Mid-size Commercial Printer Increases Business Volume and Capabilities with Presstek Digital Offset Press HUDSON, NH—August 27, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, today announced that Odyssey Digital Printing, a leading Tulsa, Okla.-based provider of printing and finishing services, installed a Presstek 52DI digital offset press to expand its printing capabilities, meet tight turnaround times and improve printing quality. Odyssey Digital Printing, a 55-person print shop, joins an increasing number of mid-size printers who are adopting Presstek solutions to become more capable, profitable and competitive. With more than 3,000 Direct Imaging (DI®) systems
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Local Events Offer Educational Opportunity for Printing Professionals Interested in Deploying Digital Technologies for Expanding Capabilities, Profitability and Competitiveness HUDSON, NH—August 16, 2007—Presstek Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, today announced that it has extended the road show schedule for its popular series of open house events. These events provide printing industry professionals with valuable information on how they can make their businesses more capable, profitable and competitive through the adoption of digital offset printing technology. Matt Doran, president of Anstadt Printing in York, Pa., attended a Presstek open house to consider the Presstek 34DI as a potential
HUDSON, NH—Aug.7, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, today announced the appointment of Raymond Hillhouse to the position of director of sales and operations, Presstek Europe. As such, Hillhouse will be responsible for the company’s sales and marketing, as well as Presstek Europe’s United Kingdom operations. Hillhouse has served in various sales and management positions at ABDick U.K. and Presstek Europe for the past 22 years, most recently as Presstek Europe’s sales & marketing director. Hillhouse joined the company as an engineer, but the majority of his experience has involved product management, marketing and sales. The
EFI Connects With Record Number of Users LAS VEGAS—Reaffirming its status as one of the largest graphic arts users groups, the Eighth Annual EFI Connect Conference recently drew nearly 1,500 attendees to the Wynn Hotel & Resort. That made it the biggest turnout ever for the conference, and is still impressive even given that the total registration included 250 EFI employees, a number of sponsor partners and a smattering of journalists. Connect is well-designed to deliver an effective mix of stimulating and informative keynotes, an extensive array of educational sessions and networking activities. Topics of the 160 sessions ran the gamut from EFI’s MIS
Premier North Carolina Printer Installs Next Generation Digital Offset Press to Automate and Improve the Quality of its Print Services HUDSON, NH—July 31, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, today announced that Catawba Print & Mail, a leading North Carolina printing and direct mail facility, installed a Presstek 52DI digital offset press to expand its print offerings and add four-color digital offset printing to its catalog of traditional print and mail services. “To grow our business we recently decided to add digital printing services to provide a turnkey print and mail package for our existing mailing customers,”
Business requirements and customer demand dictate purchasing decisions For printers who need to protect the future of their businesses, direct digital output is the only option. That much is clear, but what is less clear is whether to choose computer-to-plate (CTP) technology or to invest in a Direct Imaging (DI) press, where the platesetter is built into an A3+ or B3 format press. The decision is not just a question of whether to buy a press with the platesetter built in, versus having a standalone CTP device. Now, more than ever, it is the applications that dictate investment preferences. Business requirements drive decision-making Talk
HUDSON, NH—July 11, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), today announced that its subsidiary, Lasertel, Inc., has received a purchase contract for more than $3 million from SELEX Sensors and Airborne Systems to supply laser diode arrays for use in military aerospace targeting systems. The laser diode arrays will be delivered to SELEX S&AS during the remainder of 2007. This purchase is the latest in a series of contracts awarded to Lasertel as part of the strategic supply agreement in place between SELEX S&AS and Lasertel. “We are pleased to receive this latest purchase order from SELEX Sensors and Airborne Systems,” said Lasertel President Mark McElhinney.
HUDSON, NH—June 20, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, announced continued strong growth of its Direct Imaging (DI®) digital offset product line, with recent sales and strong interest in new markets around the world. The company’s increased global presence reflects continued demand for its high quality, easy-to-use, environmentally friendly and cost-effective digital offset printing solutions. “To date, Presstek’s record sales growth has been primarily based on strong performance in North America and parts of Europe,” said Jeff Jacobson, Presstek’s President and CEO. “To meet our growth initiatives, we will
Hickory, NC—6/18/07—Looking to expand its printing services, Catawba was attracted to the Presstek 52DI, due to its high level of automation, 300 lpi printing and 52cm format, making it ideal for the fast turnaround work that is the company’s bread and butter. Catawba Print & Mail only recently added “Print” to its name. The firm has a lettershop heritage and has historically worked jointly with printers on mailing projects. “We print thousands of 4”x6” postcards that are messaged and addressed using our inkjetting equipment,” says owner L.F. Miller. “With the 52DI, we are able to print them 4-up, full bleed, and the first
HUDSON, NH—June 15, 2007—Presstek, Inc. (Nasdaq: PRST), the leading manufacturer and marketer of digital offset printing business solutions, today announced that Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer Todd Chambers has been appointed to the National Association of Quick Printers (NAQP) Board of Governors. NAQP provides quick and small commercial printers with the knowledge, tools and resources for success and improved profitability. The organization, founded in 1975, has more than 1,000 members, and Chambers joins the 12-member Board of Governors. “Todd’s direct marketing expertise and 20-plus years of experience in the technology sector make him an excellent addition to NAQP’s Board of Governors,” said Steve