Lava logo
MacDermid Graphics Logo

MacDermid LAVA: Plates Without the Wait

Fast and easy to use, MacDermid LAVA thermal plate processing is optimized for processing 25 in. x 30 in. plates, supporting up to 50 in. x 80 in. for maximum productivity. LAVA integrates easily with the most popular front-end prepress systems and software, making it a plug-and-play solution for almost any workflow.

LAVA Thermal Plate Processing Features:

  • Press ready plates in less than an hour
  • Eliminates solvents and VOC’s in platemaking
  • Reduced footprint and improved ergonomics
  • Advanced Design
  • Internal filter system for reduced footprint
  • Automated lid lift for work efficiency
  • LED illumination


MacDermid LAVA NW Thermal Plate Processor

LAVA NW Thermal Plate Processing System

The LAVA NW is specifically designed for narrow web applications with a sleek and efficient design and small overall footprint. The advanced design of the LAVA system incorporates an internal filter system, vapor management system, durable sub-frame, an automated lift lid, ultra-modern motors, and LED illumination.
Download:  MacDermid LAVA NW Brochure - Adobe PDF, 675K

MacDermid LAVA NW-M Thermal Plate Processor

LAVA NW-M Thermal Plate Processing System

The LAVA NW-M plate processing system's small footprint reduces platemaking space and can create press-ready plates in less than an hour, instantly improving productivity and workflow. LAVA thermal processing eliminates the need for solvents and makes in-house platemaking a viable option for the mid-web market.
Download:  MacDermid LAVA NW-M Brochure - Adobe PDF, 698K

MacDermid LAVA 4260 Thermal Plate Processor

LAVA 4260 Thermal Plate Processing System

The LAVA 4260 is designed to process MacDermid’s high-quality plates up to size 42 in x 60 in (1,066.8 mm x 1,524 mm), resulting in press-ready plates in less than an hour. The advanced design of the LAVA system incorporates an internal filter system, vapor management system, durable sub-frame, an automated lift lid, ultra-modern motors, and LED illumination..
Download:  MacDermid LAVA 4260 Brochure - Adobe PDF, 713K

MacDermid LAVA 5080 Thermal Plate Processor

LAVA 5080 Thermal Plate Processing System

The LAVA 5080 is the ideal thermal processing system for web-web applications. This system can process MacDermid’s high-quality plates up to size 50 in x 80 in (1270 cm x 2032 cm), resulting in press-ready plates in less than an hour. The advanced design of the LAVA system incorporates an internal filter system, vapor management system, durable sub-frame, an automated lift lid, ultra-modern motors, and LED illumination.
Download:  MacDermid LAVA Brochure - Adobe PDF, 653K