Image serving takes file sharing one step further by providing automatic processing of image files so they are ready when needed. HELIOS ImageServer will perform image conversion on-the-fly for previewing, imposition, OPI colour correction and much more.

HELIOS ImageServer is a server-based image replacement and conversion solution. It is designed to move CPU-intensive image processing tasks from desktops to servers.

The use of server based image processing technology is wide and the benefits to endusers are often not noticed as these are managed on the server. However the benefits to users and a business as a whole can be seen in the efficiencies that are delivered. Not only in time, to enable increase work throughput by designers and production staff, but also by the business by improving profitability and affording more time to ease the burdens of ever increasing deadlines.

In conjunction with other technologies, imageservers enable web based previewing of a wide range of image formats and InDesign, PDF and Quark documents. Allowing customer on line access to documents for content proofing.

Those within the printing industries know bottlenecks cost time and money and with today's short leadtimes, the improvement of profitability on every job is a must. Output devices have to remain busy and server downtime can be a major problem and an expensive distraction.

HELIOS supports a variety of server platforms offering customers the flexibility to choose the right server for their needs, budgets and future plans.