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Voland van Wyk, co-owner of Old School Digital in Cape Town, is quick to point out their commitment and drive, in their way of thinking and service delivery, is very much ‘New School’. ‘We have a passion for printing and finding solutions to problems,’ he said. Old School provides solutions in computer-to- plate, origination and imposition, positives and negatives, digital printing, litho printing, amongst others.
Hugo van Rensburg, Old School Digital; Rhamon Bernstein Antalis, Voland van Wyk Old School Digital
He added that they very quickly realised that investing in technology, and future business growth areas would be the key to success. As a result, you are greeted with a wealth of knowledge and technology when dealing with Old School. ‘We have also invested in various digital short run presses, to add on and to complement our current Printing press factory,’ said Van Wyk.
Therefore, he quickly recognised the potential of Visual Communications, as a value added service potential to the business. Rhamon Bernstein, account executive for Visual Communications, at Antalis Cape Town introduced him to the wide range of solutions that Antalis could offer.
‘We do not sell equipment; we sell solutions to our customers. As their success, is key to our success,’ said Bernstein. This made it so much easier to work with Old School Digital; as our goals and methodologies were aligned.’
Van Wyk agreed and confirmed that they purchased from Antalis because of their long standing relationship of over seven years with them. ‘We know and are confident with Antalis' ability to always provide excellent technical and after sales services.’
After investing in Visual Communications printing equipment with Antalis, the next step for Old School was to invest in Esko Kongsberg solutions.
Purchasing the Kongsberg XN 24 finishing table forms part of this, and Old School Digital's commitment to its clients and the industry. ‘We looked at the various cutting tables for about two years before we took the plunge and purchased from Antalis, as together with Esko, they offered the best overall solution on software and hardware. We do a large variety of digital printing for small and large companies that require die-cutting and this is primarily what we use the cutting table for,’ said Van Wyk.
This specific finishing table was on display on the Antalis stand at the inaugural FESPA Africa held in July at Gallagher Estate, Midrand, Gauteng and it was then that the Western Cape-based printing company purchased it.
‘Visitors to the stand were given a demonstration on the versatility of the Kongsberg XN 24 finishing table, with materials from vinyl to boards and wood cut. In total two tables were sold at the show,’ explained Ronnie Louw, national sales manager Equipment, Antalis.
‘The Kongsberg table on its own is a game changer. Add that to the multitude of Software solutions, and business tools from our Esko Software portfolio; and you have a Winning Solution.’
The table is ideal for companies that work on signage, packaging, display, and even current Commercial printers that have to invest a lot of time and money in die-cutting, and outsourcing. It boasts a wide range of speciality tools that give it the speed, power and flexibility to handle a very wide range of materials. These include corrugated, folding carton, solid board, coating blankets, wood and a variety of plastics, but to name a few.
Louw added that Antalis is proud to not only supply business solutions to its customers, but to always provide the best technical and customer service. ‘This is the essence of Antalis. It starts with providing customers with the best advice and options for their business. Once they have made an informed choice then we provide world class machines and following that, great after service.’
More about Antalis can be found at: www.antalis.co.za.
© Graphic Repro On-line, February 2015.
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