In 2001 Ultrachem introduced a complete range of Positive and Negative Plates, Imagesetting and graphic arts film and a comprehensive range of pre-press consumables. This means we can now offer our customers a complete package of the highest quality products for all pre-press and pressroom requirements.

PRE-PRESS PRODUCT LIST

Kodak Polychrome Graphics Aries Positive Plates
Kodak Polychrome Graphics Winner Negative Plates
Kodak Polychrome Graphics Gen 5 Films
Proofing Materials
Ultraset Films
Anti-Static Planning Foil
Paper Based Red Masking
Cut and Peel Masking

Laser Matte
Pre-Press Sundries
Plate Chemistry, Hand and Machine Developers
Film Chemistry Developers and Fixers etc
Range of new and refurbished Plate and Film Processors
Billows Punch Systems
Plate Exposure Frames

PLATES

Kodak Polychrome Graphics Classic Positive Plates

Very fast exposure speed for increased pre-press efficiency and productivity
Superb resolution - ideal for fine conventional and stochastic screening
Excellent exposure contrast and sharp final image
Robust plate design gives medium-long run lengths and superior resistance to pressroom chemicals and abrasive stock
Rapid clean-up at start of run and during hot restarts, ensuring maximum on-press productivity

Kodak Polychrome Graphics Winner Negative Plates

Fast exposure speed, meaning short times on the contact frame and in step-and-repeat frames
Vacuum aid for rapid drawdown
Easy and quick inspection and correction due to highly visible image after exposure
High resolution, holding sharp line and small dots
Repeatable and consistent results aided by wide latitude during exposure and development
Exceptional performance with UV and metallic inks and washes, due to the unique solvent resistant resin system

CONVENTIONAL FILMS

Full range available.

Camera Films, Rapid Access, Duplicating and Matte products
Daylight Contact Film, Daylight Matte and Daylight Duplicating products

IMAGESETTING FILMS

Full range available.

KPG Gen 5 GIR (IR)
KPG Gen 5 GLE (LED)
KPG Gen 5 GRD (HN)

Kodak Polychrome Graphics Gen 5 film features:

Improved rapid access performance -
Innovations in micro-layer emulsions reduce development times to 20 seconds or less and use up to 25% less replenishment, all designed to improve productivity and reduce operating costs
Optical quality -
produced sharp dots and is capable of high resolution at fine screen rulings, once calibrated they give consistant results
Convenient handling -
Roomlight load packaging and anti-static protection make the film exceptionally easy and reliable to handle

PROOFING MATERIALS

The new version of KPG's Matchprint proofing solution, namely 'Matchprint ProofPro', incorporates KPG's unique colour technology. Enhancements include improved linearisation and calibration, increased control for consistent output, improved colour accuaracy, the ability to print to multiple printers and a new easier to use interface for added productivity.

The Matchprint ProofPro package includes Matchprint ProofPro branded media. This is available in a variety of shades to suit different printing requirements. Matchprint ProofPro substrates deliver fast-drying, improved coating and paper/ink matching for long-term colour stability.

ULTRASET CHEMICALS

Ultraset Developer, very stable chemistry, clean working, very economical 3 to 1 mix and suitable for processing all Ultraset rapid access product range.
Ultraset Fixer, very stable chemistry, very economical 4 to 1 mix and suitable for use with all film product ranges.