Duplo USA Profiles In-Plant and Commerical Printers in "How Do You Use Your Duplo" Video Series
Duplo USA Corporation, a leading manufacturer of digital print finishing equipment, has introduced a new video series called “How Do You Use
Your Duplo?” to profile in-plant and commercial print providers throughout the country and their finishing process using Duplo solutions. The series
can be watched on the Resources page at www.duplousa.com and on YouTube at youtube.com/DuploUSA.
Seventeen print providers from Texas, southern California, and Chicago have been profiled to date. In the short videos, customers provide a brief
tour of their operation and discuss the products they offer and how their Duplo equipment has contributed to their business.
Besides attesting to the benefits of digital print finishing, the series also provides a better understanding of how printers have increased their
efficiency and profitability by bringing finishing in-house, and in some cases, how offset and digital print work together to serve their customer
demands.
Some of the featured companies include:
Harte Hanks in Fort Worth, TX
“We’ve been able to bring in jobs that we outsourced before. Our revenues have come up. We’re actually bidding on jobs that we never would
have had an opportunity to bid on or been able to obtain.”
– Joe Ewers, vice president of business development at Harte Hanks
Methodist Healthcare in San Antonio, TX
“We’re able to turn around documents for our clients very quickly. Prior to that, we were having to send things out to a third party vendor for
additional bindery. Since we’ve had the Duplo DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser, we can do it in-house, we can do it on time, and we can do it under
budget.”
- Michael Schaefer, director of the Methodist Healthcare Print Center
Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, CA
“We’re currently 99% Duplo-operated. Since we acquired the DFS-3500 Full-Bleed Bookletmaking System, we’ve been able to turn jobs around
within a few hours where before it was taking us anywhere from 1-2 weeks to do them manually.”
– Donna Rutherford, senior manager of Duplicating Services and Evoke at Azusa Pacific University
Visit resources on duplousa.com to watch the series and learn more about digital print finishing or subscribe to the YouTube channel at
youtube.com/DuploUSA to stay up-to-date with the latest from Duplo.
Duplo USA to Unveil the Ultra 300Ai UV Coater Inline with the HP Indigo 7600 Digital Press at Dscoop
At the Dscoop8 Annual Conference, Duplo USA Corporation, a leading manufacturer of print finishing equipment, will unveil the new Ultra 300Ai
UV Coater fully integrated in-line with the HP Indigo 7600 Digital Press, demonstrating a seamless printing and UV coating solution for the HP
Graphic Arts user community.
Enhancing the value and vibrancy of printed pieces, the Ultra 300Ai adds richness to its colors and protects them from scratches and scuffs at
higher speeds up to 148 feet (45 meters) per minute. A high quality gloss or satin finish can be applied to a wide range of digitally-printed
applications up to 350 gsm, and paper sizes up to 13” x 19” can be processed in-line with the HP Indigo 7600 Digital Press. Similar to other Ultra
models, the Ultra 300Ai features an intelligent control system for ease of use and innovative technology for producing coated sheets with a smear-
free finish.
The Ultra 300Ai is connectable in-line with any HP Indigo 7x00 series digital press. The electronic interface provides bi-directional communication
that will alert the press to stop in the event a paper jam occurs in the UV coater. The Ultra 300Ai can also be used near-line or off-line using an
optional high capacity, air suction feeder.
Also on exhibit at the Duplo booth #938 will be the high production DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser and the DFS-3500 Full-Bleed Bookletmaking
System.
DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser: Duplo’s Most Powerful All-in-One Digital Color Finisher
Performing up to 10 slits, 25 cuts and 20 creases in a single pass, the DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser eliminates white borders and toner cracking
on digital color documents up to 50 sheets per minute. Taking the success of the DC-645 model to the next level, the DC-745 comes loaded with
additional features including a higher feed capacity and a PC Controller for easy job setup as well as offers optional scoring and perforating
modules for increased versatility. Users can go beyond basic finishing and create innovative, full-bleed applications such as business cards,
greeting cards, direct mailers, and perforated pieces in one pass!
DFS-3500 Full-Bleed Bookletmaking System with DSS-350 Square Spine
Combining the creasing and slitting functions of the DC-445 Creaser with the stitching, folding and trimming capabilities of the mid-range DBM-350
Bookletmaker, the DFS-3500 Bookletmaking System delivers an affordable, all-in-one solution ideal for lower volume jobs. Creasing the cover and
innermost sheets prior to folding prevents toner cracking and guarantees professional folds. The optional slitting module trims the head and foot of
each sheet for a full-bleed finish before accumulating in the bookletmaker, eliminating the need for separate cutting and creasing equipment. The
system also comes equipped with heavy-duty stitching heads and an integrated book spine compressor to produce booklets with a lay-flat finish.
The optional DSS-350 Square Spine can also be added to give booklets a square spine look.
Duplo USA Named Exclusive Distributor of Photobook Technology Products
Duplo USA Corporation, a leading manufacturer of print finishing equipment, has announced it has entered into an exclusive agreement with
Photobook Technology PBT to distribute its Mitamax, Mitabook, and Mitacase products in North America. The products contribute to Duplo
USA’s growing line of equipment for the on demand photo book industry.
The Mitamax is a gluing machine, which glues half-folded sheets together to build perfectly square and lay-flat book blocks. The Mitabook is a
fully automatic, hardcover casing-in machine designed to economically produce short-run, hard cover books. The Mitacase is an automatic hard
cover making machine. All systems are easy to operate, require little floor space, and fill the gap between semi-automatic hard cover systems and
higher production equipment.
“The Mitamax, Mitabook, and Mitacase are a great fit to our product line and we are very excited to be able to offer a full line of products for hard
cover applications, including lay-flat photo albums,” says Peter Tu, president of Duplo USA. “Our customers can use our Slitter/Cutter/Creasers to
trim, crease, and fold the sheets, UV coat them with our Ultra 200A or Ultra 100A UV Coaters, and then glue and case them in with the Mitamax,
Mitabook, and Mitacase to produce completely finished hard cover photo books on demand.”
Duplo USA will host an open house event January 23rd-25th, 2013 from 10:00am to 4:00pm in its showroom in Suwanee, Georgia, providing
visitors with an opportunity to see live demonstrations of the Mitabook and Mitamax products. Visitors attending the Imaging USA photographic
expo, which will be taking place on January 20-22nd in Atlanta, are invited to attend.
The open house will be held at the Duplo USA Training and Distribution Center, 100 Horizon Drive, Suwanee, Georgia 30024.
Duplo's DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser Awarded Product of the Year at 2012 NAQP Owners Conference
At the 2012 NAQP Owners Conference, Duplo was honored with the Product of the Year award for its high production digital color finishing
solution, the DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser. Duplo was recognized along with four other Industry Award recipients at the conference’s Industry
Luncheon held on Saturday, October 6th at the DoubleTree Hotel Magnificent Mile in Chicago, IL.
Paul Strack, president of CustomXM and NAPL committee member, presented the award. “It’s my pleasure this year to present the Product of the
Year to Duplo for the DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser,” announced Strack. “The Product of the Year is presented to a company that has produced
a new or enhanced product during the past year that improves product offerings, profitability or customer service in the quick and small
commercial print markets.”
Si Nguyen, national business development director at Duplo USA, accepted the award on Duplo’s behalf. “It is an incredible honor to have our
DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser awarded the Product of the Year. The DC-745 has proven to be a great finishing solution for digital printers and
we’ve been very pleased by the response it has received in the industry,” said Nguyen. “Our first slitter/cutter/creaser model, the DC-545, was
released back in 1999 followed then by the DC-645 and DC-615 models, which for the past decade have continued to be very successful
products for Duplo. We listened to customer feedback and heard the need for an enhanced solution for higher production. Our engineers at
Duplo Japan took this feedback and worked countless hours to make it happen.” He added, “The DC-745 helps print providers offer unique
applications and helps them be more efficient…more profitable…and more productive, enabling them to take advantage of the opportunities in the
markets they serve.”
Since its release in 2011, the all-in-one DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser has proven to be a success with high volume digital printers with its ability to
produce a wider range of uniquely finished applications. Performing up to 10 slits, 25 cuts and 20 creases in a single pass, the DC-745 eliminates
white borders and toner cracking on fold lines, producing professionally-finished documents in a matter of minutes. The versatile digital color
finisher also offers a range of extended capabilities, which include perforating, slit-scoring, micro-perforating and soon, folding and embossing.
Users can go beyond basic finishing and create innovative, full-bleed applications such as business cards, greeting cards, perforated
tickets/coupons, and much more.
The National Association for Printing Leadership (NAPL) announced a call for nominations in August for its annual NAQP Industry Awards -
namely Printer of the Year, Industry Award of Distinction, Supplier of the Year, and Product of the Year - to recognize those in the graphic
communications industry who have made significant contributions and had a positive impact on the quick and small commercial print industry.
Nominations are submitted by association members and reviewed by a panel of industry experts.
The 2012 NAQP Owners Conference – Embracing Change: Finding New Paths to Profits – took place Thursday, October 4th through Saturday,
October 6th. It is the only industry event dedicated solely to specific issues and interests of owners and executives in the quick and small
commercial printer segment.
Xerox Press Owners Maximize Productivity with Duplo Finishing Solutions
Duplo USA, a leading manufacturer of print finishing equipment, announces the following equipment installations with Xerox press owners. With
Duplo finishing solutions now in their shops, customers have improved overall productivity and efficiency.
CAPITOL CITICOM PRINT & GRAPHICS, in Columbus, OH, has vastly improved their efficiency and productivity with Duplo’s DC-745
Slitter/Cutter/Creaser. Previously using a guillotine cutter for trimming their jobs, the shop immediately removed the bottleneck in their operation.
The high production DC-745 removes white borders and prevents toner cracking at great speeds, and offers increased versatility to finish a wider
range of digital color applications in a single pass. “Finishing business cards has gone from 20 minutes to 3 minutes per 1000 cards,” says Michael
Oakes, production manager at Capitol Citicom. “With plans to add the folder attachment (Integrated Folding System) when it becomes available, it
will reduce the entire finishing process to a single step. Cross training is also a major focus for us and the automation of the DC-745 has enabled
every member of our team to quickly learn and operate the machine.” Jobs are printed on two Xerox iGen3 Digital Presses and three Xerox
DocuTechs. The machine was sold and installed by Duplo dealer, MB Graphics. Capitol Citicom Print & Graphics is a family-owned commercial
printer offering a number of services including high speed on-demand digital printing, wide format sign production, finishing, mailing and creative
design services.
WESTAT, based in Rockville, MD, is now producing their booklets, brochures, and catalogs on Duplo’s System 5000 Collating and
Bookletmaking System. The high production system offers easy changeovers and delivers saddle, side, or corner-stitched jobs up to 5,000
booklets per hour. Jobs are printed on four Xerox presses, which include the Color 1000, DocuTech 6180, DocuTech 6155, and the 700 Digital
Color Press, and are then combined in the bookletmaking system. “We take the output from all four presses and keep them running at full speed
while the System 5000 does the stitching, folding, and trimming,” says Ezra Schneider, manager at Westat. “The System 5000 makes it easy to
take a color cover from the Xerox 700 and combine it with black and white booklets produced on the other presses.” The machine was sold and
installed by Duplo dealer, Coleman One. Westat is an employee-owned research corporation consulting in statistical design, data collection and
management, and research analysis work and is recognized as one of the foremost research and statistical survey organizations in the country.
TOM HENRY CARDS, soon to open in Kissimmee, FL, has installed Duplo’s DC-615 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser. Ideal for finishing short-run jobs on
demand, the DC-615 eliminates white borders and prevents toner cracking on a variety of digital color documents in a single pass. "We are thrilled
with our DC-615. We feel that it will handle our finishing needs for some time to come,” says owner Gazel Hendricks. The shop has also added
Xerox’s 700i Digital Color Press. Tom Henry Cards (www.tomhenrycards.com) is an eco-friendly, online greeting card store set to launch this
September. The machine was sold and installed by Duplo dealer, Digital Services.
Commercial Printers and In-Plans Add New Duplo Finishing Equipment
Duplo USA, a leading manufacturer of print finishing equipment, announces the following new machine installations.
CAVANAUGH PRESS, a commercial printer in Baltimore, MD, is now creasing prior to folding their digitally-printed pieces with Duplo’s DC-445
Creaser. A solution no digital printer should do without, the DC-445 prevents toner cracking on a variety of documents and can process up to 15
creases in a single pass at up to 50 sheets per minute. “We used to send our jobs out for this,” says Bob Atwell, president of Cavanaugh Press.
“We can now crease along and against the grain at heat score quality, without any outside expenses.” The machine was sold and installed by
Duplo dealer, Coleman One. Cavanaugh Press is a full service print provider offering pre-press, offset and digital printing, finishing, and mailing
services.
BOSS & HUGHES, in Houston, TX, has added Duplo’s DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser to their shop. Previously finishing such jobs as brochures,
business cards and postcards manually or through outsourced vendors, the all-in-one digital color finisher has enabled them to process their jobs
in-house and in a productive manner. “The DC-645 has definitely helped speed up production. Cutting and creasing is a breeze,” says Gaurav
Sood, chief executive officer at Boss & Hughes. “The bindery turnaround time has greatly improved and we’re happy to have Duplo as an asset.”
The machine was sold and installed directly by Duplo USA. Boss & Hughes is a full service commercial printer serving businesses, schools, and
medical offices in the greater Houston area for over 40 years.
Asha Sood (left), owner of Boss & Hughes, and Iman Shahkarami, operator, with their DC-645.
LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT INSTITUTE (LMI), located in McLean, VA, is now producing their signature booklets with one of Duplo’s near-line
bookletmaking systems. Suited for their digital finishing needs, the system consists of the DSF-2000 Sheet Feeder, the high production DBM-500
Bookletmaker, the Slit/Cut/Crease (SCC) unit, and the ASM-500 Square Spine module. Before installing the system, jobs were completed on a
bookletmaker from another manufacturer and manually scored. “The age of the machine and the ability to get parts for the machine were the key
drivers for the upgrade,” comments Warren Murray, offices services supervisor at LMI.
