Global Graphics Software and Mark Andy expand partnership to integrate SmartDFE into Digital Series HD Press

Packaging Solutions

Global Graphics Software and Mark Andy have announced an extended collaboration to license SmartDFE to drive the new Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 press. The press doubles the speed of its predecessors at 1200 dpi resolution. It is driven by Mark Andy’s new ProWorx digital front end, powered by SmartDFE, which enhances productivity by optimising pre-press workflow and colour management. 

SmartDFE is the only AI powered, in line digital front end specifically designed for high speed, single pass digital inkjet presses. It offers a suite of components, from job creation and pre-press workflow to printhead drive electronics. Powered by the Harlequin RIP, SmartDFE integrates advanced workflow and colour management tools from Hybrid Software.

The Mark Andy Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 press is a hybrid solution, seamlessly integrating both digital and flexographic printing. It prints full colour labels at an impressive 480 feet per minute, with 1200 dpi resolution and fully variable data capabilities. This high performance is enabled by streaming real time raster data directly to the printhead electronics provided by Meteor Inkjet, another Hybrid Software company.

‘We are thrilled to contribute to the development of this groundbreaking digital press,’ said Justin Bailey, managing director of Global Graphics Software. ‘The Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 is exactly what SmartDFE was designed for. We are proud of its capabilities and the significant impact it will have on digital printing.’

Mark Andy chief technology officer Scott Warhover added, ‘The Digital Series HD HighSpeed 1200 is a game changer for this industry. Mark Andy is excited to have partners like Global Graphics who help us drive smart innovation that allows our customers to achieve new levels of productivity.’

To enhance flexibility for hybrid (digital/flexographic) users, Mark Andy will offer an optional 12 month subscription to Packz, the versatile, all in one PDF editor from Hybrid Software, providing users with advanced tools for managing complex label and packaging designs.