NEWSPAPER CTP — MAKING THE LATE EDITION

For mechanical simplicity, a flatbed design is the answer, Bella believes. He previously had experience with a drum-based system at one of the publisher’s other operations—The Salisbury Post—and didn’t want to go that route again.

The need for production speed and efficiency to meet tight deadlines was the underlying reason for the company seeking a machine that was easy to maintain, reports its director of production.