The gift card.  The key fob. The Membership card.  If you’re a printer, chances are you read one of those items and immediately tied it back to your press and a job you do, or have done, for your customers.  The card market is a booming market for printers with the explosion of digital technology and desire for brand owners to create loyalty.  These cards and tags show up in nearly every purse, wallet, and keyring across the country (go ahead, open your wallet or purse and count how many you have).  It’s hard to find a better fit for variable data printing technology than a market that requires changing bar codes, unique identifying numbers, and personalized data!  It’s no wonder the growth of this market is accelerating at an unprecedented pace!

With all the excitement and growth that is coming from the card and tag market, many printers have also faced a serious challenge.  The typical loyalty card is built using a center core of material printed on both sides with an equally durable lamination to seal in the printing.  Few materials have held up to the rigors of producing a card and printers often have found themselves tied into a very limited range of usable materials.  This limited range has led to concerns over the “yellow” nature of cards, the ability to bond tightly to the core, and at the end of the day, many converters are struggling to find ways to continue to captivate their customers when every card is produced with the same material and construction.  Many of the largest card manufacturers have turned to Masterpiece Graphix for help and found the answer was simply…Xquisite!

You see, Masterpiece Graphix wanted to help the card market break free of the traditional method of producing loyalty cards.  We worked with some of the largest card manufacturers to tackle the challenges that they were experiencing while creating an exciting new synthetic paper designed to captivate customers who wanted more than “just another loyalty card”.  The end result of this cooperative development was Xquisite, the revolutionary new synthetic paper for the card and tag market!  The brighter white, strong lamination bond, and supreme printability deliver a synthetic material for the card market like never before.

Brighter White and Better Bond!

Xquisite was designed with the card and tag market in mind.  Working closely with our partners, we first addressed the lamination bond strength.  After all, nobody wants a peeling card!  Partnering with some of the best in the business for creating laminates and laminating equipment, MGX has created a material that laminates like nothing else.   When paired with the correct laminate, Xquisite cards have lamination pull strength exceeding 12 lbs!  Now that’s one tough card.

The next challenge was to address the color.  We live in a society that is drawn to sharp, clean, bright whites.  Look at your favorite electronic brands to see what we mean.  Traditionally, the materials used to create loyalty cards lacked the brightness and pizzazz that people expect out of high-end products. Gone are the days in which you had to settle for a dirty looking card.  Xquisite’s ultra-white appearance delivers a card that shows off your printing and leaves your customer saying “Wow!”.

Efficiency, Efficiency, Efficiency

What’s the point of creating a new card, taking the time to convert customers, and introducing new materials if it doesn’t help YOUR business?   Traditional cards required you to build a card using thick laminates, expensive materials, and slower processing.  Working with our customers, we developed products not only in the standard 10 mil range, but also in 15, 18, and 20 mil thicknesses.  Thicker core stock means thinner laminate films, lower heat required to bond, and faster run speeds through your lamination equipment.

These new gauges

1)    allow your operation to reduce the total applied cost of building a card,

2)    allow you to use thinner, cost-effective laminates, and

3)    allow you to increase your throughput by up to 30%!

Quite simply, your card production will never be the same. And will be far more profitable.

Want to learn more on how you can capture new opportunities, become more efficient, and take advantage of the latest technology to hit the card production market?  Give the experts at Masterpiece Graphix a call.  We would love to show what makes our materials truly Xquisite.

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX), the premier digital material manufacturer and treatment center, has released a new line of synthetic papers stocks to the digital print industry: Masterpiece Xquisite. The new Xquisite family of products will provide an exceptional print base for all markets and is being rolled out with four new varieties: Xquisite, XquisiteTitanium, XquisiteOnyx, and XquisitePlatinum. While the entire line was designed to address the full print market, each member of the Xquisite family was developed to tackle specific industry challenges.