With a full-bleed bookletmaking system in place, LMI has saved time and increased their efficiency. “With the Slit/Cut/Crease unit, we no longer
have to manually score the covers for our signature booklets and it has eliminated the need to pre-trim the documents before binding,” adds
Murray. “And with the addition of the ASM-500, it gives us the ability to do a square bind for a perfect bound look.” The system was sold and
installed by Duplo dealer, Coleman One. LMI is a not-for-profit strategic consulting firm offering government leaders a range of management
services such as logistics, acquisition and financial management, organizational improvement, and policy support. Their broad client base includes
hundreds of government clients from agriculture and aerospace to defense and disaster relief.
Duplo USA has released the DBMi Saddle System, Duplo’s heaviest-duty collating and saddle stitching system, and it is now available in the
United States, Canada and Latin America. First introduced in the U.S. at Graph Expo 2011, the DBMi Saddle System is the first in its class to
produce letter landscape booklets with its ability to process 24” length sheets. Designed to handle both traditional offset work as well as shorter-
run digital jobs with equal ease and efficiency, the DBMi combines PC-based programming and intelligent feeding with superior scoring and folding
to producer thicker, flatter books up to 4,500 booklets per hour. What’s more, its modular design enables users to add three-knife trimming
capabilities with the optional DKT-200 Two-Knife Trimmer, which can also process 2-up applications, boosting its production up to 9,000 booklets
an hour.
The DBMi incorporates the new DSC-10/60i Suction Feed Collators, which feature Duplo’s patented dual fan technology and an Air Management
System (AMS) for consistent and reliable feeding. Using the Intelligent Multi-Bin Feeding (IMBF) feature, operators can feed multiple sheets from a
single bin and merge offset with digital output. The DBMi is programmed entirely from a PC via the PC Controller, making it simple for users to set
up jobs and manage the settings of both the collators and saddle stitcher. Customers can also operate the system remotely on their tablets or
smartphones using remote desktop applications.
“The DBMi is not just an ordinary saddle stitching system. It is the future of bookletmaking,” says Anthony Gandara, product manager at Duplo
USA. “With its ability to collate and perform intelligent multi-bin feeding, the DBMi gives customers the flexibility to effectively perform a wider
range of saddle stitched bookletmaking applications quicker and easier.”
Additionally, the DBMi can be configured with the new DSF-2200 Digital Sheet Feeder with or without the collators, making it possible to feed pre-
collated digital jobs and add 1D or 2D barcode reader kits for complete set integrity.
Want to Run Your Duplo Wirelessly? There is an App for That
Duplo USA announced during their open house event in April that their growing line of PC-based print finishing products, which use Duplo’s own
PC Controller or Job Creator software to set up jobs, can also be controlled directly from a tablet or smartphone, such as an iPad or iPhone. Using
any of the remote desktop applications already available, such as Splashtop Touchpad, customers can access the software on their PC or Mac
from their mobile computing device through their Wi-Fi network and run their equipment wirelessly.
For the past several years, Duplo – a worldwide leading manufacturer of print finishing equipment - has developed and integrated their software
into some of their latest equipment, enabling operators of any skill level to program the machine quickly and easily. The DBMi Saddle System and
the high production DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser feature the Windows-based PC Controller, which is also available for selected near-line
bookletmaking systems configured with the DSF-5000 or the new DSF-2200 Digital Sheet Feeder. The Job Creator comes standard with the DC-
645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser and can be added to the entry-level DC-615 model, giving operators the option to set up the system from the control
panel or through a PC or Mac.
“We’re always looking for ways to increase the automation and ease of use of our solutions as well as other technology our customers can use to
add efficiency to their operations,” says Si Nguyen, director of national business development at Duplo USA. “We’re all becoming increasingly
adaptable to the ever-changing technology around us and nowadays, almost everybody owns a tablet or a smartphone. We’re excited that
thanks to our integration of GUI technology into our finishing equipment early on, customers can now use such devices as their smartphones to
control their Duplo wirelessly.”
Applications use remote technology and the local wireless network to find the computer, so the app must be downloaded on both the PC
connected to the Duplo machine and the mobile device. Customers are encouraged to try any of the apps available on the App Store. Most
applications require minimal setup, are simple to use, and support keyboard and mouse gestures.
Duplo USA has launched its newly redesigned website, www.duplousa.com, which provides richer content and additional resources for
commercial and in-plant printers as well as other organizations searching for print finishing solutions. The upgraded website also features an
enhanced interface that stays in uniform with the global Duplo brand and allows offset and digital print providers to browse the complete line of
finishing equipment that includes bookletmaking and saddle stitching systems, slitter/cutter/creasers, perfect binders, UV coaters, folders, and
digital duplicators with ease.
“The new website offers more than just a new design,” says Si Nguyen, director of new business development at Duplo USA. “We want our site
to be an immediate source of information for not only our dealer network, but end users as well. It’s been revamped to be more solution-driven
and help users determine their needs right away. We hope visitors like the look and feel of it as well as the ease of use as they browse and
access information on the solutions they’re looking for.”
Some of the new features include:
• More Ways to Browse for Products. Equipment can be searched by type (on demand finishing, production equipment, or digital duplicating),
category (collators/sheet feeders, bookletmaking systems, slitter/cutter/creasers, etc.), model, or application.
• Product Comparison. A list of applicable solutions along with brief highlights appears when searching by category and makes it easy to compare
various models on the spot.
• Enhanced Content. Each product page provides a description, features, key applications, and specs/options to offer a thorough overview of the
solution.
• Suggested Solutions. Recommendations based on the most recent search appear at the bottom of the product page to further assist users in
finding the right equipment to meet their needs.
• New Resources Page. Visitors can access client success stories, learn more about partners, and search solutions by application.
• New Videos Page. Direct access to all product demos available. Videos can also be viewed from the individual product pages.
Navigation, shortcuts, and other functions have overall been improved to enhance the visitor’s experience in their search for print finishing
solutions.
UL Mark certifies product complies with industry safety standards
Santa Ana, Calif. (April 20, 2012) – The Ultra 200/A UV Coater and the SF-200 Suction Feeder, distributed by Duplo USA Corporation, have
received the seal of approval from Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and have been issued the coveted UL mark. It indicates the products met
rigorous safety standards for use in printing environments and were found in compliance with U.S. requirements. The Ultra 200/A was also
evaluated for applicable Canadian requirements and has been issued the ULC mark.
“The UL mark is the most trusted safety certification in North America and we’re excited the Ultra 200/A UV Coater has been determined to be in
compliance,” says Peng Chou, product manager at Duplo USA. “It is very difficult for UV coaters to receive UL approval. UV coaters require high
heat and sheets can be prone to catching on fire if safety standards are not met. All components of the Ultra 200/A, including electrical, were
thoroughly tested and evaluated and print providers can be rest assured with the product and their operator’s safety.”
The Ultra 200/A UV Coater applies high quality glossy or satin finish to a variety of offset and digitally printed pieces, enhancing the richness of its
colors as well as protecting them from scratches and scuffing. Providing the same functionality as the Ultra 200, the Ultra 200A comes standard
with the SF-200 Suction Feeder for feeding high volume jobs and features innovative technology to accomplish a smear-free finish when coating
the two sides of the document. Both the Ultra 200 and Ultra 200A UV Coaters provide the utmost safety throughout the entire process with
numerous detection sensors in place while the UV lamp’s ventilation draws out heat from the main chamber providing safe operating temperatures
at all times. All Ultra UV Coaters are also CE certified.
Duplo USA to Host Print Finishing Open House April 19 & 20
Duplo USA will host an Open House event at its Santa Ana showroom April 19th and 20th to officially launch its latest finishing solution, the DBMi
Saddle System. The first saddle stitcher in its class to produce the increasingly popular letter landscape booklet, the DBMi Saddle System delivers
thicker, flatter books up to 9,000 booklets an hour.
Guests to the event will also get a first look at the new DSF-2200 Sheet Feeder. Equipped with a number of features designed to meet the ever-
changing demands of digital printers, the DSF-2200 utilizes Duplo’s proven belt suction feeding with front and side air separation for enhanced
feed reliability. It can feed a wider range of sheet sizes as large as 14” x 20” and can be connected to the DBM-350 Bookletmaker, DBM-120SxS
Bookletmaker, as well as the new DBMS Saddle Stitcher.
Also on display will be some of Duplo’s most popular products including the high production DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser and the rest of the
slitter/cutter/creaser line, the mid-range DSC-10/20 Suction Collator, the Ultra 200A UV Coater, and a range of bookletmaking systems, perfect
binders, tabletop folders, and cutters.
WHAT: Exclusive Open House Event will feature Duplo’s DBMi Saddle System, the first saddle stitcher in its class to produce letter landscape
booklets, and its most popular digital print finishing solutions.
WHEN: Thursday, April 19th and Friday, April 20th from 10am to 4pm
WHERE: Duplo Santa Ana Showroom, 3050 S. Daimler St. Santa Ana, Calif. 92705
WHO: Open to commercial and in-plant printers, small businesses, schools, and other organizations considering print finishing equipment
DF-777 Automatic Folder
Duplo has released the latest addition to its line of tabletop folders, the DF-777 Automatic Folder. Utilizing its durable and patented friction feed
system, the DF-777 offers automated setups, making it fast and easy to process jobs without any manual adjustments required.
The DF-777 folds documents such as brochures, menus, letters, and invoices at up to 135 sheets per minute. Users can select from six
preprogrammed folds for touch-and-go folding or customize their own for non-standard folds. Cross folding is also possible for documents that
require right-angle folds. Perfect for any office, church, and school environment.
DSC-10/20 Suction Collator
Duplo also introduces the DSC-10/20 Suction Collator, the affordable and heavy-duty solution designed for both offset and digitally-printed
applications. Utilizing Duplo’s own patented feed system, this 10-bin collator handles a wide range of paper, from bond to coated stock, as well as
offset and digital output.
An off-line collating and bookletmaking system can process jobs at a much faster speed than in-line or near-line solutions, while also having the
capability to accept output from multiple printers. Up to two DSC-10/20 Suction Collator towers can be connected and configured with any Duplo
bookletmaker (DBM-120, DBM-350, and DBM-500 Bookletmakers). As the need to upgrade arises, the DSC-10/20 provides a modular solution to
meet any production requirement.
On Demand Expo Sets Stage for First U.S. Debut of Key Duplo
Finishing Solutions
At ON DEMAND 2010, Duplo USA Corporation will be unveiling a series of exciting new finishing products
offering an enhanced range of speed, versatility, and overall productivity.
PRODUCT DEBUTS & HIGHLIGHTS
Debuting for the very first time in the United States will be Duplo’s high-speed saddlestitch bookletmaking
system, the Alpha Saddle; the fastest and most versatile digital color finisher, DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser;
and the new and improved air-fed digital printing system, DP-U950. Also on exhibit will be the new Ultra 200
UV Coater; the DKT-200 Two Knife Trimmer in-line with a DSF-5000 Document Sheet Feeder and
DBM-500/T Bookletmaker and Trimmer, the DFS-3500 Full-Bleed Bookletmaking System, and the DC-645
Integrated Folding System.
The Alpha Saddlestitcher
One of Duplo’s newest and most exciting products to be revealed at ON DEMAND is the Alpha Saddle, its
ully automatic, heavy-duty saddlestitch bookletmaker and the first in its class to offer unrivaled performance
with A.P.C. “Automatic Precision Control,” flexibility, and high productivity. The high speed Alpha Saddle
demonstrates superb accuracy and versatility with the ability to produce up to 6,000 books per hour.
Offering numerous features not available with traditional flat sheet bookletmakers, its 3-knife trimming and
saddlestitching modules produce superior, full-bleed flat books.
The Alpha Saddle is designed with a unique and highly productive method of moving collated sets onto the
saddle. Each parallel tower configuration has its own individual set transfer unit and folder and scoring unit
allowing for two complete sets to be transported simultaneously onto the saddle. Folded and scored sets are
then accurately and precisely transferred onto the moving saddle by a belt and finger system, with no risk of
losing set registration even when feeding from multiple towers.
The Alpha’s flexible, modular design also allows it to be configured as needed with optional units such as the
gutter cutter for 2-up applications and a pre-collated sheet feeder, making it ideal for traditional offset and
digital printers alike. With the capability to produce a maximum of 12,000 books an hour when the gutter
cutter is installed, the Alpha meets the demands of high volume users. Its intuitive color touch screen
control panel and complete automation for fast job setups and changeovers accomplishable within 60
seconds, make it efficient for running short jobs as well. No adjustments for belt pressures, book retaining
guides, or book thickness are required. Accepting a wide range of media, the Alpha can process sheet
sizes ranging from 5.51” x 8.11” to 13.90” x 24.20” and deliver quality, thicker booklets of up to 200 pages
at production rates up to four times higher than any saddlestitcher in its class.
DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser
Making its debut at ON DEMAND is the DC-745 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser, Duplo’s newest and fastest all-in-one
digital color finisher yet. Performing up to 10 slits, 20 cuts, and 15 creases in a single pass, the high
production DC-745 eliminates white borders and toner cracking on digital color documents at incredible
speeds of up to 50 sheets per minute. Taking the success of the popular DC-645 model to the next level,
it also provides users with an enhanced user-friendly PC Controller for quick job changeovers, new cross
and micro perforation options for added versatility, and an increased feeding capacity and elevator
stacking function. The DC-745 is the perfect solution for finishing full-bleed, digital color applications
ranging from business cards, brochures, greeting cards, catalogs, photos, and much more!
