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Increasing Corrugator Speed case study

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Increasing Corrugator Speed - Case Study Because of today's increasing pressure on box makers to increase production and reduce costs, it is time to study equipment that is known for increasing corrugator speed capabilities. Let's design and build the best infrared drying system for this corrugating unit. In this case the best system is needed and the OXYTECH SYSTEMS™ talented fabricators are the best choice to design, manufacture and install the custom built infrared drying system for increasing corrugator speed.  This system is for a traditional style gas heated corrugating unit.  Our test subject is a typical gas fired corrugator that runs consistently up to 500 board feet per minute.  This is the absolute top speed for this machine.  Greenbond  ...
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Anilox Rolls for Narrow Web

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Simplifying Anilox Rolls for Narrow Web Anilox Rolls for Narrow Web solve the critical problem of ink consistency and fine detail in label and specialty packaging production. Narrow web converters rely on precision ink transfer to achieve sharp graphics, scannable barcodes, and vibrant colors on small substrates. These specialized anilox rolls ensure accuracy, durability, and efficiency for converters working in the fast‑paced narrow web printing industry. 1. What Are Narrow Web Anilox Rolls? Narrow web anilox rolls are precision‑engineered cylinders designed for label presses and small‑format packaging applications. Unlike wide web rolls used in corrugated or flexible packaging, narrow web rolls handle substrates such as pressure‑sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, and tags. Their ceramic coatings and laser‑engraved cells deliver controlled ink ...

Anilox Rolls for the Tag and Label Industry

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We make it easier to source anilox rolls for the tag and label industry.  New Anilox Rolls | Anilox Roll Repair Anilox Rolls for the Tag and Label Industry solve the critical problem of achieving consistent ink transfer and fine detail in narrow web printing. Tag and label converters demand sharp graphics, vibrant colors, and reliable barcodes on small substrates. These specialized anilox rolls ensure precision, durability, and efficiency for converters producing labels, tags, and specialty packaging. 1. What Are Anilox Rolls in Tag and Label Printing? Anilox rolls are precision‑engineered cylinders coated with ceramic and laser‑engraved with microscopic cells. In the tag and label industry, these rolls deliver controlled ink volumes to printing plates, ensuring consistent coverage on narrow ...

Wide Web Anilox Rolls for Packaging

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We make sourcing wide web anilox rolls for packaging organizations simpler. High quality Wide Web Anilox Rolls for Packaging solve the critical problem of ink consistency across large substrates. In wide‑web flexographic printing, converters face challenges with uniform ink transfer, color density, and print clarity. These specialized anilox rolls ensure smooth coverage, sharp graphics, and reliable performance for packaging applications that demand precision at scale. 1. What Are Wide Web Anilox Rolls? Wide web anilox rolls are precision‑engineered cylinders designed for large format flexographic presses. Unlike narrow web rolls used in labels or small packaging, wide web rolls handle substrates such as corrugated sheets, folding cartons, and flexible packaging films. Their ceramic coatings and laser‑engraved cells deliver controlled ink volumes ...

Anilox Rolls for Corrugators

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We make it easy to source new and refurbished anilox rolls for the corrugated industry. The Flexo Factor team has many years of experience pertaining to all aspects of anilox rolls.  We have expertise in manufacturing, distribution, troubleshooting, and rebuilding anilox rolls.  Consulting services are also available.  We are agents and distributors for manufacturers of new and refurbished anilox.This is the one place to call for anything pertaining to anilox rolls.  We know how to increase the life of rolls, speed up the board feet per minute and how to decrease waste.  We provide the best practices, best equipment and best service. Anilox Rolls for the corrugated industry are precision engraved that helps  solve one of the biggest challenges in ...

Feed Rolls

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We make it easy to source feed rolls and to get feed roll surfaces replaced and journals repaired if necessary. Feed Rolls Precision Feed Rolls for Corrugated and Flexographic Printing industries Feed rolls are critical components in corrugated and flexographic printing systems. These rolls guide, grip, and transport substrates such as paper, board, and film through the press with accuracy and consistency. At The Flexo Factor, we supply and service feed rolls from National Roll Kote and other trusted manufacturers, ensuring that printers achieve maximum efficiency and reliability in every production run. What Are Feed Rolls? Feed rolls, sometimes referred to as feeder rolls, are engineered to maintain precise control over substrate movement. They apply uniform pressure and grip, preventing slippage and misalignment ...

