Large-Format Sheetfed Presses -- Bigger Gets Better

Doug Still, MAN Roland: "There's no doubt that the XXL formats will grow in popularity once printers see how well they are performing. That said, we shouldn't downplay the current and future impact of long 41˝ perfectors, because they have the ability to better address other areas of the print product spectrum. The lesson to learn here is that the printer needs to consult with a press manufacturer that offers both solutions—extra-wide formats and long perfectors—so he can get an honest assessment of the equipment that will best serve him and his customers."