CTP--What's New In Blue?

There are two primary reasons why thermal plate technology has been of interest in the market: bright-light handling and impressions over one million. We've shown in the market that there is no significant difference in image quality on press between thermal and silver halide technologies. Smaller shops, naturally, will be interested in a violet laser diode platesetting device, but the device may go up market as well, as it proves itself in areas of quality and speed.