Pre-press is one of the areas of greatest change in the printing industry, and to the benefit of the environment. The adoption of computer to plate technology (CTP) has reduced chemical consumption, film usage and the related impacts of their manufacture and disposal.
Further opportunities for reducing environmental impact lie in the hands of pre-press departments. Digital Workflows (Heidelberg Prinect/Printready at The Printing House), have not only reduced the requirements for film and chemicals, but also for transport.
Although Soft Proofing isn’t accepted by everyone, in colour managed workflows (we work to FOGRA standards) operating to standard printing conditions there is no reason why not. A great deal of electricity, ink, chemical and paper, not to mention time and money, can be wasted trying to match a proof made without proper controls. But colour managed workflows with appropriate calibration from the beginning of the chain (the customer) through to the press set the job off on the right track without the need for chasing colour on press.
For full information on our environmental policies please see our website Print Buying Direct
Information courtesy of Print Buying Direct (The Printing House) – Crewe, Cheshire, UK
Peter Harrison is Joint Managing Director of The Printing House Ltd of Crewe, Cheshire, UK.
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