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Agfa Corp., 800/227-2780, fax: 201/440-8187, www.agfa.com

The Thermostar P970 is a positive-working plate based on the co.'s two-layer, aluminum substrate technology. This plate provides long runs (1+ with optional post-baking, up to 150,000 without) and accuracy with the co.'s thermal CTP solutions. Sensitized to 830mm, Xcalibur's (thermal platesetter) VLF exposure wavelength, Thermostar offers fast imaging, convenient handling and excellent press performance, says co.

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Tesa Tape, Inc., 704/553-4668, fax: 704/553-5677, www.tesatape.com

Tesa 52021 is a Softprint 20-mil foam tape designed specifically for mounting photopolymer plates onto steel print cylinders. It was engineered for process printing on wide-web film and paper. The 52031 is comprised of a closed-cell polyethylene foam incorporating a stabilizing film. By applying this tape, it will reduce foam fatigue during long print runs. A consistent thickness of the tape across the web and an ease of tape removal from the cylinder and plate when desired will take place when applying the tape as well.

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DuPont, 800/345-9999, www.dupont.com/cyrel

The Cyrel® DRC (deep relief corrugated) is the newest sheet plate offering printing and storage performance compared to liquid photopolymer plates. The thickness, low durometer and dimensionally stable polyester base provides ink transfer for good printing uniformity and accurate register, says co. The DRC photopolymer is designed specifically for water-based inks and is said to deliver clean, sharp printing with less press wash up. Presses can also run longer using the new plate because it is highly durable and retains its permanent tack-free surface even after numerous runs.

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RBCOR, LLC, 800/352-7566, fax: 760/471-1650, www.rbcor.com

Elaslon printing plates deliver rapid plate processing, consistent print quality, ink transfer, dense solids and crisp halftones, says co. These patented plates are said to assure extended press runs and high ozone resistance. The wide exposure latitude allows for combination of process screens, solids and line work on the same plate without masking. Elaslon can be used for most corrugated applications, such as food packaging, folded cartons and labels.

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Spectratech Intl., Inc., 866/731-3018, www.spectralitho.com

This co. expands its plate line to offer Spectra 830-n thermal plates designed to increase imaging latitude, improve pre-press productivity, minimize laser power usage, and perform at optimal RPM imaging speeds. It is said to deliver superior dot reproduction for precise print handling and color management. The Spectra 830-n is resistant to solvents and abrasion on press.

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