So you’re in the card market, or any market for that matter, and you want something that is eye-catching, brilliant bright white, making your product outshine the rest. Xquisite, the flagship product in the new synthetic lineup, is exactly what you need. It serves to be a general purpose, multi-use synthetic paper. When combined with lamination, it fulfills the card and tag market as a rigid, brilliant bright white, economical material for the classic card application. The full Xquisite line with lamination construction replaces the traditional loyalty and ID card constructions with a brighter white, more cost-effective solution without sacrificing rigidity, print quality and lamination bond.

Beyond the card market, the brighter white, easy run-ability and superior print quality makes for a perfect option for menus, signage and a variety of other products where water and tear resistance is critical. You will find yourself asking why you didn’t get your hands on Xquisite sooner!

For applications in which additional durability and heat resistance is required, XquisiteTitanium fits the bill. Designed to tackle the toughest of projects, the improved durability, higher heat stability and chemical resistance creates the ideal material for harsh environments. It features a high chemical resistance, impact strength and its cost competitive.

XquisiteOnyx is perfect for light blocking applications such as playing cards and heavy coverage two-sided applications. XquisiteOnyx features all of the benefits of the original Xquisite with the additional benefit of being completely light blocking.

Certain applications require softer synthetic papers. Designed with a softer hand, XquisitePlatinum is perfect for applications where flexibility and heat resistance are key. XquisitePlatinum’s high tear resistance and easy handling make it a great solution for tear-resistant books, folded items and soft tags. In addition, XquisitePlatinum’s high heat stability allows it to compete with other heat stabilized synthetic products on the market.

Interested in learning more? For more information and a demonstration of how the Xquisite family of synthetic papers can change your business, please contact Masterpiece Graphix. Our team of Digital Materials Experts can help guide you to the Xquisite product that best fits your needs.

Masterpiece Graphix, one of the leading providers of digital printing substrates, is pleased to announce it is now a part of the Xeikon Aura Partner Network for Print Media.

Fenton, MO, (September 25, 2012) – Masterpiece Graphix has served the digital printing community by providing new solutions and printing substrates for many years and continues to develop new markets for the digital printing community.  Now, through the Xeikon Aura Partner Network, Masterpiece Graphix is expanding its involvement with digital printers by providing turn-key, proven solutions to the Xeikon family of presses and press-owners.  The new arrangement will give Xeikon press owners access to a wide variety of tested ready-to-run materials including standard items as well as unique substrates for the Xeikon digital press.

The Xeikon Aura Partner Network is designed to bring together information about Xeikon partners and their integrated solutions into a centralized location.  It is based upon non-exclusive relationships with industry leading-partners in three key areas including workflow software, converting and finishing, and paper and print media.  Each area has the goal of providing a transparent overview on all tested and approved solutions integrated by Xeikon and its industry partners, provide Xeikon customers open accessibility to the services they require, and build and further strengthen relationships with Xeikon partners.

“We are thrilled that Xeikon has allowed us to become a part of such a great program.  Masterpiece Graphix has made a commitment to provide leading edge services and materials to the digital print community and by joining the Xeikon Aura Network, Masterpiece is carrying on that commitment by providing tested, proven, and approved materials to the Xeikon press owners.  This partnership has allowed Masterpiece and Xeikon to work together on new business opportunities and create new material options that help expand the market range of these machines.  Through this arrangement, customers will have access to an assortment of newly developed products, adding to the many traditional label materials and all available in one location,” said Dan Lawellin, vice president of business development for Masterpiece Graphix.

Masterpiece Graphix will be releasing a number of new substrate options for Xeikon customers over the remainder of 2012.  These materials will include metalized films and papers, specialty transfer stocks, and traditional label and packaging materials.  Customers interested in learning more about Masterpiece Graphix new approved materials can visit www.mgxdigital.com.  Masterpiece Graphix customers interested in receiving specific information about the new products should contact Dan Lawellin at 636-349-6401 ext. 210 for more information.  Information for the Xeikon Aura Partner Network can be found at www.xeikon.com/partners.

