DRUPA 04 REPORT PREPRESS & PREMEDIA -- Preparing Data, Not Dot

Stepping Up to the Plate

Fujifilm says it is working toward a processless plate based on multi-layer photopolymer technology with current working specifications that include handling 50,000 impressions and use of on-press development. It didn't give a timeframe for commercialization.

Konica Minolta introduced a processless system, including the TF-200 thermal plate and SR-830 platesetter. The plate employs a thermal sensitive layer with unexposed areas removed by the action of fountain solution and ink.