Kodak Prosper S10 and Kodak Prosper S5 Imprinting Systems

Kodak Prosper S10 and
Kodak Prosper S5 Imprinting Systems
Peter Piels / Ad Sies
© Kodak 2009. Kodak, Prosper and Versamark are trademarks.
The first implementation of Stream Inkjet Technology
June 18, 2009: Prosper S10 System introduced
October 15, 2009: Prosper S5 System introduced
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Prosper S10 System – Concept to Reality!
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What is the Prosper S10 System?
Offset class VDP at inkjet cost
 Next-generation, part-page
monochrome imprinting system
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4.16” (10.56 cm), 1000 fpm (305 mpm)
600 dpi
Integrate with web offset or finishing
 New printhead design, print station
and mounting options
 IJPDS controllers for maximum
productivity
 Pigmented inks for light-fastness
and permanence
 Perfect for high volume hybrid
imprinters with web offset presses
doing DM personalization
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What is the Prosper S10 System?
 Offset Class Quality
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Excellent image quality and print durability
on a wide range of commercial substrates
600 x 600 dpi
Image permanence
Darkness on glossy paper
Laser
Inkjet
 Offset Class Productivity
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Unmatched high speed,
high resolution product
1000 fpm (305 mpm)
Mounting flexibility- inline printing
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Offset Class Cost – Print More for Less
Prosper S10 System Printhead
 >1,100 A4 sheets
 $1 USD*
 Durable pigment ink
 TCO ~50% less
Typical Laser Printer
 <500 A4 sheets
 $1 USD*
 Toner can crack / scuff
 More equipment, people, cost
* 3% coverage on sheet, includes ink and
maintenance costs
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DS9000 Series
Target Environment Examples
Hybrid Printing (Offset + Variable)
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Target Applications
Hybrid Applications (Offset + Variable)
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Hybrid Applications
 Mag-alog
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Inkjet addressing,
geo-coding,
customized offer
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Hybrid Applications
 Retail/Loyalty
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Inkjet addressing,
personalized locations,
customized coupon
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Hybrid Applications
 Retail/Acquisition
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Inkjet addressing,
personalized locations,
customized coupon
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Hybrid Applications
 Travel/Loyalty
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Promotional Newsletter
Inkjet addressing
on external face
Inkjet personalization and
discounted travel offers on
the back
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What Makes the Prosper System Unique?
 High image quality
 Mounting flexibility
 Easier servicing and handling
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Automated JM insertion, replacement
 Quick disconnect features
 Designed for serviceability
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Controller Support
 Support up to 24 jetting modules with the
Kodak Versamark CS410 System Controller
 Field upgrade for Kodak Versamark
CS400 System Controller
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Supports up to 16 jetting modules
 Drives all CIJ product widths and
resolutions, in addition to Prosper
System jetting modules
 Mechanically stitch up to
4 Prosper System jetting modules
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Product Adoption Enablers
 Kodak Versamark DC3800 Printhead Carriage
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Designed by Kodak -- low cost, mounting
Available in 20” and 40” widths
Available as manual printhead positioning
Being released in 2-rail configuration
Scaleable
 3rd party tower integrators
 Upgrade path for
Kodak Versamark DS3700 System
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Prosper S-Series Imprinting Systems –
Offset Class VDP at Inkjet Cost
 Drive increased revenue and
profit margins by converting
high value laser jobs
 Up to 50% lower cost of production
 Improve supply chain efficiency
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Prosper S10 System Beta Sites
4 sites passed Beta Testing
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Prosper S10 System Beta Outcome
 Successful commercialization in June 2009 per schedule
 Performance metrics on MTBR and MTBI beyond
launch target
 >130 million images printed
 Reduced production interruption and operator intervention
 Converting laser jobs to inline hybrid printing
 Black plate replacement with Prosper S10 System for
versioned jobs
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Prosper S10 System Beta Feedback
 Higher resolution opens up new application opportunities
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Applications that require small font sizes, such as financial
Applications that require small bar codes and images
Government contract applications requiring >300 dpi resolutions
 Printing on a wider range of substrates creates more
sales opportunities
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Printing of indicia on glossy stocks for postal acceptance
 Improved efficiency
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Elimination of specific black plate changes enables batching of
versioned jobs
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Benefits of Prosper Imprinting Systems
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Expanded revenue opportunities
Improved production efficiency
Improved serviceability and efficiency
Improved sheet flatness –
less cockle and curl
 Cost/price benefits over
2-step laser alternatives
The quality you want at lower costs!
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Thank you.
© Kodak 2009. Kodak, Prosper and Versamark are trademarks.