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News Release from: Kodak Graphic Communications Group | Subject: swatch and sample book
Edited by the Printingtalk Editorial
Team on 25 August 2006
Kodak announces new swatch and sample
book
Kodak has announced the availability of its new Kodak wide-format media swatchbook and sample book, invaluable reference tools for print buyers and print service providers.
The pocket-sized media swatchbook includes samples of the full portfolio of Kodak wide-format inkjet media as well as comprehensive compatibility information for all leading wide-format printers in the market Designed for resellers and key customer accounts, the media sample book features beautiful A4 images that highlight the quality and broad range of Kodak wide-format inkjet media
This article was originally published on Printingtalk on 1 Aug 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Printers and their customers can experience the weight and finish of each product in the range, as well as the colour gamut and density that make images come alive.
In addition to printed samples of photographic papers and films, and speciality media such as coated papers and vinyl, the media sample book includes a compatibility guide that provides information on which media products are bestmatched with certain printer and ink combinations.
The guide includes printers manufactured by Kodak, HP, Canon, Epson, ColorSpan, Roland and Mutoh, with both dye- and pigment based inks.
The performance guarantee chart provides detailed information on the indoor and outdoor duration for each media depending on which printer - Kodak, Epson, HP or Canon - is used.
Kodak wide-format inkjet media is guaranteed against fading, cracking and bleeding when used with specified wide-format printer and ink combinations, ensuring that printed output remains in excellent condition for the duration of the guarantee.
Print service providers can use this at-a-glance guide to select the ideal Kodak media for the job, taking into account which printer they are using and what the customer requirements are regarding durability.
"The Kodak wide-format inkjet media sample book and swatchbook are invaluable tools for print buyers and printers, not only acting as an easy-reference tool for each different media product, but also providing the critical information they need in order to produce the best results," said Eddy Houba, Director of inkjet and colour solutions, EAMER.
"Kodak's industry-leading Performance Guarantee enables printers to deliver their work with confidence, offering quality and consistency to the customer.".
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