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(number) - back - (number)

E.g. 4-back-4. Method of expressing the number of colours printed on each forme of a signature. Therefore, 4-back-4 refers to a signature printed in four colours both sides.

102-2

Heidelberg 102 (maximum stock width 1020mm) 2-colour speedmaster press.

102-6

Heidelberg 102 (maximum stock width 1020mm) 6-colour speedmaster press.

2a Copy

The version of a Bill produced after Second Reading.

3B2

Code driven typesetting system, similar to Miles, but offering greater WYSIWYG and graphics handling options. Used at the FM unit in House of Commons for the pagination of Vote Bundle items.

3KT

Abbreviation for the three-knife trimmer on the binding line(s) in the finishing department.

74

Heidelberg 74 (maximum stock width 740mm) 2-colour speedmaster press.

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