Flexographic printing continues to grow in popularity as the printing process of choice for many packaging & label applications. Flexo-printing offers a high quality finish in addition to reliability and versatility, making it an invaluable tool for printing businesses. However, there are many options to choose from as far as flexographic printers are concerned. This article will aim to shed light on some of the most innovative of these machines, using our own range as illustrative examples. The following machines utilise flexible photopolymer plates, much like those used in letterpress printers. In addition, the print speed of each machine can be optimised for compatibility with a range of fast-drying inks.
'Save the Date' - March 1st 2017 Open Invitation to visit Focus Label Machinery & our Manufacturing, Production & Showroom facilities: Digital inkjet technology is a growing thought pattern for the majority of Label Print Businesses. Here at Focus Label we have developed a hybrid production tool to take your business into this market place whilst still delivering the core flexographic model your production has been used to with our Servo driven Proflex, e-Flex and Reflex range.
The Flexographic printing process offers businesses many benefits, not the least of which is significant cost savings when doing medium to large print runs. However a modern flexo press equally it also has the ability to handle short, medium and high output levels, this printing process can accomplish small or large jobs be that in single colour or in multiple colours. How does a flexographic printing machine accomplish such a high level of quality so cost-effectively and in such a short amount of time? It can do so because of the following robust, high-performance components.
Today’s narrow web printing machines are at the centre of the printing industry, offering many options for customisation. There are many ways to reduce downtime with these machines, by using the right technology, the right consumables, and by optimising your print process.
Flexo-printing technology continues to be a economical, productive & reliable means of printing labels and other packaging products, despite its competition with other printing technologies. It is more popular than ever, with global sales increases being seen in 72% of the available flexo printing equipment and converting models, according to the US-based Flexographic Technical Association (FTA).
If you’ve been considering purchasing new printing equipment for your business from a UK manufacturer, the low value of the pound is great news. There’s no better time than now to place your order. Our wide range of market-leading printing equipment are on offer for the same rates as earlier in the year. When coupled with the lower value of the pound against the US dollar, this means that you can get your hands on all of our label printing machinery for nearly 20% less than you would have paid just four months ago. If you had of invested $100,000 in May 2016 you could have purchased equipment worth £64,000. Today the same capital would be worth £79,000 – a huge increase in value.
