PRINT 01 WRAP-UP -- Lasting Impressions

With the same thought in mind, Heidelberg showcased its new Stitchmaster ST 100 saddlestitcher, also described as an entry-level solution. Heidelberg claims the compact Stitchmaster ST is best suited to short- and medium-length runs with frequent format changes.

But, stitchers were not the only machines priced for the entry-level market. Gämmerler introduced its RS 101 rotary trimmer at the show. Gämmerler describes the RS 101 as providing the quality, accuracy and trim integrity associated with high-end trimming systems, but priced competitively so as to serve the needs of a broad range of printers. Another growing trend in the finishing arena was Heidelberg's presentation of the FCS 100 production and information system. Part of Heidelberg's Prinect, a modular concept for end-to-end workflow solutions, the FCS 100 brings the advantages of a completely digital workflow to the finishing department. It is said to encourage more efficient job planning, the transmission of press programs and online collation of precise production data.