DIGITAL SYSTEM 5000 PRO WITH DKT-200 TWO KNIFE TRIMMER
Duplo’s new DKT-200 Two Knife Trimmer will be shown for the first time in a near-line sheet feeding and
bookletmaking configuration. The fully automatic Digital System 5000 Pro, configured with a DSF-5000
High Speed Sheet Feeder, DBM-500/T Bookletmaker and Trimmer, and the DKT-200 Two-Knife Trimmer,
is the ideal solution for high volume, full-bleed digital applications. The DSF-5000 accurately feeds sheets
ranging from 4.75” x 8.5” to 14” x 20” at up to 400 sheets per minute into Duplo’s DBM-500 Bookletmaker
for precision folding and stitching. Once the book is face trimmed in the DBM-500T, the DKT-200 removes
the head and foot for a quality, finished book. A simple straight paper path design allows the DKT-200 to
easily finish books at speeds up to 4,500 books per hour, all in a small footprint of less than 38 inches in
width. For added versatility, print providers can add an optional 3-hole punch or a gutter cutter for 2-up
applications, doubling their production in no time. With complete automation, the system can be set up
and running jobs in less than 5 minutes.
DFS-3500 Full-Bleed Bookletmaking System
The DFS-3500 Bookletmaking System provides an affordable solution for completely finishing full-bleed booklets
in a single pass. Ideal for short-run applications, the system integrates the stitching, folding, and trimming
capabilities of the mid-range DBM-350/T Bookletmaker and Trimmer with the slitting and creasing functionalities
of the DC-445 Creaser. The DBM-350’s ability to handle set-by-set and sheet-by-sheet output combined with
the DC-445 to eliminate toner cracking on digital applications make it a perfect solution for printers transitioning
from offset to digital.
The fully-automatic DBM-350 Bookletmaker/Trimmer fits between Duplo’s established low-end bookletmaker
DBM-120/T and its high-end counterpart DBM-500/T, providing an alternative for varying production and
budget requirements. Offering stitching heads, speeds of up to 3,000 books an hour, and a fully automated
set-up, the DBM-350/T is an extremely productive and professional solution. The flexible bookletmaker easily
accommodates a range from on-demand applications such as CD and DVD covers through 5.5” x 8.5” to
8.5” x 11” finished booklets of up to 80 pages.
DC-645 Integrated Folding System
The DC-645 Integrated Folding System extends the capability of the DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser even
further. Incorporating an in-line knife folder, the DC-645 Integrated Folding System not only slits, cuts, and
creases but also folds digitally-printed applications in a single pass. Utilizing two knife folds, the DC-645
Integrated Folding System folds five of the most common fold types, including single, letter, Z, gate, and
double parallel, along with an infinite number of custom folds or it can be bypassed for no fold applications.
The finished documents are then stacked in a 15.75” capacity stacker specifically designed to neatly
stack and retain even heavier jobs such as folded card stocks.
By incorporating folding into the single system operation, the DC-645 Integrated Folding System removes the
bottleneck of the finishing process and allows printers to custom fold a variety of applications such as greeting
cards, folded ‘tent’ business cards, brochures and much more. The entire system is programmed from the
DC-645’s control panel meaning all configurations are simple to set up and easy to adjust to suit customer
requirements.
Ultra 200 UV Coater
The Ultra 200 is Duplo’s newest model to join its Ultra line of UV Coaters. A perfect alternative to the fully
automatic Ultra 145A and Ultra 205A, the semi-automated Ultra 200 offers printers a user-friendly, affordable
solution for their UV coating needs. Adding a superior glossy or satin finish to both offset and digitally-printed
documents, made notably possible by the increased gap between the coating roller and the curing UV lamp,
the Ultra 200 quickly adds value to any document as it enhances its color vibrancy and richness. User-friendly
and with a small footprint, it also features an automatic cleaning function and fast setup and shutdown. On
display with the optional, high-capacity sheet feeder, the Ultra 200 applies ultraviolet coating to a wide range
of documents, including book covers, postcards, brochures, business cards, and more of up to 20” x 20” in size.
DP-U950 Digital Printing System
Duplo’s new and improved air-fed digital printing system, the DP-U950, is also making its U.S. debut at
ON DEMAND. Replacing the DP-460H, the industry’s only true air-fed duplicator, the DP-U950 carries on its
benefits in addition to offering an improved feeding system, increased speed of 150 pages per minute,
enhanced offset stacking performance, and adjustable exit guides for perfect stacking capabilities. With a
600 x 600 dpi resolution, the new digital printing system provides improved overall imaging through the use of
new masters and comes integrated with a standard USB interface.
DBM-5001 Bookletmaking System on Display at the Xerox Booth
Visitors to the show have the opportunity to see a professional end-to-end solution for full-bleed printing and
bookletmaking as Duplo’s DBM-5001 Bookletmaking System will be demonstrated in-line with the iGen4®
Digital Production Press in the Xerox partner booth (#601). Exceptionally user-friendly and versatile, the
DBM-5001 is also connectible in-line with the Xerox Nuvera™ EA Production System and is perfect for
finishing a wide range of on demand applications. With durable Hohner stitching heads and a state-of-the-art
accumulation system, push button setup makes the powerhouse bookletmaker easy to use. Quick changeovers
are achieved by diverting the corner or side-stitching jobs to a separate catch tray while other jobs continue to
pass through the face trimmer onto the belt stacker. Productivity can be further enhanced with a 4-head
stitcher option able to process 2-up booklets. With the DBM-5001 connected in-line with the Xerox iGen4®
press, not only is productivity maximized but set integrity is maintained at all times since the sheets are fed
directly from the printer into the bookletmaker.
Other Show Highlights
Other products on exhibit at the Duplo booth (#1114) include the DPB-500 PUR Perfect Binder; the DSF-2000
Document Sheet Feeder with the SCC Slitter/Cutter/Creaser and DBM-500/T Bookletmaker and Trimmer; the
slitter/cutter/creaser line including the DC-645, DC-615, and DC-445; the DF-1000 Air-Suction Folder and
DF-920 Fully Automatic Tabletop Folder; the 660P Hydraulic Guillotine Cutter, DB-280 Perfect Binder, and the
DSF-2000 Document Sheet Feeder in-line with the DBM-120/T Bookletmaker. In addition, the UJ-500AS
Anti-Static Air Jogger, Kustom Korners’ corner rounding machine, UP-240 Banding Machine, and a Noritsu
D502 Duplex Inkjet Printer for photo applications will be on display.
Duplo USA Enters into an OEM Agreement for Ultimate's Barcode
Technology, Raising the Bar on Automation
Duplo USA Corporation reaches an agreement with Ultimate Technographics Inc. to distribute an OEM
version of Impostrip OnDemand Digital Automation with complete barcode functionalities under Duplo’s
brand name. The Duplo Barcode Generator powered by Impostrip OnDemand will allow Duplo users to
eliminate manual make-readies on Duplo machines equipped with barcode OMR scanners. A time limited
version of the product will begin its journey with every DC-645 and DC-615 slitting/cutting/creasing solution
shipped from Santa Ana, California beginning mid December. At the same time, Duplo USA will extend this
offer to all DC-645 and DC-615 current users.
Automation out of the box
Si Nguyen, director of marketing, Duplo USA Corporation, says: “We are quite excited to team up with the
imposition leader Ultimate Technographics to introduce the Duplo Barcode Generator to all our customers.
This tool will be a significant production enhancement in two areas: automation and quality. Thanks to the
barcode scanner built-in each Duplo machine, customers will be able to generate all the necessary elements
to get top notch quality, reduce waste and time and get full return on their investment quickly, whether they
are offset or digital printers.”
Duplo Barcode Generator does more
The Duplo Barcode Generator is a simple way to set jobs in prepress to streamline printing and finishing
production. From the moment you drop a PDF into Duplo Barcode Generator pre-set hot folders you can
expect this job to go to print automatically imposed with the necessary barcode and other elements that will
perform automatic make-readies on the Duplo machine and with perfect registration each time.
Joanne David, President-CEO of Ultimate says, “Today operators are asked to be multi-tasking but that comes
at a certain price, meaning that machines can stay idle when the operator is dealing with a problem, thus
affecting efficiency and the delivery schedule. This OEM agreement reflects Duplo and Ultimate’s vision to
offer a simple automated process that guarantees that each printed sheet is perfectly slit/cut/creased,
eliminating the need for an operator to set the machine and to verify the quality or to make further adjustments
along the way when offset is significant from one printed sheet to another.’’
Duplo Spearheads Finishing Market with new Knife Folding Option
for its Versatile Crease Product Range
Duplo Corporation has extended the inline capabilities of its popular DC-645/DC-615 slitter/cutter/creaser and
DC-445 creaser range by adding a knife fold attachment to the single system operation. With the new
Integrated Folding System, printers can now fully finish different applications such as greeting cards,
CD covers, folded ‘tent’ business cards, brochures, leaflets and many more without additional operators.
The knife folder incorporates two knife folds making it ideal for parallel fold applications such as letter and gate
folds. With a speed of up to 50 sheets per minute, the new folder matches the capabilities of Duplo’s creasers
and can also be by-passed for no-fold applications.
The Integrated Folding System can also incorporate other elements such as a cross-and straight-conveyor
as well as simple and more sophisticated high capacity stackers specifically designed to neatly stack and
retain even heavier jobs such as folded card stock. The cross-conveyor version keeps single batch outputs
In sequence for applications such as photos, coupons and personalized direct mail.
The modular range enables customers to configure as many as 26 different arrangements to suit their
individual requirements and match the flexibility of jobs that can be run on the Duplo range of finishers for
digital color print. As a result, the Integrated Folding System can easily handle items printed in multiple-up
formats, making it suitable for general commercial folding applications as well as sorting requirements for
sequentially printed jobs.
Comments Si Nguyen, marketing director at Duplo USA Corporation: “Our DC-645/DC-615 slitter/cutter/creaser
and the DC-445 creaser have been extremely successful in the growing Print on Demand market. Companies
need to do small jobs very quickly and accurately so it’s vital that margins gained during the printing process
will not be lost in the finishing department. By adding a conveyor, folder and stacker option to our creaser
product range, the flexible Integrated Folding System allows printers to automate the complete job set-up from
one point and finish work in one pass with only one operator, resulting in considerable cost savings.”
Duplo’s Creaser Range
The flexibility of Duplo’s creaser and slitter/cutter/creaser machines means that all jobs are simple to set up
and easy to adjust to suit customer requirements.
DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser
The DC-645 has been recognized as a top quality digital finishing unit by many leading digital print companies,
especially those producing photo and web-2-print related applications. It offers high quality slitting, cutting and
creasing in a single pass while also opening the finishing process to networked management through JDF
connectivity. This makes the DC-645 an ideal machine for a progressive printer looking to future-proof an
investment, while being able to meet any requirements for short run and fast turnaround print production.
The vacuum-fed DC-645 automatically sets up the tooling to a printed registration mark by using its built-in
camera, compensating for the common problem of image drift. This ensures that each processed sheet is
finished accurately and that it slits, cuts, creases and perforates in precisely the right place, reducing waste
and ensuring high quality and optimum output. In addition, an air knife lifts and separates each individual
sheet to eliminate the problem of static and facilitates mark-free processing. The heavy duty DC-645 is capable
of handling up to 26 sheets per minute and can accommodate a wide range of paper weights, ranging from
110 to 350gsm.
DC-615 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser
The versatile DC-615 provides a multi-functional finishing solution in one compact, easy-to-use package.
Slitting, cutting and creasing digitally printed sheets in one pass, the DC-615 delivers efficient output with
minimum operator intervention, resulting in a reduction of waste and production costs.
The easy to use 80 job memory and PC based WYSIWYG programming minimize down time and training
requirements. A waste collection bin keeps operation tidy while a 100mm capacity feeder allows unattended
operation. An optional CCD camera will automatically read each sheet, recalling the correct program from
memory and then applying any adjustments necessary for image drift.
DC-445 Creaser
Ideal for the short run digital color print market, the cost-effective, fully automatic DC-445 provides an
essential solution to the problem of toner cracking on digitally printed work when folded. Capable of applying
up to 15 creases in one pass and with a speed of up 50 sheets per minute, the DC-445 Creaser can handle
the output of most digital presses.
Duplo Increases Finishing Options with New PUR Perfect Binder
Duplo USA Corporation has launched a new high production perfect binder with PUR functionality to add
to its existing single clamp fully automatic perfect binder range. Debuted for the first time at drupa last year,
the DPB-500 PUR Perfect Binder is ideal for short to medium run perfect bound books printed digitally or on
coated stocks.
Producing a strong and flexible finish, the DPB-500 PUR is suitable for a wide range of applications such as
text books, annual reports, art books, instruction manuals or photo books.
Designed for use with a closed glue tank system which is manufactured by Nordson, the DPB-500 PUR
offers huge cost and productivity benefits compared to open-tank systems as it does not require draining
after each use which means less wastage and downtime. Closed tank systems are also not affected by
dust or airborne particles and do not require the installation of fume extraction.
Just like Duplo’s standard-adhesive DPB-500 Perfect Binder, it runs at speeds of up to 525 cycles an hour,
making it an extremely efficient product. The DPB-500 PUR is capable of binding a wide range of materials
with a maximum booklet size of 14.17” x 12.60” and a minimum size of 4.72” x 4.72”. Cover sheet sizes range
from 14.17” x 27.40” and 4.72” x 9.84”.
Comments Si Nguyen, director of marketing, at Duplo USA Corporation, “The response to our
standard-adhesive DPB-500 Perfect Binder has been phenomenal and with the continuous increase
in the production of digitally produced books, introducing a PUR version was the next logical step as it’s
really the only 100% fail-safe solution for binding digital and coated stocks. We’re confident that we’re
offering the market one of the most advanced, high-end PUR binding systems which is perfect for short runs,
variable print and a variety of stock but which is also equally suitable for longer runs due to its high capacity
book production speeds.”
