Understanding workflow and being able to tailor-make
a process that suits the unique environment of a wholesale
photolab is key. Express Imaging Systems has developed a suite
of workflow tools that targets every area from image enhancement
to image storage. Key products include eGate, Review Station,
Express Central PfDF Server and CD Server (listed below).
Integrate third party applications and devices with custom
designed Import and Export Drivers and the Express PfDF client.
Express Image Server provides storage for in-process orders
and supports fast transfer rate protocols, while Index Print
Formatter is another powerful output option that creates index
prints during batch processing.
eGate Image Data Server - with Image
Enhancement
Feed your workflow from multiple channels,
one for each image source, and automatically apply image
enhancement. Channels can be configured independently for
different job types and requirements. The PfDF compatible
eGate reduces red-eye, performs image sizing and color enhancement,
improves shadow detail and helps build a solid foundation
for your workflow architecture. Using server farm technology,
eGate leverages a linear increase in throughput times starting
at 5,000 images per hour per server. EGate can also analyze
an image using 12 bits of pixel data, an improvement over
standard 8 bit jpeg processing.
Review Station
Maintain constant Quality Control with the
Review Station. Review images, flip and delete in one easy
to use window. Automatically or manually write batch work
records. PfDF compatible, the Review Station can also be
used to assign and select multiple product outputs.
Express Central PfDF Server
Stay in control with the Express Central PfDF
centralized order database. Unify your workflow and maximize
productivity as each device in your lab reports and retrieves
order information. to and from a central server. An easy
to use visual interface lets you break down jobs to the
smallest detail providing you and your workflow with constant
reporting.
Express Image Server: Augment
the Central PfDF Server with the Express Image Server storage
array for in-process orders.
CD Server
CD Sever is an output module that supports
the creation of multiple CD product designs on up to five
Rimage CD duplicators. Include logos and barcodes and bundle
advertising content with each CD order.
Index
Print Formatter
Index Print Formatter is an output module that creates index
prints during batch processing. Use the Index Print Formatter
for printing index prints on the Europa 10 or as a configurable
stand-alone application.