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Unit 7: Translation and Reprographic Services

print artwork and halftones {shaded areas of copy, such as light parts of a photograph or drawing}, Notes
and the use of colour is almost unlimited. For organizations that prefer this high-quality copy
yet want smaller equipment that is easier to use, tabletop models are now available and are
competitive with stencil duplicators in terms of cost and convenience.

Manufacturer’s Terminology and Machine Selection

Because of the variation in manufacturers’ terminology, an “automatic printer” could be either
offset or stencil equipment. Similarly, a “duplicator” could be a copying machine. Determine
the correct classification by asking the manufacturer what type of master is accepted by the
particular machine. In selecting a machine for office purchase, it is important to determine the
particular office needs and then to prepare a list of specifications. Included in the specifications
would be how many copies of each original document are needed, what size document will
usually be reproduced, the availability of personnel to operate the machine, the type of paper
and supplies required, and the availability of maintenance and repair service.
Figure 7.6: A Desktop Offset Duplicator

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Self Assessment

Fill in the blanks:
13. In-house printing is also termed as ......................................... reprographics.
14. ........................................... image masters are easy to prepare, and corrections can be readily
made with a soft pencil eraser.

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