Pronto Reproductions (Mississauga, Ontario) has switched to Azura TE Direct-on-Press plates to “expand its printing capabilities, increase productivity, lower cost of ownership and above all, promote a cleaner environment.” Agfa Graphics’ chemistry-free Azura TE Plate offers considerably shorter time to press while substantially reducing waste. The plates are cleaned out on-press, so the system requires no processor, no chemistry and no water. This results in lower energy consumption, less maintenance, more eco-friendly operations and key cost reductions. Pronto Reproductions provides a range of print, digital and finishing services with a commitment to quality, best practices and environmental care. The company is recognized as a printer of choice for greater Toronto’s leading graphic design and advertising firms.
“Since switching to Azura TE, the image is now visible on the plate prior to roll-up and allows our press operators to shorten make-ready times and minimize paper waste,” said Jennifer Burlington, Customer Experience Manager, Pronto Reproductions. “Azura also helps us stay committed to our sound environmental practices by providing chemical-free, processless plates, all while delivering superior quality.”
Azura TE is a thermal, negative-working plate designed for commercial sheetfed. Based on ThermoFuse technology, the first Azura plate was introduced in 2004 at drupa – and “has set the standard in chemistry-free platemaking ever since.”
“Outstanding image contrast, superior daylight resistance and fast make-ready times are the top features of the Azura TE chemistry-free printing process,” said Dave Carey, Senior Product Marketing Manager, Agfa Graphics North America. “Combined with no waste and no maintenance, Azura TE delivers consistent results and high image quality.”
Pronto Reproductions adopts Agfa Graphics’ Azura TE Direct-on-Press Plates
