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About Us
Global Graphics Software develops smart software components for Print OEMs and ISVs. We’re trusted by global brands to supply the technical innovation that adds value to their solutions. We are a subsidiary of Hybrid Software Group PLC which is listed on Euronext (HYSG).
The roots of the company go back to 1986 and to Cambridge, and today the majority of the R&D team is still based near this iconic university city. There are also offices near Sarasota, Florida and in Tokyo.
Our global team comprises an exceptionally talented group of software architects and engineers. They are highly valued by our partners because they have the vision to produce innovative solutions and the specialist skills to solve complex problems.
Why Global Graphics?
Our customers choose us because:
- Our software is technically superior and performs faster than our competitors
- The engagement model offered by our Technical Services team accelerates your time to market
- We are innovators in high-speed digital printing
- We are experts in overcoming the output quality challenges of high-speed inkjet printing
- We have a flexible and open commercial model
- We are easy to work with because we have a partnership approach to development
- We offer superb technical support
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Innovative core technology for digital print
Join us in Chicago at Labelexpo Americas 2024!
28 August 2024
If you're an OEM building a digital inkjet press for labels and packaging, join us at Labelexpo Americas 2024, September 10th to 12th in Chicago at booth #3015 (Hybrid Software) for your personal demonstration of SmartDFE™, our award-winning Digital Front End solution designed specifically for high-speed, single-pass label and packaging inkjet presses.
Boosting print performance: Jetron’s success with Harlequin Core™
15 August 2024
Our latest case study highlights Jetron Digital Printing Systems, a leading developer of digital printing technologies in industrial printing processes. They were looking for a high-performance Raster Image Processor (RIP) that could efficiently handle complex graphics and large files for their D2 Shape and D2 Roll systems. After evaluating various options, Jetron integrated Global Graphics …
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World-class products and technologies
Our printing products and technologies include:
- SmartDFE™: a smart software and hardware stack that integrates print into the smart factory, delivering everything from mass production to mass customization in a single solution.
- Award-winning Harlequin RIP® software, that drives the industry’s fastest performing digital presses.
- ScreenPro™: a software engine used to improve inkjet image quality and compatible with any printing industry workflow.
- Mako™: a multi-platform software development kit for building custom workflows, particularly where many file formats need to be combined. Can be used upstream of the Harlequin RIP.
Technical Services
If you need help to get your press to market or have a technical issue that’s stopping you from reaching your market, our dedicated experts can help you to break through any barriers. Our only aim is to get you to market sooner.
How we add value
For OEMs
We provide world-class solutions to technical problems, help you respond to market requirements and expand your product offerings.
For ISVs
We can accelerate your time to market, add a competitive edge to your product and help to extend your market presence. We can also work with you as a development partner on future innovations.
For system integrators
We work with you to ensure successful integration of our printing and digital document software and provide specialist knowledge and consultancy to facilitate your project.
Patented technology
Global Graphics’ research and development team comprises international experts on Page Description Languages, document formats and color science. Our existing patent portfolio covers many areas of printing and document technology while numerous patent applications will protect our future inventions.
Industry standards and compatibility
Global Graphics has always taken an active role in industry standards setting bodies and associations. Today our former Chief Technology Officer and now consultant for Global Graphics Software is the UK primary expert on the International Standards Organization (ISO) for PDF, for PDF/A (the standard for archiving electronic documents) and for PDF/VT (the standard for use of PDF in variable data print workflows).