Round or Elliptical
What are the truly important differences between electromechanical and direct or indirect laser engravings? |
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“Direct Laser” by Max Daetwyler
“Laser and Chemical Etching”
by Tom Vogt, Laser Graphics Div. of Multi-Color Corp.
“Advances in Electrochemical Engraving” by Dan Comerford, WRE/Color Tech
“Color Control Case Histories: In-Line Color Measurement”
by Nat Stern, eltromat electronics, Inc.
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Dispelling the Need for Cylinder Proofing
The time has come to explore the alternatives and reasons why cylinder proofing should be obsolete.
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“Fingerprint Your Press” by Dan McPhillips, Southern Graphic Systems
“Output Devices (Nova jet, Design jet, etc.)” by Michele Laird Williams, Kodak
“A Separator’s Perspective on Proofing” by Rhett Warner, Schawk
“An Ink Supplier’s Perspective on Proofing” by John Edwards, Sun Chemical
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Quality Interaction
Exploring the Relationships Between Inks, Doctor Blades, and Cylinders. What is “state of the art” in blades, inks, and cylinder surfaces for elimination of streaks, hazing, and maximizing the life expectancy of a cylinder?
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“Interaction Between Ink, Doctor Blade, and Cylinder Surface”
 by Tom Allison, Allison Systems
“Cylinder Surface Finishing - What to Measure”
by John Stamey, Max Daetwyler Corp.
“Ink and Solvent Lubricants” by John Browne, Flint Ink
“Bearings, Cylinders, and TIR” by Sarah Faulkner, Southern Graphic Systems
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Pressroom Safety - Are You Current?
Here is an update on the most recent experiences and advances in asset protection and employee safety.
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“Fire Protection and Control” by Bill Sunter, GAA
“Instrumentation - LEL Monitoring and Controls, Static Elimination”
by Stesano Squicciarini, Nira Instruments
“Solvent Handling, Storage, and Spill Control”
by Gary White, American Inks and Coatings
“Legally Required - Frequently Overlooked Safety Training”
by Robert Fricke, Environmental Safety Management |
Adhesives and Coating Applications
Surveying gravure’s strengths - the application and drying/curing of various coatings and adhesives.
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“Cold Seals” by Jerry Pranga, Henkel Flexible Products Group
"Laminating 101" by Chris Narwold, AET Films
“Energy Curable” by Imitaz Rangwalla, ESI
“Nano Technologies’ Impact on Packaging” by Harris Goldberg, Inmat
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Re-engineering a Gravure Press - Rebuild or Replace?
Evaluating the technical and economic options for upgrading and extending press life vs. purchase of a new press.
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“Advances in Registration Systems” by Ned Walsh, grafikAmerica
“Servo Drives” by Jim Hulman, Indramat
“Tension Controls” by Francois Galloppini, Bobst Group
“Energy Efficiency” by Steve Rach, MEGTEC Systems |
