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Prepress software and services that help your work flow

Compose Raster Print Station

Installers and plugins for the Compose Systems Raster Print Station TIFF Shooter.

PPDs

PPDs and RIP Input drivers

StudioRIP

Some useful documents and downloads are provided below, but for a comprehensive archive of StudioRIP installers please click here

Harlequin RIP Crop Marks Editor – FREE

Years ago we produced this little utility to create Harlequin RIP Page Feature code to add crop marks and other page furniture to pages RIPed through the Harlequin RIP. It still seems to work today so we thought we’d share it for free in case it was useful to anyone else. To use the application,

Prepress Spooler with Kodak XPO Converter – £345

Prepress Spooler is a configurable hot folder-based workflow tool designed to collect files for processing and conversion. The primary function of Prepress Spooler is to convert standard workflow TIFF separations into TIFF separations compatible with Kodak output software, such as the Xpo output console, eliminating the need to purchase the open TIFF license from Kodak.

Size and Position Editor – FREE

Generates Harlequin RIP Page Features for use in the RIP, enabling the creation of fixed size output and precise positioning of your artwork within that area. This functionality is commonly utilised for producing plate-sized images, and setting the grip side and grip distance. This tool is available for free download and is compatible with any

Application Supervisor – FREE

This open-source Windows application can be used to automatically restart monitored applications in the event they unexpectedly close. Application Supervisor allows users to monitor multiple applications, ensuring they remain operational. In the event any monitored application terminates, Supervisor will automatically restart it and optionally send an email alert so you can investigate the cause of

Harlequin RIP Upgrades

Aldridge Solutions offers upgrades for any brand of Harlequin RIP to the latest version of Xitron Navigator Harlequin RIP and workflow systems. Upgrades are available for Harlequin RIPs including: Click here for more information on the current Harlequin RIP and Workflow solutions you could upgrade to today. Looking for installers for old version Harlequin RIPs?

Navigator Harlequin RIPs

Xitron’s Navigator RIPs excel in performance, reliability, and value, powered by the latest v14 Harlequin RIP Server. Available as a stand-alone RIP or as part of the robust Navigator PDF Workflow solution, Navigator Harlequin RIP features a native interpreter for PostScript 3® and PDF, ensuring full compatibility with the all popular software packages in the

Navigator GPS Workflow

Navigator GPS Workflows are efficient solutions for printers seeking a reliable RIP with the capability to control and preview jobs from multiple desktops on the network. Based on Harlequin RIP Server technology, Navigator Workflow is user-friendly, powerful, and compatible with hundreds of output devices. Powered by the Navigator Harlequin RIP for precise native interpretation and