From metadata-driven automation to advanced color control, the latest Ergosoft RIP release redefines efficiency across production and prepress.
Coming Soon!
Release Date: Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
The Ergosoft RIP 2026 Spring Release introduces powerful enhancements across workflow automation, job layouting, and color management. From fully metadata-driven production to advanced color monitoring tools, this release is built to simplify complexity while increasing control.
Key Takeaways
- Fully automated, metadata-driven workflows with NameLogic and LabelLink
- Faster, clearer prepress workflows in JobComposer
- Improved HotFolder handling and native PPJ support
- Unified and more precise color management tools
- Advanced ColorQPC modules for monitoring and analysis
Automated Workflows and HotFolder Enhancements
With NameLogic and LabelLink working together, the operator gains a fully automated, metadata driven workflo
NameLogic for HotFolders
• Reads keywords from file names to drive job setup
• Automatically defines job parameters like copies, barcodes, and customer data
• Applies production settings without manual adjustments
• Turns file names into ready-to-run jobs
HotFolder Improvements
Flexible job naming options and native PPJ support enable production-ready jobs with embedded Print Environments for consistent output across RIP systems.
LabelLink for Queues
• Automated CSV ticket generation before and after processing
• Flexible ticket creation per job or image
• Customizable fields for job tracking
• Lightweight production tracking without ERP
JobComposer: Ready for All Prepress Tasks
The latest JobComposer update improves clarity, speed, and control across all prepress workflows.
Key Improvements
• Dynamic progress bars across all major wizards
• QueueView for better environment organization
• Reorganized interface for better usability
Image & Layout Handling
• Smarter PDF import with flexible page handling
• Replace Image keeps layout settings intact
• Centralized Image Information with mini-preflight
Additional Enhancements
• Faster PNG processing and SVG import
• Improved Print Marks and Fotoba features
• New Job Label and Variable Text Block elements
Smarter Color Tools for Faster, Flawless Production
This update enhances daily color workflows with improved precision and automation.
Core Enhancements
• Unified Spot Color workflow across vector and pixel formats
• SwatchBook improvements with HEX support and CSV export
• Colorbook PDF generator for professional color references
Additional Tools
• Improved Gamut Viewer visualization
• More precise adjustments with Tune
Precision Tools for Color Perfectionists
Expanded tools provide deeper control and improved analytical capabilities.
Key Updates
• New measuring standards (D50 / D65)
• Advanced CAT methods
• SCTV for consistent spot color tone values
ColorGPS Improvements
• Higher precision through increased iterations
• Expanded RGB patch support
ColorQPC: The Third Generation
Enhanced monitoring and analysis tools for production environments.
• Visualize performance with charts and reports
• Compare sessions using 2D and 3D tools
• Detect channel shifts with Pure Ink Patch Generator
• Ensure consistency across devices with Cross-RIP monitoring
Available Soon – Free for Active Maintenance Users
The Ergosoft 2026 Spring Release is available free of charge for all users with an active maintenance program.
These updates ensure that print service providers have the tools they need to improve efficiency, optimize workflows, and enhance print quality.
For more information, contact our support team.
