It's May 9th, first day of EskoWorld 2017 with more than 500 Esko users in attendance! Esko's President, Udo Panenka, opened with an overview of Esko's Vision. Esko has been with Danaher for more then 6 years as part of the growing Product Identification Group. During this time X-rite, Pantone, VideoJet and Laetus have joined this group and … Read More...
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Clarifying the Facts for G7® or NNC G7® (also called Near Neutral Calibration, NNC) is not a new term and I am sure many already have at least a basic understanding of what it is, but in my discussions with individuals and companies I still encounter some confusion on the true meaning and application for G7®. To simplify … Read More...
While safety is always at the top of our customer's priority list, often OSHA rules and regulations are not so clear-cut to some of our customer's or at least the individuals working in the production environment. Generally speaking it is APR's focus to provide new innovative ideas and products to make the printers life easier, more … Read More...
While participating in a new press characterization, the customer reported they have been struggling with is variable SID (Solid Ink Density) across the web, however DOT gain is very consistent side to side. What this tells me is that while there may be parallelism between the rollers, i.e. anilox, plate sleeve, and CI (central impression … Read More...
Ink Density, A Universal Problem I can't imagine asking a printer if they ever struggle with achieving color or solid ink density (SID) during a press set up, and they reply with a "no". They would probably be much more likely to roll their eyes and asked me if that was a rhetorical question. The … Read More...
Viscosity and surface tension are two physical characteristics of liquid. Viscosity is simply the measurement of how resistant to flow a liquid is, while surface tension is defined as the resistance a surface to liquid penetration. Viscosity and surface tension are affected by temperature changes. Understanding and controlling ink viscosity remains one of the most significant variables and flexo printing process. … Read More...
APR G7® Expert Renewal APR has been offering G7® expertise to the Flexo Industry for more then 8 years now. 2017 marks our 9th year as a G7® Expert (originally certified in Oct 2008). We are excited to continue our work to help customers explore the potential benefits the G7®/NNC methodology. We can help you … Read More...
ESKO PROMOS Just Released Esko just announced new Esko Promos effective this week! Step-In Bundles CDI + RIP Bundles. These bundles include free High Res optics and special price adjustments. FTA Promo Customers who order a CDI between now and June 30th can choose one of the following benefits: 6 months additional warranty Free Freight Device Manager … Read More...
Rubber platemaking has been around since the early 1900s. For many decades, rubber plates were the standard for flexographic printing. Even today, some printers are using rubber for special applications where extreme durability is mandatory. This form of platemaking is becoming more rare, but it still has a place in modern flexography. The process of … Read More...
Most converters would not consider bypassing an annual Preventative Maintenance (PM) of their flexographic press. While day to day good housekeeping practices and lubrication are key to a well performing printing press, nothing can take the place of a press shut down where proper dryer balance is achieved, rollers aligned, electrical systems checked, tension and … Read More...