At its annual user meeting, EskoWorld, being held in Phoenix, May 19 – 22, Esko will introduced its workflow automation Suite 12.1.
The updated software includes new features that go further to streamline end-to-end workflows across the entire print and packaging supply chain.
It follows the release of Suite 12 at drupa 2012 and includes updates of its flagship editing and automation software.
It contains enhancements that will make work easier and more profitable for all stakeholders in the print and packaging supply chain, from novice users to those with more experience.
Some of the enhancements in the new release include; standard template workflows, integration with on-press visual inspection systems, CombiPress support, a barcode and braille reader, compliance with EU food regulations (EU Regulation No. 1169/2011 goes into effect December 13, 2014) and the automation of gang runs for flatbed printers.
Bernard Zwaenepoel, senior vice president software, said, ‘After drupa, Esko´s Software Suite 12 was labelled as the industry reference. But we haven’t been resting on these laurels and invested significant time with our customers to understand additional value-adding requirements, many of which we have addressed in this release. By extending our capabilities beyond traditional prepress tasks, Suite 12.1 brings unsurpassed value to service providers, converters and printers alike, as they strive to stay competitive and current in a dynamic market environment.’
