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Wave Front Technologies' Softdie™ digital laser conversion system, which is targeted specifically to the label converting market, claims compatibility with almost every existing label press; it can also be used for offline processing. Features include multiple laser operation and speeds to 600 ips.

"Digital laser converting is already installed in all packaging market segments," Wave Front's Farkas reveals. "Most of these installations are rather well-kept secrets, with the manufacturers of the systems often bound by non-disclosure agreements. However, although the technology is now available, the market itself is still in its infancy."