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User Pro<strong>file</strong><br />
How has your production process evolved<br />
during the years?<br />
We migrated from typographic printing in<br />
the 1960s to offset printing in the 1970s. In the<br />
’80s we added web-printing capabilities and in<br />
the ’90s and early 2000s we finally acquired<br />
five- and six-color 700 x 1,000-mm modern<br />
offset presses. In the last few years we’ve also<br />
been using seven-color HP Indigo presses, and<br />
more recently we upgraded to <strong>Komori</strong>’s new<br />
H-UV technology.<br />
We always wanted to be in a leading<br />
position in graphical arts. We believe from a<br />
technological perspective that our press lineup<br />
today features a unique mix of capabilities in<br />
the market.<br />
At our 12,000-square-meter plant in Nepi,<br />
near Viterbo, we are now operating a full<br />
production cycle from prepress to binding and<br />
logistics/delivery. Thanks to steady business<br />
growth, our turnover is now split between<br />
Italian (80 percent), European (15 percent)<br />
and other international (5 percent) clients.<br />
We specialize in varied fields such as finance,<br />
telecommunications, utilities, publishing,<br />
marketing and automotive.<br />
What benefits does H-UV technology bring to your<br />
production process? What types of applications is it ideal for?<br />
It’s innovative — using only one lamp per side, very reliable,<br />
user-friendly, cost-effective and, most important, it provides<br />
a superior printing quality. It’s not directed toward specific<br />
printing applications. In fact, it’s ideal for all types of jobs that<br />
need flexibility and high turnover speed. However, if we had<br />
to say where it satisfies us most, it is with plastic substrates and<br />
special and natural paper. The results are really impressive —<br />
the color <strong>see</strong>ms to ‘float’ off the sheet.<br />
Are there any new projects on the horizon?<br />
We’ve invested a lot in plant innovation, production integration<br />
and personnel training. These are three very important<br />
elements of our entrepreneurship and of our goal of obtaining<br />
great results and client recognition. And considering that the<br />
Internet has changed the world so much, we will continue to<br />
pursue a competitive online commercial strategy.<br />
What particular recognition has the company<br />
received from the market?<br />
Without any doubt respect for our<br />
professionalism and trust in the quality of our<br />
product. Our state-of-the-art press lineup<br />
alone would not be sufficient if it were not<br />
for our highly skilled staff, and it’s thanks to<br />
them that we are able to provide high quality<br />
and beautifully finished printed products.<br />
Everything here is done by continuously<br />
monitoring the production process. Plus, our<br />
staff is always engaged in updating their skills<br />
and implementing the latest techniques.<br />
Why did you choose to install the Lithrone<br />
GL-840P with H-UV? What are the main<br />
factors behind this choice?<br />
We chose to install the new <strong>Komori</strong> eight-color<br />
offset press after comparing its technology with<br />
competitive machines. Ultimately we were<br />
convinced by the technological innovations<br />
of this machine. Not to mention, it perfectly<br />
suits our production strategies: the best print<br />
quality, lower operating costs and shorter<br />
printing times. Also, <strong>Komori</strong>’s installation team<br />
provided us with a smooth press setup and<br />
very professional support.<br />
<strong>Komori</strong> On Press<br />
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