Fenton, MO June 27, 2012 –

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is a total solutions provider for digital-ready films like PVC, styrene, polypropylene, polyester, synthetic paper and other specialized films for a variety of applications and industries. MGX serves the digital industry throughout the production cycle, providing substrate consultation, material solutions, toll coating, and custom stocking options for their operation.

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX), a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, has announced its capability as a total solutions provider for the digital substrate industry. MGX offers end-to-end consultation and material solutions for users of PVC, styrene, polypropylene, synthetic papers, and other specialty films.

MGX supplies all varieties and gauges of digital-ready films, as well as specialized overlaminates serving every major industry. MGX’s team of industry experts can guide converters in substrate selection, product construction, stocking options, and new product development. Masterpiece Graphix can supply digital films and the appropriate overlam in one package, an option not available through other digital material suppliers. MGX can offer in-stock solutions, as well as custom sheet sizes and thicknesses via their custom stocking program.

Masterpiece Graphix has been serving the digital industry for over a decade, providing roll and sheet solutions for the HP Indigo, iGen, Nexpress, as well as a variety of other digital press technologies. Masterpiece Graphix debuted their REVOLUTION line earlier this year, a new lineup of top quality, in-stock, universal materials that are compatible with liquid toner and dry toner digital machines. In addition, MGX stocks multiple gauges of HP Indigo-compatible PVC, styrene, polypropylene, polyester, synthetic paper, and other digital ready substrates.

For additional information, material images, or samples, please contact:

About Masterpiece Graphix:

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is the premier digital substrate manufacturer and functional coating provider, providing solutions for digital press users and converting operations. As the first and only HP-Certified Indigo Treatment Center established in North America, Masterpiece Graphix has successfully treated hundreds of digital sheet and roll materials for the HP Indigo press. Masterpiece Graphix offers turnkey, ready-to-run digital material solutions for HP Indigo, Xeikon, EFI Jetrion, Kodak Nexpress, Memjet RapidX, and Xerox iGen digital presses, as well as solutions for other digital press technologies, flexo and offset machines. As a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, MGX is a one-stop-shop for all traditional commodity stocks and exotic materials, opening up new revenue opportunities for digital press users.

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Fenton, MO June 25, 2012 –

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) has been announced as a distributor for Michelman primer, indicator, and cleaning solution for the HP Indigo 6000 and 6600 in-line priming unit. Now MGX can provide end-to-end solutions for the HP Indigo in-line priming unit, including primer and print-ready substrates.

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is now a distributor for Michelman in-line primer products for the HP Indigo 6000 and 6600. Now MGX can provide end-to-end solutions for all HP Indigo presses, including those furnished with an in-line priming unit. MGX will provide three Michelman products as a part of their distributorship agreement: Michem® In-Line Primer 030, Michem® Clean 1188, and Michem® Indicator 001.

Michem® In-Line Primer 030 (MGX-1669) applies a print-receptive surface to paper substrates via the in-line priming unit, improving the ink transfer and adhesion of HP Indigo Electroinks. The primer improves the printability of a wide range of paper substrates, both uncoated and clay-coated papers in varying weights and thicknesses. Pressure-sensitive paper-face stocks, including textured papers, are also optimized by the HP Indigo 6000 and 6600 in-line priming unit.

Michem® Clean 1188 (MGX-1670) is the recommended cleaning solution for Michem® In-Line Primer solutions. The cleaner is added to the cleaning tank of the in-line priming unit.

Michem® Indicator 001 (MGX-1671) is an indication solution that detects the presence of Michem® In-Line Primer treatment on dry coated substrates. The indicator will change from blue to yellow on dry substrates that have been treated with Michem® In-Line Primer coatings.

Digital press users can contact MGX to for pricing and ordering options on Michem® In-Line Primer products. Interested users can call 636.349.6401 x225, or email sales@mgxdigital.com for more information.

