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The CTP solution for maximum efficiency and ultimate flexibility

XPose! Flex

TechnologyApplicationsXPose! 230/260 FlexXPose! 230/260 T-FlexXPose! 230/260 UV-FlexSecurity PrintingSoftwareService + SupportDemonstration + Training

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More than 65 years of experience in prepress and print form productionLüscher developed the XPose! Flex range specifi-cally to meet the needs of packaging printers and security printers.

The XPose! Flex uses unique hybrid technology for imaging a wide range of media and is compatible with most available print forms. As well as imaging standardised steel and aluminium offset plates, the CTP system can work with ablative polyester plates.

The XPose! Flex offers a range of customer benefits thanks to its unique architecture, ease of use and user-oriented functions.

A technical revolution!The internal drum technology means that the print form remains static during the imaging process. This removes the need for dynamic balancing of the drum, and there are no vibrations. The technology offers another benefit in ablative imaging – loose particles can simply be vacuumed away.

In the XPose! Flex, the number of laser modules is up to you. This means you can optimise your own price/performance ratio.

XPose! Flex

Technology

• Resolution up to 10000 dpi

• Plate size up to 1650 x 1370 mm

• Flexibility in terms of printing

processes and plate sizes

• Continuous Calibration Technology

• Flexible register systems

• Durable laser diodes

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Flat top dotsDigital imaging of flexo plates with LAMS layers has paved the way for impressive advances in plate quality and reproducibility.

The world of flexographic printing is currently working on eliminating the side-effects of oxygen inhibition. A number of plate manufacturers are bringing new technologies onto the market. Our XPose! Flex is compatible with the latest technolo-gies.

Specified for youThe XPose! Flex has a modular construction so it can be adapted to specific customer needs.

The number of lasers can be varied from 16 to 96. The resolution of the optics can be selected from a range between 2400 or 2540 dpi (standard) up to 10000 dpi (for security printing).

Overview Flexo Letterpress Offset Screen

XPose! 230 FlexXPose! 260 Flex

XPose! 230 T-FlexXPose! 260 T-Flex

XPose! 230 UV-FlexXPose! 260 UV-Flex

Flexible register systemsOur customer-specific register systems avoid any complicated plate mounting and other inefficient manual steps like sticking plates to cylinders. This shortens setup times and minimises waste.

The unique internal drum architecture guarantees rapid plate loading without the need for clamps, taping or a magnetic drum.

Dual plate imagingThe internal drum technology with adjustable regi-ster system allows imaging to be carried out on two, four, six or eight pre-punched plates at the same time. Dual plate imaging increases productivity and reduces production costs.

Continuous Calibration Technology (CCT)The performance of each laser is individually moni-tored at all times, guaranteeing maximum reliability and uniform, standardised imaging.

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Tried and testedThe XPose! Flex is a refinement of the highly suc-cessful Lüscher CTP system, and benefits from the experience gained from more than 1700 installa-

tions.

Future-proofIts modular design means that the performance of the XPose! Flex can be adapted to suit changing customer needs by means of effective upgrades that are easy to implement.

Various imaging technologies can accommodated whenever necessary, and extra laser modules can be added at any time.

Highest quality - Swiss madeThe XPose! range is subject to constant develop-ment and is made with high-quality materials, for maximum reliability and a long service life.

The range also offers other benefits like very low power consumption and minimal maintenance. We take the environment and operating costs very seriously when we develop our products.

Tried and tested throughout the world, XPose! Flex combines innovative technology with timeless de-sign, high build quality and unparalleled reliability. The hallmarks of the XPose! Flex system are ease of handling, flexibility and productivity.

XPose! Flex print formsThe following print forms can be used with the XPose! Flex. Contact us for details of other print forms.

