Articles on Process Control

Delivering Cost Savings and State-of-the-Art Plate and Screening Software Solutions to Flexible Packaging Industry Pioneer Overview Elmhurst, Illinois-based Bema is a full-service flexible packaging printing company specializing in the highest quality, small to medium run sizes. With 10 color state-of-the-art press capabilities, the company serves the food, pet care, and industrial sectors specializing in precision-engineered, … Read More...
The Quiet [Plate] Killer One very common yet difficult question to answer in our industry is, “How many feet or impressions should I expect to get out of my photopolymer plates?” Considering the number of factors that must be taken into consideration, certainly anyone faced with this question should hesitate at least momentarily before answering. … Read More...
Rich solids. Smooth vignettes. Intricate details. Design elements like these continue to challenge the Flexo industry to improve. Many of today’s flexo printers continue to rise to those challenges with innovations and processes that advance their Flexo print capabilities. In an effort to showcase the advancements in flat top plates, high-end screening, and UV-LED concurrent … Read More...
Learn how expanded gamut technology raises your productivity and makes printing more profitable. A lot of companies are still not sure whether or not fixed palette printing is a good idea. This document from Esko demystifies a number of common recurring beliefs about extended gamut technology that keep printing companies from reaching their full potential. … Read More...
We have recently introduced G7 Master Printer certification program for flexographic operations allowing us to assist in profiling flexo presses and confirm for printers that they're printing consistently based on G7 specifications. G7 is a process that helps printers print consistent color, with less preparation and less waste, and reliably produce high quality printing that … Read More...
The anilox roll is often considered the heartbeat of the pressroom. They are a major contributor to high quality and productivity or, in turn can be a direct cause of print defects and machine downtime. They also represent a large investment by the company. Many problems can be avoided and money saved with a well-maintained … Read More...