Color Printing Forum

  1. Offset Printing Press Forum

    Offset printing presses

    1. 4-Color Offset Presses +

      Sheet-fed process-color offset presses, 4-color, 5-color, 6-color, and more advanced press setups.
      Discussions:
      735
      Messages:
      4,636
      Latest: Folder jf50 MRTYMM, Sep 16, 2021 at 2:22 PM
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    2. Heidelberg Printing Presses

      Heidelberg Printing Press Forum - Heidelberg Speedmaster, GTO, GTO-S, Printmaster, SORMZ, MO, KORS/KORD, SORDZ, KARA, TOK
      Discussions:
      1,965
      Messages:
      12,560
      Latest: CPtronic MOZP error code 3D0B Charles White, Sep 16, 2021 at 10:46 PM
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    3. Komori Printing Presses

      Komori Printing Press Forum - Komori Lithrone, Spica, Sprint
      Discussions:
      693
      Messages:
      4,218
      Latest: Plate Blinding on Lithrone turbotom1052, Sep 16, 2021 at 3:36 PM
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    4. Ryobi Printing Presses

      Ryobi Printing Press Forum
      Discussions:
      386
      Messages:
      2,070
      Latest: Error E937 guilloteau yorrick, Aug 30, 2021
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    5. KBA Printing Presses

      KBA Printing Press Forum - KBA Genius, Performa, Rapida
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      111
      Messages:
      493
      Latest: KBA 104 CPC issue CHOCK, Sep 2, 2021
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    6. Man Roland Printing Presses

      MAN Roland Printing Press Forum
      Discussions:
      259
      Messages:
      1,466
      Latest: Man Roland 300 - Problem with CPL motor clamping ayman marshaha, Sep 16, 2021 at 4:39 PM
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    7. Mitsubishi Printing Presses

      Mitsubishi Printing Press Forum
      Discussions:
      36
      Messages:
      122
      Latest: RZA0277 CPU-B (2HD,2DD) PCB Board Needed prakash31051978, Sep 21, 2020
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    8. 1-Color and 2-Color Offset Presses

      One color, one color + t-head, shared blanket, and true two color sheet-fed offset presses
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      Messages:
      4,465
      Latest: Facing problem in 2 Color Komori Sprint 226 P shiningtabreek, Sep 13, 2021 at 1:01 PM
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    9. Ink

      Offset printing inks
      Discussions:
      84
      Messages:
      397
      Latest: Ink for hp latex indigo2015, Jul 6, 2021
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    10. Offset Papers & Stocks

      Coated and uncoated papers for offset printing.
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      60
      Messages:
      304
      Latest: Does anyone use... Veilish david_s, Jan 27, 2021
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    11. UV

      Discussion of UV Offset Printing Issues, Equipment, Tips & Tricks
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      113
      Messages:
      381
      Latest: SINGLE-PASS UV PRINTER Hansenguo, Sep 17, 2021 at 6:47 AM
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    12. Web-Presses

      Web-fed Offset Presses
      Discussions:
      98
      Messages:
      362
      Latest: Gammerler 501/1 issue JHM, Aug 14, 2021
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    13. Platemaking

      Conventional and digital CTP platemaking
      Discussions:
      229
      Messages:
      763
      Latest: Prints per plate Triton, Sep 8, 2021
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    14. DI Presses

      Direct Imaging Offset Printing Presses
      Discussions:
      859
      Messages:
      5,028
      Latest: Adast 557 DI / Presstek FEEDER AIR Failure CHOCK, Sep 13, 2021 at 8:59 PM
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    15. Marketplace - Presses for Sale & Wanted

  2. Indigo Digital Presses

    Liquid electroink digital presses

    1. HP Indigo Digital Presses

      HP Indigo ElectroInk digital presses
      Discussions:
      257
      Messages:
      993
      Latest: 7000 not accepting consumables numbers wangguoqing, Sep 17, 2021 at 7:22 AM
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  3. Digital Printing Press Forum

    Dry-toner-based laser imaged heat-set production, larger format, and web presses.

