DirectPress Family brochure.qxd
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DirectPress Family brochure.qxd
DirectPress DI digital offset press No compromise offset quality in affordable short run color The solution you need Putting it all together Printing continues to be one of the most competitive of all industries. The companies that thrive and prosper are the ones implementing new technologies, new ways of doing business and new offerings to satisfy the changing needs of their customers. Printers tell us that the number one customer demand in the marketplace today is affordable short run color. The Kodak family of next generation DirectPress DI digital offset presses is the ideal solution to fill this need. The DirectPress direct imaging technology combines the high quality of offset printing with the automation and speed of digital printing to provide you with beautiful color that's profitable for both short and medium runs! 2 The Kodak DirectPress system enables short run color capability Digital offset is changing the world of commercial printing • Very efficient workflow from file to printed sheet • From digital files, all four plates are simultaneously imaged and registered on press • Fast makereadies are enabled • Wasted press sheets are reduced • Superior print quality through waterless printing • A better printed product • Direct imaging technology has evolved over the last decade and has grown to over 2,000 presses worldwide • Studies show that gross profit numbers for direct imaging presses are nearly twice those of conventional offset • Growth in DI digital offset press applications is substantially higher than that of traditional offset The Kodak DirectPress DI digital offset program includes four essential elements of success: • industry's most advanced digital offset press • color management • efficient workflow • technical support and service workflow enabler with advanced digital prepress capabilities. Based on the Adobe portable document format (PDF), Kodak Prinergy EVO software addresses all of your digital needs in one solution. in the business. Kodak does more than deliver your press. We provide you with all of the technical support you need— whenever you need it—through our direct support service organization. • The Kodak DirectPress activates and leverages our color know how through a wide variety of ink sets, custom press setup and complete on-site training to ensure you get the color your customers demand. • Through the use of ColorFlow and Press aim analysis, your DirectPress is evaluated thoroughly, fingerprinted accurately and calibrated precisely for the best color results possible. • Through incorporation of Kodak's color fidelity management and device profiling, Kodak Prinergy EVO software improves document quality and reduces turnaround time for both proof and production output. • Select from a variety of powerful tools to manage, direct and optimize print production workflows. • The Kodak DirectPress system can also be easily integrated into a variety of graphic arts workflow programs. Fast workflow—automated, accurate and easy! The Kodak DirectPress DI press system features the Kodak Prinergy EVO workflow system, an easy-to-use Tech support and service when and where needed When you select a DirectPress system from Kodak, you acquire access to one of the most advanced service networks • Direct support service is staffed by experts that ensure that your Kodak DirectPress system is running at optimal levels the day your installation is complete. • The same professionals train your crew and continue to provide ongoing support for as long as you own your press. • Kodak application specialists can analyze your workflow to ensure color compatibility of all systems that surround your press. • Kodak direct support service includes immediate parts delivery, if necessary. Color you can trust As the leading proofing company in the graphic arts industry, including the highly respected Kodak Approval and Matchprint systems standards, Kodak knows color. 3 The system for profitable short run color Kodak Matchprint Inkjet Proofer Kodak DirectPress DI system Kodak Prinergy EVO workflow system Advanced Technology Enhances Productivity The Kodak DirectPress DI digital offset press allows you to get more jobs on and off the press every day than you ever thought possible. State of the art technologies take you smoothly and rapidly from digital file to printed sheet. Your Kodak DirectPress system connects seamlessly to your prepress network, resulting in superior quality offset with incredible consistency. Efficient workflow • From both Apple Macintosh and PC systems on your network, files are sent directly to the Kodak DirectPress raster image processor (RIP). • Using proven Kodak DirectPress technology, the RIP generates bitmap images ready for on-press platemaking. 4 • Operators can preview data before print production or can send the file to an optional inkjet or other digital proofing device. On press direct imaging platemaking • 2 ProFire Excel laser imaging modules image the thermal plate media by removing the top ink repelling layer and exposing the ink receptive layer. • Depending on the Kodak DirectPress DI model you select, the entire plate imaging process is completed in less than 4.5 minutes at a full 2540 dpi. • First generation plate imaging integrated with short run optimized press mechanics provide you and your customer with outstanding output quality. Benchmark output quality • The newest members of the DirectPress DI digital offset family leverage the very latest in plate and plate writing technology. • Next generation laser imaging produces a 16-micron spot size, enabling offset printing with ultra high resolution, 300 line stochastic, AM and hybrid screening. • The efficiencies of on-press, digitally enabled platemaking with best in class image rendering mean that DirectPress DI systems are setting new benchmarks for outstanding print quality and productivity. More Jobs Per Day Enhance Your Bottom Line Quicker makeready and a high level of automation translate into more jobs per day. The Kodak DirectPress DI system is packed with features that allow you to optimize your ability to produce more runs in less time. Profit building features • New plates are automatically fed and mounted onto the plate cylinder. Used plates are automatically transferred to a take-up cassette. • Each ProFire Excel module images two printing plates in register. • Highly efficient, automatic plate cleaning provides print ready plates right after imaging. • Automatic ink key preset from ripped file information means quick set up and reduced waste. • Roller temperature is automatically maintained, ensuring consistent quality