offset printing technology


transfer of ink
The transfer of offset printing ink to the printing substrate or intermediate carrier through splitting the ink layer is mainly affected by the following parameters: the thickness of the ink layer on the offset printing plates (ink supply), the period of contact (printing speed and geometry of the printing components), […]

Offset printing inks – transfer


powder application offset printing
In sheet-fed offset printing, the conventional ink is still not thoroughly dry when the sheet arrives at the delivery pile. Consequently one of the major requirements in sheetfed offset printing is the avoidance of smearing, offsetting (transfer of ink onto the following sheet), and blocking in the pile (sheets lying […]

Powder Application in Offset Printing










blanket for printing
Although printing blankets may appear similar on the surface, there are a number of factors to consider when selecting the proper blanket for your press and printing application. Printing blankets have many physical properties that vary depending upon the manufacturer and the blanket style. Characteristics such as: print quality release […]

Printing Blanket Characteristics