The DPB-500 PUR offers state-of-the-art automation to accommodate a range of specifications to set up a
job efficiently which in turn leads to a reduction in downtime and cost. The integrated touch-screen control
panel which can also be used to adjust the movements of the Nordson system, makes the DPB-500 PUR
very easy to use and results in a book-bound quality finish with minimal operator skills.
Concludes Mr. Nguyen, “Using PUR to bind provides an extremely secure book with greater pull and flex
strength that is more durable and can be opened flat without any risk of pages becoming detached even
under extreme temperatures. Offering the choice of PUR binding means that customers can choose the
right tool for the right job to maximize productivity and remain as competitive as possible.”
Duplo Launches New DBM-350 Automated Bookletmaker and
DBM-350T Trimmer with Integrated Spine Press
Duplo USA Corporation has launched the DBM-350/T automatic bookletmaker and trimmer, a highly
productive mid-range solution which fits neatly between Duplo’s existing low-end bookletmaker, the
DBM-120/T and its high-end counterpart, the DBM-500/T and as such provides an efficient alternative
to match production requirements and budgetary needs. The DBM-350/T is Duplo’s first bookletmaker to
feature an integrated book spine press, designed to enhance the appearance of the finished booklet
without loss of productivity.
Capable of producing up to 3,000 books per hour, the DBM-350/T easily accommodates a range of
on-demand applications such as CD and DVD covers through to 5.5” x 8.5” to 8.5” x 11” finished
booklets of up to 80 pages, making it also ideal for finishing reports, manuals, product brochures and
marketing materials.
The heavy-duty deluxe stitching heads boost productivity while the book spine press enhances the
professional look and feel of the finished booklet. The settings of the spine press can easily be adjusted
to match the thickness of the booklet.
The DBM-350/T provides a highly cost-efficient way to produce multiple applications to help customize
different jobs. The small booklet kit enables the DBM-350/T to produce center-stitched, saddle-stitched or
folded products while the optional corner stitch kit offers the opportunity to process side-stitched and
corner-stitched applications.
Comments Si Nguyen, director of marketing at Duplo USA Corporation: “The Duplo DBM-350/T bookletmaker
and trimmer provides an automatic, fast and highly productive solution that can produce different styles of
booklets with no fuss, making it ideal for modern creative bookletmaking requirements. Available at a
competitive price the DBM-350/T allows in-plants, printing departments, digital and commercial printers to
bring these finishing operations in house, helping them to reduce costs and turnaround times.”
There is no need for manual intervention on the DBM-350/T, the easy touch button set-up makes switching
jobs effortless. By simply entering the parameters of a job, all stitch, fold and trim positions are automatically
adjusted. The simple and easy to use touch screen panel guides operators efficiently through the set up
process and with the ability to memorize up to 20 jobs, operators can quickly switch between different work.
The ability of the DBM-350/T to handle set-by-set and sheet-by-sheet output with equal ease means that it
can be currently connected to Duplo’s collating systems or in future to Duplo’s dynamic sheet feeders,
making it ideal for printers making the transition from offset to digital, allowing them to incorporate color
content and variable data into their finishing solutions.
Duplo USA Presents its Newest Print Finishing Equipment at ON
DEMAND 2009
(Santa Ana, CA: March 27th, 2009) At the ON DEMAND Expo, Duplo USA Corporation is presenting its
newest print finishing products which demonstrate added versatility and flexibility.
Exhibiting for the first time at ON DEMAND are Duplo’s DC-645 Integrated Folding System, the DFS-3500
Bookletmaking System incorporating a mid-range DBM-350/T Bookletmaker and Trimmer with the DC-445
Creaser, and the DPB-500 PUR Perfect Binder. Visitors can also see the DSF-5000 Document Sheet
Feeder in-line with the DBM-500 Bookletmaker and Trimmer, the Ultra 205A UV Coater with optional SF-205A
Feeder, the DSF-2000 Near-Line Bookletmaker equipped with the SCC (Slitter/Cutter/Creaser), and the
DC-645 and DC-615 Slitter/Cutter/Creasers.
DC-645 Integrated Folding System
Duplo has added a knife folding option to the versatile DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser, thus hugely extending the
in-line capability of the production color finisher. By incorporating folding into the single system operation,
printers can now fully finish different applications such as greeting cards, folded ‘tent’ business cards,
brochures and much more.
The knife folder incorporates two knife folds making it also ideal for parallel fold applications such as letter folds.
With a speed of up to 50 sheets per minute, the new folder fully matches the capabilities of the DC-645 and
can also be by-passed for no-fold applications from the DC-645. The finished documents are then stacked in
a 15.75” capacity stacker specifically designed to neatly stack and retain even heavier jobs such as folded
card stocks.
The flexibility of the DC-645 programming means that all configurations are simple to set up and easy to
adjust to suit customer requirements.
DFS-3500 Bookletmaking System
Unveiling for the first time is Duplo’s DBM-350 Mid-Range Bookletmaker and Trimmer in-line with the DC-445
Creaser. The ability of the DBM-350/T to handle set-by-set and sheet-by-sheet output and the DC-445 Creaser
to eliminate toner cracking on digital applications make it the ideal solution for printers transitioning from offset
to digital.
The fully-automatic DBM-350 Bookletmaker/Trimmer fits between Duplo’s established low-end bookletmaker
DBM-120/T and its high-end counterpart the DBM-500/T, and provides an alternative according to production
requirements and budgetary needs. Offering stitching heads, speeds of up to 3,000 books an hour, and fully
automated set-up, the DBM-350/T is an extremely productive and professional solution. The flexible
bookletmaker easily accommodates a range from on-demand applications such as CD and DVD covers
through 5.5” x 8.5” to 8.5” x 11” finished booklets of up to 80 pages.
DPB-500 PUR Perfect Binder
Duplo has added a PUR version to its fully automatic, single clamp DPB-500 Perfect Binder, making it efficient
for binding books printed on digital and coated stocks. The PUR glue provides a high pull-strength ensuring
each page is firmly bound and can be opened flat without any risk of page detachment.
The closed tank system offers huge cost and productivity benefits compared to open-tank systems, as it does
not require draining after each session which incurs wasted material and downtime. Just like Duplo’s
standard-adhesive DPB-500 Perfect Binder, it runs at speeds of up to 525 cycles an hour and is capable of
binding a wide range of materials with a maximum booklet size of 14.17” x 12.60” and minimum size of
4.72” x 4.72”. Cover sheet sizes range from 4.72” x 9.84” and 14.17” x 27.40”.
The versatility of the fully automated perfect binder results in a reduction in set-up times and costs, making it
perfect for short run and variable print as well as longer runs. One of the machine’s key attributes is its
easy-to-use integrated touch-screen controls, which facilitate a 35 second set-up between programs, resulting
in a book-bound quality finish with minimal operator skills.
DSF-5000 Sheet Feeder in-line with the DBM-500 Bookletmaker and Trimmer
Duplo’s new DSF-5000 modular high-speed, production level feeder offers a number of enhanced benefits to
give greater productivity for near-line finishing and bookletmaking solutions. Responding to the needs of both
the color market as well as the higher volume black & white cut sheet markets, the DSF-5000 can support the
printed output of multiple printers without compromising print production and offers high speed, reliable feeding
of a variety of substrates with both ultrasonic double and optical double detection for improved accuracy and
reduced waste by preventing the processing of incorrect sets. In addition, its Optical Mark Recognition (OMR)
and barcode readers offer greater versatility in handling variable and personalized print finishing. The
DSF-5000 can feed up to 400 sheets per minute, which is fed from a 24” high capacity pallet style paper tray.
Operators also benefit from automated job set up and changeover, as well as an intuitive, user-friendly PC
interface.
To demonstrate the versatility of the DSF-5000, Duplo is showcasing the DSF-5000 Document Sheet Feeder
in-line with the DBM-500 Bookletmaker and Trimmer. The benefits of Duplo’s modular approach allow printers
to add to the system as and when their requirements change.
Ultra 205A UV Coater
Duplo is also showing its fully automatic and user-friendly Ultra 205A UV Coater with optional SF-205A Feeder.
Delivering variable speeds between 32 to 120 feet per minute, the Ultra 205A cost-effectively adds quality,
high gloss or satin finishes to an array of offset and digitally printed documents up to 20.5” in width.
The Ultra 205A ensures overall quality of printed output is increased as more vibrancy and richness is added
to colors and hues, while ensuring protection from scratching and fingerprints. This makes the Ultra 205A
perfectly suited to applications such as book covers, calendars, business cards, brochures, posters and
mailers.
In addition, the compact Ultra 205A UV Coater enables easy set-up and operation and features a number of
efficiency enhancing attributes. These include a large and intuitive LCD touch screen panel which, via an
innovative troubleshooting diagram, allows users to quickly make adjustments. Users also benefit from a
self-centering and self-tensioning conveyor belt which automatically readjusts to keep output media neatly
stacked.
Further efficiencies are gained thanks to the Ultra 205A’s metering roller speed adjustment which evenly sets
the level of coating required, while the built-in self cleaning system ensures post-production labor is reduced.
Duplo USA Showcases its Latest Finishing Solutions at Graphics
of the Americas 2009
(Santa Ana, CA: February 26th, 2009) At Graphics of the Americas 2009, Duplo USA Corporation is
showcasing its latest finishing solutions including new modular configurations which add further
capabilities to its already versatile products.
On display for the first time at Graphics of the Americas are Duplo’s DC-645 Production Color Finisher in-line
with a new knife folder, the mid-range System 3500 Bookletmaking System incorporating a DC-10/60
collator with the new DBM-350/T Bookletmaker and Trimmer, the entry-level DP-J450 Duplicator, and the
DFC-120 Roller-Feed Collator which can be used in conjunction with the DBM-120/T Bookletmaker and
Trimmer. Visitors can also see the Ultra 205A UV Coater with the optional SF-205A Feeder, DPB-500
Perfect Binder and flagship System 5000 Collating and Bookletmaking System.
DC-645 Production Color Finisher with New Conveyor/Folder/Stacker
Duplo has added a knife folding option to the versatile DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser, thus hugely
extending the on-line capability of the production color finisher. By incorporating folding into the single
system operation, printers can now fully finish different applications such as greeting cards, folded
‘tent’ business cards, brochures and much more.
The knife folder incorporates two knife folds making it also ideal for parallel fold applications such as letter
folds. With a speed of up to 50 sheets per minute, the new folder fully matches the capabilities of the
DC-645 and can also be by-passed for no-fold applications from the DC-645. The finished documents are
then stacked in a 15.75” capacity stacker specifically designed to neatly stack and retain even heavier
jobs such as folded card stocks.
The flexibility of the DC-645 programming means that all configurations are simple to set up and easy to adjust
to suit customer requirements.
System 3500 Bookletmaking System
At Graphics of the Americas, Duplo is displaying the mid-range System 3500 which incorporates up to two
DC-10/60 collators with the new DBM-350/T bookletmaker and trimmer. The fully-automatic DBM-350
bookletmaker/trimmer fits between Duplo’s established low-end bookletmaker DBM-120/T and its
high-end counterpart the DBM-500/T and, as such, provides an alternative according to production
requirements and budgetary needs. Offering stitching heads, speeds of up to 3,000 books an hour, and
fully automated set-up, the DBM-350/T is an extremely productive and professional solution. The flexible
bookletmaker easily accommodates a range from on-demand applications such as CD and DVD covers
through to 5.5” x 8.5” to 8.5” x 11” finished booklets of up to 80 pages.
The ability of the DBM-350/T to handle set-by-set and sheet-by-sheet output with equal ease means that it
can be connected to Duplo’s collating systems or dynamic sheet feeders, making it ideal for printers making
the transition from offset to digital, allowing them to incorporate color content and variable data into their
finishing solutions.
Ultra 205A UV Coater
Duplo is also showing its fully automatic and user-friendly Ultra 205A UV Coater with optional SF-205A
Feeder. Delivering variable speeds between 32 to 120 feet per minute, the Ultra 205A cost-effectively
adds quality, high gloss or satin finishes to an array of offset and digitally printed documents up to
20.5” in width.
The Ultra 205A ensures overall quality of printed output is increased as more vibrancy and richness is
added to colors and hues, while ensuring protection from scratching and fingerprints. This makes the
Ultra 205A perfectly suited to applications such as book covers, calendars, business cards, brochures,
posters and mailers.
In addition, the compact Ultra 205A UV Coater enables easy set-up and operation and features a number of
efficiency enhancing attributes. These include a large and intuitive LCD touch screen panel which, via an
innovative troubleshooting diagram, allows users to quickly make adjustments. Users also benefit from a
self-centering and self-tensioning conveyor belt which automatically readjusts to keep output media neatly
stacked.
Further efficiencies are gained thanks to the Ultra 205A’s metering roller speed adjustment which evenly
sets the level of coating required, while the built-in self cleaning system ensures post-production labor is
reduced.
DFC-120 Roller-Feed Collator
Incorporating a number of improved features to boost productivity in smaller print shops, in-plants, offices and
corporate reproduction departments, the DFC-120 roller-feed collator replaces its predecessor, the DFC-12
machine, and is available in 12 or 24 station configurations. A more durable ceramic paper-feeding roller has
been added to the new collator to ensure consistent paper feeding. The DFC-120 has a deeper stacker
able to hold a capacity of up to 78mm, resulting in less user intervention. The collating trays can also be
set to straight or offset collating modes, depending on specific job requirements. The collator
automatically stops when the catch tray is full.
The DFC-120 Collator can be used in conjunction with the DBM-120 Bookletmaker and DBM-120T Trimmer
to create a reliable and cost-effective print finishing system which can collate, staple, fold and trim to produce
a variety of applications. This high-performance and space-saving system provides the functionality usually
reserved for much larger finishing equipment. With a faster output speed of up to 4,200 sets per hour or
2,400 sets per hour when the DFC-120 is used in conjunction with a bookletmaking system, the versatile
collator can also be linked to a second tower to make a 24-station model.
