Offset and Beyond — Great Technologies, But Tough Times

“We’re asking machines to do so much today: special colors, glosses, varnishes, in-line diecutting and more,” McLauchlan remarks. “It’s truly amazing.”

The three printing industry experts also note the latest advancements in web press technology. For example, Goss International’s new M-600 Folia web press is designed as an alternative to sheetfed perfectors. Incorporating M-600 printing units and a custom sheeter developed by Vits, the press prints up to 30,000 perfected sph on coated stock without a dryer, and uses standard inks. Options include automated plate changers, digital inking, closed-loop color controls and more.