Kodak News Releases

Kodak Receives Notice of Initial Determination in ITC Patent Infringement Action against Apple and Research In Motion

Mon, 21 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Eastman Kodak Company today announced that it has received notice of the Administrative Law Judge’s (ALJ) initial determination in the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) action brought by Kodak against Apple Inc. and Research In Motion Limited (RIM). The ALJ concluded that the Apple iPhone 3G and the accused RIM BlackBerry devices infringe Kodak’s patent, although his recommendation is that the patent claim is invalid.

Kodak Energizes drupa 2012 with Digital Solutions for Customers in a Hybrid World

Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

drupa 2012, the graphic arts industry’s largest exhibition that takes place every four years, marked a major turning point for the industry and for Kodak. The print, publishing, and packaging markets are undergoing dynamic change, and Kodak is helping customers add value to print with the broadest portfolio of traditional, digital, and hybrid solutions. Over the course of the show, Kodak exceeded its sales goals and received overwhelmingly positive feedback from attendees around the world.

Kodak Introduces ESP 3.2 All-in-One Printer and New Pic Flick HD App for iPad

Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Continuing to offer consumers a no-compromise choice in home printers, Kodak today introduced its new KODAK ESP 3.2 All-in-One Printer combining advanced features, quality, and affordability. And offering more ways to connect and print from mobile devices, Kodak revealed its new KODAK Pic Flick HD App1, which lets consumers create personalized photo cards, collages, and prints on an iPad and send them to their KODAK Printer.

AdoramaPix.com Chooses KODAK PROFESSIONAL ENDURA Premier Papers for Its Output Portfolio

Wed, 16 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

AdoramaPix.com, a leading provider of photographic print services for consumers and professionals, has selected the new KODAK PROFESSIONAL ENDURA Premier Papers, to create high-quality, long-lasting prints for their professional photographer clients. As part of its decision, AdoramaPix.com cited Kodak’s market commitment to professional and consumer imaging, customer service, and trusted product quality and consistency. The paper, first introduced by Eastman Kodak Company late last year, showcases Kodak’s continued investments in developing the highest quality products to market and leverages advanced breakthroughs by Kodak in imaging science research.

Kodak Awards First 5 Diamond Rating in New Paper Rating System for PROSPER Presses

Tue, 15 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Kodak recognized NewPage Corporation with the first 5 Diamond rating in its new Paper Rating System for KODAK PROSPER Presses. The NEWPAGE TRUEJET line of gloss coated digital inkjet paper received the 5 Diamond rating—the highest in the program—for its image quality and performance, which equates to “offset quality” within the rating structure.

Kodak Partners with Graphic Innovators, the First Americas Reseller for the KODAK PROSPER S-Series Imprinting Systems

Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Kodak and Graphic Innovators Inc. are partnering to provide newspaper and packaging customers with new opportunities to expand their offerings using hybrid inkjet printing. A new agreement expands an existing relationship and establishes Graphic Innovators as the first reseller of KODAK PROSPER S-Series Imprinting Systems to customers in the Americas region.

Kodak and Ryobi to Offer First Fully-Integrated Hybrid Sheetfed Press

Wed, 09 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

The KODAK PROSPER S-Series Imprinting Systems include the S5, S5 with CMYK, S10, S10 CMYK, S20, and S30. Each solution produces laser-like quality for imprinting at a range of speeds and resolutions, bringing high-quality personalization to offset print jobs. With the PROSPER S-Series Imprinting Systems, print providers are able to leverage their capital investments in offset presses and bridge the gap to digital in a one-step, inline process.

Kodak Selects wobe-team GmbH for Newspaper Computer-To-Plate Workflow Solution

Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Kodak has selected wobe-team's wNewsNet as a workflow complement to the industry-leading KODAK computer-to-plate (CTP) newspaper publishing portfolio.

Kodak to Lead Transformation of Digital Printing Operations for Argentine Government’s Sociedad del Estado Casa de Moneda

Mon, 07 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Kodak’s digital technology will help to modernize digital document printing systems and increase value for the Sociedad del Estado Casa de Moneda, the secure printing site of the Argentine government. Kodak’s innovative solutions will help the Sociedad del Estado Casa de Moneda achieve objectives of high performance levels, quality, consistency and efficiency across its print operations. Digital capabilities will improve the print production of security transactional documents, lottery tickets, catalogs and other applications its produces.

