CTP--Still Testing the Waters

"We are anxiously awaiting the commercial availability of thermal printing plates that require no processing," DeWalt states, noting that his company recently introduced Kodak Polychrome Graphics thermal plate technology into its operation, working with a new Scitex Lotem 800V thermal platesetter.

"At this time, I do not believe there are significant quality benefits between the DuPont/Agfa Silverlith SDB and the Kodak thermal plate, but I certainly do look forward to working in a daylight environment," DeWalt contends. "That may just be my opinion, but I feel it's valid nonetheless."