ROI

Only with the basysPrint UV-Setter does CtP become truly cost-effective!

CtP is well known for eliminating many of the processing steps of printing plate exposure. It is also known for reducing the associated costs: creation of film, stripping and imaging on the plate,… etc. With processes based on laser technology, however, this cost advantage is lost due to the high cost of materials (printing plate, chemicals, disposals etc.).

With CtP for UV-sensitive plates it’s different. Instead of switching to dedicated CtP plates, you simply use your inexpensive UV-sensitive plates and existing processor.

Additional benefits:

  • Environmentally friendly production by using weekly alkaline chemicals for plate processing
  • Your future disposal costs are kept to a minimum
  • As printing plates to be processed are identical, existing film processors and contract frames are available for backup.
  • The low operating cost of the UV-Setter

Note: The total cost of plate production comprises plates, processor, chemicals, light source and disposal. All these elements need to be considered when making a cost comparison between platesetters based on different plate technologies.