Thermal CTP--Making Life. . .and Plates. . .Easier

"Our CTP workflow allows me to push 25 percent more ink than I would normally be able to push," Wexler says. "It allows me to raise my line screen, because the dot is much cleaner. Previously, I would normally run 150 on my web press; I now run between 175 and 200 line screen."

Problem Free
Results on-press are also stunning, he notes, buoyed by a cleaner, smoother look that features heavier ink coverage on the sheets. There are no holes, no hot spots—none of the traditional problems encountered with conventional prepress, Wexler contends. Boasting CIP3 technology is another plus, allowing him to preset all fountain settings on the press and automate the imposition process.