Creo secures first Aussie sale of Magnus 400 CTP

The Magnus 400 is Creo’s new B2 platesetter, capable of handling the new generation of chemistry-free and processless plates. While supporting conventional thermal plates in the best Creo tradition, the Magnus 400 broadens the range and will be ready to image the upcoming Kodak chemistry-free plate, Sword – Agfa has already launched its version of the chemistry-free plate, the Azura.

This provides print factories with the potential to remove chemicals and processors from CTP production, as well as reduce the impact of plate processing on the environment.

The machine comes in two versions, the Magnus 400 and the Magnus 400 Quantum, with both models utilising the larger 680x750mm drum and supporting press formats up to 6pp.

The standard 400 model is capable of producing up to 21 plates per hour, while the 400 Quantum uses SQAREspot imaging technology and Staccato FM screening and can push the production as far 28 plates per hour.

While specific details of the approaching local installs have not yet been revealed, more information on Creo’s latest CTP technology is expected in August. The Magnus 400 will receive its official launch at Print 05 in Chicago this September.