KBA 74 Karat Eco-Friendly Printer

CDwest.ca is the audio division of Precision Disc Manufacturing Corp., and we are pleased to announce the purchase of a KBA 74 Karat 29” waterless digitally integrated offset press.

The KBA 74 Karat is considered to be one of the ‘greenest’ print presses on the planet and, while we definitely require an environmentally-friendly printer for our product line of DVD and CD eco-packaging solutions, the KBA 74 Karat also delivers very high quality print reproduction for our discerning clientele.

“We’re delighted to have been able to purchase this particular press.” states company president Paul Durnie, “It fits perfectly into our mandate for environmentally responsible technology and processes, and it’s the perfect fit for growing our print division and new ‘green’ product offerings. The press-sheet size, quick make-ready and printer speed made the 74 Karat a must-have for us.”

For a 29” printer of this calibre, the KBA 74 Karat has a very compact footprint (12’-9” long, 7’-3” wide and 7’-0” tall) and everything about this printer is designed for efficiency and user-friendliness. For example, the machine holds two cassettes of imaging plates (sufficient to print 10 jobs) which are imaged and changed automatically within the printer.

A complete job change with automated plate change, imaging and inking only takes about 15 minutes, with a maximum of just ten make-ready sheets. That’s quite amazing for an offset printer, when you think of the waste that is prevented by such efficient operation and technology.

And speaking of efficiency, the KBA 74 Karat has a maximum production speed of 10,000 sheets per hour, with waterless offset plates that can allow print-runs of up to 100,000 copies.

This press does away with paper waste, ink sludge, toxic cleaners and chemical developers that are typically associated with offset printing. Through its use of soy based inks, completely waterless printing technology, and inline aqueous coating, the KBA 74 Karat provides the highest quality eco-friendly print solutions you’ll find anywhere without sacrificing print quality one bit!

When combined with Precision Disc’s existing Indigo printers, not only does the KBA 74 Karat enhance our print production capacity and speed, the 29” press sheet also increases the number of products we can provide.

Printer features and highlights:

• Waterless offset – brilliant colour, sharp dots
• Soft reproduction of the finest gradients
• No ghosting
• Superb solids
• In-line water based (aqueous) finishing.
• Solid densities and tone reproduction to ISO 12647-1/2/3
• Make-ready: 10 sheets
• Press dimensions (L x W x H): 12’-9” x 7’-3” x 7’-0”
• Weight: 26,500 pounds
• Power: 65kVA
• Max sheet size: 29.125” x 20.5”
• Max speed: 10,000 sph (job dependent)
• Resolution: 100 dots/mm = 2,540 dpi
• RIP: Creo Brisque

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CDwest.ca provides factory-direct CD manufacturing and CD duplication along with a full range of eco-friendly print and packaging solutions.

A family-owned and locally-owned company, CDwest.ca offices and replication plant are located in Surrey, B.C. (a suburb of Vancouver) where they serve clientele throughout Canada.

CD Digipak Special Offer for September

What? September already? That means a new school year is starting, autumn is coming, and time for a new VIP Special offer! So, this month we're happy to offer up a sweet deal on our ever-popular CD Digipak products.

Place your order in September for any of our standard 4 panel CD Digipak styles and upgrade to one of our standard 6 panel CD Digipak styles at NO EXTRA CHARGE!

Get an online quote right now!

• Upgrade our 4 panel CS1000 Digipak to our 6 panel CS1020
• Upgrade our 4 panel CS1005 Digipak to our 6 panel CS1026
• Upgrade our 4 panel CS1015 Digipak to our 6 panel CS1025

When you work with CDwest.ca you are actually dealing with the people who manufacture, print and package your CDs... in fact we're the only replication facility in Western Canada.

Top Quality: One of the biggest concerns about printed cardboard packaging styles is how rigid and durable they will be. At CDwest.ca we use 15pt boardstock to provide a quality, rigid and durable product. Do not settle for flimsy materials that other suppliers will provide.

Eco-Friendly: At CDwest.ca we have chosen the right tools, materials and procedures to provide the most environmentally friendly and sustainable products possible. Not only do we use 100% recycled and FSC certified boardstock for our Digipaks, we also use waterless printing technology that requires virtually zero make-ready materials.

Recycling Program: Another reason we're a front-runner with eco-friendly solutions - did you know that we also provide a CD recycling program for your unwanted discs and plastic cases?