    1. Xerox iGen3, iGen4, & iGen5 Digital Presses

      Xerox iGen digital presses
      Discussions:
      869
      Messages:
      5,596
      Latest: Toner Cartridge Shortage??? igen5 peels, Sep 7, 2021
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    2. Xerox Iridesse Digital Presses

      Xerox Iridesse digital production presses
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      5
      Messages:
      17
      Latest: New section added Color Printing Forum Admin, Aug 11, 2021
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    3. Xerox Digital Presses

      Xerox digital production presses such as the Color 800/1000 digital presses and Versant digital presses
      Discussions:
      299
      Messages:
      1,331
      Latest: Print onto black card letterpressbill, Jul 16, 2021
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    4. Canon imagePRESS Digital Presses

      Canon imagePRESS natural gloss digital press
      Discussions:
      168
      Messages:
      695
      Latest: Canon image press 208v three phase question CHOCK, Jul 24, 2021
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    5. Kodak NexPress Digital Presses

      Production digital dry-toner 14x20 color presses
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      41
      Messages:
      116
      Latest: Kodak nexpress 3300,3900 machine and writing head Ashok Tank, Mar 31, 2021
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    6. Océ Digital Presses

      Océ VarioPrint, ColorStream, and VarioStream digital presses
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      33
      Messages:
      74
      Latest: Océ plotwave 300 on MAC gusmnes, Jul 13, 2021
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    7. Xeikon Digital Presses

      Web fed electro-photographic dry toner based imaging presses.
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      36
      Messages:
      83
      Latest: Xeikon 3030 Plus - moving michal, Mar 23, 2020
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    8. MGI Digital Presses

      MGI Digital Presses such as the Meteor
      Discussions:
      22
      Messages:
      105
      Latest: Mgi dp60 pro digital press - please close front door DCpRess, Jul 6, 2020
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    9. Other Digital Presses

      Other Production Digital Presses
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      128
      Messages:
      430
      Latest: Error turning on Ricoh vt6000 device Soroush press, Apr 10, 2021
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    10. Light production printers & color copiers

  4. Color Laser Printer & Color Copier Forum

    Medium - High Volume Color Laser Machines offered under service / maintenance / supplies contracts for graphic, business, and production

    1. Canon Color Laser Printers & Color Copiers

      Discussion specific to Canon CLC color laser copiers, Color ImageRunner and Canon ImagePress color printers.
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      246
      Messages:
      942
      Latest: Cannot access service menu on C7280i / service menu locked? mfilipow, Jun 16, 2021
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    2. Xerox Color Laser Printers & Color Copiers

      Discussion specific to Xerox DocuColor copiers and multifunction printers
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      576
      Messages:
      2,504
      Latest: xerox docucolor 252 service mode without pws Mikey8it, Feb 19, 2021
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    3. Konica Minolta Color Laser Printers & Copiers

      Discussion specific to Konica Minolta bizhub and co-branded multifunction color laser printers
      Discussions:
      334
      Messages:
      1,116
      Latest: KM512 headboard repair Waqas_zahid, Aug 3, 2021
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    4. Xante Color Laser Printers

      Xante Illumina Digital Color Printers (known for printing ability on heavy stocks)
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      23
      Messages:
      131
      Latest: Xante Impressia Advice Kamie, Jun 30, 2021
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    5. Ricoh Color Laser Printers & Color Copiers

      Discussion specific to Ricoh Aficio and other Ricoh color laser equipment
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      111
      Messages:
      401
      Latest: Ricoh c2700 versafire Beguin, Feb 8, 2021
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    6. Other Color Laser Printers & Color Copiers

      Discussion of other production color laser printes, copiers, and production multifunction devices.
      Discussions:
      138
      Messages:
      488
      Latest: Oki 941 and 942 Toner Level Problem riseandshine, Aug 28, 2021
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    7. Color Laser papers and stocks

      Normal stock and specialty media to get the most out of current laser dry-toner printing processes
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      34
      Messages:
      103
      Latest: Question about printing on transparency sheets david_s, Jan 27, 2021
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    8. Digital Presses

  5. RIP Forum

    RIP selection, configuration, and optimization

    1. Fiery RIPs

      Selection, configuration, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of Fiery RIPs.
      Discussions:
      52
      Messages:
      114
      Latest: Fiery ex i80 controller shuts down ASC1998, Apr 7, 2021
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    2. Other RIPs

