Tewksbury, Massachusetts – ECRM today announced the release of RIP v8.3. Powered by the latest Harlequin RIP technology, ECRM's RIP 8.3 is specifically engineered to harness the production and workflow attributes of Apple's new Snow Leopard (10.6.x) operating system, as well as Microsoft's Window 7. In addition, RIP 8.3 will also support the newly announced ECRM DM Screening (digitally modulated screening algorithms) in production environments. The new RIP version is scheduled to be available through ECRM and their worldwide dealer network beginning October 1, 2010.

ECRM Quote
"The battle between platforms in the graphic arts industry continues to rage on," notes John Marzec, ECRM Director of Product Management. "At ECRM, our goal is to provide a platform neutral interface which improves operator efficiency with our software tools, ensuring our users' workflow success. Our new 8.3 RIP will enable Apple and Windows users integration of Harlequin's latest RIPing technology, as well as DM Screening in ECRM's RIP solutions."

Availability
Upgrades for current 8.1 users to v8.3 are scheduled to cost less than $250. Users purchasing RIPmate Plus, WorkMates or DM Screening modules will receive a free upgrade to RIP 8.3. Additional savings are available to users via the recently announced ECRM Coupon Redemption Campaign announced earlier this month and available at the ECRM website.