Caldera Launches New Subscription Package for the Visual Communications, Industrial Printing and Packaging Industry

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Dover's (NYSE: DOV) subsidiary Caldera has launched GrandRIP, a new subscription-based raster image processor package targeting small businesses in the visual communications, industrial printing, and packaging sectors. The software, built on Caldera's award-winning technology, offers essential features for professional print and cut workflows at a more accessible price point.

GrandRIP includes key features such as Adobe PDF Print Engine technology, spot color libraries, automatic spot color detection tools, and support for various print and cut peripherals. The package aims to simplify prepress, color management, finishing, and automation processes while delivering high-quality output and significant ROI for smaller businesses.

Positive

• Introduction of a new revenue stream through subscription-based model
• Market expansion by targeting small business segment
• Integration of premium features like Adobe PDF Print Engine technology
• Wide compatibility with print and cut peripherals enhancing product appeal

Negative

• Potential cannibalization of existing higher-priced products
• Lower margins compared to traditional licensing model

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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Caldera, part of Dover (NYSE: DOV), today announced the launch of GrandRIP, a new subscription raster image processor ("RIP") package for large format visual communications, industrial printing and packaging customers. This subscription package is based on Caldera's award-winning software and offers a range of essential features to bring professional print and cut workflows to small businesses.

"We've created this new RIP package to meet the needs of users at the smaller end of the market whose businesses are better suited to a simplified, cost-efficient approach," said Sebastien Hanssens, VP of Marketing & Operations at Caldera. "By introducing a new entry-level RIP, we're providing affordable access to professional-level printing to a whole new group of customers."

GrandRIP's fast and intuitive user interface enables print service providers to deliver high-quality visual communications, packaging and industrial printing with ease. By simplifying essential prepress, color management, finishing and automation processes, this new subscription package brings a host of user benefits and enables a significant return on investment.

The new subscription package is compatible with a wide range of print and cut peripherals, resulting in optimized workflows and substantial time savings. It also embeds Adobe PDF Print Engine technology and spot color libraries for accurate reproduction, along with automatic spot color detection tools for advanced color management. In addition, full support of roll cutters, cutting plotters and flatbed cutting devices is included to streamline print and cut workflows.

About Caldera:
Headquartered outside Strasbourg in Eckbolsheim, France, Caldera is a leading developer and distributor of innovative software solutions serving the graphics and textile markets. Over the past 25 years, Caldera has developed recognition as the leading developer of raster image processing software, color management and workflow solutions for the graphics and textile space. Additional information is available on the company's website at www.caldera.com.

About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $7 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 70 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.

Caldera Contact:
Sébastien Hanssens
+33 3 88210000
sebastien.hanssens@caldera.com

Dover Media Contact:
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications
(630) 743-5039
asakowicz@dovercorp.com

Dover Investor Contact:
Jack Dickens, VP, Investor Relations
(630) 743-2566
jdickens@dovercorp.com

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FAQ

What is Dover's new GrandRIP subscription package?

GrandRIP is a subscription-based raster image processor package launched by Dover's subsidiary Caldera for small businesses in visual communications, industrial printing, and packaging, offering professional print and cut workflow features at an accessible price point.

What are the key features of DOV's GrandRIP software?

GrandRIP includes Adobe PDF Print Engine technology, spot color libraries, automatic spot color detection tools, support for various print and cut peripherals, and simplified prepress, color management, finishing, and automation processes.

Who is the target market for Dover's new GrandRIP subscription?

GrandRIP targets small businesses in the visual communications, industrial printing, and packaging industries who need a simplified, cost-efficient professional printing solution.

What benefits does DOV's GrandRIP offer to users?

GrandRIP offers high-quality visual communications, simplified workflows, significant ROI, substantial time savings, accurate color reproduction, and compatibility with various print and cut peripherals.