X-Rite Wins Pinnacle InterTech Award for Mantis Video Targeting Technology for eXact 2

The X-Rite eXact 2 with Mantis Video Targeting Technology recognized as best-in-class industry technology by PRINTING United Alliance.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., September 28, 2022 – X-Rite Incorporated and Pantone LLC, global leaders in color science and technology, announced they won the 2022 Pinnacle InterTech Award for the Mantis™ Video Targeting Technology for the eXact 2 non-contact handheld spectrophotometer. This patented technology uses imaging technology and a high-resolution camera to show the operator precisely what is being measured without obscuring the target. This eliminates uncertainty and remeasuring by providing the operator with confidence that the right spot was measured. The Pinnacle InterTech Awards, sponsored by PRINTING United Alliance, recognize best-in-class products created for and by the printing industry.

“Combining imaging technology and capture with spectral data is the future of color measurement, making it easier for users to visualize and analyze the exact point of measurement to reduce errors,” said Arthur Smith, VP of Product Development, X-Rite. “Winning the prestigious Pinnacle InterTech Award validates the importance of this innovative technology in helping customers streamline and simplify their color workflows, allowing them to better serve their customer base and grow their business.”

The X-Rite eXact 2 is the first color measurement device for the print and packaging market to combine Mantis video targeting, imaging technology, onboard camera, scanning, Wi-Fi, and advanced software integrations. In addition to allowing operators to see what they are measuring Mantis technology also enables Digital Loupe capabilities. This allows users to zoom in on the device screen after capturing a spot to pinpoint small areas on artwork or labels and inspect patches to analyze dot gain or identify artifacts, dirt, or defects. Digital Loupe can be used to inspect registration targets to verify proper plate alignment. The system also captures the image as part of an audit trail to ensure measurement quality.

eXact 2 seamlessly integrates with the X-Rite software ecosystem from color specification, ink formulation, and quality control software directly on the device screen to quickly verify color data with customer requirements. Print, packaging, and ink professionals can drive their workflow directly from the eXact 2 for maximum efficiency.

The Pinnacle InterTech Awards are given to companies with new and innovative technology likely to have a significant impact on printing and graphics companies. An independent panel of industry judges reviewed nominations and selected the X-Rite Mantis Video Targeting technology for eXact 2 for this recognition.

“The judges had the tough task of singling out breakthrough innovations from many excellent entries,” says Dawn Nye, program manager, PRINTING United Alliance. “We congratulate all who participated and those who were designated with this award.”

X-Rite will showcase the eXact 2 at PRINTING United Expo 2022 in booth N729, October 19-21 in Las Vegas.

For more information on the eXact 2 Family, visit www.xrite.com/exact

About X-Rite

Founded in 1958, X-Rite Incorporated is a global leader in the science and technology of color and appearance. With Pantone, X-Rite employs more than 800 people in 11 countries. The company’s corporate headquarters are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia and service centers across Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Americas. X-Rite offers a full range of solutions used by manufacturers, retailers, printers, and graphic design houses to achieve precise management and communication of color and appearance throughout their processes. X-Rite products and services are recognized standards in the printing, packaging, photography, graphic design, video, automotive, paints, plastics, textiles and medical industries. For further information, please visit www.xrite.com. For the latest news, information, connect with X-Rite on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook.

About Pantone

Pantone provides the universal language of color that enables color-critical decisions through every stage of the workflow for brands and manufacturers. More than 10 million designers and producers around the world rely on Pantone products and services to help define, communicate and control color from inspiration to realization – leveraging advanced X-Rite technology to achieve color consistency across various materials and finishes for graphics, fashion and product design. Pantone Standards feature digital and physical color specification and workflow tools. The Pantone Color Institute™ provides customized color standards, brand identity and product color consulting as well as trend forecasting inclusive of Pantone Color of the Year, Fashion Runway Color Trend Reports, color psychology and more. Pantone B2B Licensing incorporates the Pantone Color System into different products and services, enabling licensees to communicate and reproduce certified Pantone values and improve efficiencies for their users. Pantone Lifestyle brings color and design together across apparel, home, and accessories. Learn more at www.pantone.com.

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