Fujifilm’s Flenex FW printing plates have made a difference at Ticketmedia
Brighton-based Ticketmedia has invested in Fujifilm’s Flenex FW printing plates to improve print production as it expands into event ticketing, while reducing processor cleaning time and minimising the environmental impact of its operation.
Specialising in the printing of advertisements on the back of bus tickets and shopping receipts, Ticketmedia needed a more capable and efficient printing solution to print larger advertisements on event tickets. At Labelexpo last year, the company was introduced to Fujifilm’s Flenex FW plates, which have a flat-top-dot structure that produces high quality print (up to 200lpi) and lower dot gain for a wide range of flexo applications. The water-washable plates also boast easy cleaning credentials, shorter processing time, longer run length and reduced swell for lower overall running costs.
‘We realised that these plates could increase the print quality we could offer to our customers and allow us to expand our print services, while maintaining the environmental credentials of the company,’ explained Ticketmedia’s managing director, Jeremy Burbidge.
The decision was based on a number of factors, he continued: ‘The flat-top-dot was a significant one, as not only are we aiming to improve the print quality on offer to our current customers, but we are also looking to branch into other sectors such as events tickets and labels. These applications generally have a bigger surface area available to work with which, while offering greater creative license for ads, also means that sharper text and imagery are required.’
There has been a noticeable improvement in print quality since the installation in May 2017, claims Mr Burbidge: ‘Between 25 and 30% of our customers have already noted a positive difference in the print quality, so we’re delighted to see that the flat-top-dot is delivering the high standard expected.’
‘It was proving tough to stay on top of our previous plate processor in terms of cleaning,’ added Richard Higgs, Ticketmedia’s head of creative services. ‘The Flenex plate processor is easier to clean and maintain – it requires a simple and short method that fits in with our message of being an environmentally friendly brand.’
‘Ticketmedia’s investment in Fujifilm’s Flenex solution demonstrates its commitment to producing high quality products in an eco-friendly, cost-efficient way,’ commented James Whitehead, product solutions manager at Fujifilm Graphic Systems UK. ‘We look forward to supporting them in their future endeavours as they expand their product offering and move into new markets.’
