Digital Printing Technology and Outlook

The rapid development of electronics and the widespread use of computers symbolize the advent of the computer information era. All walks of life are undergoing a profound technological revolution. The long-established printing industry is not to be outdone. Digital printing technology has mushroomed in recent years, making people in the industry stand out. It not only has a huge impact on traditional offset printing, but also brings new revolutions to the publishing industry, information industry and communications industry. The far-reaching impact has far exceeded the scope of printing.

The well-known Accor company in the printing industry took the lead in this area. Back in 1994. ACC launched the original Chromapress color digital printing system. In the same year, customers such as Arti and Focus emerged in Hong Kong, and the response was intense and unprecedented. Soon, Singapore, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam and other countries and regions have appeared in the Chromapress color digital printing system customers and markets. In early 1006, Alcatel (Hong Kong) began to promote the system in mainland China. China Press`96 exhibition on the Chromapress color digital printing system for the first time in mainland China, that is in the industry caused a sensation, rave reviews. So far, Chromapress color digital printing services are available everywhere in Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou.

I. Introduction to Digital Printing Technology

Digital printing is a comprehensive technology that covers many technical fields such as printing, electronics, computers, networks, and communications. The so-called digital printing means that electronic files are transmitted directly from the computer to the printing press, thereby eliminating steps such as color separation, imposition, plate making, and test run. It brings a most efficient way to printing: from input to output, the entire process can be controlled by one person to achieve a print. This small amount of printing is suitable for four-color proofing and reasonable variety of printing. Digital printing realizes the concept of "distribution before printing." The development of communication technologies, such as the ISDN network in Guangcheng, make it easy to transfer electronic documents. Electronic manuscripts of various printed materials can be distributed to Chromapress service stations all over the world and printed locally, solving traditional “printing before distribution. "Immediately caused by errors, shipping costs and other issues.

Through the processing of some special software, the content of digital printing can be changed in one printing process. In the traditional process, several versions of the same publication are often produced, but this is usually difficult and expensive. Chromapress's personalization capabilities now provide variable data printing capabilities. Users can use it to create highly personalized data to meet the needs of various readers. This information will be more influential because of its highly targeted information.

The Chromapress system uses the Bowery Macintosh as a server to comprehensively monitor workflows such as automatic layout, file archiving, and job sequencing. More work continuous printing and so on. The specialized raster processor PowerRIP is ideally suited for digital frequency, including raster processing of variable data. Use high-speed SCSI interface (up to 1.7MB/s) to ensure high-speed data transfer with the host or external storage media. In order to achieve edge printing, edge raster processing is ideal. The Chromapress mainframe contains two sets of four-color printing units that use electronic imaging to transfer the toner directly to the paperboard. The quality is comparable to 2400 dpi prints. Web double-sided printing technology not only improves speed and reliability, but also ensures accurate color registration. The optional stencil coating system provides a surface gloss treatment that is similar to offset printing, while expanding the range of printable paper thicknesses from 60 to 250 grams to print covers, business cards, display materials, and more. In addition, the printing host also includes a paper temperature and humidity processing unit. Make sure that the paper enters the printing under the appropriate temperature and humidity, so that the quality of the printed matter is stable.

It is worth mentioning that the latest system upgrade of Chromapress is the IntelliStream intelligent process management system. The system is a comprehensive technical achievement of software, hardware, and document management, which greatly enhances the capabilities and productivity of Chromapress. It divides the raster processing work into two parts, a Postscript interpreter and a real-time digital printout manager. The combination of the two makes the efficiency of raster processing significantly improved. The PowerRIP Raster Processor compresses Postscript files into smart compressed files—a hardware-independent print file. Smart Compression Archives include all the information for tone adjustment, color management, color separation, and variable data. The intelligent compression algorithm can achieve a compression rate of 10 times. With this format, large files can be easily accessed. Store and transmit. When printed, this document combines format and variable data, screening and calibration of characteristic curves. The archive file provides the preview function to facilitate proofreading. The non-wired raster processing enables raster processing and printing to be performed at the same time, which solves the bottleneck problem of raster processing and greatly increases the efficiency of the system. The intelligent process management system also allows the same smart compressed file to be printed on any Chromapress without being affected by location or equipment.

Second, the application of digital printing

Color digital printing can be applied to any four-color printing applications. Its fast, efficient, and flexible features make it a wide range of applications. According to statistical results, the requirement for instant printing of small batches will reach 60% of all printing needs by the end of this century, and this 60% of the business is often the result of traditional printing. Chromapress's print quality and quality range between color copying and offset printing. In fact, Chromapress is designed so that it can be printed one by one, and the upper limit can reach tens of thousands. The printable range is very wide. The cost calculation of digital printing is also different from traditional offset printing. Since there is no post-production work for printing plates or proofing, the cost of leaflet printing does not change with the size of the print.
Thanks to the feature of digital printing, we can transfer digitally printed documents to remote locations via the Internet, print and distribute them anywhere in any Chromapress digital printing system, and the features of the IntelliStream intelligent compressed archives ensure that The quality of printed products on different Chromapress systems is uniform and reliable. This is the concept of "first distribution and post-printing" in open printing.

In digital printing applications, what is worthy of major book writing is the printing of variable data. It allows users to produce prints with different contents in one printing. Both text and images can be continuously changed. The production of materials is centralized in a software called Chromapress, which greatly facilitates the use of users. With the help of an intelligent process management system, 100% page content can be changed. The function of variable data provides users with a unique and unique image, providing them with a brand new market opportunity.

In addition, digital printing has some worth mentioning features. With electronic distribution, books up to 250 pages can be printed without the need for manual paging, long-distance printing, and banner lengths up to 1.8 meters. Chromapress can also print on transparent films, translucent films, and lightbox films. Because of its bright colors and good UV resistance, Chromapress is a good material for making light boxes and advertisements.

Today, Chromapress color digital printing has penetrated into various fields. It is widely used in software materials, books, product introductions, personal display materials, real estate promotional materials, insurance company promotional mail, textile design samples, retail product samples, training materials, advertisements. Printing coupons and supermarket advertisements. You can play with your imagination, and Chromapress's uselessness is endless.

Third, the development trend of digital printing

Digital printing has been in the past five years. During the past five years, Chromapress has evolved from a single printing system to today's customer-oriented open printing system and intelligent process management system. We no longer see printing as a single printing of text and images onto paperboard, our concept of printing. Is a means of dissemination of information. All kinds of information and various media forms, such as television, international training, newspapers, books, advertisements, etc., and Chromapress is added as a new media form to this information network line, with its unique flexibility, rapidity and High quality is increasingly accepted by the industry. One of the development directions of Chromapress color digital printing is how to act as a supplier of information, as well as the kinetic energy of the stockholders and the transmitters. It is closely connected with other media methods to realize the convenience and rapid transfer of various media forms.

On the other hand, the quality and functionality of Chromapress color digital printing will continue to increase. The company will continue to upgrade Chromapress. The new 5OI model will increase the print layout from 330mm to 500mm.
ECCO offers comprehensive and professional technical support. Our goal is to develop this new market together with customers all over the world. We will introduce digital printing and printing into your production, provide professional technical services, and maximize the potential of digital printing, which is the greatest return on your investment. In addition to advanced technology, Chromapress offers you business development opportunities in color digital printing. This market has greater potential and is your most favorable development direction now and in the future.