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Choose CDwest.ca for factory-direct CD manufacturing, CD duplication along with eco-friendly print and packaging solutions. As the only replication plant in Western Canada, CDwest.ca ships daily to clients throughout the country from our facilities in Surrey, B.C. (a suburb of Vancouver).
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June Special Offer for CDs in Jewel Cases

At CDwest.ca we've been spending a lot of time and attention on our eco-friendly CD packaging alternatives such as eco CD sleeves and CD digi-pack.

Despite that, there's still no shortage of demand for CDs in Jewel Cases so June's special offer is to reflect that!

Retail Ready CDs in Jewel Cases

• Quantities of 100 and 200 units are provided with duplicated CDR media and full-colour inkjet disc print.
• Quantities of 300 and greater are provided with replicated audio CD media and your choice of either full colour CMYK offset print or four colour silkscreen print.
• Standard jewel cases with your choice of clear or black trays.
• Full-colour printed paper inserts and traycards (CMYK 4/4).
• Pre-press and one round of electronic proofs included.
• All set-ups, assembly, barcode and wrap included.

Become A VIP Member

If you would like to take advantage of June's VIP Special offer all you have to do is become a VIP Member - it's absolutely FREE and very easy to sign up. Additionally, you can unsubscribe any time you want.

Put a "Hold" On The Pricing

If you'd like to take advantage of June's VIP Special offer but you're not quite ready with your production assets, a 50% downpayment is all you need to hold the price! 

Check out June's VIP Special Offer!

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CDwest.ca provides factory-direct CD replication manufacturing and CD duplication with a wide variety of environmentally friendly print and packaging alternatives. CDs in eco-sleeves, digi-pack and jewel cases are a specialty!  Located in Surrey, B.C. (a suburb of Vancouver) we ship to clients throughout Canada daily.

Looking for factory-direct DVD replication manufacturing and DVD duplication? Visit DVDwest.ca
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Eco-Friendly CD Sleeve - October Special

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Not only does CDwest.ca have a new eco-friendly CD sleeve to announce, but we've made it our Special Product Offer for October.

We've named our new eco CD Sleeve the "CS221".  It's six panel construction, so when it's die-cut, glued and assembled it's a two-fold sleeve and features two closed pockets. This is the perfect eco-friendly packaging solution for a double-disc set, or a single disc with a printed folder or booklet insert in the second pocket.

As with all of our standard eco-friendly CD Packaging alternatives, our minimum order requirement for replicated CD or DVD discs is only 300 units.

Our Monthly Special is a fully packaged offering, which includes all set-ups, pre-press, one round of .pdf proofs, assembly, wrap and even a free barcode if you require one. The only things that aren't included in the price are applicable tax and shipping.

Need a quote for a different packaging alternative? Not a problem, we have a host of other CD Sleeve, CD Digipak and CD Jewel Case options that you can quote online from our website.
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Graphic Design for CD Packaging

Making a good first impression is always important, and it's no different for your CD or DVD project. Long before your disc ever gets played it actually gets judged on the quality and design of the CD packaging, so a professional image is very important.

If you need assistance with graphic design for your discs and CD packaging the professionals at CDwest.ca can help you.

• Standard Design Services: In many instances, our clients already know what they want their disc and packaging graphics to look like, but they don't have the ability of experience to create the design to commercial printing standards. Our answer is this: Send us your design idea, images, graphics, text and then we take it from there. Proofs are provided for your review so we can make sure you're happy with the work that's taking place. Price List for "Standard Design Services" [.PDF format]
  
• Concept & Design Services: If you don't know what you want your disc and CD packaging or DVD packaging graphics to look like, we can still help you. Our designers can consult with you and then the vision for the graphic design can be decided upon collaboratively with you. Our standard rate is $60 per hour.
  
• Content Creation: Sometimes clients don't have suitable imagery or copy for their discs and CD packaging or DVD packaging designs, but at Precision Disc we can help you with content creation and copy writing as well. Our standard rate is $60 per hour. Please contact us to discuss your specific needs.

Happy Graphic Design Clients

It's always nice to be complemented on a job well done. Here are a few recent comments from clients who came to us for graphic design assistance on their discs and CD packaging or DVD packaging:

• "Just a note to thank you very much for the great job you did on the discs and sleeves! I am more than pleased with all your work! Thanks again!" - Robert K.

• "Wowee! You're a damn genius! I love, love, love it!" - Troy K.

• "I really appreciate the great job you have done." - Rick V.

• "Everything looks good. It's a go on all fronts...Great Job." - Bill W.

• "We are good to go - looks fantastic!" - Norine B.

• "We think your artwork is FABULOUS. Better than we hoped for!" - Robert R.