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Software - Nov 2008
New SignLab Version 8 boasts extra features to boost production
Saturday, 01 November 2008 00:00
CADlink Technology Corporation, a global leader in signmaking software for more than 18 years and specialising in wideformat printing, has announced the release of its next generation signmaking software, SignLab Version 8.
This new release centres around enhancing the design front-end and complementing it with a brand new production-oriented back-end queue system, Visual Production Manager (VPM). Bolstering an already impressive design engine, SignLab Version 8 now includes an additional 75 special effects plug-ins and comes bundled with a complete bitmap editing application. The SignLab Vinyl package also now includes the pro text composition and colour vectorising features, with a wizard to enable the poorest quality bitmaps to be vectorised quickly and easily. Newly added to the SignLab Vinyl Pro package are all of the design/drawing and special effects tools previously only found in the top-of-the-line print and cut package.
VPM is a multiple queue, multiple printer system designed for simultaneous printing, which is a "must have" for all signshops digitally printing signs on a daily basis says CADlink. It includes fully automated job management settings for high-volume shops but can also be run completely manually for those shops specialising in lower volume custom sign printing. Recent enhancements to VPM include a PDF supporting RIP engine, template media for easy set up when importing jobs, job costing interface and support for sheet mode devices, both UV flatbeds and desktop style printers.
Additional features of SignLab Version 8 include HalfCut, an automated decal creator for print and cut devices, and the ability to publish to pdf with colour matching. This means customers can be sent pdf proofs that actually colour match when they review them on their screens.
As an added bonus, all customers purchasing SignLab 8 Print and Cut will also receive a special CADlink version of Fluid Mask™ software (value £125), recognised worldwide as a leading image masking application.
SignLab Version 8 for Roland VersaWorks
Saturday, 01 November 2008 00:00
SignLab Version 8 is now also available in a new configuration called SignLab for VersaWorks™ Edition. Specifically designed for signmakers using VersaWorks software to send print, print and cut jobs to their Roland printers and print and cut devices. Essentially, an unmatched design and production front-end that sends jobs seamlessly to the VersaWorks RIP. 
Many VersaWorks users are using desktop publishing programs to output files to VersaWorks software. These software packages simply do not offer the wide format design and production tools or the seamless interface that SignLab for VersaWorks Edition provides.
Visit www.cadlink.com for additional information.
VersaWorks 2.7 features new single-pass mode for white ink applications
Saturday, 01 November 2008 00:00
Roland DG Corporation has introduced version 2.7 of VersaWorks, the company's powerful RIP and colour management software.The latest version of VersaWorks features a new single-pass white ink print mode for the company's SolJet PRO III XC-540W 54" printer/cutter.
VersaWorks 2.7 is now available free for Roland users at www.rolanddg.com/download.html
"We are pleased to offer our XC-540W customers the ability to select either conventional dual-pass print mode or new single-pass print mode for white ink applications," said Roland DG (UK), Head of Product Management, Brett Newman.
"This flexibility allows shops to customise their workflow for the job at hand. New single-pass white ink print mode allows users to take full advantage of the XC-540W's media take-up system for long unattended production runs and large prints such as decorative window graphics. Dual-pass print mode is recommended whenever overprinting is involved and when the media selected requires an extended dry time. Both print modes deliver exceptionally smooth gradations for outstanding overall print quality."
The new VersaWorks is designed for high density printing and jobs requiring more opacity and facilitates print and cut applications such as labels, decals and product design. It reduces ink consumption while delivering brighter colour output and better opacity; as a result, production and maintenance costs are lower and efficiency and productivity are increased.
GraphCUT - Available at a special price
Saturday, 01 November 2008 00:00
Benefit with GraphCUT's creativity - now available at a special price
Graphtec is now offering buyers of both CE5000 and FC7000MK2 Series the opportunity to include GraphCUT software, usually retailing at £325, for just £80 with their purchase.
GraphCUT has been produced exclusively for these machines by CADlink Technology, the people behind the widely popular SignLab software. Based on SignLab, it includes all the features, design, text and cutting tools needed to quickly achieve professional results.