DP-J450 Duplicator
Duplo’s DP-J450 Duplicator is an entry-level 300 x 600 dpi 11”x17” printer, engineered for economy and
ultra-low energy use, with a built-in book scanner designed to meet the needs of quick printers as well as
the office environment. This new model features High Resolution Imaging (HRi), which is achieved
through the combination of master material, high carbon soy ink and quality thermal print heads resulting
in outstanding quality output with rich, unbroken solid print.
Offering superb paper handling via its three wheel feeding system, the DP-J450 offers economical printing
of up to 120 pages per minute, with the cost-per-copy decreasing rapidly as the print quantity increases. In
addition, its range of 12 standard inks and optional spot color matching service ensures all color copying
options are catered for. USB 2.0 connectivity is also optional, allowing direct connection to PC and
Mac-based platforms.
From Print to Documents: Duplo Announces New Corporate Identity
Duplo Corporation has announced the introduction of a new corporate identity, which will be implemented
globally [with immediate effect] throughout its subsidiaries and distributor companies [from January 1st 2009].
The new identity reflects the continuously evolving nature of the company, which combines traditional values
and long standing expertise in print finishing based on its 50 year heritage of manufacturing excellence, with
its strong customer focus and leading edge innovation and product development.
The cleaner modern lines of the new logo, which has been specifically designed for the Duplo brand, is
supported by the tag line ‘from print to documents’, chosen to reflect the value that print finishing brings to
the print production workflow, as well as giving greater emphasis to the importance of innovative finishing
solutions within traditional, digital and hybrid print environments.
Akio Kaneko, Manager, International Sales Group at Duplo Corporation comments: “We’ve been working
closely with all our partners to ensure that finishing is seen as a major way to differentiate printed products.
Known for our innovative approach to product design, we’re committed to exploring further new applications
and enter new market sectors to offer customers more value-added opportunities. Clearly, there was a need
to bring our logo and corporate identity in line with our vision for the future, so we can look confidently forward
while retaining the strong values of our heritage.”
Continues Mr. Kaneko: “For us, it’s all about sustained investment in the industry. To complement our huge
product portfolio for both the traditional offset and digital markets as well as our office products, we’ve invested
heavily in the past few years to ensure that we’re able to match our product offerings with excellent after-sales
service. This includes our technical resource, service teams, IT infrastructure, marketing, logistics and
administrational functions to provide a streamlined and effective service to our customers.”
He concludes: “Initial customer reactions to our re-branding plans have been extremely positive and we’re set
to move into a new era which will see the launch of a wider range of products, applications and support for
customers. Our new brand image strongly reflects what Duplo stands for: outstanding customer service,
innovative products and quality. It also shows our enthusiasm to take the industry lead in ensuring that print
providers understand the significance of effective, flexible finishing within the production process and the
benefits it can bring to their business.”
Duplo Extends its High Volume Printer Range with a New 11x17-inch
Duplicator
(Santa Ana, CA: December 8th 2008) Duplo USA Corporation has extended its digital printing range with the
launch of the DP-J450, a new entry-level 11”x17” Duplicator offering high-quality prints and multiple features.
Capable of running at 120 pages per minute, the DP-J450 offers considerable productivity and cost benefits,
making it the ideal all-around duplicator fit for text-heavy work as well as image printing. It can be used when
producing jobs such as newsletters, corporate stationery, direct mail/flyers and instruction sheets.
The new Duplicator images at 600x600 dpi (emulated) and produces prints at 300x600 dpi, derived from a High
Resolution (HRi) master and a black high density ink, resulting in high quality halftones and solids as well as
crisp text.
Si Nguyen, director of marketing at Duplo USA Corporation comments: “We’ve introduced the new 11”x17”
Duplicator to offer our customers an entry-level version with a modern design and small footprint. Duplicators are
incredibly cost effective and offer high quality, fast printing at a touch of a button. As the print quantity increases,
the cost per copy rapidly decreases. For users producing high volume jobs, the savings can be quite dramatic,
making the DP-J450 ideal for any organization with budget constraints.”
The versatile DP-J450 offers a number of functions to ensure that any job can be tailored to suit customers’
specific needs, including an enlargement/reduction, photo/text mode, print darkness mode as well as book
shadow erasure function. The LCD user control panel makes it easy to navigate the machine and customize
the settings for optimal results. The DP-J450 also offers optional USB 2.0 connectivity, making it fully compatible
with PCs and Macs. Users can therefore print directly from a computer or alternatively scan hardcopy originals.
The machine prints one color at a time but changeover takes less than 30 seconds and with 11 standard colors
available, plus a matching service, users can easily print in different colors and even select corporate or brand
colors if required.
Featuring a reliable three wheel feeding system which ensures accurate and consistent handling of a wide
range of stocks, the Duplicator can print instantly on stocks cards, envelopes, NCR paper and many others.
Users are also benefiting from a stacking capacity of 1,280 sheets for longer print runs.
“As with all our Duplicators, users will not only save money but will also be kind to the environment. The
DP-J450 has extremely low power consumption compared to running toner-based devices. We’re pleased to
add this new machine to our existing range – the DP-J450 boosts productivity at a very affordable price.
Duplo Presents its Range of "Value Added" Finishing Products and
Modular Finishing Solutions at Graph Expo 2008
(Santa Ana, CA: October 14th 2008) During Graph Expo 2008, Duplo USA Corporation will show a range of its
latest products and innovative modular finishing configurations which will allow printers to introduce
sophisticated value-added finishing processes to their customer offerings. Graph Expo will also be the U.S.
debut of Duplo’s unique DC-645 Production Color Finisher, in-line with a new knife folder, adding further
application possibilities to the already versatile slit, cut, and crease machine.
Visitors to Graph Expo will see Duplo’s new PUR DPB-500 Perfect Binder, the mid-range System 3500
bookletmaking system, the Ultra 205A UV Coater, as well as its intelligent DSF-5000 high speed dynamic
document sheet feeder. Graph Expo will also be the first public showing of Duplo’s new entry level
DP-J450 Duplicator, which delivers economy, convenience and high quality printing.
In addition, Duplo will be teaming up with front-end partners Digilabs and Ultimate to present a live
automated PDF enabled web-to-finish templated production of photo products. DigiLabs offers photo
design and layout software that is simple to download and use, enabling easy creation and
customization of photo products such as photo books and calendars on customers’ desktops. When the
page layout has been completed with the DigiLabs software, the produced PDF file is transmitted to
Ultimate’s Impostrip imposition software. Impostrip manages imposition workflow, including full control
over page position, bleeds, page-spread and scaling, marks and margins.
Once the photo pages have been printed on a Xerox DocuColor Digital Color Press, the output will then be
transferred to a number of Duplo finishing technologies to demonstrate the variety of finishing options and
versatility of web-to-print solutions.
“We wanted to present an interactive workflow to clearly demonstrate the power and significant productivity
benefits that can be delivered by a complete end-to-end print production,” explains Si Nguyen, Director of
Marketing at Duplo USA. “By teaming up with industry partners such as Digilabs and Ultimate, we’ve
provided a hands-on opportunity for visitors to experience just how simple it is to automate production, which
in turn offers significant cost savings by eliminating manual intervention and potential inputting errors.”
DC-645 Production Color Finisher with New Conveyor/Folder/Stacker
Duplo has added a knife folding option to the versatile DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser, thus hugely extending
the on-line capability of the production color finisher. By incorporating folding into the single system operation,
printers can now fully finish different applications such as greeting cards, folded ‘tent’ business cards,
brochures and much more.
The knife folder incorporates two knife folds making it also ideal for parallel fold applications such as letter
folds. With a speed of up to 50 sheets per minute, the new folder fully matches the capabilities of the DC-645
and can also be by-passed for no-fold applications from the DC-645. The finished documents are then
stacked in a 15.75” capacity stacker specifically designed to neatly stack and retain even heavier jobs
such as folded card stocks.
The flexibility of the DC-645 programming means that all configurations are simple to set up and easy to
adjust to suit customer requirements.
New PUR DPB-500 Perfect Binder
Duplo has extended its single clamp fully automatic DPB-500 Perfect Binder range by adding a PUR version,
making it ideal for short to medium run perfect bound books printed digitally or on coated stocks. PUR binding
provides an extremely secure result with its high pull-strength ensuring that each page is firmly bound and can
be opened flat without any risk of pages becoming detached.
The closed tank system offers huge cost and productivity benefits compared to open-tank systems, as it
does not require draining after each session which incurs wasted material and downtime.
Just like Duplo’s standard-adhesive DPB-500 Perfect Binder, it runs at speeds of up to 525 cycles an hour,
and is capable of binding a wide range of materials with a maximum booklet size of 14.17” x 12.60” and
minimum size of 4.72” x 4.72”. Cover sheet sizes range from 4.72” x 9.84” and 14.17” x 27.40”.
The versatility of the fully automated DPB-500 results in a reduction in set-up times and costs, making it
perfect for short run and variable print, while its high capacity book production speeds make it equally
suitable for longer runs. One of the machine’s key attributes is its easy-to-use integrated touch-screen
controls, which facilitates a 35 second set-up between programs, resulting in a book-bound quality finish
with minimal operator skills.
New System 3500 Bookletmaking System
At Graph Expo, Duplo will also introduce the mid-range System 3500 which incorporates up to two DC-10/60
collators with the new DBM-350/T bookletmaker and trimmer. The fully-automatic DBM-350 bookletmaker/
trimmer fits between Duplo’s established low-end bookletmaker DBM-120/T and its high-end counterpart the
DBM-500/T and, as such, provides an alternative according to production requirements and budgetary needs.
Offering stitching heads, speeds of up to 3,000 books an hour, and fully automated set-up, the DBM-350/T is
an extremely productive and professional solution. The flexible bookletmaker easily accommodates a range
from on-demand applications such as CD and DVD covers through to 5.5” x 8.5” to 8.5” x 11” finished booklets
of up to 80 pages.
The ability of the DBM-350/T to handle set-by-set and sheet-by-sheet output with equal ease means that it
can be connected to Duplo’s collating systems or dynamic sheet feeders, making it ideal for printers making
the transition from offset to digital, allowing them to incorporate color content and variable data into their
finishing solutions.
DP-J450 Duplicator
Duplo’s new DP-J450 Duplicator is an entry-level 300 x 600 dpi 11”x17” printer, engineered for economy and
ultra-low energy use, with a built-in book scanner designed to meet the needs of quick printers as well as the
office environment. This new model features High Resolution Imaging (HRi), which is achieved through the
combination of master material, high carbon soy ink and quality thermal print heads resulting in outstanding
quality output with rich, unbroken solid print.
Offering superb paper handling via its three wheel feeding system, the DP-J450 offers economical printing of
up to 120 pages per minute, with the cost-per-copy decreasing rapidly as the print quantity increases. In
addition, its range of 12 standard inks and optional spot color matching service ensures all color copying
options are catered for. USB 2.0 connectivity is also optional, allowing direct connection to PC and
Mac-based platforms.
Ultra 205A UV Coater
Duplo is also showing its fully automatic and user-friendly Ultra 205A UV Coater with optional SF-205A
Feeder. Delivering variable speeds between 32 to 120 feet per minute, the Ultra 205A cost-effectively
adds quality, high gloss or satin finishes to an array of offset and digitally printed documents up to 20.5” in width.
The Ultra 205A ensures overall quality of printed output is increased as more vibrancy and richness is added
to colors and hues, while ensuring protection from scratching and fingerprints. This makes the Ultra 205A
perfectly suited to applications such as book covers, calendars, business cards, brochures, posters and
mailers.
In addition, the compact Ultra 205A UV Coater enables easy set-up and operation and features a number of
efficiency enhancing attributes. These include a large and intuitive LCD touch screen panel which, via an
innovative troubleshooting diagram, allows users to quickly make adjustments. Users also benefit from a
self-centering and self-tensioning conveyor belt which automatically readjusts to keep output media
neatly stacked.
Further efficiencies are gained thanks to the Ultra 205A’s metering roller speed adjustment which evenly sets
the level of coating required, while the built-in self cleaning system ensures post-production labor is reduced.
DSF-5000 High Speed Dynamic Sheet Feeder
An addition to the Duplo dynamic sheet feeder family and next-level option to the established DSF-2000,
Duplo’ s new DSF-5000 modular high speed, production level feeder offers a number of enhanced benefits to
give greater productivity for near-line finishing and bookletmaking solutions.
Responding to the needs of both the color market as well as the higher volume black & white cut sheet markets,
the DSF-5000 can support the printed output of multiple printers without compromising print production and offers
high speed, reliable feeding of a variety of substrates with both ultrasonic double and optical double detection for
improved accuracy and reduced waste by preventing the processing of incorrect sets.
In addition, its Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) and barcode readers offer greater versatility in handling
variable and personalized print finishing.
The new belt suction feeder, integral buffer and enhanced sheet separation facilities enables consistent and
reliable feeding of a variety of substrates at high speeds. The DSF-5000 can feed up to 400 sheets per minute,
which is fed from a 24” capacity pallet style paper tray. Operators also benefit from automated job set up and
changeover, as well as an intuitive, user-friendly PC interface.
Duplo Uveils a Range of New Products and Flexible Finishing Solutions on Opening Day
On the first day of drupa, Duplo is unveiling further new additional products on its stand: the fully automatic
and user-friendly Ultra 205A UV Coater; the DuWrap, a polywrapping unit for the mail fulfilment market and a
new friction fed collating range including the DFC-100 and DFC-120 Mini Collator.
Visitors have the opportunity to experience technology previews as well as a range of other new products and
innovative modular finishing configurations which will allow printers to introduce sophisticated value-added
finishing processes to their customer offerings.
