| Ilford Galerie FB Digital Photo Paper |
 ILFORD Photo has announced the addition of a new paper to its range of specialist black-and-white photo products, which not only represents a major step forward in the production of high quality images, but also utilises the latest advances in digital processing.Called ILFORD GALERIE FB DIGITAL, this 315gsm fibre base baryta paper has been created for printing with digital laser printers, and is compatible with digital printers such as the Durst Lambda and Océ Lightjet models. This is the only paper in the world which utilises ILFORD Photo’s renowned fibre base baryta material, made famous by such products as Ilfobrom Galerie FB and Multigrade IV FB papers, with the ability to be exposed in digital laser printers (Lightjet and Lambda) writing directly from digital files. The optimised spectral sensitivity of ILFORD GALERIE FB DIGITAL, combined with the proven long term archival benefits of traditional fibre base black-and-white papers, provides the opportunity to create genuine silver gelatine prints from digital images. This unique combination makes ILFORD GALERIE FB DIGITAL the ideal choice for exhibition and fine art prints. Initially being supplied in 100ft (30.5m) rolls in 20, 30, 40 and 50ins (51, 77, 102 and 127cm) widths for high-end prolab use, ILFORD GALERIE FB DIGITAL has been undergoing rigorous testing by a select handful of labs in North America and Europe. Each lab has been extremely impressed at the quality prints which have been achieved, and is already recommending this paper for clients such as fine art collectors, museums, art galleries, photographers producing limited edition prints, and graphic design agencies. “For the first time, fine art photographers can benefit from the best of both worlds,” says ILFORD Photo chairman Phil Harris. “This unique product brings together the added creative benefits offered by digital manipulation, with the long established aesthetic and archival properties of true baryta base black-and-white silver gelatin prints.” Being launched at Photokina, ILFORD GALERIE FB DIGITAL will also be demonstrated via a series of exhibitions in the UK, Europe and the USA later in the year through to early 2007. UPDATE: It has been brought to our attention that this article had been previously published with a reference and weblink to ILFORD Imaging Switzerland, after the press release was actually issued by ILFORD Photo, a division of HARMAN technology Ltd, based in England, UK. This article has since been updated for those wishing to visit the UK website or read the updated 'About Ilford' text.      
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About Ilford
ILFORD has been a major player in the development and manufacture of photo quality media for both inkjet printing and for photographic processes, and will continue to be so as more and more innovative ideas are realized. As one of the leading manufacturers of photo inkjet media we are able to see trends and developments in the market place and tailor our R&D and manufacturing resources to meet that demand.
Since 2005 ILFORD Imaging Switzerland GmbH is a part of the Oji Paper Co. Ltd. The entire process of taking images has become much more immediate and, as digital camera technology has improved, the demand for photo quality output has increased: ILFORD has risen to this challenge and has become one of the world's leading manufacturers of inkjet media for desktop and wide format applications.
ILFORD has a world class manufacturing facility in Switzerland. ILFORD is selling photo quality digital media to world leading retailers, allowing amateurs and professionals alike to produce photo quality images.
Building on photographic knowledge and expertise, ILFORD has developed inkjet media that have the look and feel of traditional photographs. We are one of the few companies in the world to have integrated research and development initiatives for dyes, inks and coated media used in photo quality inkjet printing, all leading to award winning products.
The unique market position that ILFORD holds ensures that all our photo quality media are compatible with all the latest inkjet printer models and manufacturers.
As a manufacturer, ILFORD is able to offer the flexibility and professional quality products that are demanded in today's market place. Our customers can take comfort in the knowledge they are dealing with one of the world's leading manufacturers, know where to direct their enquiries, and are therefore delighted in the products and services only a company that has been in the industry for over 100 years can offer.
