Next Generation Presstek Dimension Excel Computer-to-Plate System Offers New Automation and Higher Quality

Next Generation Presstek Dimension Excel Computer-to-Plate System
Offers New Automation and Higher Quality 


HUDSON, N.H., April 22  /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Presstek, Inc. , a leading
manufacturer and marketer of environmentally responsible high tech digital
imaging solutions for the graphic arts and laser imaging markets, today
announced its next generation computer-to-plate (CTP) platform, Dimension
Excel. Incorporating Presstek's new ProFire Excel thermal imaging technology,
Dimension Excel offers improved productivity, flexibility and automation. 
Dimension Excel will debut at the upcoming drupa 2004 exposition, May 6th -
19th in Dusseldorf, Germany.

Dimension Excel is the natural extension of Presstek's award-winning series of
thermal CTP platesetters. New capabilities for Dimension Excel include higher
throughput -- up to 20 plates per hour -- as well as more flexible plate
handling options. Units can be configured for standard semi- automatic plate
loading or with a load ahead / rear exit option for high productivity with
minimal operator intervention. Additionally, the new loading design can be
upgraded to a fully automated configuration upon release of an optional
cassette loader scheduled for later this year.

The new Dimension Excel is made possible by Presstek's ProFire Excel imaging
solution, a breakthrough achievement announced earlier this year. ProFire Excel
features a 16-micron spot size, 300 LPI resolution and supports several popular
stochastic screening options.

Dimension Excel retains the small footprint and ease of integration, which has
made the original Dimension platform a popular choice for smaller print shops.
Dimension Excel is fully compatible with Presstek's Anthem chemistry- free and
Applause process-free thermal plates.

"We're excited to add these new capabilities and enhanced performance to the
Dimension platform. The new imaging and productivity enhancements make
Dimension an attractive solution for an even broader range of print producers,"
said David Ventola, Presstek's General Manager for Off-Press Systems. "Its
flexible configuration makes Dimension Excel a fit for small shops as well as
busy shops that require higher plate production throughput."

Presstek, long committed to the development of environmentally responsible
solutions for graphic arts imaging, was first to market with a process-free
plate, making Applause commercially available in October 2003.

John O'Rourke Marketing Director for Off-Press Systems added, "The 35th
anniversary of Earth Day is an appropriate date to announce yet another
generation of environmentally friendly imaging solutions. Presstek pioneered
process-free imaging in the graphic arts, and we're pleased that the new
Dimension Excel platform will allow us to bring this efficient, economical and
environmentally responsible solution to an even broader market."

Dimension Excel will be demonstrated by Presstek (Stand 9B56), Sakurai (3A72)
and EFI (4A33) during drupa 2004.

About Presstek

Presstek, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of environmentally
responsible high tech digital imaging solutions to the graphic arts and laser
imaging markets. Presstek's patented DI(R), CTP and plate products provide a
streamlined workflow and eliminate photographic darkrooms, film and toxic
processing chemicals, thereby reducing printing cycle time and lowering
production costs. Presstek solutions are designed to make it easier for
printers to cost effectively meet increasing customer demand for shorter print
runs and faster turnaround while providing improved profit margins. The
company's subsidiary, Lasertel, Inc., supplies Presstek and external customers
with the valuable laser diodes necessary for laser imaging applications. For
more information on Presstek, visit http://www.presstek.com/, call 603-595-7000
or email: .

  CONTACTS:
   Judy Sweeney
   Helene Smith PR (North America)
   [phone]
   

   Lutt Williems
   Duomedia (Pan Europe)
   [phone]
   

   Jane Miller
   Presstek, Inc.
   [phone] ext. 3346
   

DATASOURCE: Presstek, Inc.



CONTACT: Judy Sweeney of Helene Smith PR (North America), +1-516-771-

7512, ; or Lutt Williems of Duomedia (Pan Europe), +32

(2) 454 85 50, ; or Jane Miller of Presstek, Inc., +1-603-

594-8585 ext. 3346, 



Web site:  http://www.presstek.com/

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