Kodak Maximizes Prepress System Efficiency with KODAK Intelligent Prepress Manager 2.0

Sun, 06 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Designed to take prepress customers to the next level of performance and efficiency, KODAK Intelligent Prepress Manager 2.0 monitoring solution is now available and attracting customers in the commercial printing, publishing and packaging industries. KODAK Intelligent Prepress Manager 2.0 offers a suite of remote services with enhanced features and mobile connectivity, giving users more control over their CTP and plate line systems for added productivity, monitoring and faster problem resolution. KODAK Intelligent Prepress Manager 2.0 is making its official debut at drupa 2012.

Kodak Recognizes Frank Romano with Print Ambassador Lifetime Achievement Award at drupa 2012

Sun, 06 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Kodak presented the Print Ambassador Lifetime Achievement Award to Frank Romano in a ceremony at its stand at drupa 2012 today. Romano is the third recipient of the award, which was established as a way to honor those individuals who demonstrate a passion for advocacy and education in the printing industry.

Kodak Eases Platemaking for Newspaper Printers with New SONORA NEWS Process Free Plate

Sat, 05 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

With the introduction of the new KODAK SONORA NEWS Process Free Plate for newspapers, Kodak is making it possible for newspaper printers to completely eliminate plate processing equipment and processing chemistry from the prepress process. As a result, newspapers can save time and money and reduce environmental impact compared to violet plates and even “chemistry free” plates. The new plate is being previewed in the Kodak stand (Hall 5, F09-1) at drupa.

Toppan Forms Acquires Fourth KODAK PROSPER 5000XL Press to Support Continuing Growth in its Information-Centered Business

Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Toppan Forms Co., Ltd., one of Japan’s leading business forms and data printing services, has acquired its fourth KODAK PROSPER 5000XL Press. In 2011, Toppan Forms installed three PROSPER 5000XL Presses as the primary technology to drive growth in its educational book printing division and expansion into new markets.

Kodak Works with More Than 40 Partners at drupa 2012 for a Hyperconnected World

Fri, 04 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

A record number of more than 40 companies, serving a variety of segments and applications in the global printing market, are featuring Kodak’s products and technologies in their stands or providing their products for demonstrations at Kodak’s stand at drupa 2012. “As the adoption of hybrid printing continues to accelerate, partnerships play an essential role in our commitment to driving the medium and industry of print forward,” said Chris Payne, Kodak’s Director and Vice President Marketing, Commercial Business. “By working with partners that have deep experience and expertise in specific areas of the commercial print space, we can contribute to the success of these companies and their customers, bringing our products and technologies to an even greater audience.” In today’s hybrid world of print, Kodak’s approach to partnerships in the graphic communications market includes providing the core technology to vendors that use it to develop new solutions. For example, Timsons Printing Machinery’s new TIMSON T-Press incorporates KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology to create the fastest, widest, digital inkjet press available for the production of black-and-white trade and textbooks. The TIMSON T-Press will be on display at KOLBUS’s stand in Hall 16, stands D22-1/D22-2. The TIMSON T-Press will include the T-Fold finishing system producing printed and folded signatures running in line with a KOLBUS Binding System to demonstrate the short-run capabilities of both systems. “The TIMSON T-Press was created based on a request from our customer, Clays, for a book printing system that would accommodate and sustain their rapid growth in the book printing market,” said Jeff Ward, Managing Director, Timsons. “We selected KODAK Stream Inkjet Technology to power the press because it offered the best solution to meet our goal of delivering the greatest productivity, functionality, and cost-effectiveness of any digital press.” Kodak also works with dozens of companies that market its products as part of a total solutions package to their customers. For example, press manufacturer, KBA, will feature a fully-integrated prepress solution in its drupa stand. The KODAK PRINERGY CONNECT Workflow System will be running with the KODAK MAGNUS 800 Platesetter with Multi-Cassette Unit exposing the KODAK TRILLIAN SP Thermal Plate. The MAGNUS 800 Platesetter is a reliable 8-page computer to plate (CTP) device with advanced automation options, offering exceptional productivity and stability to meet the needs of offset printers. TRILLIAN SP Thermal Plates help printers meet the competitive pressures to improve efficiency and reduce turnaround time while increasing consistency and quality. With an impressive combination of outstanding productivity and performance, significantly lower total cost of use, and reduced environmental impact when compared with typical digital processed plates in the market today, TRILLIAN SP Thermal Plates provide a solution to these challenges. KOMORI will print daily high-demanding jobs on its H-UV printing presses using the KODAK SWORD ULTRA Thermal Plate. Delivering exceptional quality and durability, SWORD ULTRA Thermal Plates are ideal for printers who need a robust CTP plate and require high productivity. Color proofs from the KODAK MATCHPRINT Inkjet Proofing System and ink key settings will be generated by the KODAK PRINERGY Workflow System. In another application, Illies Graphik will print on-site the German trade magazine Deutscher Drucker on a RYOBI 928 PRESS using TRILLIAN SP Plates. For more information about Kodak’s partners at drupa, go to: http://bit.ly/KiXcTU . About Kodak As the world’s foremost imaging innovator, Kodak helps consumers, businesses, and creative professionals unleash the power of images, information, and printing to enrich their lives. In the graphic communications industry, Kodak serves customers in the printing, publishing, packaging and enterprise markets with intelligent solutions for competitive advantage and greater return on investment. For more information, visit graphics.kodak.com. Follow us on Twitter at twitter.com/kodakidigprint and visit our blog at growyourbiz.kodak.com