For additional information, material images, or samples, please contact:

About Masterpiece Graphix:

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is the premier digital substrate manufacturer and functional coating provider, providing solutions for digital press users and converting operations. As the first and only HP-Certified Indigo Treatment Center established in North America, Masterpiece Graphix has successfully treated hundreds of digital sheet and roll materials for the HP Indigo press. Masterpiece Graphix offers turnkey, ready-to-run digital material solutions for HP Indigo, Xeikon, EFI Jetrion, Kodak Nexpress, Memjet RapidX, and Xerox iGen digital presses, as well as solutions for other digital press technologies, flexo and offset machines. As a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, MGX is a one-stop-shop for all traditional commodity stocks and exotic materials, opening up new revenue opportunities for digital press users.

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Fenton, MO June 12, 2012 –

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) has added innovative industry-leading technologies for coating applications, serving a multitude of industries including aerospace, electronics and the medical field. This allows MGX to provide an extensive range of unique coating solutions like anti-corrosive, anti-glare, anti-static, heat-resistant, lab trials, pre-print, post-print, and other functional coatings.

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) has added equipment to their St. Louis, MO facility for applications focusing on functional coatings. Now MGX can serve the converting industry with an extensive range of coating capabilities and converting technologies for a wide variety of applications.

Utilizing their new state-of-the-art equipment, Masterpiece Graphix can now apply a variety of functional coatings to many substrates, including anti-corrosive, anti-glare, anti-static, heat-resistant, gel, lab trials, pre-print, and post-print coatings. These capabilities allow MGX to apply bottom-end to top-end coat weights, from thin aqueous solutions to heavy coat weight gels. MGX can also offer pilot and demo runs for organizations that want to test coatings without utilizing their in-house equipment.

“We are extremely excited about the formal announcement of our functional coatings capabilities,” said Dan Lawellin, vice president of business development, MGX. “What you’re seeing is the next generation and evolution of our services, building on our reputation of world class coatings for a variety of applications and letting our coating experts do what they do best.  Masterpiece Graphix is going to bring the same service, quick change capability, and application driven development that we have provided the print community to the rest of the coated materials world, including electronics, aerospace, and medical coatings. We have an absolutely incredible, efficient, and innovative team paired with some of the most sophisticated coating technology in the industry.  That combination will bring new products, applications, and revenue streams to our partners and end users by allowing them to explore new developments that would have traditionally been cost prohibitive or otherwise difficult to justify on traditional coating equipment.”

MGX’s expanded capabilities also include a full portfolio of turnkey sheet converting solutions: sheet-to-sheet, roll-to-sheet, and custom sheeting, as well as traditional full roll-to-roll applications.  Masterpiece Graphix can serve roll and sheet opportunities with proprietary technology that outperforms conventional techniques.

For additional information, material images, or samples, please contact:

About Masterpiece Graphix:

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is the premier digital substrate manufacturer and functional coating provider, providing solutions for digital press users and converting operations. As the first and only HP-Certified Indigo Treatment Center established in North America, Masterpiece Graphix has successfully treated hundreds of digital sheet and roll materials for the HP Indigo press. Masterpiece Graphix offers turnkey, ready-to-run digital material solutions for HP Indigo, Xeikon, EFI Jetrion, Kodak Nexpress, Memjet RapidX, and Xerox iGen digital presses, as well as solutions for other digital press technologies, flexo and offset machines. As a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, MGX is a one-stop-shop for all traditional commodity stocks and exotic materials, opening up new revenue opportunities for digital press users.

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Pre-Dscoop and Drupa, HP Indigo has been abuzz with announcements of a new digital press format that rivals offset capabilities. The HP Indigo 10000 offers a B2 (29.5×20.9˝)) sheet size,

blazing print speeds, and even faster production in Enhanced Productivity mode (EPM). In addition, HP has released two other new press models, including the HP Indigo 20000 continuous-feed (29˝ wide with 21.6˝ to 44˝ repeats) model designed for flexible packaging, and the HP Indigo 30000 B2 sheetfed press for folding cartons, supporting substrates up to 24 pt.

