Automated CTP processes
for newspaper printing

KRAUSE Imposition Manager: KIM News

• KIM News is the KIM solution for the newspaper sector
• Offers specific functionalities in the newspaper application such as page pairing
• KIM News automates the process of creating imposed PDF sheets by automatically combining predefined imposition templates with PDF pages from job folders to create complete PDF forms
• The entire sheet with press control marks is forwarded as a PDF file to preselected output devices or folders

KRAUSE Smart'n'Easy Net

KRAUSE Smart'n'Easy Net is the professional entry to the management of digital production data in the industrial newspaper prepress and offers the basic functionality of the industrial JetNet workflow with an output capacity of up to 200 plates/h.
 

• Newspaper workflow for up to 200 plates/h
• Central management of PDF and TIFF pages
• Automatic quality assurance of PDF data using Preflight and Correct
• Optical quality check of PDF and TIFF data by means of softproof and release system
• Sheet assembly from individual PDF pages and TIFF separations
• Output of PDF data to RIP's including balancing
• Output of TIFF data to platesetters including page balancing and adaptation of bitmaps to exposure requirements
• Decentralized production control at network workstations

KRAUSE JetNet

KRAUSE JetNet is the solution to manage digital production data in the industrial newspaper prepress area. The system enables the creation of a workflow from PDF reception to film or plate exposure.
 

• Potentials for the optimization and automation of production processes are opened up by integrating the JetNet workflow with surrounding planning systems.
• Ink value adjustment in PDF documents to save ink and optimize print quality
• Calculation of ink coverage values and transfer to the press control console
• Softproof display in Web browsers via customer portals, at workstations or in the press control center
• Press Control driven just-in-time production with flexible PlateLogistics sorting station assignment for unmanned newspaper plate production

Smart’n’Easy Jet Semi

• Violet flatbed CTP entry-level solution with approx. 80 plates/h
• Semiautomatic plate handling  
• Krause Violet Jewel-Optics for perfect quality
• High reliability and ease of use

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with Smart'n'Easy Fin
• Retrofittable loader

Smart'n'Easy Jet Auto

• Violet flatbed CTP entry-level solution with 100 plates/h
• Fully automatic plate handling from the feeder platform  
• Krause Violet Jewel-Optics for perfect quality
• High reliability and ease of use

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with Smart'n'Easy Fin
• Option Paper Detection Sensor

PlateStream Semi

• Violet flatbed CTP entry-level solution with approx. 80 plates/h
• Semiautomatic plate handling
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• Comfortable CTP Controller operation via tablet
• SmartService interface for remote support via Internet

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with Smart'n'Easy Fin

PlateStream Compact 100-200

• Violet flatbed CTP entry with 100, 150 or 200 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 1 Loading Bay
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the Loading Bay
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Extensive expansion possibilities
• Flexible floor planning and integration through right- or left-sided loading and 3-sided plate output straight / right / left

Options:

• With panorama cassette up to 30 printing plates
• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

PlateStream Multiformat 100-200

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 100, 150 or 200 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 2 Loading Bays
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the loading bays
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Extensive expansion possibilities
• Flexible floor planning and integration through right- or left-sided loading and 3-sided plate output straight / right / left

Options:

• Optional with panorama cassette up to 30 printing plates
• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

LS Performance 120-200

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 120, 150 or 200 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 1 Loading Bay
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the Loading Bay
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Extensive expansion possibilities

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

PlateStream Compact 200-400

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 200, 250, 300, 350 or 400 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 1 Loading Bay
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the Loading Bay
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Extensive expansion possibilities
• Flexible floor planning and integration through right- or left-sided loading and 3-sided plate output straight / right / left

Options:

• With panorama cassette up to 30 printing plates
• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

PlateStream Multiformat 200-400

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 200, 250, 300, 350 or 400 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 2 Loading Bays
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the loading bays
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Extensive expansion possibilities
• Flexible floor planning and integration through right- or left-sided loading and 3-sided plate output straight / right / left

Options:

• Optional with panorama cassette up to 30 printing plates
• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

LS Performance 200-250

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 200 or 250 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 1 Loading Bay
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the Loading Bay
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Extensive expansion possibilities

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

LS Jet 200-400

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 200-400 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 1 Loading Bay
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the Loading Bay
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Flexible floor planning and integration through right- or left-sided loading and 2-sided plate output straight / rear side of plate loading

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

LS Jet Multiformat 200-400

• Violet flatbed platesetter with 200 -400 plates per hour – upgradeable
• Fully automatic plate handling from 2 Loading Bays
• Use of trolleys or pallets in the loading bays
• Krause Violet Juwel Ultra 3.0 - optics for perfect quality
• App-based CTP Controller operation via Tablet / WLAN
• Intelligent cloud networking for INDUSTRY 4.0 digitization including Krause SmartService and remote support
• Flexible floor planning and integration through right- or left-sided loading and 2-sided plate output straight / rear side of plate loading

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

LS Performance XXL

• Violet flatbed platesetter for newspaper plate formats and 3V or 2L1W
• Fully automatic trolley plate handling from 1 loading bay
• Krause Violet Jewel Ultra - optics for perfect quality
• Processing of single, panorama and 3V or 2L1W formats
• High reliability and ease of use

