CHICAGO -- Customers in the commercial printing, data print and publishing markets will soon benefit from the increased speed and burst capacity capabilities delivered by the KODAK DIGIMASTER EX300 Digital Production System. Available in September, the EX300 provides a new level of dependable black and white production power to environments where turnaround time, productivity and consistent quality are critical.

The KODAK DIGIMASTER EX300 Digital Production System is a new addition to the highly successful DIGIMASTER family. With exceptional dependability, the EX300 is the fastest cut sheet black and white electrophotographic printer on the market, printing at a rate of 18,000 images per hour (A4). This high performance printer also delivers consistent, reliable high image quality that helps customers differentiate themselves in the market and increase profitability. To help customers leverage their existing investment, current users of DIGIMASTER EX or E-Series printers have the option to easily upgrade to the EX300 by adding the KODAK DIGIMASTER Productivity Module. The EX300 is targeted for applications including print on demand materials, direct mail, transactional documents, books and manuals.

"The DIGIMASTER EX300 reaffirms Kodak's strong commitment to our DIGIMASTER portfolio and delivering the most advanced solutions possible to our customers," said Kevin Joyce, Worldwide Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Digital Printing Solutions, Kodak. "The EX300 provides unmatched productivity for fast turnaround and makes our customers more efficient and competitive."

The DIGIMASTER Series, including the EX300, also features expanded finishing capability with the choice of the Watkiss SpineMaster and PowerSquare 200 Booklet Maker. These devices produce professional looking booklets ranging in size from eight to 200 pages and enable print providers to produce booklets with square backs and print the document's title or other information on the spine.

The DIGIMASTER EX300 System connects to the KODAK PRINERGY Workflow System by utilizing enhancements in KODAK SMARTBOARD Document Mastering Software, where full job ticketing and bidirectional job and print engine status are supported.

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KODAK Products are backed by KODAK Service and Support.KODAK Service and Support is made up of more than 3,000 professionals reaching more than 120 countries. It is a leading multi-vendor integrated services provider, delivering consulting, installation, maintenance and support services for the commercial printing, graphic communications, document imaging and data storage industries. KODAK Service and Support professionals are uniquely qualified to provide services that control costs, maximize productivity, and minimize business risk.