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Solution demonstrates successful combination of ink optimization and color accuracy

Tuebingen (June 28, 2010) – GMG, developer and supplier of high-end color management and proofing solutions, reports that its GMG InkOptimizer solution excelled during the recently concluded IPA/IDEAlliance 2010 Ink Optimization RoundUP. In the Ink Optimization RoundUP, participating systems were put through a series of tests designed to assess their capabilities, as well as educate printers and print buyers on the use, benefits and pitfalls of ink optimization software. According to the study, “ink optimization works – the systems are able to process files in real time, the new optimized files have lower CMY values, reduce ink consumption on press, are more stable on press, yet files still retain colorimetric accuracy to the original.” The study concluded that the “user should seriously consider implementing this technology; this technology is ready for prime time…”

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In 2000 Inca was formed and launched the world’s first UV digital flatbed printer. Ten years later the company looks forward to the next decade

28th June 2010 – “The future for Inca Digital is very exciting,” says Dr Linda Bell, CEO, as the company celebrates its 10th birthday. “Since 2000, when we launched the world’s first flat-bed wide-format UV inkjet printer, we have consistently developed ground-breaking and record-breaking printers. That pioneering spirit is still very much at our core and continues to drive our programme of inkjet innovation.”

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Best ‘IDEAs’ celebrated as winners announced at Fespa Munich

25th June 2010 – The winners of the first Inca Digital Excellence Awards (IDEAs) were announced last night in Munich during FESPA at a special event to mark the occasion.

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Save up to £1940 with Epson Stylus Pro 7900 / 9900 and EFI Colorproof XF RIP

Zaventem, Belgium – 23rd June 2010 – Epson® and EFI have joined forces to provide UK LFP purchasers with a next-generation proofing solution at a special promotional price from 14th June until 30th September, 2010. The offer, “Colour Without Limits”, allows buyers to save up to £1940* on an EFI Colorproof™ XF RIP when bought with either the Epson Stylus Pro 7900 or Stylus Pro 9900.

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22-26 June, Messe Munich, Hall B2 Stand 360

21st June 2010 – At FESPA, Epson® will be showcasing the versatile capabilities of its Micro Piezo inkjet technology and UltraChrome ink family to produce creative display graphics for the signage, decorative art and interior design markets working alongside a variety of media and RIP software partners.

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21-26th June 2010, Messe Munich, Hall B2 Stand 360

18th June 2010 –  Epson® will partner with G3S at FESPA this year, to exclusively highlight the qualities of biodegradable and recyclable BioMedia® PET plastic materials developed by G3S for display and POS graphics. The Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 inkjet printer will be printing a range of display graphics on BioMedia using eco-solvent type inks on the Epson booth.
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21-26th June 2010, Messe Munich, Hall B2 Stand 360

18th June 2010 –  Epson® will show the capabilities of its new Stylus Pro WT7900 inkjet printer with aqueous-based white ink and new Metallic Film to produce vibrant display graphics for retail and point-of-sale applications at FESPA Munich.

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As the World Cup kicks off, Screen has teamed up with Printvlak in the Netherlands to produce an exhibition of stunning photographs by top photographer Robin Utrecht for the Stars in their Eyes initiative, which uses football to bring about social change in South Africa.

Printvlak produced the 80 x 120 cm prints directly on to 4mm rigid plastic sheets on its Truepress Jet2500UV flatbed digital printing system. Screen donated the inks and the transparent Vivak material was supplied by Vink Kunststoffen.

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Screen held its annual ‘Screenies’ awards at Ipex, which recognise the outstanding success resellers have in promoting Screen’s products and solutions.

The Mikado Award, celebrating the Distributor of the Year, went to Kemtek Imaging Systems of South Africa.

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As the UK printing industry let out a collective sigh of relief when it became apparent that Ipex 2010 was a massive success, no one was more jubilant than Screen as thousands of visitors flocked to see its market-leading digital print, CTP and workflow products, generating orders that are expected to lead to sales worth around €7.5m worldwide.

The star of Screen’s show was the Truepress JetSX, the world’s first B2 full-colour duplex sheetfed variable printing system, with its four-times-daily demonstrations drawing large crowds. Much of the interest was from commercial printers attracted by the familiar format and eager to see the machine in action, and also existing Screen customers who expressed a trust in the company to bring a reliable, graphic arts orientated solution to market.

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