Agfa to Hold Open House at New Jersey Technology Center

ELMWOOD PARK, NJ—April 18, 2012—Agfa Graphics announced today that its wide-format digital printing experts will be on-hand for the company's free Open House Technology demos on Tuesday, May 22nd and Wednesday, May 23rd from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at 50 Meister Avenue, Branchburg, NJ 08876.

The latest in wide-format UV and solvent printing systems, inks, software and more will be demonstrated during the open house event, including the new :Anapurna M2540 FB, a high-speed, true flat-bed, UV-curable inkjet printer designed to deliver near photo-quality for graphic screen printers, photo shops and sign shops.

Those who want to learn about digital inkjet printing systems are encouraged to attend the open house, which will include demonstrations of printing systems from Agfa Graphics, HP and Epson. Attendees can also learn about Agfa Graphics' inks and other production technologies associated with inkjet printing, such as color management tools, Web portals and more.

Among the other printing systems being demonstrated are:

• Agfa Graphics' :Anapurna Mw and :Anapurna M1600
• HP's Designjet L26500
• Epson's GS6000 and SureColor® S30670

"Wide format inkjet technology is helping generate new products and new lines of profitability for printers everywhere. With an individual's creativity, there is no shortage of projects that can go from imagination to reality in practically no time at all, thanks to these advanced inkjet devices. At our Technology Open House, attendees can learn exactly which system is right for them," said Deborah Hutcheson, director of marketing, Agfa Graphics, North America.

The Open House will also showcase an extensive media assortment that includes environmentally-friendly printing materials from various manufacturers, such as United Industries, DuPont, MicroGREEN Polymers, Inc., Sihl, 3M, 3A Composites, Clear Focus and others.

Anyone interested in attending the open house is required to register for the event. Please call or e-mail Antonia Davenport at (800) 526-5441 x8572452 or antonia.davenport@agfa.com.

About Agfa
The Agfa-Gevaert Group is one of the world's leading companies in imaging and information technology. Agfa develops, manufactures and markets analog and digital systems for the printing industry (Agfa Graphics), for the healthcare sector (Agfa Healthcare), and for specific industrial applications (Agfa Materials). Agfa is headquartered in Mortsel, Belgium. The company is present in 40 countries and has agents in another 100 countries around the globe. The Agfa-Gevaert Group achieved a turnover of 3.023 million euros in 2011. Please visit us at www.agfa.com.

About Agfa Graphics
Agfa Graphics offers integrated prepress solutions to the printing industry. These solutions comprise consumables, hardware, software and services for production workflow, project and color management.

Agfa Graphics is a worldwide leader with its computer-to-plate and digital proofing systems for commercial and packaging printing and the newspaper publishing markets.

Agfa Graphics is rapidly developing its position in the new segments of industrial inkjet with comprehensive solutions for various applications such as documents, posters, banners, signage, displays, labels and packaging materials. Its experience in both imaging and emulsion technology has provided the expertise required for developing a complete assortment of high-quality inks. Please visit us at www.agfagraphics.com.

About Pitman, an Agfa Company
Pitman, an Agfa Graphics company, collaborates with world class manufacturers to provide a diverse offering of the most advanced solutions for the prepress, pressroom, wide format, newspaper, packaging and commercial printing industries.

Pitman reinforces its customer-focused approach by providing the market with an unmatched distribution network, expert specialists, and unparalleled service excellence. Together, Agfa Graphics and Pitman deliver integrated and complete solutions tailored to the ever-changing needs of the graphic communications industry, enabling businesses to produce powerful messages and be more profitable. Please visit us at: www.pitman.com.