In addition to the UV Coater and DuWrap product, visitors to the exhibition will also see for the first time Duplo’s
unique DC-645 Production Colour Finisher with a new knife folder, adding further application possibilities to
the already versatile slit, cut and crease machine. drupa will also see the first showing of the intelligent
DSF-5000 high speed dynamic document sheet feeder; Duplo’s new PUR DuBinder as well as the launch of
the new mid-range bookletmaker DBM-350/T. drupa is also the venue for the first European showing of the
UJ-500AS anti-static ionised jogger designed to improve sheet feeding.
Akio Kaneko, Manager, International Sales Group at Duplo Corporation comments: “Duplo has been taking the
industry lead in ensuring that print providers understand the significance of effective, flexible finishing within the
production process and the benefits it can bring to their business.
Introducing value-added finishing processes to their customer offering will help them to differentiate from their
competitors, increase margins on individual jobs, establish profitable relationships as well as move into new
areas and thus grow their overall business potential.”
He continues: “Following valuable feedback from our customers worldwide, we’ve been extremely busy
developing new advanced, cost-effective finishing solutions that produce high quality, multiple applications
to suit the requirements of traditional offset, digital or hybrid printing houses. There is no better platform than
drupa to showcase our new versatile solutions, demonstrating our commitment to a very dynamic industry.”
New Technology Previews
DuWrap Polywrapping Unit
At drupa 2008, the Digital System 5000’s capability is being further extended by adding a mail fulfilment
function to the bookletmaking process and as such further adding value to a customer’s business. The Duplo
DuWrap, a polywrapping unit, is connected to the Digital System 5000 to demonstrate the complete production
of a booklet and mailing solution in one system.
Two applications are being on the Duplo stand: A bar-code driven personalised investment report and an
investment booklet combined with a variable data single address. Both applications will run through the
DSF-2000, SCC and DBM-500/T bookletmaking line and into the DuWrap where a transparent polywrap film
will envelop them ready for mailing. Job tracking and auditing will be performed by a camera-based vision
system from Böwe Bell & Howell.
DC-645 Production Colour Finisher with New Conveyor/Folder/Stacker
For the first time, Duplo is adding a knife folding option to the versatile DC-645 slitter, cutter, creaser, thus
hugely extending the online capability of the production colour finisher. By incorporating folding into the single
system operation, printers can now fully finish different applications such as greeting cards, folded ‘tent’
business cards, brochures, leaflets and many more.
The knife folder incorporates two knife folds making it also ideal for parallel fold applications such as letter
folds. With a speed of up to 50 sheets per minute, the new folder fully matches the capabilities of the DC-645
and can also be by-passed for no-fold applications from the DC-645.
The finished documents are then collected in a 400mm capacity stacker specifically designed to neatly stack
and retain even heavier jobs such as folded card stock.
At drupa, Duplo is presenting the DC-645 in a straight conveyor/folder/stacker configuration, however,
ultimately the company will offer a modular range of configurations including cross-and straight-conveyors as
well as simple and more sophisticated stackers. The cross-conveyor version will keep single batch outputs in
sequence for applications such as photos and coupons. The flexibility of the DC-645 programming means that
all configurations are simple to set up and easy to adjust to suit customer requirements.
New Product Launches
DSF-5000 High Speed Dynamic Sheet Feeder
An addition to the Duplo dynamic sheet feeder family and next-level option to the established DSF-2000,
Duplo’ s new DSF-5000 modular high speed, production level feeder offers a number of enhanced benefits to
give greater productivity for near-line finishing and bookletmaking solutions.
Responding to the needs of both the colour market as well as the higher volume black & white cut sheet
markets, the DSF-5000 can support the printed output of multiple printers without compromising print
production and offers high speed, reliable feeding of a variety of substrates with both ultrasonic double and
optical double detection for improved accuracy and reduced waste by preventing the processing of incorrect
sets.
In addition, its Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) and barcode readers offer greater versatility in handling
variable and personalised print finishing.
The new belt suction feeder, integral buffer and enhanced sheet separation facilities enables consistent and
reliable feeding of a variety of substrates at high speeds. The DSF-5000 can feed up to 400 sheets per minute,
which is fed from a 610mm high capacity pallet style paper tray. Operators also benefit from automated job set
up and changeover, as well as an intuitive, user-friendly PC interface.
To demonstrate the versatility of the DSF-5000, Duplo is showcasing the Digital System 5000 Pro
bookletmaking line incorporating two DSF-5000 sheet feeders in a tandem configuration as well as a new
twin bin Cover Feeder, a DBM-500 Bookletmaker and Trimmer.
The benefits of Duplo’s modular approach allow printers to add to the system as and when their requirements
change. As a result, a solution might incorporate one DSF-5000 for high capacity feed stock or an extra
DSF-5000 – a tandem system for maximising productivity as one DSF-5000 could be running while another is
re-loaded. Cover stocks could be placed in this second unit, or in the new twin-bin Cover Feed module.
The DSF-5000 can also be combined with Duplo’s versatile SCC slit, cut, crease module to the configuration,
which deals with issues of trimming off full bleed print as well as managing digital print cracking problems.
PUR DuBinder
In response to customers’ demand, at drupa, Duplo is extending its single clamp fully automatic DuBinder range
by adding a PUR version, making it ideal for short to medium run perfect bound books printed digitally or on
coated stocks. PUR binding provides an extremely secure result with its high pull-strength ensuring that each
page is firmly bound and can be opened flat without any risk of pages becoming detached.
The closed tank system offers huge cost and productivity benefits compared to open-tank systems, as it does
not require draining after each session which incurs wasted material and downtime. Just like Duplo’s standard-
adhesive DPB500 DuBinder, it runs at cycling speeds of up to 525 books an hour, and is capable of binding a
wide range of materials with a maximum booklet size of 360 x 320mm and minimum size of 120 x 120mm. Cover
sheet sizes range from 360 x 696mm and 120 x 250mm.
The versatility of the fully automated DuBinder results in a reduction in set-up times and costs, making it perfect
for short run and variable print, whilst its high capacity book production speeds make it equally suitable for
longer runs. One of the machine’s key attributes is its easy-to-use integrated touch-screen controls, which
facilitates a 35 second set-up between programmes, resulting in a book-bound quality finish with minimal
operator skills.
DBM 350/T Mid-Range Bookletmaker
Duplo is also using drupa to introduce a new fully-automatic mid-range bookletmaker/trimmer which fits
between Duplo’s established low-end bookletmaker DBM-120/T and its high-end counterpart the
DBM-500/T and as such provides an alternative according to production requirements and budgetary needs.
Offering stitching heads, speeds of up to 3,000 books an hour, and fully automated set-up, the DBM-350/T is
an extremely productive and professional solution. The flexible bookletmaker easily accommodates a range of
on-demand applications such as CD and DVD covers through to A4 and A3 booklets of up to 80 pages.
The ability of the DBM-350/T to handle set-by-set and sheet-by-sheet output with equal ease means that it can
be connected to Duplo’s collating systems or dynamic sheet feeders, making it ideal for printers making the
transition from offset to digital, allowing them to incorporate colour content and variable data into their finishing
solutions.
Ultra 205A UV Coater
drupa will also see Duplo International introduce its fully automatic and user-friendly Ultra 205A UV Coater with
optional SF-205A Feeder. Delivering variable speeds of between 9m to 36.5m per minute, the Ultra 205A
cost-effectively adds high quality, glossy sheen, matte and satin finishes to an array of offset and digitally
printed documents up to 521mm in width. The Ultra 205A ensures overall quality of printed output is increased
as more vibrancy and richness is added to colours and hues, while ensuring protection from scratching and
fingerprints. This makes the Ultra 205A perfectly suited to applications such as book covers, calendars, business
cards, brochures, posters and mailers.
In addition, the compact Ultra 205A UV Coater enables easy set-up and operation and features a number of
efficiency enhancing attributes. These include a large and intuitive LCD touch screen panel which, via an
innovative troubleshooting diagram, allows users to quickly make adjustments. Users also benefit from a
self-centering and self-tensioning conveyor belt which automatically readjusts to keep output media neatly
stacked.
Further efficiencies are gained thanks to the Ultra 205A’s metering roller speed adjustment which evenly
sets the level of coating required, while the built-in self cleaning system ensures post-production labour is
reduced.
UJ-500AS Anti-Static Jogger
Designed to drastically improve sheet feeding and combat common problems, such as sheets sticking together
due to static, Duplo International has launched its new UJ-500AS anti-static ionised jogger. The machine
efficiently jogs and separates sheets in paper stacks, which can then be loaded into printers, collators, folders,
cutters and more, and with a small footprint it can be used in any printing or post-printing environment.
Jogging uneven paper stacks with the UJ-500AS prior to loading in print or finishing equipment will noticeably
help eliminate feed errors, such as a miss or double feed. Furthermore, the jogger’s unique rapid speed vibration
system and ionised air-assisted blowing, effectively reduces static electricity, which is particularly common with
digitally printed sheets. It also helps prevent ink residue or set-off, aligns edges and the air blower even assists
in drying ink.
Handling paper sizes ranging from 120 x 146mm to 328 x 427mm, the UJ-500AS has a paper loading capacity
of up to 480 sheets of 80 gsm. The jogging strength and air volume is fully adjustable according to paper type
and static levels and the machine can operate under various settings, such as air only, jogger only or reset
timer operation. The jogger also incorporates a time interval mode, which continuously jogs paper stacks for a
preset period after the air has stopped.
Mini Friction Collating & Bookletmaking
As part of its new friction fed collating range, Duplo is previewing for the first time the 10-station DFC-100
and 12-station DFC-120 Mini Collators designed for the entry level market. With a host of new improved
features such as speeds of 70 sets per minute, the Mini Collators boost productivity and are ideal for smaller
print houses, In-plants and offices.
In addition, the higher stacking capacity, improved feed roller designs, neater stacking alignment and new
control panels make the Mini Collators even more productive, user-friendly and reliable. The versatile Mini
Friction Collators can also be linked to a second tower to make a 20 station or 24 station model as well as a
Duplo DBM-120/T Dynamic Bookletmaker to enable full inline bookletmaking for added value finishing.
Versatility and Modularity at drupa 2008
Concludes Sally Dobinson, head of product marketing at Duplo International: “We’re delighted with our wide
range of new product innovations and look forward to demonstrating their versatility and modularity at drupa.
While digital technology will shape the future of print, offset is here to stay for some time.
As a result, in today’s competitive print environments it’s crucial for printers to use equipment that is capable
of handling a mixed workload in order to stay ahead of the competition. The additions to our already wide
product portfolio mean that customers can choose the right tool for the right job to maximise productivity whilst
minimising cost and investment.”
Duplo USA Showcases Newest Digital Print Finishing Solutions at
ON DEMAND 2008
Santa Ana, CA – March 4, 2008 - ON DEMAND 2008 will serve as the venue for several key digital print
finishing product showcases for Duplo USA. Featuring its broad range of innovative and versatile finishing
solutions which cater to all aspects of the traditional offset and digital markets as well as highlighting its latest
digital printing systems, Duplo will introduce several newly released products such as the Ultra 205A UV Coater,
DC-445 Creaser, and DP-C110 Digital Printing System. Attendees will also have the opportunity to preview
Duplo’s DSF-5000 High Speed Sheet Feeder and extensive product line-up running live applications in its
booth (#616) as well as in its partner booths of Xerox, Canon USA, and HP.
Si Nguyen, product marketing director at Duplo USA says, “As digital print finishing needs continue to grow, we
are excited to demonstrate several of our new finishing solutions which increase productivity, profitability, and
greatly enhance overall workflow production. Digital print finishing and workflow automation are the core focuses
of our latest offerings and ON DEMAND will give us the opportunity to show how productivity and output can be
optimized through our innovative and leading edge digital print finishing solutions.”
Duplo will also feature the SCC (Slitter/Cutter/Creaser) equipped DSF-2000 Near-line Bookletmaking System
with ASM-500 squareback finisher, DF-1000 Air-Suction Folder in-line with a DT-900 Tabber, DPB-500 Fully
Automatic Perfect Binder, DC-645 and DC-615 Digital Color Document Finishers, UAS-400 Photo Album System,
as well as its flagship System 5000.
Debut Of New DP-C115 Duplicator Tops Duplo’s Range Of Digital
Printing Systems At Graph Expo 2007
Duplo USA has extended its range of digital printing systems with the debut of the new DP-C115 desktop
duplicator at Graph Expo. Capable of running at 130 pages per minute, the new duplicator offers a high quality
output and a cost-effective alternative for any organization with tight budget constraints. With a resolution of
300 x 300 dpi, the DP-C115 is an ideal all-around duplicator fit for text heavy work or image printing and can be
used when producing jobs such as newsletters, corporate stationery, direct mail/flyers and instruction sheets.
Also on display at Graph Expo will be the higher end DP-S550 and the DP-S850 models.
The new DP-C115 model offers greater automation with a built-in automatic document feeder which allows for
stacking and feeding multiple originals without operator attendance. With a 500 sheet feeder capacity, the
machine will continue to run until the paper needs re-loading. The DP-C115 also includes the unique Automatic
Master Ejection System which facilitates the removal of masters in a clean and easy fashion.
Si Nguyen, product marketing manager at Duplo USA Corporation comments: "Our new desktop duplicator
DP-C115 is extremely economical, and offers low cost, high quality, fast printing at the touch of a button and we
are happy to be unveiling this new digital printing system here at Graph Expo."
The DP-C115 prints multiple colors by simply changing the ink color via the cylinder unit exchange. Unlimited
custom colors are also available. In addition, the new LCD user control panel makes it is easy to navigate the
machine and customize the settings for optimal results. A standard feature of the DP-C115 is also the ease of
printing via the computer interface, which enables job transmission without having to leave your desk.
Completing Duplo’s Digital Printing Systems on display at Graph Expo include the DP-S850 and DP-S550 models.