HP isn’t the only company releasing new B2 digital machines at this year’s Drupa. Other companies like Landa Corp., Ryobi, Fujifilm, Screen, and MGI all plan to showcase new B2 models in Germany this year.  Masterpiece Graphix is ready to take on this new digital sensation with new B2 sheet capabilities. MGX is currently capable of servicing new HP Indigo B2 press model installs, and other B2 digital press technologies emerging in the marketplace.

Masterpiece Graphix is ready to take on this new digital sensation with new B2 sheet capabilities. MGX is currently capable of servicing new HP Indigo B2 press model installs, and other B2 digital press technologies emerging in the marketplace.

If you plan on upgrading or moving toward a B2 model, rest assured that MGX will be able to take their years of industry expertise to supply sheet materials for your new press purchase. Masterpiece Graphix sheet division has the capability to supply, synthetics, plastics, exotic and specialized sheet materials.

Fenton, MO March 15, 2012 –

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX), a digital manufacturer and treatment center, has released new high-performance white polyester (PET) stocks to the digital print industry: Masterpiece Premium White PET, and Masterpiece REVOLUTION White PET. The new line of printable polyester will provide an exceptional base for high-end synthetic printing, as well as serve as a durable, chemical resistant, UV-stable material for a multitude of premium digital print applications. White polyester stocks from MGX will be available for both wet and dry toner-based digital press technologies to create menus, tags, and other high-end synthetic applications.

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Masterpiece Graphix now offers white polyester (PET) products for both wet toner and dry toner digital press technologies. These digital stocks are available in multiple thicknesses as sheets or in rolls, and are suitable for many applications requiring durable and chemical-resistant materials.

Masterpiece Graphix will be offering the following high-performance Premium white PET products to  be compatible wet toner digital presses. The Masterpiece Premium line will be designed for Electroink technology, and will be made into an HP Indigo-compatible material.

• Masterpiece Premium 5 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1590)
• Masterpiece Premium 8 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1588)
• Masterpiece Premium 10 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1535)
• Masterpiece Premium 14 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1592)

White polyester, or PET, is a versatile substrate perfect for many digital print applications. The material is chemical, water, and stain resistant. The UV stability of the material make it an exceptional product for outdoor usage, and the overall printability and strength make it a great alternative to polyethylene and PVC for many applications. Example markets for white polyester include menus, gift cards, signage, promotional pieces, book covers, maps, wet environment labels and harsh environment tags.  MGX’s white PET stocks offer 90 bright whiteness, high opacity, and antistatic properties.

MGX will also offer several white polyester stocks under their Masterpiece REVOLUTION brand,  a lineup of  exclusive top-quality, universal materials that are compatible with both liquid toner and dry toner digital press technology:

• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 5 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1595)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 8 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1597)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 10 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1594)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 14 mil White Matte Polyester (PET) (MGX-1596)

Masterpiece REVOLUTION Digital sheets are a new lineup of top quality, universal materials that are compatible with liquid toner and dry toner digital machines. This lineup of high performance digital synthetics like PVC, styrene, wall graphic, clear polyester, and synthetic papers are compatible with wet toner presses, as well as dry toner presses like the Xerox iGen, Kodak Nexpress, Canon ImagePRESS, Konica Minolta Bizhub and other similar models.  In the future, Masterpiece REVOLUTION stocks will be compatible with HP Indigo digital press technology. With the Masterpiece REVOLUTION product lineup, MGX takes the headache out of securing digital products for specific to a machine, eliminating the need to increase inventory for multiple presses.  More information on Masterpiece Graphix’s lineup of REVOLUTION digital synthetics can be found here.

