Software - VDP

Version 7.5 of PACKZ, HYBRID Software’s native PDF editor, delivers the next generation of prepress software for labels and packaging.

Xeikon America recently announced VariOne, a new variable data generation tool for Xeikon’s X-800 digital front-end.

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HYBRID Software has relaunched STEPZ. Based on the award-winning PACKZ technology, STEPZ is the entry-level software designed for digital printers looking for a PDF editor with an extensive feature set and a complete prepress solution for variable data printing, print optimizations, quality control, warping, and more.

Esko has delivered a reported world-first in connected packaging production, supercharging secure variable data print capabilities in terms of both speed and scale for a new collaboration with Scantrust and packaging company ePac Flexible Packaging.

Global Graphics Software, HYBRID Software, Meteor Inkjet, and Xitron have all collaborated to create a smart DFE for labels and packaging applications to transform the role of the digital press in the smart print factory of the future.

In a virtual press conference held last week, HYBRID Software revealed the latest upgrades to its PACKZ and CLOUDFLOW software solutions. With the upgrades, HYBRID has improved the user experience and implemented time and material saving features.

HYBRID Software has introduced a number of new features to its product line of automated production workflow, advanced editing, customizable job ticketing, customer-facing e-commerce portals, and version control for critical production files.

HYBRID Software's STEPZ 5.2 is a modular version from the PACKZ family of native PDF step and repeat desktop solutions for digital label and package printing. The latest version includes upgrades for roll-to-roll applications as well as for sheetfed solutions.

Domino announced it will launch its new K600i White digital print module at Labelexpo Europe 2017 as an alternative to screen printing.