Offset Printing--Pressing Ahead

On the sheetfed front, Heidelberg (USA) displayed its new generation of the 29˝ Speedmaster SM 74 press in a 10-color configuration with fully automatic perfecting. The press was equipped with the CP2000 Center, which also controls the fully automatic changeover of the perfecting device on certain models. In addition to a CIP3 connection, the PresetLink software module transfers presetting data online, ensuring seamless integration into a digital workflow. And the new PerfectJackets, exchangeable cylinder jackets that have an additional ink-repelling, Silicon-based layer over a high-strength Titanium compound, permit less cleaning and longer production cycles without washing.