Prior to the installation of the Lithrone G37 H-UV press, Prism often had issues with drying time on short-run jobs. There were also problems associated with spray powder as well as scratches and marking with short-run double-sided work. In addition, matt stocks and other ordinary offset stocks would often cause major issues in the binding area, with slow ink drying causing difficulties in meeting short turnaround times.
The acquisition of the Lithrone G37 and printing with K-Supply H-UV ink have allowed Prism to become more competitive thanks to the complete elimination of drying time. This change let the firm retain its A2 market while expanding into the A1 market with its existing client base. The finishing side of the business also improved dramatically with the elimination of spray powder. Short double-sided jobs are now once again profitable, especially on art board.
Prism recently produced 250 double-sided A1 posters with heavy ink coverage. After a 60-sheet makeready on the press, the job was printed on both sides, guillotined, packed and ready for shipment in just under 30 minutes, with complete matching of ISO density and dot gain standards.

The Komori Lithrone G37 and K-Supply H-UV ink have made the job much more enjoyable for press operators. Since there are no powder issues, no marking or scratching, and no need for a matt sealing varnish on matt stocks, the operator has more time to plan his next job. The consistency of the ink allows the operator to reach and maintain ISO standards throughout the run with no ink misting issues.
Prism Owner Greg McHenry says: "The four-color Lithrone G37 press and K-Supply ink have enabled us to retain work in-house that previously would have been sent out to screen printers. We have successfully printed on plastic, vinyl and silver foil board with instant drying."
"In a very short time, we have been able to grow our business simply by having the benefits of an H-UV press. Our expectations of Komori and its K-Supply ink have been of the highest standards. The investment we have made in this press had to give us instant benefits. After six months, those expectations have been not only met but exceeded. We could not be happier with our decision and the complete package."