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin / BlueFin LowChem

LS Jet Asia

• Violet flatbed platesetter for Asian newspaper formats 2L2W and 2L1W
• Fully automatic plate handling from 1 Loading Bay
• Use of 2 Single or 1 Panorama Trolley in the Loading Bay
• Krause Violet Jewel Ultra - optics for perfect quality
• Different speeds configurable according to requirements
• Very robust platesetter with long life cycle time

Options:

• Optimal system configuration with BlueFin 1250

NetLink WIN 10 Upgrade

• Upgrade of the Krause SW components NetLink and Tiffblaster to WIN 10
• New NetLink PC with WIN 10 operating system for 64 bit
• Safe operation due to new PC hardware and software
• Recommended for a planned duration of up to 3-5 years

Juwel Ultra Electronic 2.0 (Windows)

• New exposure electronics for higher screen rulings and better imaging quality
• More precise control of the optical system and the piezo mirror
• Enables higher screen rulings, hybrid and FM screens
• More stable exposure quality through automatic CrossScan correction

CTP Controller 3.0 Upgrade with Tablet Operation (Linux)

• Upgrade of Krause SW components to the future-oriented CTP Controller
• CTP Controller as central software, operator and machine control interface
• Comfortable tablet operation for all inputs with WLAN connection
• Central operation of the CTP platesetter and Krause BlueFin processors
• Simple and fast Linux operating system for permanently secure operation
• Including new fully digital Juwel Ultra 3.0 electronics for highest imaging quality
• SmartService connection and RemoteMessaging System from Krause
• Optimal remote maintenance and support by Krause experts
• Connection of cameras in the machine with image and video transmission
• Recommended for highest comfort and longer operating time of the systems
• Optional Executive Management Report, System Analysis and Digital Maintenance

Complete Juwel Ultra optics exchange

• Exchange and retrofit of the complete Krause CTP optics with laser, polygon, electronics,..
• Optional with Juwel Ultra 2.0 (NetLink WIN) or Juwel Ultra 3.0 electronics (CTP Controller)
• On request with speed upgrade for higher plate output capacity of the platesetter
• Recommended for older systems with good mechanics

CTP Factory Retrofit at Krause factory

• Factory overhaul with optics replacement and CTP controller upgrade
• Machine is completely overhauled and all wear parts are renewed
• Set-up on new plate format and complete maintenance
• Recommended when moving to a new production site or after longer storage
• Optional Speedupgrade or PowerLoading retrofit

CTP PowerLoading Retrofit

• Retrofitting of Krause PowerLoading components for pallet loading
• Printing plates are processed directly from the pallet including interleaving paper removal
• Loading capacity of pallet approx. 3,000 single or 1,500 panorama plates
• With the upgrade you can load plates from trolleys or from pallets
• Manual loading and handling errors are eliminated
• Significantly higher degree of automation with less personnel
• Pallet feed into the platesetter in daylight

Smart'n'Easy Fin LowChem

• CTP entry plate processor for LowChem violet polymer printing plates
• Independence from a plate type / supplier / technology
• User-friendly and modern control with interface to CTP
• Memory Locks for easy brush and roller adjustment
• Reduction of water and chemical consumption in the LowChem version
• Efficient design to reduce energy costs  
• Recommended for up to 150 single plates per hour or 500 m² per week

Options:

• With Universal Kit also suitable for violet polymer plates  

Smart'n'Easy Fin

• CTP entry plate processor for violet polymer printing plates
• Independence from a plate type / supplier / technology
• User-friendly and modern control with interface to CTP
• Memory Locks for easy brush and roller adjustment
• Recommended for up to 150 single plates per hour or 500m² per week

Options:

• With Universal Kit also applicable for violet lowchem plates

BlueFin LowChem 650, 850

• High-performance LowChem wash-out unit for high-volume newspaper applications
• Independence from a plate type / supplier / technology
• FlowControl system monitoring for highest production safetyness
• Stainless steel components (bath, bearings, roll cores) for longevity of the processor  
• Memory Locks for easy brush and roller adjustment
• Energy-efficient circulating hot air PreHeat and cold air drying
• Reduction of energy costs by up to 50%   
• Clean ProcessKit for clean plates and longer chemistry life

Options:

• Easy cleaning - optionally automated with AutoClean
• Convertible for the No-PreHeat LowChem application

BlueFin XS 650, 850, 1250

• High-performance processor for high-volume newspaper applications
• Independence from a plate type / supplier / technology
• FlowControl system monitoring for highest production safety
• Stainless steel components (bath, bearings, roll cores) for longevity of the processor  
• Memory Locks for easy brush and roller adjustment
• Energy-efficient circulating hot air PreHeat and cold air drying

Options:

• Easy cleaning - optionally automated with AutoClean
• Convertible for LowChem applications incl. No-PreHeat LowChem

Krause BlueFin LowChem - CleanProcess Kit

• Cleaning system for LowChem plates at the last pair of rollers
• Spray pipe for moistening the cleaning roller for the underside of the printing plate
• Cleaning of the printing plates before drying and output to conveyor systems
• Less contamination on the underside of the board and on the surface
• Less contamination of the trailing system components
• Less waste paper and contamination in the press

Krause BlueFin LowChem - AutoClean

• Automatic cleaning system for BlueFin LowChem processors
• Detects the time of cleaning, disposes of the wash-out solution, cleans the bath, pumps and pipe systems and fills them with fresh wash-out solution (developer)
• Automatic and intensive cleaning of the Bluefin processors with each type of plate
• Hardly any work, as disposal, cleaning and filling is done with IBC tanks
• Clean working method, as no manual filling is necessary