Web's Got a Friend

Waterless' fortunes may soon change, as suppliers hasten to render it more appealing. Ted Barry, VP, Sales for Matik North America, which represents Codimag's new Viva 340 press, believes strongly in waterless' potential, considering "the expiration of Toray's patent—which should drive plate costs down, and the greater availability of waterless inks." Sanki, too, is banking on dry offset's cogency. Their new press offers waterless printing in combination with flexo and rotary screen, and a host of post-print options including cold lamination, hot/cold stamping, and others, all in one web pass.