The gateway to custom printing workflow automation
BlueFX is part of a digital photo production workflow software suite designed to automate the job acquisition and printing process.
It is the software for managing and controlling digital print orders; and is the first element in the process where jobs enter print production.
Unlike generic large-format RIPs, BlueFX is engineered specifically for photo printers like the Fujifilm DX400W and Epson SureLab D1000 series, delivering seamless duplex printing, automated cut-length control, and advanced batch workflow support that generic RIP software cannot provide.
BlueFX could therefore add in-house or external automatic fulfilment capability from Web Orders or Kiosks for example; or ease the transition to new printing technologies like Inkjet by replacing a legacy WetLab with one or more newer dry minilabs.
Some popular import formats already supported are: Noritsu Hot Folder, Noritsu DPOF, Konica DPOF, Kodak DP2, Agfa PfDF (.b00), Fujifilm C8/MS13, Theta, GotPhoto, Sytist, Pic-time, Pixieset, ProSelect, ShootProof, LiveLink, Netlife, Dakis, and more…
Similarly, on the editing side, users of Express Digital Darkroom, Timestone, ImageQuix, Photolynx and others can ‘print’ to BlueFX and thus extend the range of possible output devices. Devices such as Epson SureLab, Fujifilm Frontier, Agfa, Konica, DMLab and Noritsu Dry and Wet labs.
Here the Order can simply originate from a simple spreadsheet (.CSV) with automatic mapping of key entries like image, product and copy count, but can easily extend to include say backprint information.
BlueFX could therefore add in-house or external automatic fulfilment capability from Web Orders or Kiosks for example; or ease the transition to new printing technologies like Inkjet by replacing a legacy WetLab with one or more newer dry minilabs.
Some popular import formats already supported are: Noritsu Hot Folder, Noritsu DPOF, Konica DPOF, Kodak DP2, Agfa PfDF (.b00), Fujifilm C8/MS13, Theta, GotPhoto, Sytist, Pic-time, Pixieset, ProSelect, ShootProof, LiveLink, Netlife, Dakis, and more…
Similarly, on the editing side, users of Express Digital Darkroom, Timestone, ImageQuix, Photolynx and others can ‘print’ to BlueFX and thus extend the range of possible output devices. Devices such as Epson SureLab, Fujifilm Frontier, Agfa, Konica, DMLab and Noritsu Dry and Wet labs.
Here the Order can simply originate from a simple spreadsheet (.CSV) with automatic mapping of key entries like image, product and copy count, but can easily extend to include say backprint information.
A powerful engine for ripping, packaging and printing
BlueControl can export these jobs in a number of forms. The program can export images in a variety of picture formats.
But acting as a software RIP it can print to supported hardware devices like newer Inkjet printers and also legacy wet minilabs such as Fuji Frontiers and Agfa d-Labs.
This is one way in which we can manage the transition from old to new technologies.
In short, BlueControl can act as a Pro RIP software for both Epson, Fujifilm, and other printers. Printing can take place both directly or indirectly: Either direct to Epson SureLab and Fujifilm Frontier-S; or via the Epson Order Controller or Fujifilm MS01.
A key feature of BlueControl is the ability to do Package printing. This is done ‘on-the-fly’ with the user being able to create their own packages in PackFX.
This photo package printing software is able to create different sizes of the same image on one page. Or, using different images, print multiple photos in one page; a powerful example of our variable data printing software.
Using it as a printer layout software, you can create your own templates. This makes it an essential tool for Schools, Wedding, Events, and Sports high volume photography printing.
One of the major goals of BlueControl is to provide a consistent interface to all supported output devices. And provide all the features that Professional Photo labs have become accustomed to such as:
Batch Printing, ICC Profiles, Templates, Cropping and Backprint control.
BlueControl can export jobs in multiple forms and formats.
Acting as a software RIP, it prints to both modern inkjet printers and legacy wet minilabs like Fuji Frontiers and Agfa d-Labs. Users can search old or archived jobs, resubmit whole jobs or images, preview full-screen, and modify details like copy count…
This is one way in which we can manage the transition from old to new technologies.
Users can also drag-drop-shoot files back into BlueFX in Manual mode and edit images directly. BlueControl can act as a Pro RIP for Epson, Fujifilm, and others—printing either direct to Epson SureLab/Fujifilm Frontier-S or via Epson Order Controller/Fujifilm MS01.
Discover BlueControl’s Pro Features:
Quick Editing and Job submission
Aimed at Pro-Photographers, Lab operators and Print Shops, images can be organised in folders and displayed on screen to a given size and display number.
Here, simple cropping, rotation and resizing can be carried out to the aspect ratio of the target service. Image metadata can also be read and displayed while editing an order.
We are a third party software provider for Epson, Fujifilm, Noritsu and DMLab Printers. Find your local hardware vendor at the Epson, Fujifilm, Noritsu Global Portals to purchase professional photo printers such as: the Epson SureLab Series which start from around $1000; the Fujifilm Frontier-S DX100 which starts from around $2500; and the Noritsu QSS Green which starts from around $20,000.
Improvements in workflow can expand market opportunities and increase revenue. See how BlueFX can tailor a solution.
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