X-Rite
promotes use of advanced technology in the print and packaging industry with
trade-in program for eXact spectrophotometer
eXact family
of instruments uses touch-and-swipe technology and intuitive software to make
precise measurement of colors a snap
GRAND
RAPIDS, Mich., February 4, 2013 -- X-Rite, Incorporated is accelerating the
introduction of advanced technology in the print and packaging industry with a
worldwide trade-in program for the X-Rite-eXact series of spectrophotometers.
Customers
can receive a rebate ranging from $700 to $1,000 (550€ to 800€) that can be
applied to a purchase of a standard, advanced or densitometer version of eXact
for each qualifying instrument they send in that appears on a specified list of
more than 38 X-Rite, GretagMacbeth (Gretag) or competitor's handheld
instruments.
The trade-in
program expires June 30, and customers can obtain more detailed information
about the terms and conditions of the offer by referring to www.xritetradein.com. Instruments that
are traded in will be disposed of in an environmentally responsible
fashion.
Among the
instruments qualifying for the trade-in program are the X-Rite models 400
series, 504, 508, 518, 520, 528, 530, 918, 939, 938, 948, 968, X-Rite (or
GretagMacbeth) SpectroEye and SpectroEye LT, GretagMacbeth (or Gretag) D19C /
D196, X-Rite (or GretagMacbeth) DensiEye 100, 700, 750 and selected models from
competitors.
The eXact
spectrophotometer makes color measurements quick and easy for brand managers,
pre-media, ink suppliers, printers and converters, while solving the widespread
problem of measuring and matching colors on various substrates and surfaces.
With
split-second measurement times and improved accuracy to simplify workflow, the
eXact instrument is the first spectrophotometer in the industry to offer
customers a way to measure true daylight conditions by supporting all the M
Standards inclusive of the complete M1.
For today's needs of matching proof to press across many substrates, the X-Rite
eXact brings to the supply chain a simple-to-use device that is fully compliant
with ISO 13655:2009 measurement standards.
In addition
to using advanced measurement technology, the new platform is easy to learn,
thanks to the intuitive software and touch screen controls. The eXact
instruments can be set up to position key elements in the order most likely to
be needed by personnel such as press operators and operations managers, giving
users instant access to the tools they need, often in a single click. The
platform uses X-Rite Graphic Arts Standard (XRGA) and Color Exchange Format
(CxF™) to communicate color for easy data exchange.
With
flexibility to match a company's requirements and budget, the eXact series of
spectrophotometers works seamlessly with other powerful X-Rite solutions for
the printing industry, including Color iQC Print, InkFormulation 6, NetProfiler
3.0 and PantoneLIVE™ cloud-based color service that gives brand owners a means
to connect their whole supply chains.
Color iQC
Print and PantoneLIVE shave days off projects by making sure that all the links
in the supply chain – from brand owners and designers to product production –
have reliable and accurate color information when and where they need it.
Some of the
features include:
- Faster
measurement time of less than 1 second
- Sequential measurements of M0, M2 and M3
- An integrated tile for simplification and faster calibration
- Support of CxF standard for easy data exchange
- Color display with touch screen technology, offering intuitive software
that minimizes the time it takes for operators to learn the instrument and
options to streamline navigation of menus
- “Best Match” function quickly and easily determines if operators can
achieve satisfactory matches on-press
- Automatic detection of patch types (solid, paper, half tone, overprint
gray balance) to reduce operator error and speed measurements
- Integrated tools to determine if materials are within variety of
standards (ISO, JPMA, G7, PSO) (Pro), as well as in-house standards/processes
About X-Rite
X-Rite, Incorporated is the global leader in color science and technology. The
company, which now includes color industry leader Pantone LLC, develops,
manufactures, markets and supports innovative color solutions through
measurement systems, software, color standards and services. X-Rite's expertise
in inspiring, selecting, measuring, formulating, communicating and matching
color helps users get color right the first time and every time, which
translates to better quality and reduced costs. X-Rite serves a range of
industries, including printing, packaging, photography, graphic design, video, automotive,
paints, plastics, textiles, dental and medical. For further information, please
visit www.xrite.com.