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"Self-learning" capabilities also preset the press based on substrate conditions. And a Smart Sequence feature enables users to select the most appropriate of three pre-programmable, automatic operations for complete press setup.

To illustrate value-added printing, a six-color Lithrone SX629 was equipped with in-line foiling, in-line UV coating and in-line embossing. The six-up press, which handles up to a 24x291/2? sheet, can also be specified with an in-line diecutting unit.