Random batch photofinishing

Details Random batch photofinishing Random batch photofinishing

1994-05-12

1996-11-19

Rutledge, D.

Photography

Fluid-treating apparatus

396620, G03D 1300

Patent

active

055767940

ABSTRACT:
A process and apparatus are provided for printing individual customer rolls of photographic film in a batch that differs from the film batch during development. Individual film rolls are collected during printing in batches that are based in major part on optimizing the use of photographic paper. The film is scanned after development to determine information available only then, such as the image format, and the film is batched during printing based on efficient paper use. Each film roll is provided with a unique identification number that is used for tracking the film rolls throughout processing and printing. Information required for printing is entered into the system in association with the unique number and is used in combination with information determined after film development for optimizing the printing operation based on the paper required.

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