Automating the Human Equation
The combined EskoArtwork will continue to support these and all of the solutions developed independently by both Esko-Graphics and Artwork Systems prior to the merger.
Heidelberg
Heidelberg has said that at drupa 2008 it will unveil a full packaging workflow, built on the company’s JDF-based Prinect workflow management system. Open to predominant design modalities and all standard formats, Prinect’s packaging-friendly functionality includes Printready automated prepress with MetaDimension RIP; Signa Station for management of step-and-repeat, nesting, CAD, press and finishing marks, ink fields, and 3D simulation; PDF Toolbox for management of spot colors, trapping, screen growth, and special screening; and Prinect Color Solutions, which furnishes tools for calibration, profile creation, and monitoring. The Prinect Image Control color measuring system integrates all HKS and Pantone color charts.
