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Color Control

New weapons in the war against proof-to-print color variation: G7 is a proof-to-print calibration process based on principles of digital imaging, spectrophotometry, and computer-to-plate technologies. It involves characterizing the press using special test plates, ISO 2846-1 compliant inks, and ISO 12647-2 printing standards. Plate curves are then established based on analysis of the press sheets from the test.

G7 breaks from the tradition of using densitometer readings (solid ink density, trap, and dot gain) as the primary means of controlling color, and instead uses colorimetric data to achieve gray balances in the mid-tones. This more "direct" way of monitoring color balance also correlates well with a visual assessment of color balance. Once calibrated to gray scale, color balance can be more easily monitored visually. Print shops can become G7 qualified by working through the various calibration steps with the aid of a certified G7 consultant. See more about G7 in our "Terminology" section, or go to our link to "GRACoL" or "IDEAlliance" on this website under "Resources".

Graphic Ink Company is your source for ISO 2846-1 compliant inks and contracts with G7 certified color experts. Contact us for assistance and information.

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