WHEELING, Ill., August 1, 2008 – Building on the success of last year's Infinity WF 36 scanner, BÖWE BELL + HOWELL is now shipping 42- and 48-inch models of its award-winning wide-format scanner. 

Designed to convert documents up to 42 and 48 inches wide (depending on the scanner model) into digital images with speed and accuracy, the new Infinity WF 42 and Infinity WF 48 scan in bitonal, grayscale and color.  Both models can reach rated speeds up to 6.1 inches per second (ips) in color at 300 dpi, and up to 6.9 ips in bitonal at 400 dpi.

Infinity WF 36-, 42- and 48-inch models have suggested retail prices of $14,790, $22,490 and $27,990, respectively.

New Models Meet Wider Range of Needs

Infinity WF scanners are reliable solutions for geographic information systems (GIS), government agencies, and architectural, engineering and construction firms looking to reproduce large-scale documents such as maps, land surveys and architectural drawings.

"Infinity WF 36 has attracted the attention of wide format users who are particularly impressed by the scanner's speed and the quality of images produced," said Russell Hunt, president of BÖWE BELL + HOWELL
Scanners.  "The new models offer our customers the same high quality performance they have come to associate with BBH products over the years."

Infinity WF 36 recently won the "BERTL's Best 2008" Award in the wide format scanner category.  BERTL, a market leader in independent analysis of digital imaging devices and workflow solutions, chose the Infinity WF 36 as
the 'Best Innovative & Fastest Performance Color Wide Format Scanner' for its fast speed, true network connectivity, easy-to-use Web browser interface and built-in touch screen.

All Infinity models produce clear digital images with advanced SharpShooter™ CCD cameras.  The cameras combined with an LED light source allow users to extrapolate image resolutions up to 1200 dpi.  The LED lights last the life of the scanner and help produce consistently crisp images.

An improved touch screen allows users to zoom in on and navigate scanned images.  Bundled scanning software allows users to quickly and easily change scanner settings, and select both the scan location and file output type.

Reliable and Accessible Scanning

All Infinity WF models come with features that make scanning easier and more efficient.  For example, the scanner's white LED lights do not require a warm- up period, and automatic camera calibration ensures the scanners are ready to scan as soon as they are turned on.

A smooth transport system and Auto Width Detection technology, which allows users to pass documents through the middle of the scanner table, prevent fraying or damage to the document.  Image Rotation allows users to
feed a large document lengthwise and then rotate the scanned image to the proper orientation.

The network capability of Infinity WF ensures accessibility.  Users do not have to download drivers or software and can send files directly from the scanner to an FTP server, printer, folder, e-mail, or USB (an option available
for purchase).

Infinity WF ships with a scanner stand, assembly tools, software for image capture and enhancement, network and crossover cables, a calibration kit, a cleaning cloth and an installation guide.  As a network scanner, Infinity does
not require a dedicated PC. The crossover cable can, however, easily connect the scanner to a dedicated PC, should a user prefer to do so.

The Infinity WF Series is Energy Star: Imaging Version 1.0 compliant and is offered exclusively by BÖWE BELL + HOWELL's value-added resellers in the United States.  Each scanner is backed by a one-year, onsite warranty.

About BÖWE BELL + HOWELL Scanners

BÖWE BELL + HOWELL Scanners is always adding value to its full line of fast and dependable scanners to help organizations easily and cost-effectively transform documents into flawless digital images.  BBH constantly innovates to meet customers' imaging needs with its high-end Spectrum XF Series, midrange Trûper Series, entry-level Sidekick Series and wide-format Infinity WF.  Based in the Chicago area, BÖWE BELL + HOWELL Scanners has an international presence selling scanners through a worldwide channel of distributors and value-added resellers.  The company is a business unit of BÖWE BELL + HOWELL.  For more information, call 1-800-SCAN-494 or visit www.bbhscanners.com.