So many files sent to printers are set up incorrectly, some have the wrong profiles attached, while some elements are RGB when others are CMYK. There are lots more potential pitfalls leading to very unpredictable results, some of which can be very time consuming to fix.
SOS have teamed up with Alwan, who provide a simple but very powerful system, that standardises files and all elements within them to produce consistent and predicatable results.
The system works by manipulating the way the separations are created, and allows printers to significantly reduce ink and toner consumption without any visible change to the printed colours. Using less ink means that the job dries more quickly, with no set off, and it is easier to print for the press minder.
The system recognizes the output printing conditions and press ICC Profile and optimizes black generation for the destination process.
Ink savings are calculated by the software so that you can see just how much money you are saving on each job!
Using open ICC profiles you can make a profile and be using it in 10 minutes. Select High Ink Save and you could save up to 50% on heavy prints. Make a profile using Hydra’s spectral engine as it needs fewer patches for the most accurate results. ColorHub uses the Adobe Print Engine and its own fixes to handle the most complex of PDFs. Spot colours overprinting CMYK with transparency? ColorHub will handle it.
Using the web browser interface you can Preflight Spots colours and get DE numbers back to aid print decisions. Made for images and PDF files colour separation and ink optimization, Alwan ColorHub allows you to print accurate and predictable colours, no matter what input, output colour spaces and printing processes you use.
Video from our longstanding partners Colour Engine