Printing Industries of America/Graphic Arts Technical Foundation (PIA/GATF) is pleased to present detailed information on the 2008 PIA/GATF InterTech Technology Award recipients. Twenty-eight nominations were submitted from twenty-one domestic and international companies, and ten innovative technologies were selected to receive the award.

The independent panel of InterTech judges deliberated over a unique cross-section of technologies-from consumables to MIS systems to large-format printing. Innovative advancements in technology were demonstrated in the form of digital press design, prepress content and color control, flexographic printing material, and value-added print processes. Process efficiency was a prevalent characteristic among many entries; submissions contained solutions to automate production steps, provide in-line process control, and manage production.

The coveted InterTech stars, recognized as a symbol of technological innovation and excellence, will be presented before an impressive audience of industry leaders during the 2008 PIA/GATF Premier Print Awards Gala, October 26 in Chicago, IL.

A technology review booklet showcasing all twenty-eight of the current year's entries will be produced by Graphic Arts Monthly for release in Fall 2008; the booklet will also be available on http://www.intertechaward.com.

The 2008 InterTech Technology Award recipients are:
(Listed alphabetically by company, with the technology named first)

Alwan Dynamic DeviceLinks
Alwan Color Expertise (http://www.alwancolor.com)