HAMILTON, Ohio, January 3, 2008-Graphics professionals using the latest larger-format digital imaging equipment can now obtain premium printing papers specially engineered for this equipment.
SMART Papers has added 25 SKUs of larger-format uncoated and coated papers for digital presses and production-rated color copiers with sizes available from 19"x13" up to 22.5"x14.33".  OEMs including Xerox, Kodak, HP Indigo, Canon and Xante have added larger press-size formats.
"This new offering is another example of our commitment to graphics professionals involved in premium digital printing," said Dan Maheu, president of SMART Papers.  SMART Papers is the largest independent North American manufacturer and marketer of premium cast coated, matte coated and uncoated printing papers.  The company also offers the widest selection of papers for digital imaging equipment in all formats.
The newest larger-format papers are in the Kromekote, Knightkote, Carnival and Pegasus brands and include new Carnival 95 IN•fusion 95-bright sheets, HP Indigo-compatible sheets in new sizes and basis weights, and expanded sizes for Xerox iGen equipment.
SMART Papers provides digital print demonstration kits that show the print quality of the Kromekote, Knightkote, Carnival and Pegasus brands.  The kits are printed on HP Indigo, Kodak NexPress, Xerox iGen3 and Xerox DocuColor digital imaging equipment.  The free kits are available by visiting www.smartpapers.com/digital.
SMART Digital papers are under the company's core brands, including Kromekote, Knightkote Matte, Carnival, Pegasus, Synergy and Genesis.  SMART Papers also offers Forest Stewardship Council-certified and 100% post-consumer waste papers, which are compatible with laser, inkjet, color copiers and other digital imaging equipment.