A proof is worth little unless it’s printed on the proper media. With its long-standing experience in analog and digital proofing, ECO3 is able to offer the perfect type of media for every application. Whether you use dye or pigment inks, and whether you need premium color contract proofs or imposition proofs, you will find the perfect fit for your engine and applications. ECO3’s proofing media consist of different types and weights of proofing paper and proofing bases.
In addition to high-quality proofing paper, ECO3 also offers advanced photospectrometers and a range of color management services. These solutions are designed to help you achieve precise color accuracy and consistency across your printing workflow, ensuring optimal results every time.
Benefits
Good color reproduction
Your proofs will accurately represent the intended colors of a design or image, reducing the risk of costly errors in print production. APOGEEPROOF media have received Fogra Certifications for FOGRA51/52.
FSC® certified
ECO3 proofing paper is sourced from responsibly managed forests, promoting environmental sustainability and ethical practices.
Resistant to splashes and erasure
Proofs are not always treated gently in transport or while being shuffled.
Acid-free
Acid-free paper resists deterioration over time, it does not yellow and will not become brittle.
Quick dry
The short drying time reduces the risk of smearing.
Very good contour sharpness
Intricate details and fine lines in designs are accurately represented on your proofs, enhancing their overall visual quality.
APOGEEPROOF Satin
APOGEEPROOF Satin (APS) instant-dry proofing base is a bright white matt paper optimized for pigment and Ultrachrome inks. It is resin-coated and suitable for content and color contract proofing for commercial, packaging and label printing.
Supported devices
- Epson SureColor & Stylus Pro printers
- Agfa Sherpa printers & SherpaProof systems
- Other printers may deliver excellent results but have not been validated.
| APS 200 | APS 250 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight (g/m² – ISO 536) | 202 (±6) | 254 (±6) |
| Thickness (μm – ISO 534) | 208 (±6) | 253 (±6) |
| Brightness (% – ISO 2470) | 92.7 (±6) | 94.0 (±6) |
| Chromaticity (D50/2°) – M1 (L*a*b – ISO 13655) | 95.6 * 1.0 * -5.3 | 95.6 * 1.0 *-4.4 |
| OBA load (Delta B ISO 15397 / Fogra class) | 5.1 / Low | 4.9 / Low |
| Opacity (% – ISO 2471) | 93 (±2) | 96 (±3) |
APOGEEPROOF Premium Matt
APOGEEPROOF Premium Matt (APPM) is a single-sided, matte finish paper for superior proofing applications. The lightweight variant is geared towards imposition proofing, while the heavier ones can also be used for content and color contract proofing.
Supported devices
- Epson SureColor and Stylus Pro printers
- Agfa Sherpa printers and SherpaProof systems
- Other printers may deliver excellent results but have not been validated.
| APPM 90 | APPM 140 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight (g/m² – ISO 536) | 90 (±4) | 140 (±5) |
| Thickness (μm – ISO 534) | 115 (±6) | 180 (±8) |
| Brightness (% – ISO 2470) | 107 (±3) | 108 (±6) |
| Chromaticity (D50/2°) – M1 (L*a*B – ISO 13655) | 96.7 * 2.1 * -10.0 | 93.4 * 3.0 * -12.6 |
| OBA load (Delta B ISO 15397 / Fogra class) | 23 / High | 19.4 / High |
| Opacity (% – ISO 2471) | 91 (±3) | 98 (±3) |
Photospectrometers
A photospectrometer is essential for high-quality proofing as it ensures precise color measurement and consistency by accurately capturing the spectral data of printed materials. This allows for reliable color matching, calibration, and verification against industry standards, minimizing color discrepancies and ensuring that proofs align perfectly with final print outputs.
| Model | Description |
|---|---|
| X-Rite iSis | This next generation of automated chart reading spectrophotometer is compliant with the latest standards. The i1iSis 2 accepts a sheet size up to A4/Letter and reads up to 1,500 patches on a single sheet in just 8 minutes. The i1iSis 2 XL accepts a sheet size up to A3+/Tabloid and reads up to 2,500 patches on a single sheet in just 10 minutes. |
| X-Rite i1 Pro3 & Pro3 Plus | The i1 Pro3 and Pro3 Plus are affordable, professional-level spectral color measurement solutions including display and projector profiling and print quality assurance. Add the X-Rite i1 iO for hands-free test chart reading. |
| X-Rite eXact | This next generation handheld color measurement solution takes into account the new business needs and dynamics of a global supply chain. X-Rite eXact enables printers and packaging converters to truly understand, control, manage and communicate color across the entire color network and avoid unwanted reprint and rework. |
| Barbieri Spectro LPF RT | The Spectro LFP RT Series 3 is an automatic color-measuring device for both reflection and transmission in large format, flatbed and industrial printing. |