Jotwani, President of Consumer Business, to Resign, Effective May 31

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Eastman Kodak Company today announced that Pradeep Jotwani, President of the Consumer Business, Chief Marketing Officer, and Senior Vice President, will resign from the company, effective May 31.

Kodak Provides VERSAMARK Customers the Highest Level of Print Assurance

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Customers of KODAK VERSAMARK Digital Printing Systems receive the highest levels of assurance and optimized system performance when using KODAK Brand Inks. Only Kodak can provide VERSAMARK System customers with the assurance that inks and fluids are engineered, print tested, and optimized for system fluid consumption prior to customer order.

Kodak Showcases Comprehensive Packaging Solution Portfolio at drupa 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

At drupa 2012, Kodak also will share packaging expertise related to brand-asset management and brand protection. Kodak’s applications enable package printers to deliver results that help companies and manufacturers strengthen the equity and integrity of their brands.

Kodak Innovations for Commercial Print and Publishing Markets Launch at drupa 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

An integrated part of KODAK Unified Workflow Solutions, CREO Color Server Technology will also be on display at Kodak’s booth as well as several partner booths. The high-performance digital front end drives a number of the industry’s leading digital presses, as well as KODAK PROSPER, NEXPRESS and DIGIMASTER Presses to get the most out of full digital or hybrid print environments.

Kodak Features Proven Solutions for Commercial Printers, Publishers, and Packaging Professionals at drupa 2012

Thu, 03 May 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Kodak, delivering one of the broadest, most integrated portfolios in the graphic communications industry, is putting its imaging experience and expertise front and center at drupa 2012 (Hall 5, F09-1). From industry-leading workflow tools and hardware to world-class support and consulting, Kodak helps customers manage and capitalize on the change shaping the industry today.

Kodak’s 1st Quarter Results Show Improvement in Segment Profitability and Reduced Operating Costs

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT

Eastman Kodak Company today reported that its strategy of focusing on its most profitable businesses and strengthened cost controls resulted in profitability improvements in both of its business segments during the quarter and an increased cash balance at the end of the quarter.

Kodak and Samsung Announce Strategic Alliance in Consumer Inkjet Printing

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 04:00:00 GMT

“This announcement reflects both the strength of Kodak’s technology in the consumer inkjet market, and the progress we have made in building a competitive business,” said Mark Kurz, General Manager, Consumer Inkjet Systems, and Vice President, Consumer Group, Kodak. “This is collaboration between two great brands. Samsung is able to leverage Kodak’s leading technology and imaging science to launch its inkjet printer business. And Kodak is able to further grow its business. It’s a win-win.”