Xitron has been purchased by US-based Vanguard Graphics International as a wholly owned, independently operated subsidiary.
Vanguard is a privately-owned company specialising in acquiring and
managing graphic arts companies. It was established to acquire and
consolidate a best of class group of companies to serve the small to
medium sized printer.
Today it consists of three operating companies specialising in
innovative prepress solutions focused on computer-to-plate systems,
high-performance RIPs and metal platesetters and now Xitron, a leading
provider of RIPs and workflow solutions to the small and medium sized
printer.
Agfa Graphics is rapidly expanding its offerings in the growing digital
inkjet market and is divesting of all but core assets to concentrate on
these interests.
It is also developing joint development and manufacturing partnerships
with industry leaders to expand its technological reach and allow it to
develop comprehensive digital solutions for printing documents,
posters, banners, signage, displays, labels and packaging materials.
