Advanced Color-printing Technologies Improve GIS and CAD Workflows

摘要

GIS and CAD plot files have been increasing exponentially in complexity and size, thanks to the growing use of high-resolution and satellite imagery, detailed vector data, 3D data, and the sophisticated modeling capabilities of design software. On the one hand, this means better maps that can support better decision making by clients--from transportation companies to government agencies to oil and gas companies. On the other hand, the inkjet printing and plotting technology traditionally used in the industry is proving no match for these larger files. Frequent bottlenecks, slow print speed, extended drying time, pricey media requirements, and labor-intensive project management often impede workflow and drive up costs. As a result, to accelerate productivity, improve client service, and minimize expenses, we--the GIS/CAD professionals at Pittsburgh-based Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC)--have embraced a new generation of advanced, wide-format, color-printing solutions that offer powerful file processing, faster print speeds, increased flexibility, and higher-quality output.