FUJIFILM Direct Laser Engraving Update: April 2011
Fujifilm announced its intention to release a Direct Laser Engraved (DLE) plate at Drupo in 2009. Since then we’ve had technological announcements at the IPEX show in the UK and at Label Expo in Rosemont, IL during 2010.
Designed to image, rinse and go directly to press, the technology is the epitome of digital flexo plate imaging: complete 3D dot control will allow sharp process images on the same plate as solid images. The plate will not require “processing” of any sort – no solvents, not thermal wicking, just rinse with water and go.
Currently three years into R&D in Japan, Fujifilm North America Corporation is expecting further press and imaging tests in the U.S. late in 2011.
Want to learn more? Contact your local Fujifilm representative or download the brochure .pdf.