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Braille dot measurement system
Troika Systems
Troika Systems, a UK supplier of print-based quality
control products, has released of BrailleCam, a
device designed to accurately measure Braille dots.
The BrailleCam project started following
discussions with packaging equipment specialist
Chesapeake Packaging Systems. Part of EU
legislation already requires the incorporation of
Braille information on all new drug packaging,
and proposed directives will include detailed
specifications for the height of the Braille dot.
BrailleCam is a hand-held portable camera
specifically designed to measure and view Braille
dots with precision and clarity. The camera utilizes
a PC link in order to show 3D images of a dot
using color representation, allowing the user to
view dot form and inspect for surface cracking.
The system also provides the tools necessary for
highly detailed measurement and recording of dot
values. BrailleCam can measure male and female
embossing tools as well as final output.
When measuring finished product, the auto-focus
feature of the camera automatically finds the top
surface. It then takes a series of images, each with
a different focus depth, down to the ground level of
the substrate. Software removes all un-sharp parts of
each image and combines the levels into a rendered
3D grid model. This can be analyzed via the PC and
rotated in any direction.
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PDF Standardizer
Enfocus and Alwan Color Expertise
Enfocus and Alwan Color Expertise have announced the commercial
release of PDF Standardizer to bring reliable PDF standardization and
quality control to the graphic arts market.
In addition to leveraging the automation and advanced preflighting
capabilities of Enfocus PitStop Server and Enfocus Switch, PDF
Standardizer also provides out-of-the-box compliance with ISO 12647
and 15930 color requirements. This brings quality assurance to global
and print-on-demand digital workflows, simplifying production for both
content creators and print service providers. It offers ‘dynamic’ color
management, flattening of transparencies, and normalization of PDF
files, resulting in ‘perfect workflow reliability’, claim the companies. In
addition, PDF Standardizer has the 2008 InterTech award-winning Alwan
Dynamic Device Link technology embedded, and easily integrates with
any existing workflow.
4-color inkjet press
Advanced Inkjet Technology
Australia-based Advanced Inkjet Technology (AIT) has launched its
SquidJet digital press. Built around a modular platform, the machine
contains a 4-color digital print unit based on 1001 print heads from Xaar.
The press is being built by New South Wales-based Rapid Machinery,
while AIT, which represents Ixpressia’s inkjet software in the region, is
marketing the product. The SquidJet is available in various web widths
and a range of optional modules, including UV flexo stations, die
cutting, hot foil stamping, laminating, RFID insertion, slitting, rewinding,
sheeting and more. The Xaar print heads can print 960 dpi at 40 meters
a minute. The machine is controlled by Print Engine software developed
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