The Rise and Rise of Print Finishing

Hybrid Finishing
One future alternative finishing technique is the hybrid method. Exhibitor KBA AG has been a pioneer of hybrid finishing from the outset and has entered into partnerships with other machine manufacturers such as Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG, in order to advance and publicize the process. Thanks to the continual development of the hybrid method, it is safe to assume that solutions compatible with both expensive UV inks and standard inks will become available in the near future. All machine manufacturers in the segment are expected to market solutions based on this combination technology in time for drupa 2008, and ink manufacturers will also be presenting their new products.