Since 2000, the IGT Global Standard Tester (GST) has been a trusted part of printability laboratories worldwide. After more than two decades of service, the GST platform has now officially reached its End of Service (EOS). Spare parts are no longer available, and ongoing service, repairs, and calibration support can no longer be guaranteed. Continuing to rely on legacy equipment may expose your lab to unplanned downtime and operational risk.
A Seamless Upgrade Path
To ensure continuity, reliability, and future-ready testing, we recommend transitioning to the IGT Amsterdam — the direct successor to the GST series.
The IGT Amsterdam not only performs all tests previously possible on GST-models, but also delivers significant gains in automation, precision, and efficiency.
Key Benefits for Your Lab
- Dual printing shafts (optional in-register capability)
- Integrated camera-based analysis for Pick (ISO 3783), mottling, Heliotest, print penetration, IGT roughness, and hydro-expansivity
- Constant and accelerating speeds with interval times as low as 0.02 seconds
- Fully programmable test methods with easy USB-data export
- Integrated doctoring system for gravure applications
The result: improved repeatability, reduced operator dependency, faster test cycles, and enhanced data traceability.
Full specifications are available here: https://www.igt.nl/product/ams-2/
Let’s Discuss Your Situation
If your GST is still part of your daily workflow, we would be pleased to discuss a structured transition plan to minimize disruption.
Our team is available to:
- Provide a detailed quotation
- Arrange a live or virtual demonstration
- Discuss trade-in opportunities
- Review your current testing setup and advise on optimization
We look forward to supporting your next step in printability testing. Contact us at sales@igt.nl
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