J-C Press Installs Agfa Graphics’ Anapurna M4f Inkjet Printer

NEW ORLEANS—Oct. 19, 2011—Agfa Graphics announced that J-C Press of Owatonna, MN, has expanded its wide-format printing capabilities with the UV hybrid :Anapurna M4f from Agfa Graphics. The entry-level system is a 62˝ wide-format printer that provides J-C Press with high-quality POP displays, posters, exhibition panels, stage graphics, ad panels and more.

J-C Press first opened its doors in 1859 and has today become an award winning, G7-certified full-service commercial printer. The company decided to make its first leap into wide-format printing with the :Anapurna M4f because too much time was being spent applying adhesive-backed materials to rigid substrates. The :Anapurna can print directly to the rigid, helping J-C Press efficiently meet its customers’ expectations regarding color and durability.

”In a time when it is becoming more and more difficult to differentiate yourself in the marketplace, having a device like the :Anapurna M4f, which allows us to solve problems and offer new solutions to our customers, is critical,“ said Brady Manthe, Business Development Manager, J-C Press.

The :Anapurna M4f features a print resolution of 720x1,440 dpi and a maximum printing width of 62”. It also features a roll-to-roll printing option, making the system even more versatile.

“The :Anapurna M4f is an efficient entry level system that reduces the time it takes to print high-quality output,” said Larry D’Amico, vice president, Digital Imaging, Agfa Graphics, North America. “A lower volume print shop can offer customers new services centered around printing on rigid materials and be able to effectively produce them.”

Agfa Graphics’ commitment to the wide format UV inkjet market will be showcased during the SGIA Expo. Attendees can visit Agfa’s booths (#935 & 945) to see various inkjet systems from Agfa Graphics running live.Among the solutions being demonstrated are:

• :Anapurna M2540 FB makes its debut at SGIA as Agfa’s first entry level :Anapurna flatbed UV curable inkjet printer. The M2540 FB has a print size of 8.3’ x 5’ and is designed to accommodate the growing market need for printing on rigid materials

• :Anapurna M1600 is a 62˝-wide UV inkjet system that features white ink and Agfa’s flexible G2 inks. The :Anapurna M1600 is designed for applications on the latest rigid substrates including foamcore, wood, mirrors or plexi-glass and roll-to-roll substrates that demand high flexibility, such as banners and exhibition graphics

• :Jeti 3020 Titan is a high-speed UV curable flatbed inkjet system with unique field upgradeability. The :Jeti Titan delivers high resolution quality with a maximum bed size of 10.3’ x 6.7’ at high production speeds (up to 2,430 sq.ft./hr). The FTR (Flat-To-Roll) option features the ability to produce up to 126” wide print on coated and uncoated roll media for printing banners and larger images

• :Jeti 3324 AquaJet RTR is a 10.6’ dye-sub system that uses specially formulated, water based dye dispersed inks for printing directly onto any polyester-based fabric. This textile printer provides vibrant colors that are fade and wash resistant, and is ideal for printing flags, banners and materials for many other applications.

About Agfa
The Agfa-Gevaert Group is one of the world’s leading companies in imaging and information technology. Agfa develops, manufactures and markets analog and digital systems for the printing industry (Agfa Graphics), for the healthcare sector (Agfa Healthcare), and for specific industrial applications (Agfa Materials). Agfa is headquartered in Mortsel, Belgium. The company is present in 40 countries and has agents in another 100 countries around the globe. The Agfa-Gevaert Group achieved a turnover of 2.948 million Euros in 2010. http://www.agfa.com.

About Agfa Graphics
Agfa Graphics offers integrated prepress solutions to the printing industry. These solutions comprise consumables, hardware, software and services for production workflow, project and color management.

Agfa Graphics is a worldwide leader with its computer-to-plate and digital proofing systems for commercial and packaging printing and the newspaper publishing markets.

Agfa Graphics is rapidly developing its position in the new segments of industrial inkjet with comprehensive solutions for various applications such as documents, posters, banners, signage, displays, labels and packaging materials. Its experience in both imaging and emulsion technology has provided the expertise required for developing a complete assortment of high-quality inks. http://www.agfagraphics.com

About Pitman, an Agfa Co.
Pitman, an Agfa Graphics Co., collaborates with world class manufacturers to provide a diverse offering of the most advanced solutions for the prepress, pressroom, wide format, newspaper, packaging and commercial printing industries.

Pitman reinforces its customer-focused approach by providing the market with an unmatched distribution network, expert specialists, and unparalleled service excellence. Together, Agfa Graphics and Pitman deliver integrated and complete solutions tailored to the ever-changing needs of the graphic communications industry, enabling businesses to produce powerful messages and be more profitable. http://www.pitman.com

Source: Agfa.