Direct-To-Plate for Flexo: A Status Report, 1998 Polymers, Laminations & Coatings Conference Proceedings
While direct-to-plate systems for offset printing have gained wide acceptance the direct-to-plate for flexo is just taking shape. There are two principle methods which are being used today and each have advantages and disadvantages. Furthermore, the printers need to understand the plate characteristics and the impact on their operations. And we need to focus the benefits of the technology on converting new business to flexography.