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Agfa pioneers next-gen of B1- Size

digital packaging print solutions

T he packaging market demands efficient and cost-effective

solutions for shorter print runs and custom packaging.
Digital printing has emerged as a game-changer, and Agfa’s
SpeedSet Orca 1060 leads the way with its water-based B1
inkjet technology.
Fast, High-Quality Printing: Capable of producing up to 11,000 B1
sheets per hour at 1200 dpi, the SpeedSet Orca 1060 delivers offset-
like quality, ideal for precise and vibrant results.
Cost-Effective for Short Runs: Designed for short runs over 11,000
sheets, it eliminates costly setup, reduces waste, and offers significant
savings compared to offset printing. With this press, more than 5,000
sheets can be printed cheaper than with Offset.
Versatile Substrates and Applications: From folding carton,and
micro-flute to various paper types, it supports various materials with
thicknesses from 0.2 to 2 mm, meeting diverse packaging needs.
Sustainable and Food-Safe: Using water-based inks compliant with
food safety standards like Nestlé, the SpeedSet Orca 1060 supports
eco-friendly and food-safe production.
A New Era in Packaging: Agfa’s SpeedSet Orca 1060 combines digi-
tal efficiency with offset-quality results, making it the ultimate solu-
tion for modern packaging demands.
By continuously improving their products and embracing new technolo-
Asanti workflow & colormanagement gies, Agfa set the stage for a revolution in industrial printing, particularly for
large-scale applications such as packaging, signage, and textiles. In recent
Agfa’s Asanti Workflow and ColorManagement streamlines the print-
ing process from prepress to production, ensures error-free job handling years, Agfa has expanded its focus to meet the growing demand for digital
andconsistent color reproduction, enables automatic job creation with printing in the corrugated packaging sector. Traditional methods of corru-
parameter-based Calibrated Print Modes, provides real-time insights gated printing often involve complex processes, limited flexibility, and high
through a Production Dashboard tracking job status, ink, and media production costs.
consumption,and incorporates the latest Adobe PDFPrint Engine for Agfa’s innovative solutions, however, are revolutionizing this space by offer-
seamless processing. ing direct-to-board inkjet printers that can handle a wide variety of substrates,
providing faster production speeds, and higher-quality results, while reducing
Regional Excellence: Agfa Middle East
waste.
Agfa’s Dubai office serves as a key hubfor the Middle-East, Africa and
Saarcregions, driving regional innovationthrough a collaborative approach Agfa’s extensive experience, innovative approach, and commitment to sus-
thatensures local support, customizedsolutions, and strengthenedpart- tainability make it a leader in industrial printing. Its focus on the corrugated
nerships, while fostering dealershipnetworks and meeting the growingde- packaging sector highlights its ability to deliver flexible, cost-efficient, and
mand for sustainable, short-rundigital packaging solutions. high-quality solutions. As the industry evolves, Agfa’s cutting-edge technolo-
For decades, Agfa has been at the forefront of technological advance- gies will continue to be a key partner for businesses aiming to stay competitive
ments in the printing industry, driving innovation and setting new stand- in industrial printing.
ards across diverse sectors. With a history of creating reliable, The Agfa-Gevaert Group develops, produces and distributes an extensive
high-performance printing solutions, Agfa has evolved into a key player in range of analog and digital imaging systems and IT solutions, mainly for the
large-format printing, offering cutting-edge systems for a wide range of printing industry and the healthcare sector, as well as for specific industrial
applications. applications.
Today, Agfa continues to push the boundaries of industrial printing,
particularly in the growing field of corrugated packaging. Agfa’s journey in The Agfa-Gevaert Group strives to be the partner of choice for imaging and
printing innovation began more than a century ago. From pioneering the information systems in all the markets in which it operates. The company
early days of offset printing to developing advanced inkjet technologies, does this by offering leading edge technology, affordable solutions and innova-
Agfa has always been at the vanguard of printing solutions. As the industry tive ways of working, based on its in-depth understanding of the businesses
evolved, Agfa recognized the need for more sustainable, efficient, and ver- and the individual needs of its customers. To succeed, investing in innovation
satile printing technologies. and delivering top quality solutions are key.

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