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Esko releases expanded Software Platform 18.0.1

Esko has unveiled the latest update to the Esko Software Platform, which boasts a host of platform-wide updates including the availability of a macOS-supported 64-bit version of ArtPro. As well, customers with a maintenance contract are also entitled to a complimentary copy of the ArtPro+ packaging editor, which features a task-driven user interface, and offers enhanced performance and support for ArtPro-files.

The new release also features ArtPro+ action lists in Automation Engine, designed to automate time-consuming prepress tasks so operators can focus on value-added processes, Esko says. The newest version of Esko Software Platform delivers full compatibility of all plug-ins with Adobe Creative Cloud 2019, including Studio, DeskPack, and Dynamic Content.

“In a fast moving market, we need to ensure our solutions are ahead of the game,” says Geert De Proost, Director Solutions Marketing of Esko. “With that in mind, we are constantly looking to make improvements to all aspects of our software solutions. They may be large or small, but the aim is the same: we want to make sure that our customers receive the utmost in value for their investment in the Esko Software Platform and software maintenance. Our overall aim is to ensure customers have the right tools and capabilities to strengthen their efficiency and profitability.”

In another release highlight, Imaging Engine now includes In-RIP Prepare for viewing. This allows users to control the quality of ripped files on the fly, during the ripping process, Esko says, explaining that this eliminates waiting times and frees up capacity. As well, Esko says with this release ArtiosCAD users can create new variants of displays or other multi-part designs in seconds, which is ideal for sign and display customers and corrugated operations that face lots of design requests and need to offer faster times to market.