XPose! Flex

Applications

Printing process Plates XPose! 230 FlexXPose! 260 Flex



Flexo

Solvent-wash

Water-wash

Thermal

Varnish / coatingAluminium

Polyester

Letterpress / dry offsetSteel

Polyester

Offset

Ablative

Conventional

Thermal

Waterless offset

Toray analog

Toray thermal

Presstek

Screen

Screeny analog

Screeny digital

Rotaplate Stork

FilmPCI

Kodak

Gravure

Flint

Toray

Toyobo

Pad

Flint

Toray

Toyobo

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XPose! 230 FlexXPose! 260 Flex

The CTP system of choice for all relief printing applicationsThe XPose! 230 Flex was developed for the narrow web and label printing market. The XPose! 260 Flex is also suitable for large-scale packaging applica-tions and for service providers.

In its standard configuration, XPose! 230/260 Flex can image all known ‚digital‘ Flexo plates and the full range of Letterpress & Dry Offset plates.

It is designed to image any material that has a digital coating (LAMS layer), such as Flexo plates, Letterpress plates, varnishing plates as well as ablative offset plates and films.

The XPose! Flex range has resolutions of between 2400 and 10000 dpi, so it can meet all customer-specific requirements. The Continuous Calibration Technology (CCT) guarantees unrivalled quality and consistency, even at maximum resolution.

Flexo

Letterpress

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Notes: 1) Larger formats on request

Technical specifications XPose! 230 Flex XPose! 260 Flex Units

Standard resolution 2400, 2540 2400, 2540 dpi

Higher resolution with 16, 32, 48 or 64 lasers 3200, 4000, 4800, 5080 3200, 4000, 4800, 5080 dpi

Higher resolution only with 16 or 32 lasers 6000, 8000, 9600 - dpi

Ablation technology

Standard Flexo plate size 635 x 762 (25 x 30) 1200 x 900 (48 x 35) mm (inches)

Maximum plate size1) 950 x 950 (37.5 x 37.5) 1340 x 1370 (52.5 x 54) mm (inches)

Productivity in Flexo with 16 lasers2) 1.25 (13.9) 1.25 (13.9) m2 (ft2) per hour

Productivity in Flexo with 24 lasers2) 1.9 (21) 1.9 (21) m2 (ft2) per hour



Productivity in Flexo with 64 lasers2) 5 (55.6) 5 (55.6) m2 (ft2) per hour

Technical data

Light source Infrared laser diodes, 940 nm

Dimensions (L x W x H) 2908 x 1367 x 1640(114.5 x 53.8 x 64.6)

3626 x 1565 x 1741(142.8 x 61.6 x 68.5)

mm(inches)

Weight 1900 (4188.7) 2550 (5621.7) kg (lb)

Power supply 3 x 400 V, 50 - 60 Hz + N + PE 32A

Air supply 6 - 10 bar, 300 l/min (66 gal./min)

Environment conditions 50 - 65% humidity at 18 - 25°C (64.4 - 77°F))

2) Depends on material and resolution - Please contact us

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True hybrid CTP with proven benefits The XPose! T-Flex combines infrared laser technolo-gy and thermal laser technology in a single machi-ne. Unlike the XPose! Flex, the XPose! T-Flex can handle print forms with different spectral sensiti-vities, for example thermal offset plates combined with flexo plates.

The XPose! T-Flex delivers uncompromising quality with thermal offset plates, flexo plates, letterpress plates, varnish plates, waterless offset plates and even ablative films – without the need to change settings or retool.

A XPose! T-Flex in your prepress department will generating savings in operating costs (procurement, footprint, consumables, maintenance).

XPose! T-Flex is best in class for hi-resWe are proud of our prestigious references world-wide in security printing applications. The XPose! T-Flex has resolutions ranging from 2400 to 10000 dpi for top quality, and is capable of producing incredibly razor-sharp line-work detail on offset and relief printing plates alike.

