Do more with direct engraving… 

The KODAK FLEXCEL Direct System offers a brand new approach to direct engraving of elastomers for flexographic printing. A unique technology combination drives productivity, low cost of ownership and impressive print quality with both continuous sleeves and flat plates options. The FLEXCEL Direct System is ideal for both printers and prepress service providers.

Unique laser imaging technology using laser diodes for fast, accurate engraving. Affordable production of high quality continuous sleeves. Print quality of photopolymer with the convenience of elastomer. Produce flat plates and continuous in-the-round image carriers.		"I believe the future of flexo printing is in the sleeve. I also believe the future of flexo sleeves is in Kodak." Girard Moravcik, President & CEO Carey Color, Inc. Watch the video
	The FLEXCEL Direct System uses innovative, energy-efficient, high-power laser engraving to produce superior quality press-ready elastomer sleeves with increased production throughput.

The FLEXCEL DIRECT System provides a simple, robust solution for production of ITR sleeves and flat plates that eliminate the multiple steps of UV exposure and chemical or thermal processing. The system has been designed to include software and laser engraving technology that is user friendly and provides a very smooth transition to in-house sleeve and plate manufacturing.
Must See 'ems! Award The KODAK FLEXCEL Direct System has been awarded a prestigious Must See 'ems! Award at Graph Expo 2012.