The DP-S models offer high definition imaging as a result of new thermal head and master material working in
tandem with a high density black ink. These duplicators deliver high quality halftones and solids. With a
resolution of 600 x 600 dpi, the DP-S850 is ideal for high quality photographic work, while the DP-S550 model,
with resolutions of 300 x 600 dpi, is the perfect print solution for text-heavy work.
Continues Si Nguyen: "Our new dynamic duplicator models are more economical, quicker and easier to set up
than offset presses and excel over traditional photocopying methods during job runs between 30 and 5,000
copies. At an affordable price, the profit margins for commercial printers, no matter how small, are huge and with
a set up time of just 30 seconds, the duplicators boost productivity in print rooms and copy shops enormously.
The DP-S Series is also one of the most energy efficient printer/copier lines on the market and has the potential
to save the owner up to 90% of their energy bill compared to running a toner-based device."
The machines print one color at a the time but changeover takes less than 30 seconds and with 12 standard
colors available, plus a matching service, users can select corporate or brand colors as required. The new LCD
user control panel makes it easy to navigate the machine and customize the settings for optimal results. The
DP-S models also use the faster and more widely available USB type interface, making them fully compatible
with PCs and Macs.
Once switched on, the DP-S Duplicators can print instantly onto a range of stocks from cards, envelopes,
uncoated paper and non-carbon paper at weights of 50 - 210gsm; while achieving 150 pages per minute.
Other features include a custom multi-up print mode and a preview function allowing users to check the print on
the screen before commencing the run. Additionally, the DP-S850 Duplicator can automatically detect paper
size to ensure the master is cut correctly, resulting in less wastage.
Duplo Debuts The New Dc-445 Creaser And Demonstrates The Dc-615
Digital Color Document Finisher
On its booth (#3822) at Graph Expo 2007, Duplo USA is debuting the automatic DC-445 Creaser, the latest
addition to its range of digital color document finishers. Also on display is the DC-615 which is capable of slitting,
cutting and creasing digitally printed sheets in one single pass.
The DC-445 Creaser is a fully automatic solution which can process up to 15 creases in one pass at speeds
of up to 50 sheets per minute. The unit also has a feed capacity of up to 100 mm and can handle a wide variety
of substrates, including UV coated paper, and paper weights of between 100 - 350 gsm (24lb. Bond - 130lb. cover).
Standard features on the DC-445 Creaser include a simple three-step adjustable creasing depth, which can be
optimized according to paper type and weight, extended feed and receiving trays and user-friendly LCD display.
Optional modular features that can be easily included into the Creaser unit include an Air Knife to increase feed
consistency and reduce static, an Ultrasonic Double Detection Sensor to detect double feeding as well as
Center Slitters and Perforator Wheels.
Si Nguyen, product marketing manager at Duplo USA says, "This is a great addition to our range of Digital Color
Document Finishers which includes the top of the line DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser for high volume digital print
finishing and the new DC-615 model."
"The new DC-445 Creaser delivers a range of creasing solutions for creative finishing of a range of promotional
and direct mail items such as flyers and brochures, as well as a number of optional functions such as perforating
and cutting, which makes it an extremely versatile solution."
Also on display at Graph Expo 2007 will be the Duplo DC-615, designed specifically to meet the increasing
demands of shorter run digital color print. The DC-615 provides a multi-functional finishing solution in one compact,
easy to use package combining the functions of slitting, cutting and creasing digitally printed sheets in one single
pass. In addition, it delivers efficient output with minimum operator intervention, resulting in a reduction in waste
and production costs.
Capable of handling heavier substrates up to 300 gsm and a wide variety of sheet sizes, the DC-615 offers an
intelligent and intuitively useable solution suited to a range of finishing applications such as business cards,
postcards, greeting cards, photo books, and much more.
Comments Si Nguyen, product marketing manager at Duplo USA: "There has been a significant increase in the
number of printers producing medium volume digital color print and we are aware that they needed a versatile
finishing solution to meet their needs. We have also seen greater demand for a compact, multi-functional digital
finishing solution in the photo book market and the DC-615 is just the right product to handle the finishing
requirements for this growing sector."
In addition to delivering an accurate, professional finish the DC-615 has a large operator screen which allows
the operator to quickly access and review up to 80 memorized jobs at the touch of a button without having to
re-enter any information. An option that has proven very popular with users of the DC-645 is the user-friendly Job
Creator software which allows even untrained staff to easily set-up a job via a PC or Mac.
The DC-615 comes equipped with standard features such as image skew adjustment and adjustable creasing
depth. Six slitting tools, one knife, and one creaser are also joined in this model by a new ‘air-knife’ designed to
overcome static, improve feeding and reduce image marking on delicate stock.
Additional new features incorporated in the DC-615 include a mechanism which is automatically positioned to
deliver waste from gutter cuts directly into the waste bin instead of out on the delivery tray which helps to reduce
paper jams and operator cleaning tasks. The receiving tray is also easily adjusted to allow for neat stacking of
small items such as business cards or postcards.
Optional features for the DC-615 include a CCD scanner and ultrasonic double feed detector. The CCD
recognizes the true position of the image on the sheet to compensate for image shifting and can also recognize
the job by reading a barcode and will then upload the correct settings from memory and process the sheet to
the intended finish without operator intervention. The ultrasonic double feed detector reduces waste by detecting
any double feeding and automatically stops the machine and displays an error message.
Continues Si Nguyen: "The DC-615 is the ideal machine for printers who don’t have the budget or space for the
DC-645. Its compact multi-function design and uncomplicated operation means that it’s a perfect solution for
printers looking for a versatile finishing system that allows them to expand the possible applications they can offer
to their customers."
Duplo Introduces The New Dc-615 Extending Its Range Of Digital Color
Document Finishers
Duplo USA has extended the range of its successful Digital Color Document Finishers, with the introduction of
the new DC-615. Developed specifically to meet the increasing demands of shorter run digital color print, the
versatile DC-615 provides a multi-functional finishing solution in one compact, easy-to-use package. Slitting,
cutting and creasing digitally printed sheets in one pass, the DC-615 delivers efficient output with minimum
operator intervention, resulting in a reduction of waste and production costs.
Replacing the popular DC-545HCEX model, the new DC-615 is being offered at a lower base-model price and
can then be customized to each owner’s individual needs to include optional modules never before offered for
the previous DC-545HCEX such as ultra-sonic double detection, Job Creator software, and a business card
stacker. Capable of handling heavier substrates up to 300 gsm and a wide variety of sheet sizes, the DC-615 is
ideal for business cards, postcards, greeting cards, photo books, and much more. The higher volume DC-645
Production Color Finisher remains as a next-level option for those customers who require a higher duty cycle,
heavier substrates, and larger sheet sizes.
Comments Si Nguyen, product marketing manager at Duplo USA: "There has been a significant increase in the
number of printers producing medium volume digital color print and we are aware that they needed a versatile
finishing solution to meet their needs. We have also seen greater demand for a compact, multi-functional digital
finishing solution in the photo book market and the DC-615 is just the right product to handle the finishing
requirements for this growing sector."
In addition to delivering an accurate, professional finish the DC-615 has a large operator screen which allows
the operator to quickly access and review up to 80 memorized jobs at the touch of a button without having to
re-enter any information. An option that has proven very popular with users of the DC-645 is the user-friendly
Job Creator software which allows even untrained staff to easily set-up a job via a PC or Mac.
The DC-615 comes equipped with standard features such as image skew adjustment and adjustable creasing
depth. Six slitting tools, one knife, and one creaser are also joined in this model by a new ‘air-knife’ designed to
overcome static, improve feeding and reduce image marking on delicate stock. Additional new features
incorporated in the DC-615 include a mechanism which is automatically positioned to deliver waste from gutter
cuts directly into the waste bin instead of out on the delivery tray which helps to reduce paper jams and operator
cleaning tasks. The receiving tray is also easily adjusted to allow for neat stacking of small items such as
business cards or postcards.
Optional features for the DC-615 include a CCD scanner and ultrasonic double feed detector. The CCD
recognizes the true position of the image on the sheet to compensate for image shifting and can also recognize
the job by reading a barcode and will then upload the correct settings from memory and process the sheet to
the intended finish without operator intervention. The ultrasonic double feed detector reduces waste by detecting
any double feeding and automatically stops the machine and displays an error message.
Continues Si Nguyen: "The DC-615 is the ideal machine for printers who don’t have the budget or space for
the DC-645. Its compact multi-function design and uncomplicated operation means that it’s a perfect solution
for printers looking for a versatile finishing system that allows them to expand the possible applications they can
offer to their customers."
Duplo Previews New DSF-5000 High Speed Document Sheet Feeder
At Graph Expo 2007
Duplo USA is using Graph Expo 2007 to preview the DSF-5000, its new modular high speed sheet feeder and
finishing solution that can support the printed output of multiple printers without impacting on print production output.
An addition to the Duplo Document Sheet Feeder family and next-level option to the DSF-2000, the DSF-5000 is
a higher speed, production level feeder designed with a series of enhanced benefits to give greater productivity
for near-line finishing and bookletmaking solutions. The new belt suction feeder and enhanced sheet separation
facilities on the DSF-5000 enables a high speed, yet consistent and reliable feeding of a variety of substrates
such as fine quality and art coated paper, with little or no adjustment requirements when changing from one
paper type to another. Depending on the paper size, the DSF-5000 can feed up to 400 sheets per minute.
In addition, the DSF-5000 benefits from a new advanced ultrasonic double detector which improves accuracy
and reduces waste by preventing the processing of incorrect booklets and a new pallet style paper tray, capable
of holding up to 24 inches of paper, which eases the delivery of printed output from the print engine.
Adding to its versatility in handling variable data and personalized print finishing, it also offers Optical Mark
Recognition (OMR) and barcode readers supporting both one and 2D Datamatrix bar codes. Operator benefits
include automated job setup and changeover, as well as an intuitive, user-friendly PC interface.
Commenting on the introduction of the new DSF-5000 at Graph Expo, Si Nguyen, product marketing manager,
Duplo USA says, "We are delighted to be able to demonstrate the versatility and high speed output of our new
document sheet feeder on our booth (#3822) at the show. Its modular configuration and enhanced capabilities
can offer real productivity benefits to near-line finishing lines, by facilitating fast yet reliable delivery of printed output."
The new Duplo DSF-5000 high speed document sheet feeder will be available to market in January 2008.
Debut Of New DP-C115 Duplicator Tops Duplo’s Range Of Digital
Printing Systems At Graph Expo 2007
Duplo USA has extended its range of digital printing systems with the debut of the new DP-C115 desktop
duplicator at Graph Expo. Capable of running at 130 pages per minute, the new duplicator offers a high quality
output and a cost-effective alternative for any organization with tight budget constraints. With a resolution of
300 x 300 dpi, the DP-C115 is an ideal all-around duplicator fit for text heavy work or image printing and can be
used when producing jobs such as newsletters, corporate stationery, direct mail/flyers and instruction sheets.
Also on display at Graph Expo will be the higher end DP-S550 and the DP-S850 models.
The new DP-C115 model offers greater automation with a built-in automatic document feeder which allows for
stacking and feeding multiple originals without operator attendance. With a 500 sheet feeder capacity, the
machine will continue to run until the paper needs re-loading. The DP-C115 also includes the unique Automatic
Master Ejection System which facilitates the removal of masters in a clean and easy fashion.
Si Nguyen, product marketing manager at Duplo USA Corporation comments: "Our new desktop duplicator
DP-C115 is extremely economical, and offers low cost, high quality, fast printing at the touch of a button and
we are happy to be unveiling this new digital printing system here at Graph Expo."
The DP-C115 prints multiple colors by simply changing the ink color via the cylinder unit exchange. Unlimited
custom colors are also available. In addition, the new LCD user control panel makes it is easy to navigate the
machine and customize the settings for optimal results. A standard feature of the DP-C115 is also the ease of
printing via the computer interface, which enables job transmission without having to leave your desk.
Completing Duplo’s Digital Printing Systems on display at Graph Expo include the DP-S850 and DP-S550
models. The DP-S models offer high definition imaging as a result of new thermal head and master material
working in tandem with a high density black ink. These duplicators deliver high quality halftones and solids.
With a resolution of 600 x 600 dpi, the DP-S850 is ideal for high quality photographic work, while the DP-S550
model, with resolutions of 300 x 600 dpi, is the perfect print solution for text-heavy work.
Continues Si Nguyen: "Our new dynamic duplicator models are more economical, quicker and easier to set up
than offset presses and excel over traditional photocopying methods during job runs between 30 and 5,000
copies. At an affordable price, the profit margins for commercial printers, no matter how small, are huge and with
a set up time of just 30 seconds, the duplicators boost productivity in print rooms and copy shops enormously.
The DP-S Series is also one of the most energy efficient printer/copier lines on the market and has the potential
to save the owner up to 90% of their energy bill compared to running a toner-based device."
The machines print one color at a the time but changeover takes less than 30 seconds and with 12 standard
colors available, plus a matching service, users can select corporate or brand colors as required. The new LCD
user control panel makes it easy to navigate the machine and customize the settings for optimal results. The
DP-S models also use the faster and more widely available USB type interface, making them fully compatible
with PCs and Macs.
Once switched on, the DP-S Duplicators can print instantly onto a range of stocks from cards, envelopes,
uncoated paper and non-carbon paper at weights of 50 - 210gsm; while achieving 150 pages per minute.
Other features include a custom multi-up print mode and a preview function allowing users to check the print
on the screen before commencing the run. Additionally, the DP-S850 Duplicator can automatically detect paper
size to ensure the master is cut correctly, resulting in less wastage.
Duplo Introduces Upgrade For Perfect Binder Range With The New
DB-280 Perfect Binder
Duplo USA has introduced the new DB-280 Perfect Binder which brings professional quality perfect binding to
the desktop. With the ability to produce up to 200 books per hour, this user-friendly machine is ideal for short-run
and on-demand printing applications such as soft and hard cover books, notepads and strip bound books. The
DB-280 comes with additional features such as a second glue drum for improved glue penetration and greater
bind quality, case and strip binding capabilities and air vacuum dust removal as standard.