This new software is easy-to-use and enables even inexperienced operators to get creative and start designing immediately. Whether it's adding drop shadows, special effects to text, editing graphics, or fitting text around an arc, GraphCUT makes it simple.
Available in 600mm and 1200mm cutting widths, the CE5000s are favoured by start-up signmakers and retail outlets that produce their own signage, as well as larger sign businesses wanting extra production capacity. They have an enviable range of functions for cutters in their class, including SmartFeed auto material pre-feed, providing enhanced media tracking for consistent accuracy, and an exceptionally easy-to-use menu.
The FC7000MK2's range of sophisticated features and newly developed functions make them first choice for high production environments. A new all-in-one cutter head, Graphtec's Advanced Registration Mark Sensing System (ARMS), Auto Registration Mark Reading, and more, provide improved cutting accuracy along the entire length of even large and long format drawings plus increased production speeds and reliability.
Whichever machine customers choose, choosing a cutting plotter from Graphtec has just become an even better business investment.
"The CE5000s are designed to help a business grow without a big up-front investment and the FC7000MK2s to boost production. GraphCUT software is the perfect complement to both, enabling operators to quickly and easily produce a wider variety of signage with extra design elements added," says Phil Kneale, Sales and Marketing Director for Graphtec (GB).
"CADlink has developed industry-leading design and production software for more than 18 years. Specialised tools it developed for particular markets such as signmaking have become industry standards; now that knowledge and expertise has been applied in developing GraphCUT."
"The software that comes with many entry-level and even higher-spec plotters is often very limited and doesn't cater for more than the very basics. But GraphCUT lets you can do much more, and because it's so user-friendly, you don't have to be a technical wizard to achieve excellent results."
"And, where most software that comes with a cutter can't be upgraded as your business grows, GraphCUT can be seamlessly upgraded to SignLab Vinyl, with more money saved in the process," adds Phil.
GraphCUT is fully compatible with Windows 2000, XP and Vista, and comes with full technical support.
To find out more or arrange a demonstration, go to www.graphtecgb.com or telephone 01978 666700.
Roland introduces R-Wear studio design software for apparel and gift shops
Saturday, 01 November 2008 00:00
Roland DG Corporation has developed Roland R-Wear Studio, powerful new design software that supports Roland R-Wear Business Solutions.
Designed to meet the demands of custom apparel and gift shops, R-Wear Studio offers all the necessary design elements for a range of profitable applications, including heat-transfers for apparel, gift engraving, hot-fix rhinestones, vinyl lettering, labels and decals, and POS signage. With R-Wear Studio, users can even create multimedia apparel decorations featuring rhinestone embellishments and heat transfers together using vector-based designs, logos and lettering.
Roland R-Wear Studio comes complete with artwork, stylised typefaces and patterns for fast, easy production.
Users can also import their own graphics, rhinestone patterns, personalised lettering, unique backgrounds and more for the ultimate in customisation.
"With R-Wear Studio, you can create a wide variety of rhinestone templates quickly and inexpensively without relying on outsourcing," said Peter Kettle, Roland DG 3D Product and Sales Manager. "R-Wear Studio has a large library of 500 hot-fix rhinestones that match the different colours, sizes and types available on the market. The software can also automatically display a job's cost, allowing users to quickly calculate profits and manage rhinestone inventories. R-Wear Studio is a great addition to the R-Wear Business Solution suite."
Roland R-Wear Solutions are based on the company's output devices including EGX engravers, the GX-24 cutter and the VersaCAMM VP-300 inkjet printer/cutter. Each device delivers outstanding results across a variety of workflows for maximum creativity.
With R-Wear Business Solutions, users can generate simple vinyl lettering using the Roland GX-24 cutter, or print and cut more complex graphics by pairing a commercially available printer with the GX-24.
Shops can also print and cut colourful heat transfers, labels and decals with the Roland VersaCAMM VP-300, all in one seamless workflow.
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