Since the introduction of the CTP (Computer-to-plate) plate in 1993, it only took 2 years for more than 50 CTP systems to be brought to the DRUPA exhibition held in 1995. Nowadays, if you walk into a litho offset shop, you will definitely find a CTP system somewhere, usually in a separate CTP room or sharing space within the prepress department.

All indications suggest that 2023 will be a different year because the trends and pace of changes have accelerated. Most in-plant print centers have been struggling with challenges for the last few years, including issues with demand, supply chain, availability of production staff, reductions of in-office staff, and outsourcing concerns. These issues alone would be challenging, but the combination will create “perfect storms.” This blog post will discuss changes and strategies to reduce the impact of the challenges these trends create.

Flat-bed printing technology is commonplace in the large-format signage printing sector, where its application has traditionally been utilised and developed for POS, display, events, boards, packaging, interior graphics, fine-art and photographic applications.

Massimo Spaggiari, Sales Director, MCA, Mark Lawn, Head of Print-on-Demand Business, Fujifilm Europe, Alberto Agostini, Equipment Commercial Director, MCA and Daniele Carino, Wide Format inkjet Pod Sales Manager, Fujifilm Italy

Massimo Spaggiari, Sales Director, MCA, Mark Lawn, Head of Print-on-Demand Business, Fujifilm Europe, Alberto Agostini, Equipment Commercial Director, MCA and Daniele Carino, Wide Format inkjet Pod Sales Manager, Fujifilm Italy