Letterpress

Flexo

Offset

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Technical specifications XPose! 230 T-Flex XPose! 260 T-Flex Units




Ablation technology





Productivity in Letterpress with 32 lasers2) 2.5 (27.8) 2.5 (27.8) m2 (ft2) per hour

Thermal offset plate imaging

Maximum offset plate size1) 1130 x 950(44.5 x 37.5)

1650 x 1370(65 x 54)

mm x mm(inches)

Productivity with thermal offset plates2) (16 lasers) 6 (66.6) 6 (66.6) m2 (ft2) per hour

Productivity with thermal offset plates2) (32 lasers) 10 (111) 10 (111) m2 (ft2) per hour

Technical data

Light source Thermal laser diodes, 830 / Infrared laser diodes, 940 nm


3626 x 1565 x 1741(142.8 x 61.6 x 68.5)

mm (inches)

Weight 1900 (4188.7) 2550 (5621.7) kg (lb)



Environment conditions 50 - 65% humidity at 18 - 25°C (64.4 - 77°F)



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In a class of its ownThe XPose! UV-Flex is the flagship of our entire portfolio. It is available with model number 230 for packaging applications such as labels, and model number 260 for large-scale packaging applications. Both models are compatible with four ranges of print forms, and replace existing imagesetters.

The XPose! UV-Flex combines cutting-edge techno-logy with cost-effectiveness: Mask ablation and UV direct imaging are combined in a single solution.

The XPose! UV-Flex is the most flexible system on the market, with proven efficiency. A single purchase is all you need to handle flexo plates, letterpress plates, varnish plates and conventio-nal offset plates, plus ablation films and rotation screens (Screeny).

The UV laser diodes allow ultra-fast imaging of all types of conventional offset plates.

Customer-specific registering pins are used to guarantee perfect register accuracy for screen production.

The hybrid technology ensures that the investment pays for itself in next to no time.

XPose! UV-Flex is the best solution for modern non-specialist printing companies and service providers.

Flexo

Offset

Letterpress

Screen

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Technical specifications XPose! 230 UV-Flex XPose! 260 UV-Flex Units




Ablation technology





Productivity in Letterpress with 32 lasers2) 2.5 (27.8) 2.5 (27.8) m2 (ft2) per hour

UV imaging technologies

Maximum offset plate size1) 1130 x 950(44.5 x 37.5)

1650 x 1370(65 x 54)

mm(inches)

Productivity with high sensitive offset plates2) (16 lasers) 6 (66.6) 6 (66.6) m2 (ft2) per hour

Productivity with high sensitive offset plates2) (32 lasers) 10 (111) 10 (111) m2 (ft2) per hour

Productivity with conventional screens2) (16 lasers) 5 (55.6) 5 (55.6) m2 (ft2) per hour

Technical data

Light source3) Infrared laser diodes, 940 / UV laser diodes, 405 nm


3626 x 1565 x 1741(142.8 x 61.6 x 68.5)

mm(inches)

Weight 1900 (4188.7) 2550 (5621.7) kg (lb)



Environment conditions 50 - 65% humidity at 18 - 25°C (64.4 - 77°F)

3) If necessary, 830 nm lasers can be used instead of 940 nm



Market leading in security printing applications

The technology for the highest imaging resolution in the XPose! Flex range was developed in collabo-ration with world-leading partners. This technology is suitable for the most challenging security printing applications, for example bank notes, credit cards and passports.

The XPose! Flex delivers supreme register accuracy for perfect colour control and exact reproduction of thin hairlines as used in Guilloche patterns.

The increased risk of counterfeit activities and more stringent requirements constantly challenge the Security printers. The name of the game is to stay at least one step ahead of counterfeiters.

We are very proud of our first-class references in this sector.

The resolution of the optics can be selected on a customer-specific basis, up to 9600 dpi.

The high-resolution optics can be used with our three laser diode technologies (IR, TH, UV) in any combination, opening up new opportunities in print form imaging.

Security Printing

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Cooperation with KBA-NotaSys SA

Please note that security printing systems with a 10160 dpi resolution and bank note production systems are sold exclusively through the Lüscher partner KBA-NotaSys SA.

