Developer of digital front ends and workflow software Fiery, has updated its Fiery ColorGuard software with a suite of touchless automation features. The improvements are designed to streamline and simplify colour management in digital printing environments.
The update enables fully automated colour control, minimising the need for manual intervention while ensure high accuracy during the printing process. By working in conjunction with inline measurement tools from compatible printing presses, Fiery ColorGuard can now automatically verify, correct, and maintain colour consistency across multiple devices.
Key features of the new release include scheduled colour verification, automatic recalibration when needed, and warmup page definitions to stabilise colour from the first print. The system also supports scheduled spot colour verification and universal verification for media types that share the same calibration. These features are integrated into the Fiery Command WorkStation interface, where a traffic light indicator system communicates printer colour status.
“Print businesses no longer need a dedicated colour specialist to ensure consistent output,” said John Henze, vice president of sales and marketing at Fiery. “This release helps businesses save time and resources while delivering consistent colour quality.”
Industry partners have expressed support for the new release. Canon USA has integrated ColorGuard into its ImagePress V series, using its inline spectrophotometer in tandem with Fiery’s automation tools. Kiyoshi Oka, executive vice president of Canon USA, said the integration enhances Canon’s Automatic Gradation Adjustment system.
Konica Minolta has also highlighted the compatibility of its IQ-601 and IQ-501 inline measurement systems with the updated ColorGuard software. “The combination delivers a flexible, hands-free solution for high-quality production environments,” said Dr Mark Bohan, director of colour solutions at Konica Minolta Business Solutions USA.
Fiery said the update reflects a broader trend in the print industry toward automation and efficiency, especially as providers aim to reduce overhead and improve production consistency.