For additional information, please contact:

About Masterpiece Graphix:

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is the premier digital substrate manufacturer, providing solutions for liquid toner, dry toner, and inkjet digital press technologies. As the first and only HP-Certified Indigo Treatment Center established in North America, Masterpiece Graphix has successfully treated hundreds of digital sheet and roll materials for the HP Indigo press. Masterpiece Graphix offers turnkey, ready-to-run digital material solutions for HP Indigo, Xeikon, EFI Jetrion, Kodak Nexpress, Memjet RapidX, and Xerox iGen digital presses, as well as solutions for other digital press technologies. As a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, MGX is a one-stop-shop for all traditional commodity stocks and exotic materials, opening up new revenue opportunities for digital press users. MGX is a Dscoop Gold Partner, and will be exhibiting at Dscoop7 in booth #229.

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Fenton, MO March 13, 2012 –

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Masterpiece REVOLUTION Synthetic Paper has been certified by RIT for printing on the HP Indigo 5500, 7000 and 7500 digital sheet presses. These stocks are a part of MGX’s exclusive REVOLUTION lineup, a line of top-quality, universal materials that are interchangeably compatible with liquid toner and dry toner digital press technologies. Masterpiece REVOLUTION Synthetic Papers are a perfect choice for a multitude of tear, chemical, and moisture-resistant digital print applications.

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The Printing Applications Laboratory at the Rochester Institute of Technology has certified Masterpiece Graphix REVOLUTION Synthetic Paper stocks for printing on the HP Indigo 5500, 7000, and 7500 digital sheet presses. These innovative digital sheet stocks available in 6,8, 10, 14, and 14 mil thicknesses, and  are interchangeable with the HP Indigo, as well as dry toner digital presses like the Xerox iGen and Kodak Nexpress.

Masterpiece Graphix now offers the following RIT-certified synthetic paper stocks for the HP Indigo 5500, 7000, and 7500 with custom stocking options for digital press users:

• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 6 mil White Synthetic Paper (MGX-1565)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 8 mil White Synthetic Paper (MGX-1567)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 10 mil White Synthetic Paper (MGX-1485)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 12 mil White Synthetic Paper (MGX-1568)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 14 mil White Synthetic Paper (MGX-1486)

Masterpiece REVOLUTION Synthetic Papers are bright white and are a perfect choice for tear, chemical, and moisture-resistant applications. MGX Masterpiece REVOLUTION Synthetic Paper stocks can easily be converted via cut, perforation, laser die-cut, folding, and/or punching. Its versatile properties make the stock a superb choice for menus, children’s books, hang tags, safety tags, horticultural tags, and a variety of other applications where durability is important.

REVOLUTION Synthetic paper stocks are part of an exclusive lineup of digital materials from Masterpiece Graphix. Masterpiece REVOLUTION Digital sheets are a new lineup of top quality, universal materials that are compatible with liquid toner and dry toner digital machines. This lineup of high performance digital synthetics like PVC, styrene, wall graphic, clear polyester, and synthetic papers are compatible with wet toner presses, as well as dry toner presses like the Xerox iGen, Kodak Nexpress, Canon ImagePRESS, Konica Minolta Bizhub and other similar models.  In the future, Masterpiece REVOLUTION stocks will be compatible with HP Indigo digital press technology. With the Masterpiece REVOLUTION product lineup, MGX takes the headache out of securing digital products for specific to a machine, eliminating the need to increase inventory for multiple presses.  More information on Masterpiece Graphix’s lineup of REVOLUTION digital synthetics can be found here.

For additional information, material images, or samples, please contact:

About Masterpiece Graphix:

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is the premier digital substrate manufacturer, providing solutions for liquid toner, dry toner, and inkjet digital press technologies. As the first and only HP-Certified Indigo Treatment Center established in North America, Masterpiece Graphix has successfully treated hundreds of digital sheet and roll materials for the HP Indigo press. Masterpiece Graphix offers turnkey, ready-to-run digital material solutions for HP Indigo, Xeikon, EFI Jetrion, Kodak Nexpress, Memjet RapidX, and Xerox iGen digital presses, as well as solutions for other digital press technologies. As a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, MGX is a one-stop-shop for all traditional commodity stocks and exotic materials, opening up new revenue opportunities for digital press users. MGX is a Dscoop Gold Partner, and will be exhibiting at Dscoop7 in booth #229.