      Splash, CREO, OEM, software, and other RIPs
      Discussions:
      48
      Messages:
      104
      Latest: I am looking for Installation CD Ecrm Ctserver ver 6.x dongle not needed pressmachines, Jul 10, 2021
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  6. Small Color Laser Printer Forum

    Retail Color Laser Printers for small-volume or specialty use not offered under service / supplies / maintenance contracts

    1. 11 x 17 Color Laser Printers

      Discussion about Xerox Phaser, Minolta QMS, HP Laserjet 5500, 9500, 8500, Canon Color ImageClass, and other color laser printers
      Discussions:
      49
      Messages:
      168
      Latest: Looking for a printer that can handle 14 pt coated cardstock and 80#gloss cover opie, Jun 22, 2021
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    2. 8 ½ x 11 Color Laser Printers

      Desktop and specialty small-format color laser printers
      Discussions:
      52
      Messages:
      222
      Latest: HP Color Laser M255dw purple colors RalphF, Jul 26, 2021
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  7. Line Inkjet Printers

    Line inkjet digital ink high-speed production and multifunction printers.

    1. HP Edgeline Printers

      HP Edgeline line-inkjet digital printers (CM8060/CM8050 multifunction devices)
      Discussions:
      8
      Messages:
      39
      Latest: Cm8050 cartridges mucinhanoi365, Oct 29, 2019
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    2. Riso Forcejet

      Riso Forcejet line-inkjet digital printers (such as the HC5500)
      Discussions:
      7
      Messages:
      24
      Latest: Touch screen dead on Riso HC5500 NHK_VN, Nov 9, 2020
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  8. Photographic & Fine Art Printers

    Giclee fine art, photographic, and short-run printing.

    1. Large Format Inkjet Printers

      Roll-fed 24", 36", 44", 60" and larger wide-carriage inkjet / giclee printers
      Discussions:
      437
      Messages:
      1,226
      Latest: Epson 4900 constant paper load error Jeff010615, Sep 16, 2021 at 4:52 AM
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    2. Medium Format Inkjet Printers

      17" Wide-Carriage Inkjet / giclee printers which include both sheet cassette/tray and roll feeding capability
      Discussions:
      46
      Messages:
      115
      Latest: Dye or Pigment ink for a book dust jacket? I.T. Supplies, Mar 26, 2020
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    3. Small Format Inkjet Printers

      13" carriage and smaller inkjet / giclee printers
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      105
      Messages:
      297
      Latest: Refilled and cleaned and leak ink but don't discharge properly juntjoo, Aug 18, 2021
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    4. Dye Sub Printers

      Photographic Dye Sublimation and gloss thermal printers
      Discussions:
      4
      Messages:
      11
      Latest: Are dye sub printers dead? hgsmachines, Dec 2, 2017
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    5. Continuous Ink Systems

      CIS systems to print larger volumes of prints at reduced cost on inkjet printers.
      Discussions:
      22
      Messages:
      86
      Latest: my experience, low price per page, hp officejet pro 8500, adaptiveink ciss inktec ink mozzie, Jun 29, 2019
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    6. Inkjet Paper

      Photographic, fine art, and specialty coated and uncoated inkjet media
      Discussions:
      51
      Messages:
      132
      Latest: Inkjet Coated Boxes Supplier? Craig Leininger, Mar 17, 2021
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  9. Digital Duplicator Forum

    Ink based digital duplicators

    1. Digital Duplicators

      Low-cost per print digital duplicators
      Discussions:
      24
      Messages:
      74
      Latest: Any Ricoh 9210's out there? wrenchmaster, May 21, 2021
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  10. Letterpress Forum

    Letterpress printing presses

    1. Letterpress

      Letterpress printing discussion including Heidelberg Windmill Platen Presses, Kludge Letterpress, etc.
      Discussions:
      11
      Messages:
      57
      Latest: Moving Heidelberg Windmill GT 34x46 vanceibz, Dec 11, 2020
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  11. Color Printing Marketplace

    Post color printing and finishing equipment for sale or wanted.

