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Next-Generation KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Photo Papers Introduced

Brand Management Group (BMG), which signed a trademark licensing agreement with Kodak in Q4 2011, introduces the next generation of KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Photo Papers, Glossy Finish and Lustre Finish.

New luster and gloss photo papersBoth papers have been updated to take advantage of the wide color gamut and improved ink technology of the latest generation wide format inkjet printers from Canon, Epson and HP. They are expected to be available at LexJet by the end of the month. To find out about availability and to pre-order, contact a LexJet customer specialist at 800-453-9538.

“Photographers and imaging professionals who have relied on the quality and consistency of KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Photo Paper, Glossy Finish and KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Photo Paper, Lustre Finish will get that and much more from these next-generation papers,” says Justin Lehman, Brand Management Group vice president. “And, they retain the Kodak Professional watermark so the discerning end use customer knows they’re getting the high quality they expect from Kodak photo papers.”

Wider color gamut with photo paper
Color testing with Monaco Gamutworks reveals a larger color gamut and higher Dmax to ensure that colors captured in-camera reproduce more accurately, while producing deeper, richer blacks, an expanded dynamic range and additional detail in shadow areas.

Color testing with Monaco Gamutworks reveals a larger color gamut and higher Dmax to ensure that colors captured in-camera reproduce more accurately, while producing deeper, richer blacks, an expanded dynamic range and additional detail in shadow areas.

Moreover, the next-generation inkjet photo papers have been engineered to lay flat with little to no curl for smooth, trouble-free print production for a variety of photographic, fine art and display applications. Both inkjet papers are instant-dry with a bright white point and are compatible with dye and pigmented inks.

KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Photo Paper, Glossy Finish weighs in at 255 gsm with a smooth, high-gloss finish for maximum impact. KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Photo Paper, Lustre Finish weighs in at 255 gsm with a satin finish similar to E-surface papers used in traditional darkroom printing.

Both resin-based inkjet photo papers are available in various sheet and roll sizes up to 60 inches wide from Brand Management Group’s network of worldwide distributors, which includes LexJet.

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New KODAK Professional Inkjet Media Highlight this Year’s Photokina Trade Show

Brand Management Group announces that it will showcase the latest KODAK Professional Inkjet Media at Photokina, billed as the world’s leading imaging fair, in Cologne, Germany, Sept. 18-23.

Photography trade show in EuropeThe new KODAK Professional Inkjet Media that will be featured at the Brand Management Group booth in Hall 6, B31/C30 at Photokina include:

Professional Inkjet Photo Glossy and Lustre: These next-generation 255g photo papers represent the latest advances in digital paper technology, maximizing the latest inkjet technology from Canon, Epson and HP. Both papers offer improved “lay flat” characteristics, increased colour gamuts and higher Dmax, enabling the end user to achieve deeper and richer blacks, a more dynamic range and more detail in the shadow areas.

Fine Art Textured and Fine Art Smooth: Both art papers are heavyweight (315g), high-quality archival art papers. Fine Art Textured, with its matte surface and natural white colour, emulates a traditional art paper, making it ideal for fine art and photo reproductions. Fine Art Smooth, a 100% cotton paper with a silky smooth surface and high white tone, produces images of outstanding colour intensity and contrast.

Fine Art Fibre Satin and Fine Art Fibre Glossy: These 285g papers offer photographers a state-of-the-art digital equivalent to traditional fibre-based photo papers. The unique microporous, acid-inhibiting surface coating produces images equal, and even superior, to traditionally made prints, with a Dmax rating of 2.7 and a market-leading colour gamut.

Brand Management Group will also feature its full line of KODAK Wide Format Inkjet Media at Photokina: Photographic Films, Photographic Papers, Vinyl and Banners, and Photo and Fine Art.

Having taken responsibility for the international marketing, sales and distribution of KODAK Wide Format Inkjet Media to imaging professionals in January 2012, Brand Management Group (BMG) – with more than 15 years experience selling inkjet media, equipment, and supplies across all market sectors – is actively developing the portfolio in collaboration with Kodak.

For more information about the KODAK Wide Format Inkjet Media line available at LexJet, contact a customer specialist at 800-453-9538.

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New Kodak Wide Format Inkjet Media Available at LexJet

Brand Management Group (BMG), which signed a trademark licensing agreement with Kodak in Q4 2011, has introduced new wide-format inkjet products for aqueous printers that are available at LexJet: KODAK Rapid-Dry Glossy Poly Poster, KODAK Rapid-Dry Self-Adhesive Glossy Poly Poster and KODAK Water-Resistant Scrim Banner.

New wide format inkjet media from Kodak“These new Kodak products are engineered with the latest coating technology to optimize output on the leading new wide format inkjet printers from Canon, Epson and HP,” explains Justin Lehman, Brand Management Group vice president. “The new aqueous wide format inkjet products are designed to maximize consistency, efficiency and color reproduction to give users the most for their money.”

KODAK Rapid-Dry Glossy Poly Poster: Features an instant-dry coating and a tear-resistant polypropylene base at an economical price for applications like photographic quality posters, long-term indoor and short-term outdoor banners and photographic enlargements and reproductions.

KODAK Rapid-Dry Self-Adhesive Glossy Poly Poster: Features a specially-designed adhesive that makes it easy to install and is cleanly removable for up to 90 days. After 90 days the adhesive will become permanent. It’s great for point-of-purchase signage, long-term indoor and short-term outdoor mounted graphics and directional signage.

KODAK Water-Resistant Scrim Banner: Features a scratch- and water-resistant surface with a bright white point. Combining economy and quality, it’s a 16-mil, scrim-reinforced vinyl designed to create spectacular, high-impact, cost-effective banners for indoor and outdoor use.

For more information about the latest Kodak Wide-Format Inkjet Media and other Kodak products, contact a LexJet account specialist at 800-453-9538.

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Brand Management Group Announces Trademark Licensing Agreement with Kodak

Brand Management Group (BMG) will sell KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media products to imaging professionals in the wide-format print-for-pay, professional photography, fine art reproduction, sign, in-house corporate graphics, point of purchase, advertising, exhibit and reprographics markets through a worldwide network of distributors and re-sellers, which includes LexJet. The trademark licensing agreement was signed in 4th quarter 2011 and commenced effective January 2, 2012.

Kodak inkjet mediaKodak’s reorganization does not affect sales of the current product line or the ongoing development of new products in the KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media product lines.

“We’re excited about the opportunity to further build a product line with a reputation for quality and consistency,” says BMG’s vice president of sales and marketing Justin Lehman.

BMG, in collaboration with Kodak, will utilize its 15-plus years managing and selling wide-format inkjet brands and its state-of-the-art testing facility to roll out a variety of new inkjet media products throughout the year.

“Kodak is extremely excited about BMG’s commitment to providing industry leading sales and support along with their passionate desire to expand the KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media portfolio. We will be working closely with Justin and his team to evaluate new products and technologies,” said Lisa Singer, Worldwide Product Manager, Packaging Products Group. Eastman Kodak Company.

The trademark licensing agreement between Kodak and BMG does not impact or involve KODAK MATCHPRINT Inkjet Proofing Media, KODAK PROFESSIONAL UV-Curable Display Media or KODAK Consumer Inkjet Media.

For more information about Brand Management Group, KODAK Wide-Format Inkjet Media, KODAK PROFESSIONAL Inkjet Media, and for dealer and re-seller inquiries, contact Tom Hauenstein at 888-893-4668 or tom@brandmanagementgroup.com. For more information about Kodak products available through LexJet, contact a customer specialist at 800-453-9538.