter A74 and Saphira plates, at its Wincanton, Somerset base.

Apex Digital Graphics has sold the first two of its ECRM DPX2 polyester-based platesetters, which the firm launched last week.

Scottish firm Compass Print has invested in a new Screen 4300S platesetter, with a 100-plate autoloader, as part of a pre-press upgrade with Litho Supplies.

Agfa Graphics sold more than 50 platesetters at last months Graphispag 2007 pre-press and printing exhibition in Barcelona, exceeding its own pre-show targets.

Heidelberg house FWB Printing has upgraded its cutting and moved to chemistry-free platemaking at its Wincanton, Somerset base.