JUST OUT RNR Plastics Inc., Raynham, Mass., introduced a custom self-adhesive vinyl product line that includes pockets, pouches, envelopes and sleeves. The pockets are created from clear and colored PVC in sizes from 1⁄2 x 1 inch to 24 x 36 inches, and can include permanent, repositionable and specialty adhesives. They can be made in various thicknesses and include die-cut thumb notches, windows, punching and printing.
Visit www.rnrplastics.com. RNR Plastics' new vinyl pockets
Formax, Dover, N.H., announced a new autoseal in-line system, FD 2052IL, which integrates the FD 2052 AutoSeal with model-specific MICR and non-MICR desktop laser printers without software. The system's enclosed paper path has six automatic fold settings. It processes 175,000 forms per month on its two output conveyor sizes. Visit www.formax.com. The Formax AutoSeal system
Ward/Kraft Inc., Fort Scott, Kan., introduced Composite Cards to its PVC card offerings. The cards, which come in quantities from 100 to 40,000, include picture ID cards, full variable print from card to card, in-line numbering/barcoding and full service encoding capabilities for the long run gift cards, as well as laminated key fobs.
Visit www.wardkraft.com.
Vertis Communications, Baltimore, recently released several customer offerings: DataDrivenDesign, a consumer profiling methodology, evaluates customers for maximum purchasing potential. This proprietary research technique, Customer Focus, includes RISC AmeriScan information, driving direct mail, advertising, displays, door hangers and other promotional items. ¡Alcance! en tu Buzón is a direct mail program tailored to Hispanic homeowners, designed for distribution targeting major Hispanic holidays.
Visit www.vertisinc.com.
Artwork Systems Group N.V., a Belgian pre-press software development firm, released a software solution for gamut printing called Equinox. This new program brings together a unique color-conversion process, enabling 5, 6 or 7 printing inks for expanded gamut printing. Combining technical ICC color profiles and an "editorial" control option, users can choose how images will be separated and colors converted. For example, orange can be constrained from flesh tones but retained in a pumpkin in the same image.
Visit www.artwork-systems.com.
ProDocumentSolutions, Paso Robles, Calif., has released CopySafe+, a technology that prevents photocopies of sensitive documents from being legible. The solution, which differs from "copy-evident" technologies, prevents the information from being read at all. The copysafe paper has reflective areas, over which sensitive copy is printed by laser printers. When imaged on a photocopier, the copier's light reflects off of the metallic area and reproduces a black box. The solution can be applied to custom documents in specific areas.
Visit www.prodocumentsolutions.com.
PrintSoft, Itasca, Ill., released WebDirect, an add-on for its PReS and DeskDirect software that lets users share, preview, proof and modify direct mail and letter applications using standard browser software. The flexible software allows for web-based collaboration content customization. It can be integrated with CRM and other enterprise systems.
Visit www.printsoft.com.
Euracli, a French manufacturer, released microcapsules for delayed-release substances in printing applications. The capsules, which can hold perfume, antibacterials, or pigments, are ideal for labels, decals, textiles and cosmetics. Liquids or solids wrapped in a polymer membrane can vary in size from .05 to 2,000 microns. The product is either released through slow diffusion or when the membrane is broken.
Visit www.euracli.fr.
FYI Matrix Label Systems Inc., Plainfield, Indiana, now offers UV overprint varnish on a wide web press. This 5-color, 20-inch wide press has a delaminating and relaminating station, and it also offers 4-color process labels in medium and long run quantities.
Ultra Forms Plus, Kalamazoo, Mich., added a high-speed press to produce long-run laser checks and forms, in quantities up to 100 million. Additionally, Ultra Forms has expanded and extended its gas promotion through 2007 and now includes $15, $25, and $50 gas cards. For more information, call (800) 531-2101.
Visit www.ultraformsplus.com.
Canon USA, Lake Success, N.Y., introduced the imageRUNNER500V, a copier/printer/scanner suitable for high-volume corporate departments. The machine offers speeds up to 50 pages per minute. An embedded print controller enables enhanced 2,400 x 600dpi print resolution for superior image quality and provides support for PCL5e/6 and emulated Adobe PostScript3 page description languages.
Visit www.usa.canon.com.