throughout the day. • Infrared dryer allows reduced drying times and faster job turnaround. • Blanket, ink roller and impression cylinder cleanup is automatic. • Infrared dryer allows reduced drying times and faster job turnaround. • Blanket, ink roller and impression cylinder cleanup is automatic. High automation for higher efficiency The automated features of the Kodak DirectPress system result in higher efficiency, reduced labor hours, and easier operator training. Centralized control • All press functions including job data, ink key preset and cleaning are easily controlled by the operator at the central control station. • The operator's screen and functions are easy to learn, make ramp up of installations very fast and decrease employee turnover. Automatic cleaning • Ink rollers and blankets are cleaned automatically. • Impression cylinder cleaning is automated and initiated from the console. Auto print mode • The auto print mode initiates all the necessary steps for a complete print cycle. • Plates are advanced and imaged, printing started and completed without any additional intervention. 5 Unique compact design The compact cylinder design of the Kodak DirectPress DI digital offset press gives it a footprint similar to a 2-color conventional press. 5´ 6˝ (1665 mm) 6´ 3˝ (1915 mm) The design features a triple-size impression cylinder and two double-size blanket cylinders. The twin plate cylinder is a breakthrough design that permits the use of only two imaging heads. 10´ 7˝ (3230 mm) 6´ 3˝ (1915 mm) 8´ 8˝ (2635 mm) 2´ 4˝ (720 mm) The advanced Kodak DirectPress DI system process There are no gripper changes or transfers during printing. The paper is held on the impression cylinder for two rotations to complete 4-color printing. The results are exceptional color to color registration and minimal paper deflection. A double diameter chain delivery eliminates the need for anti-scuffing equipment. Ink rollers engage alternately during the two rotations of the paper. This doubles the ink recovery time permitting the printing of heavy solids and tints. These all add up to no-compromise, offset quality output. Auto plate feed & take-up inside cylinder for efficiency Four forms rollers provide better ink coverage and lay down 6 Sheets are fed one per revolution of the plate and blanket cylinders. Blanket 1 prints the first color. Blanket 2 prints the second color. Paper enters second revolution while being held by grippers. Blanket 3 prints the third color during the second revolution of the cylinder. unload plates—no manual intervention between jobs unload plates—no Blanket 4manual prints the final color on the sheet. intervention between Finished sheetjobs then goes to the delivery pile. Superior technology for superior results 5´ 6˝ (1665 mm) KODAK DIRECTPRESS DI Digital Offset Press Components* 1. Imaging Head 2. Printing Plate 3. Plate Cylinder 4. Plate Cleaning Device 5. Blanket Cylinder 6. Auto Blanket Cleaner 7. Auto Ink Roller Cleaner 8. Paper Feed Drum 9. Impression Cylinder 10. Decurling Device 11. Suction Wheel 12. Feeder Pre-Pile 13. IR Dryer 14. High Grade Powder System TECHNICAL INFORMATION Overall Press Specifications • Largest sheet size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Smallest sheet size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Maximum image area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Max. speed (impressions per hour) . . . • Paper feed orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Stock thickness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Press dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Press weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18.11" x 13.39" (460 x 340 mm) 3.54" x 3.94" (90 x 100 mm) 12.99" x 17.72" (330 x 450 mm) 7,000 iph Portrait .0024" - .020" (.06 - .5 mm) 127.50" x 103.94" x 65.75" with steps (3.23 x 2.64 x 1.67 m) 9,950 lbs. (4,500 kg) including cat walk and console Plate Information • Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Plate material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Run length of plate material . . . . . . . . . . • Cleaning of imaged plate . . . . . . . . . . . . DirectPress 5634/5334 DI media (waterless plates, 28 per roll) Polyester, titanium, silicone 20,000 impressions Automatic/under 2 minutes Options* • Kodak workflow • Ink roll cleaner • IR dryer • Plate saver • High grade powder spray • Feeder pre-pile • Scanning densitometer Laser Imaging Specifications • Workflow & RIP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Imaging time 4 color, 2 page . . . . . . . . . • Spot size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Total makeready time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kodak Prinergy EVO system, supports standard workflows 5634 DI 5334 DI 2 ProFire Excel modules 2 ProFire Excel modules each with 6 laser diodes each with 3 laser diodes 4 min. 30 sec. @ 2540 dpi 9 min. @ 2540 dpi 16 microns microns @ @ 2540 2540 dpi dpi 16 microns microns @ @ 2540 2540 dpi dpi 16 16 Less than ten minutes Less than 15 minutes Inking System • Ink type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . • Ink form rollers to plate . . . . . . . . . . . • Number of rollers in ink train . . . . . . • Blanket cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Waterless 4 form rollers 15 Automatic • Imaging technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . UL approved *Based on DirectPress DI system configuration selection, listed options may be standard or available accessories 7 DirectPress DI digital offset press Profit opportunities for short run color The Kodak DirectPress DI digital offset press enables you to cost effectively print high quality short run color for a variety of customer applications, including marketing collateral, product literature, newsletters, versioned documents, and more! Kodak offers you products and programs to not only survive, but thrive, in today’s changing market. Kodak provides the technology, the support and the business building tools that enable printers to implement a new business model resulting in: • Greater profitability – through state of the art production efficiency • Enhanced growth – through new capabilities to service more customer needs To learn more about solutions from Kodak: Visit: www.kodak.com Printed on a Kodak DirectPress digital print offset system. © Kodak, 2006. Kodak, Digimaster, DirectPress, Matchprint, ProofPro, NexPress, Prinergy and SmartBoard are trademarks of Kodak. Canon and CLC are trademarks of Canon, Inc. DI is a trademark of Presstek, Inc. Subject to technical change without notice. PB.008.0106.us.01 Eastman Kodak Company 343 State Street Rochester, NY 14650 1.585.724.4000 www.kodak.com