Heidelberg Automates Violet Imaging
04/08/2002
Single cassette loader announced for the Prosetter
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is automating its violet Prosetter platesetters. At this year's IPEX exhibition the solutions provider to the entire printing and media industry will be unveiling a Prosetter 102 with a single cassette loader (SCL) that supports daylight production.
The end-to-end automation of the print process is now a key factor in ensuring cost-effective and reliable production. Previously, very few small- to medium-sized printshops were able to achieve the level of automation they wanted, due to prohibitive investment costs. Heidelberg is changing this situation by adding a single cassette loader to the Prosetter family.
"Heidelberg's strategy is based on system openness and modular design", explains Dr. Klaus Spiegel, Member of Heidelberg's Management Board responsible for the Sheetfed Solution Center. "The single cassette loader for the Prosetter series enables smaller printshops to feel the benefits of this strategy too. The option to upgrade at a later stage and a space-saving 90° configuration make this system ideal for printshops starting out with CtP," explains Dr. Spiegel.
The main advantage, aside from the automation, is that the unit can be operated easily during daylight, since the cassettes are loaded into the SCL via a special, lightproof cassette carriage. The cassette can hold up to 150 plates of 0.15 mm thickness, or 100 plates of 0.30 mm thickness. Slip sheets are removed automatically, and up to 400 sheets can be stored in the collection tray.
The integrated conveyor links the platesetter and the optional processor - e.g. the Raptor from Glunz & Jensen, which can be integrated perfectly into the system. The Prosetter interface controls the entire process chain - from the SCL to the Raptor online processor. The single cassette loader supports all formats in the Prosetter family, and is compatible with all types of plates. The market launch is planned for the end of the year.
Modular concept
With the Topsetter and Prosetter series, Heidelberg now offers the industry's most extensive range of CtP products. The two series focus on different customer needs. For long job runs and UV inks, for instance, the external drum thermal imaging technology provided by the Topsetter is ideal. The multi cassette loader offers maximum automation, so that production can continue unrestricted under daylight conditions.
The Prosetter involves lower investment costs and thus represents an ideal gateway into CtP for small- and medium-sized businesses. The Prosetter uses internal drum technology and with its integrated punches delivers exceptional register accuracy. The Prosetter F 102 (F for fast) images up to 18 plates an hour, while the Prosetter F 74 can image up to 24 an hour. The modular construction ensures that models can be retrofitted to meet rising demands. The Prosetter 52 can be upgraded to 4-up format on site, while the Prosetter 74 and 102 can also be upgraded on-site to the Fast versions in just half a day.
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Heidelberg is now also bringing automation to the CtP entry-level market. The single cassette loader for the Prosetter announced at IPEX has a capacity of up to 150 plates and supports production in daylight conditions. The unit is set to be launched onto the market at the end of the year.
For further information:
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG
Matthias Hartung
Corporate Communications
Tel.: +49 (0)6221 92 50 77
Fax: +49 (0)6221 92 50 46
E-mail: matthias.hartung@heidelberg.com
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (Heidelberg) is automating its violet Prosetter platesetters. At this year's IPEX exhibition the solutions provider to the entire printing and media industry will be unveiling a Prosetter 102 with a single cassette loader (SCL) that supports daylight production.
The end-to-end automation of the print process is now a key factor in ensuring cost-effective and reliable production. Previously, very few small- to medium-sized printshops were able to achieve the level of automation they wanted, due to prohibitive investment costs. Heidelberg is changing this situation by adding a single cassette loader to the Prosetter family.
"Heidelberg's strategy is based on system openness and modular design", explains Dr. Klaus Spiegel, Member of Heidelberg's Management Board responsible for the Sheetfed Solution Center. "The single cassette loader for the Prosetter series enables smaller printshops to feel the benefits of this strategy too. The option to upgrade at a later stage and a space-saving 90° configuration make this system ideal for printshops starting out with CtP," explains Dr. Spiegel.
The main advantage, aside from the automation, is that the unit can be operated easily during daylight, since the cassettes are loaded into the SCL via a special, lightproof cassette carriage. The cassette can hold up to 150 plates of 0.15 mm thickness, or 100 plates of 0.30 mm thickness. Slip sheets are removed automatically, and up to 400 sheets can be stored in the collection tray.
The integrated conveyor links the platesetter and the optional processor - e.g. the Raptor from Glunz & Jensen, which can be integrated perfectly into the system. The Prosetter interface controls the entire process chain - from the SCL to the Raptor online processor. The single cassette loader supports all formats in the Prosetter family, and is compatible with all types of plates. The market launch is planned for the end of the year.
Modular concept
With the Topsetter and Prosetter series, Heidelberg now offers the industry's most extensive range of CtP products. The two series focus on different customer needs. For long job runs and UV inks, for instance, the external drum thermal imaging technology provided by the Topsetter is ideal. The multi cassette loader offers maximum automation, so that production can continue unrestricted under daylight conditions.
The Prosetter involves lower investment costs and thus represents an ideal gateway into CtP for small- and medium-sized businesses. The Prosetter uses internal drum technology and with its integrated punches delivers exceptional register accuracy. The Prosetter F 102 (F for fast) images up to 18 plates an hour, while the Prosetter F 74 can image up to 24 an hour. The modular construction ensures that models can be retrofitted to meet rising demands. The Prosetter 52 can be upgraded to 4-up format on site, while the Prosetter 74 and 102 can also be upgraded on-site to the Fast versions in just half a day.
Image:
Heidelberg is now also bringing automation to the CtP entry-level market. The single cassette loader for the Prosetter announced at IPEX has a capacity of up to 150 plates and supports production in daylight conditions. The unit is set to be launched onto the market at the end of the year.
For further information:
Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG
Matthias Hartung
Corporate Communications
Tel.: +49 (0)6221 92 50 77
Fax: +49 (0)6221 92 50 46
E-mail: matthias.hartung@heidelberg.com
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