D50 Lighting for Printing & Publishing

When it comes to printing and publishing, color accuracy is key. Human vision plays an essential role in inspecting and approving printed work at a publisher, but variations in lighting conditions can make visual assessments challenging or inaccurate.

This is especially difficult for printing and publishing companies, as customer approvals of printing proofs are a critical stage in the order process. Inconsistencies between the lighting used during production or inspection station processes compared to that of the customer’s viewing environment can result in incorrect approvals or rejections of material – resulting in costly delays down the line.

Fortunately there’s a way to mitigate these risks by standardizing your company’s lighting environment with D50 standards: one of several light sources specified by The International Commission on Illumination (CIE). By using this light source you can ensure accurate color judgment when approving printed materials; reducing errors caused by discrepancies between different environments where proofs may be viewed.