Cheltenham, Gloucestershire – VGI Europe, the sales branch of Xitron serving Europe, Africa, and Asia, announced an upgrade program with special savings of 50% for users of the HighWater Torrent and Xitron Navigator Harlequin RIP when upgrading to the latest Navigator version 8 Harlequin RIP with workflow server.

The Navigator Harlequin RIP with Navigator Workflow Server extends the capabilities of the prepress department with the:
- Latest Harlequin RIP technology
- Client access from Windows and Macintosh
- Integrated soft proofing
- Job management with virtually unlimited workflow steps
- PDF Raster for soft proofing RIPped files
- Integrated imposition with Dynagram inpO2 Basic

Xitron’s Navigator Workflow Server helps prepress operators increase productivity, manage workflow, and reduce costs. An intuitive interface allows multiple operators to manage their work from a Windows or Macintosh workstation, while directing output production through one or more Harlequin RIPs.

Optional workflow modules allow the Navigator Workflow Server to create and preflight PDFs; perform ink remapping; and support ROOM proofing to any Xitron and most third-party proofing solution. The Navigator Workflow Server also offers ink key presetting capabilities with KeySetter, a series of pressroom workflow solutions to connect the prepress department and pressroom together.

“Xitron is offering an outstanding value to the Torrent and Navigator Harlequin RIP users through VGI Europe’s network of dealers and distributors,” stated Eric Nelsen, VGI Europe Business Unit Manager. “The additional capabilities offered by the Navigator workflow allow prepress departments to be more productive and reduce common errors through automation.”

Users wishing to take advantage of these special programs should contact their local Xitron dealer or Xitron directly at www.vgieurope.com/torrent. Xitron and VGI Europe will assist users who are not already working with a dealer to find the best sales channel for their region. The special programs vary based on the version of the existing Torrent RIP and the specific production requirements of the user. This promotion is offered for orders received by 31 March 2011.

VGI Europe offers Xitron RIP and workflow solutions through its network of OEMs, distributors, dealers, and system integrators throughout Europe, Africa and the Middle East. For more information about Xitron products, available through VGI Europe, contact Sue Wood, Dealer Sales Manager at [email protected] or visit VGI Europe on the web at www.vgieurope.com.

Xitron RIPs and workflow solutions drive more than 250 different output devices ranging from black and white and color proofers to film imagesetters and the latest in CtP and direct-to-press systems. With shipments of more than 20,000 RIPs, Xitron is the largest independent provider of RIPs in the market. For more information about Xitron products, visit Xitron on the web at www.xitron.com or www.vgieurope.com.