ColorLogic releases ZePrA 13 Smart Color Server

ColorLogic, a Hybrid Software color management brand, has released ZePrA 13 Smart Color Server with new automation tools, enhanced image processing controls and expanded support for multicolor and ink-saving workflows designed for modern pre-press operations.

A standout feature of ZePrA 13 is the new Flows module, which enables users to combine multiple color configurations and automate tasks through rule-based routing. This reduces the number of hot folders and manual steps, making production cleaner and more efficient. Users can set up flows for common tasks, such as applying a color conversion followed by ink reduction, all within one streamlined queue.

ZePrA 13 also introduces a dedicated Image Quality tab in the configuration interface. This tab consolidates all image processing settings, such as sharpening, resolution changes and format options, into a single, intuitive layout. Users can define thresholds for upscaling and downscaling, adjust dimensions proportionally or by fixed units and choose whether to resample files.

These enhancements make it easier to prepare print-ready files with consistent visual quality. For operations utilizing extended gamut printing, ZePrA 13 provides new tools that enhance both quality and efficiency. The software now supports on-the-fly SaveInk profile creation for multicolor workflows, with selectable savings levels. Additionally, the new SmartLink method 'Multicolor Preserve CMYK' ensures that CMYK elements remain unchanged while spot colors are expanded into the full multicolor gamut—a critical feature for brand integrity in packaging production.

'ZePrA 13 represents a major step forward in pre-press automation,' said Dietmar Fuchs, product manager of ZePrA. 'We've focused on giving customers smarter tools to save time, reduce manual work and maintain exceptional color accuracy across media.'