31 Jan 2024

Fujifilm launches High Speed Thermal Plate for Newspaper

Fujifilm

FUJIFILM Europe, a leading supplier of total solutions for the Graphic Arts industry, today announces the commercial availability of its high speed thermal plate for newspaper applications, Brillia LH-NN2, first announced at Ifra 2008.

Designed specifically for newspaper production with 830 nm laser diode equipped platesetters, the notable features of Brillia LH-NN2 include: high-sensitivity for extended laser life; wide exposure latitude for stability and repeatability; long developer life for economy and minimal environmental impact, and the benefits of Fujifilm's patented MultiGrain™ technology for reduced ink usage and improved ink/water balance. Suitable for up to 300,000 impressions, the commercial availability of Brillia LH-NN2 means Fujifilm now has one of the widest ranges of plate production solutions on the market.

Specifications:
Sensitivity: 70 mJ/cm²
Resolution: 2-98% dot at 1200dpi/150lpi
Run length: 300,000
Developer / Replenisher: LP-DZ / LP-DRZ

Thanks to an unprecedented investment programme in plate R&D and manufacturing, Fujifilm is now able to offer the most complete, high quality, environmentally-friendly range of CTP plate products in the industry. In line with Fujifilm's long term strategy of offering choice, the Brillia range of CTP plates now comprises both violet and thermal versions, with processed, reduced chemistry and processless derivatives. Underpinned by a world-wide support infrastructure and plate manufacturing capability, Fujifilm has developed a solid platform from which to further its position as the number one plate supplier in the market.