The DB-280 has a single-operator design for greater productivity. Electronic operation and a clearly marked
microprocessor control panel ensure more precise settings, and a push of one button converts the machine for
padding jobs. The DB-280’s automated binding enables operators to simply place flat sheets into the clamp,
where pages are gripped automatically and the binding process is started. A double pass over the roughening
cutter provides superior notching to ensure superb glue penetration, and a unique notching system eliminates
paper dust for cleaner operation also helped by the air vacuum dust removal system.
"With the continuing upward trend in the global book production market, we are confident that the DB-280 will
be extremely popular in a variety of different print environments. We are confident that this new addition to our
binding family will be ideal for on demand bookmaking which will allow print finishing rooms and quick printers to
expand their customer offering and therefore business opportunities," says Si Nguyen, product marketing
manager at Duplo USA Corporation. "In addition, the DB-280 also features a patented clamping and nipping
system that ensures consistent and square binds."
The DB-280 also includes a cover detection mechanism at the nipping station that assures the clamp will not
travel back to the nipping position until the cover stock is in position. Optimum operator convenience is further
ensured by the ability to preset nipping and clamping time and by a stand-by mode that allows periodic
interruptions in production while minimizing glue deterioration. A safety cover on the notching blade ensures
operator safety.
The DB-280 is capable of binding a wide range of materials with a maximum booklet size of 320 x 400mm and
minimum size of 80mm x 50mm. It has a maximum binding thickness of 40mm.
Duplo USA Unveils Newest Digital Print Finishing Solutions at On
Demand 2007
Santa Ana, CA - March 26, 2007 - At On Demand 2007, Duplo USA will showcase a broad range of its digital
print finishing solutions which cater to the needs of the print on demand market. Attendees will preview Duplo’s
extensive product line-up running live applications in its booth (#400) as well as in its partner booths of Canon
USA and HP.
Show Highlights
On Demand will set the stage for the U.S. debut of Duplo’s new DC-615 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser as well as
showcase the newly launched high production DPB-500 Perfect Binder, UJ-500AS Anti-Static Air Jogger, Ultra
14 UV Coater, and MR-720 PUR Perfect Binder. Demonstrating start to finish JDF workflow, live applications
will also be shown on the JDF-enabled DC-645 Digital Production Color Finisher linked to a Xerox DocuColor
260 printer via OAI’s Symbio production workflow software.
Si Nguyen, product marketing director at Duplo USA says, "Digital print finishing and workflow automation is the
core focus of Duplo’s latest product offerings. The growing recognition within the industry of just how much the
finishing process can increase productivity, profitability, and the significant role it plays within the overall production
workflow enables us to demonstrate at On Demand how productivity and output can be optimized through our
innovative and leading edge finishing solutions."
Duplo will also feature the SCC (Slitter/Cutter/Creaser) equipped DSF-2000 Near-line Bookletmaking System
with ASM-500 ‘squareback’ finisher, DF-1000 Air-Suction Folder, DT-900 Inline Fold and Tab System, its flagship
System 5000, DP-S850 Duplicator, the new Docucate Copier/MFP line, and much more.
DC-615 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser
Making On Demand the platform for its official U.S. debut, the new DC-615 produces professional quality, full-
bleed documents by slitting, cutting, and creasing digitally printed documents in a single pass. It has the ability to
read printed images and automatically adjust and compensate for the common problem of image shift. It slits,
cuts, and creases documents Collators Bookletmakers Sheet Feeders Trimmers Cutters Perfect Binders Folders
Digital Duplicators Bursters in precisely the right place around the image every time, reducing waste and ensuring
high quality and optimum productivity. Replacing the popular DC-545HCEX, Duplo is offering the DC-615 at a
lower base-model price which can then be customized to each owner’s individual needs to include options never
before offered for the DC-545HCEX such as air-knife assist, ultrasonic double detection, Job Creator software,
nd a business card stacker. The DC-615 can also manage heavier substrates (up to 300 gsm) and a wide variety
of sheet sizes and is ideal for business cards, postcards, photographs, and much more. The successful DC-645
model remains as a next-level option for those customers who require a higher duty cycle, heavier substrates and
larger sheet sizes.
DC-645 Slitter/Cutter/Creaser Incorporating JDF Workflow
Like the DC-615, the heavy-duty DC-645 combines slitting, cutting, and creasing in one product so applications
requiring these three functions are handled in a single pass. With a heavier duty cycle and the ability to manage
heavier substrates (up to 350 gsm) and larger sheet sizes, the DC-645 has the first and only ultrasonic double
detection sensor in the market, a reject tray, and is capable of cutting full-bleed, 30-up business cards on a 14"
x 20" sheet size with an optional business card module. With a state-of-the-art user interface, the DC-645 has
been specifically developed to support the JDF industry standard.
Visitors to the Duplo booth will see the JDF compatible DC-645 being driven by OASymbio software, a revolutionary
and competitive end-to-end suite of production management tools, which enables even small-to-medium sized
printers to embrace a fully automated JDF workflow environment. The DC-645 will be used in conjunction with
a Xerox DocuColor 260 printer on the booth, to show the JDF workflow, from conception to completion.
Si Nguyen says, "The on-stand demonstrations are designed to introduce printers to the profit saving features
and opportunities brought to the industry by JDF and UP3i (Universal Printer Preand Post- Processing Interface),
which lie at the heart of automated printing."
"Ultimately a print line incorporating JDF from start to finish will dramatically cut both production costs and set
up times for the printer. Only limited manual intervention is required to run the entire print line, making it easy for
even the most inexperienced employee to successfully manage the print run."
DPB-500 Perfect Binder
Collators Bookletmakers Sheet Feeders Trimmers Cutters Perfect Binders Folders Digital Duplicators Bursters
Designed for the print on demand market, the fully-automatic, single-clamp DPB-500 produces a strong bind and
quality results. Successfully handling output from both offset and digital devices at speeds of up to 500 cycles
per hour, the DPB-500 creates a sleek and professional look on a wide range of applications including books,
directories, manuals, magazines, and much more. One of the machine’s key attributes is its easy-to-use integrated
controls, which facilitate a book-bound quality with minimal operator skills. It offers state-of-the-art automation,
which in turn leads to a reduction in set-up time and costs, making it perfect for short run and variable print. The
DPB-500 can also be programmed to automatically perform changeovers for different book thicknesses and is
equipped with in-line hinge scoring. Its air-vacuum feeder provides smooth and accurate delivery of the cover
to each book every time while cover creasing ensures a professionally presented document. As well as offering
economical and efficient short runs, the DPB-500’s highly productive cycle speed makes it suitable for longer run
lengths.
"We predict that the DPB-500 will be an extremely popular choice for a variety of different print environments,
in particular medium volume offset printers, the print-on-demand sector, highvolume in-plant printers, government
departments and trade finishing houses," comments Mr. Nguyen. "With the DPB-500, we are confident that we
are offering the market one of the most advanced, fully-automated perfect binding systems that provides as
standard, all the features customers are looking for, and that is fully adaptable to meet the needs of both offset,
digital, and hybrid print environments," he adds.
UJ-500AS Anti-Static Air Jogger
The UJ-500AS Anti-Static Air Jogger is the perfect companion to printing and post-printing equipment as it
efficiently jogs paper stacks and reduces static electricity on documents loaded into collators, folders, cutters,
and much more. Prior to loading into a printer or collator, jogging paper stacks with the UJ-500AS noticeably
reduces paper feed errors such as miss and double feed. A unique vibration system and ionized air-assisted
blowing effectively reduces static electricity and ink residue or set-off, while efficiently jogging paper, aligning
edges and quickly drying wet ink. Jogging strength and air volume are adjustable according to paper quantity
and quality and the UJ-500AS can operate in various settings such as air only, jogger only, reset timer operation,
and a time interval difference mode which continuously jogs stacks for a preset period after the air has stopped.
With a small footprint and easily portable, the UJ-500AS is deal for any printing or post-printing work environment.
Ultra 14 UV Coater
Collators Bookletmakers Sheet Feeders Trimmers Cutters Perfect Binders Folders Digital Duplicators Bursters
The Ultra 14 UV Document Coater adds significant value to any digitally printed or offset document by giving it
a glossy and more vibrant appearance instantly. Documents coated with the Ultra 14 are more durable, scratch-
resistant, and fingerprint-proof. Ideal for applications such as brochures, postcards, business cards, book covers,
posters, and much more, the Ultra 14 provides instantaneous coating and has double-sided coating capabilities.
User-friendly controls and features which include dual emergency stop buttons, interlocking safety switches, and
a fire sensor ensure optimum operator safety and efficiency. An optional AF-14 Air Feeder handles up to 14" x 20"
paper size, 12 pt. stock, and has a generous 4" paper loading capacity.
DP-S850 Digital Printing System
With a smaller footprint and debuting new masters and ink for superior image quality, Duplo’s DP-S850 has been
engineered to be faster, easier to use and less expensive to operate. At speeds up to 150 ppm, this 600 x 600
dpi digital printer can handle paper stocks up to 110 lb. index and has an 11" x 17" image area, 1,200 sheet
feed/receive capacity, optional 75-sheet ADF, document memory and dozens of other features which make it
the most productive duplicator in its class. The DP-S850 is also extremely network friendly, allowing for easy plug
and play printing on demand.
Docucate CD-2501N Color Copier/MFP
From Start to Finish has always been the motto of Duplo and to round out its full line of equipment, Duplo has
recently made its entrance into the copier/MFP market by introducing its Docucate brand. The Multifunction
Docucate CD-2501N color copier is a reliable, feature-rich black and white MFP that produces brilliant, low cost
color all-in-one. With its superior image quality and advanced functionality, it is considered the perfect fit for the
medium-sized office or work group environment. It comes standard with black and white printing, color printing,
network scanning, and has options that include a Super G3 Fax Kit, Postscript 3 Expansion Kit and Internet
Fax Kit. With a small footprint, the CD-2501N saves valuable office space, yet at a robust 25 ppm for both
black & white and color output, along with additional labor saving features, its productivity is considered a notch
above other MFPs in its class.
Duplo USA to Show a Variety of Printing and Finishing Equipment at
Graphics of the Americas 2005
Santa Ana, CA - January 21, 2005 - Duplo USA will show its latest finishing equipment in booth #149 at
Graphics of the Americas in Miami, Florida February 4 - 6, 2005. Featured at the Duplo USA booth will be a
variety of equipment ranging from tabletop folders to heavy-duty collating and bookletmaking systems.
"Duplo has been attending Graphics of the Americas for over ten years, so we feel this is an important show
for Duplo and the Latin American market. We’re excited to present show attendees with finishing and digital
duplicating systems that will truly satisfy their needs for cost-effective, productive solutions," said Duplo
tradeshow coordinator Katherine Chen.
System 5000 Collating and Bookletmaking System
Duplo’s most heavy-duty and top of the line finishing system produces up to 10,000 collated sets and 5,000
booklets per hour. Designed specifically for printers in need of a finishing system that accepts both offset and
digitally printed output, the System 5000 bookletmaker accepts both set by set and sheet by sheet output with
no adjustment or extra parts needed. The System 5000 includes a multitude of automated features that reduce
set up time and downtime and make changing from job to job simple for novice operators.
DP-205 Tabletop Digital Duplicator
The DP-205 was designed to satisfy the Latin American market. This compact machine offers low cost, high
quality, and fast printing at the touch of a button. Speed and quality is not compromised as this easy to use
digital duplicator prints up to 120 pages per minute and crisp 300 x 300 dpi images. Unlimited custom colors
are available for spot color applications. The DP-205 is ideal for any business or organization seeking a fast,
cost-effective printing solution.
DF-920 Sound Reduced Automatic Folder
Duplo’s DF-920 fully automatic tabletop folder features six popular pre-programmed folds and a multitude of
custom folds at speeds up to 280 sheets per minute. Unique sound absorbers ensure quiet operation for any
business environment. The DF-920 automatically recognizes five popular paper sizes and features a 500-sheet
capacity automatic elevating feed tray. The patented feed system ensures reliable feeding and accurate folds
for a wide range of paper sizes, weights, and stocks. A batch mode allows the operator to input the exact
number of sheets to be folded in each batch and select between a 3-, 5-, or 10-second delay in between each
batch.
DC-545HC Slitter/Cutter/Creaser
The DC-545HC is a versatile finishing solution for the short-run on-demand market that automatically slits, cuts,
and creases a document in a single pass. The DC-545HC removes unattractive white borders left by digital
printers and avoids cracked spines with the special creasing unit. The DC-545HC features a barcode reader
that enables the system to recall pre-programmed jobs, thus automatically providing up to six slits, ten cuts,
and four creases in a single pass. The registration mark recognition feature compensates for the common
problem of image shift and eighty memory settings allow instant access to a multitude of commonly used jobs.
Achieve professional quality, full bleed business cards, greeting cards, invitations, brochures, catalogs,
posters, book covers, photographs and more.
DB-250 Desktop Perfect Binder
Duplo’s user-friendly DB-250 brings professional perfect binding to your desktop. Producing up to 200 books
per hour, the automated DB-250 is ideal for short-run and on-demand applications. Simply place flat sheets into
the clamp where pages are gripped automatically and sent over the roughening cutter for a double pass to
ensure superior notching and glue penetration for a secure bind. With a quick push of a button, the DB-250
converts to the padding function for perfectly bound notepads.
From printing to finishing systems, Duplo is the only manufacturer dedicated to the production of a complete
line of on-demand solutions. Duplo maintains its commitment to providing the finest off-line, near-line, and in-line
finishing systems, as well as an assortment of digital duplicators and high-quality tabletop office equipment.
Please contact Duplo USA Corporation 800-255-1933 for additional information.