We have been working successfully with KBA-NotaSys SA for several years – they market bank note printers under their own name and using their own designs, handling CToP-branded CTP systems as exclusive Lüscher partners.

Years of experience

KBA-NotaSys SA‘s strategy is to equip international central banks and security printing facilities with the full range of advanced presses, CTP systems and services for the cost-effective production of bank notes and high-security documents.

With more than 60 years of experience, KBA-NotaSys SA has a great tradition in this speci-alist field. The best quality, stability and durability are always guaranteed.

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PrintQ and the Support ToolUsers can efficiently process incoming one-bit TIFFs with the user-friendly PrintQ software package bundled with the CTP system.

Software components include the print spooler (queued jobs), the image and job preview feature with sorting and statistical information, and the print form and user database. The Support Tool also contains process flow visualisation and system analysis, and allows changes to be made to the mechanical processes. A parameter-setting feature and efficient fault analysis are also provided by the Support Tool.

X!PlateX!Plate optimises the plate position of the TIFF separations in different jobs, minimising waste. Flexo plates are expensive to buy and the formats are extremely variable. X!Plate significantly reduces plate usage.

X!SkipX!Skip controls the CTP system so that the imaging component is only active if there is printing infor-mation. Unprinted areas are simply skipped. This function saves time and further cuts your operating costs.

X!DirectX!Direct is the world‘s first UV imaging technology of its kind for relief print forms.

X!Direct applies the imaging energy to the relief print form in several stages. The image data is prepared in order to optimise the tonal value and the anchoring of the relief elements, adjusting them individually if necessary.

Software

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Service + Support

Unsurpassed reliability Our CTP systems boast state-of-the-art techno-logy and reliability, and we keep it that way with constant development and high-quality materials. Important components like lasers and modules are designed as redundant systems to guarantee maximum availability.

Easy to use and easy to serviceA user-friendly graphical user interface and the open drum architecture make the systems easy to operate. All parts are easily accessible for main-tenance procedures. This results in lower mainte-nance costs. The modular construction also helps to simplify maintenance.

Targeted trainingA full range of training activities is provided to en-sure that in-house operators and technicians make the best possible use of XPose! systems. Active and personal support is also available to help with ser-vice schedule planning. Thanks to targeted training, up to around 70% of all maintenance procedures can be carried out internally by your own personnel.

Hotline and online supportWe offer first-class hotline support delivering direct, fast and straightforward help.

Our hotline specialists can use the Support Tool to provide online support and install software updates remotely. The result is a highly efficient service of the highest quality.

Help from service techniciansWith our representative offices, we have built a network of service technicians spanning the globe. Preventive maintenance and ongoing support equal maximum productivity.

Everything from a single sourceWe handle all development, design and service within the company. The key to our success – and yours – is successful installation, comprehensive training, preventive maintenance and ongoing support.

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Demonstration + Training

Demonstration and training centre in SeonWe offer comprehensive user training in order to optimise the way the systems are used.

Close to our production facility, we have a state-of-the-art demonstration and training centre. Visitors can go there to learn about all prepress techno-logies from a practical point of view. There is a comprehensive collection of modern equipment.

The 500 m2 centre gives visitors the opportunity to carry out testing and live production. We work closely with partners in the same building to create applications that allow customers to test print form production in their particular sector. Many diffe-rent washing and developing processes are used to produce print forms in a range of applications like flexographic, offset or screen printing. Working together in this way means we can provide training and demonstrations in a professional environment.

We have launched an academy for service engi-neers, aimed at dealers and representative offices that provide servicing for our CTP systems. The aim is to bring all technicians throughout the world up to the same high standard of training, keep them updated on technical developments, and help them organise their service activities in a professional and efficient way. The high level of training is also intended to increase the independence of dealers, reducing costs on both sides.

Training courses at the Lüscher Academy:

•Level1forusers(3daysforclients)

•Level2foroperatingtechnicians(4daysforclients)

•Level3forservicetechnicians(5daysfordealers)

•Updatecourse(3daysfordealers)

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