    1. Offset & Digital Presses for sale

      Multi-color Offset Presses, Offset Press Equipment, Direct Imaging, and Digital Production Presses for sale
      Discussions:
      2,945
      Messages:
      4,945
      Latest: 2003 STEINEMANN COLIBRI 102 UV for sale sriranjith, Sep 15, 2021 at 12:46 PM
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    2. Indigo Presses for Sale

      HP Indigo presses, parts, and supplies for sale
      Discussions:
      430
      Messages:
      924
      Latest: we are looking for consumables use on hp indigo S2 and S3 press wangguoqing, Sep 9, 2021
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    3. Finishing Equipment for sale

      Trimmers, cutters, folders, scoring machines, mailing equipment, and coating equipment wanted and for sale.
      Discussions:
      821
      Messages:
      1,220
      Latest: D&K Proteus B1 Dimasik, Aug 19, 2021
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    4. Prepress Equipment for sale

      Computer equipment, proofing and color profiling equipment, plate makers, direct computer to plate systems wanted and for sale.
      Discussions:
      405
      Messages:
      706
      Latest: Heidelberg Suprasetter parts for sale Good_part, Sep 9, 2021
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    5. Color Laser Printers & Copiers for sale

      Color copiers and production color laser printers for sale.
      Discussions:
      517
      Messages:
      831
      Latest: Xante Impressia Envelope Press USA, New Jersey OkiTech, Sep 3, 2021
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    6. Medium and Large Format Printers for sale

      Medium and Large format inkjet and other shot-run large format printers and plotters for sale.
      Discussions:
      252
      Messages:
      355
      Latest: Looking for a Used or Refurbished Flat Bed Printer Impresstec, May 27, 2021
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    7. Other Printing Equipment for Sale

      General printing equipment and accessories, screen printing equipment, and printing oddments that don't fit in another specific print marketplace forum.
      Discussions:
      478
      Messages:
      658
      Latest: Mimaki UV Printer Flatbed UJF-3042 Hansenguo, Sep 17, 2021 at 6:26 AM
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  12. Color Printing Workflow and Prepress

    Prepress workflow, layout, graphics, computer hardware and software.

    1. Computer Hardware, Networking, and Connectivity

      Workstation, CPU, Storage, Monitor, Network, Internet Connectivity, and other computer hardware selection, configuration, troubleshooting, and optimization.
      Discussions:
      34
      Messages:
      111
      Latest: Machine not ready Ahmed abo salah, Jan 12, 2021
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    2. Layout, graphics, and prepress Software

      DTP, vector and raster Graphics software, and prepress software.
      Discussions:
      96
      Messages:
      323
      Latest: Software for laying out multiple stickers or flyers PrintingBen, Jan 26, 2021
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    3. Color Management

      Color profiling , custom profiles, and software and hardware color management issues.
      Discussions:
      68
      Messages:
      200
      Latest: G7 curves question DanRemaley, Aug 30, 2021
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  13. Color Printing Forum

    Color Printing Forum community and open discussion

    1. Print Community General Printing Discussion

      Introduce yourself, enjoy friendly discussion with fellow printers, and network with print professionals in adjacent markets and print industries.
      Discussions:
      702
      Messages:
      1,746
      Latest: Beverage cap mass customized printing solution Hansenguo, Sep 17, 2021 at 5:34 AM
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    2. Print Jobs

      Print job postings. Post press positions and temporary job availability, and print positions sought / print-industry talent available.
      Discussions:
      58
      Messages:
      113
      Latest: Industrial barcode /code UV inkjet printer Hansenguo, Sep 17, 2021 at 6:35 AM
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    3. Printing Business Practices

      General discussion about running a printing business: economics, marketing, investment, and other aspects of the business-side of printing.
      Discussions:
      197
      Messages:
      803
      Latest: Essential Tools for Pen Printing Hansenguo, Sep 17, 2021 at 6:01 AM
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    4. Internet Outsourcing Options & Experiences

      Discussion of internet outsourcing options and experiences. Direct advertising is not permitted unless in response to a question.
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      41
      Messages:
      219
      Latest: Outsource Printing in China to cut your cost!!! netprint, Dec 23, 2020
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    5. Forum Announcements & Suggestions

      Color Printing Forum News, Announcements, and a place for suggestions for new Color Printing Forum sub-forums.
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      Latest: New forum topic suggestion... Color Printing Forum Admin, Oct 7, 2019
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    6. Print Glossary

      The Print Wiki has now been merged into the Color Printing Forum to become the Glossary
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      Messages:
      89
      Latest: Cyan overhang DanRemaley, Mar 1, 2020
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