Fenton, MO March 5, 2012 –

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) has released new REVOLUTION high-performance clear hardcoated polyester (PET) stocks for the production of button panels , electronic overlays, touch panels, membrane switches, outdoor-protected panels, and other industrial harsh environment applications. These digital-ready films are compatible with both wet toner and dry toner digital press technologies.

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Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) has released new high-performance polyester (PET) stocks to the digital print industry: Masterpiece REVOLUTION Clear Gloss Hardcoated PET, and Masterpiece REVOLUTION Clear Anti-Glare Hardcoated PET. These high performance polyester synthetics are a part of MGX’s exclusive REVOLUTION line of digital sheet materials, which are treated to run interchangeably on wet toner and dry toner-based digital press systems.  MGX can now fulfill the needs of digital press users for clear  PET materials that are durable and scratch-resistant.

Masterpiece Graphix will offer the following hardcoated PET products in its REVOLUTION product line:

• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 5 mil Clear Anti-Glare Hardcoated PET (MGX-1582)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 5 mil Clear Gloss Hardcoated PET (MGX-1583)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 7 mil Clear Anti-Glare Hardcoated PET (MGX-1584)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 7 mil Clear Gloss Hardcoated PET (MGX-1585)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 10 mil Clear Anti-Glare Hardcoated PET (MGX-1586)
• Masterpiece REVOLUTION 10 mil Clear Gloss Hardcoated PET (MGX-1587)

An alternative to polycarbonate stocks, hardcoated polyester, or PET, has a stronger hardcoat than similar polycarbonate options. PET is more durable than polycarbonate and is resistant to heat and chemical solvents. Masterpiece REVOLUTION clear hardcoated PET products are optically clear, offer excellent outdoor and UV stability, and are thermo-formable. These characteristics make Masterpiece REVOLUTION Clear PET options perfect for many industrial applications like touch panels and electronic overlays.

Masterpiece REVOLUTION digital sheets are an exclusive product line of top quality, universal materials that are compatible with both liquid toner and dry toner digital machines. These high-performance digital synthetics like PVC, styrene, wall graphic, clear polyester, and synthetic papers from MGX can be used interchangeably with wet toner and dry toner digital presses. Compatible models include the Xerox iGen, Kodak Nexpress, Canon ImagePRESS, Konica Minolta Bizhub and other similar digital press technologies; Masterpiece REVOLUTION products will be digital-ready for HP Indigo presses in the future. With this product lineup, MGX takes the headache out of securing digital products for a specific machine, eliminating the need to increase inventory for multiple presses.  More information on Masterpiece Graphix’s lineup of REVOLUTION digital synthetics can be found here.

For additional information, material photos, or product samples, please contact:

About Masterpiece Graphix:

Masterpiece Graphix (MGX) is the premier digital substrate manufacturer, providing solutions for liquid toner, dry toner, and inkjet digital press technologies. As the first and only HP-Certified Indigo Treatment Center established in North America, Masterpiece Graphix has successfully treated hundreds of digital sheet and roll materials for the HP Indigo press. Masterpiece Graphix offers turnkey, ready-to-run digital material solutions for HP Indigo, Xeikon, EFI Jetrion, Kodak Nexpress, Memjet RapidX, and Xerox iGen digital presses, as well as solutions for other digital press technologies. As a digital material manufacturer and treatment center, MGX is a one-stop-shop for all traditional commodity stocks and exotic materials, opening up new revenue opportunities for digital press users. MGX is a Dscoop Gold Partner, and will be exhibiting at Dscoop7 in booth #229.