Ink Metering Rolls

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We make it easier to source or repair/rebuild/resurface ink metering rolls! Ink Metering Rolls Precision Ink Control for Flexographic Printing Ink metering rolls, also known as doctoring rolls or doctoring rollers, are essential components in modern flexographic and gravure printing. These rolls precisely control the volume of ink transferred to the printing plate, ensuring consistent coverage, sharp detail, and reliable color reproduction. At The Flexo Factor, we supply and service ink metering rolls from NRK Rolls and other trusted manufacturers, making us the authorized agent for industry‑leading solutions. Why Ink Metering Rolls Matter Every printing operation depends on accurate ink distribution. Ink metering rolls regulate ink film thickness, reduce waste, and improve print quality. By maintaining uniform ink flow, these rolls minimize defects such as streaking, ...

Polykote Flexo Wiper Rolls

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We make it easy to source the optimal flexo wiper rolls. Wiper Rolls for Flexographic Authorized Agent of National Roll Kote (NRK) Flexographic printing is the heartbeat of the corrugated container industry, and one of the most critical yet often overlooked components in this process is the flexo wiper roll. These rolls directly influence ink transfer, print clarity, and production efficiency. As an authorized agent of National Roll Kote (NRK), The Flexo Factor proudly supplies corrugated manufacturers with Polykote polyurethane wiper rolls engineered for durability, precision, and superior ink release. Why Flexo Wiper Rolls Matter: Consistent Ink Control: Sharp graphics and legible text on corrugated substrates. Reduced Waste: Minimizes smudging and substrate rejection. Extended Equipment Life: Reduces wear on anilox ...

National Roll Kote

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Me make it easy to source and repair National Roll Kote Ink Metering Rolls and Doctoring Rolls for the printing, packaging and cardboard industry. The Flexo Factor is an authorized agent for National Roll Kote.  Call for the best replacement rolls, new rolls and roll repair.  1-704-962-5404 NRK Anilox Rollers     *     NRK Glue & Meter Rolls      *     NRK Feed Rolls National Roll Kote™ (NRK) is an established full-service manufacturer of high-performance rolls. The NRK team has a 35+ year track record of technological innovation, unsurpassed quality and exceptional service. NRK is a primary vendor to several Corrugated OEM equipment manufacturers. Glue Roll NRK specializes in the manufacturing of New and Reconditioned Anilox, Glue & Meter Rolls.  We have extended ...
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Best Procedures for Cleaning Printing Plates

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Best Procedures for Cleaning Printing Plates To achieve consistent print results from your printing plate you must clean them on an as needed basis and most certainly at the end of each print run. Maintaining your printing plates or cliches whether they are photopolymer or elastomer in nature is of paramount importance before, during and after every run. Unless your printing plate or engraved print sleeve is new it is vitally important that you check each of them for any contamination or damage that may prevent you from achieving consistent printed images Whether your plate is mounted onto a plate cylinder or sleeve it may also need intermediate cleaning during the print run should any hickies, ink build up on ...
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AZTECH Converting Systems

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EZ-Tilt Roll Handling Equipment The AZTECH E-Z Tilt 600 Large Roll Tilt System is designed and manufactured to remove large, heavy rolls of material from a horizontal shipping and storing position to an upright operating position, an age old problem from the printing and converting industry. Capable of lifting and tilting rolls of material up to 600 lbs (272kg) the E-Z Tilt Series is a rugged, yet simple to operate, just maneuver the expandable center core boom directly over the roll core, utilize the standard side to side shift for precise positioning, lower into the core center and expand boom to clasp the inside of the core. The rolls then may be easily lifted utilizing the standard hank crank, or …

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Print Sleeve Storage Systems

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Print Sleeve Storage Systems We are pleased to offer a high quality, sensibly priced sleeve storage systems for the flexographic industry. Our systems install easily and can be expanded to meet future storage needs. Flexo Print Sleeve Storage Rack The basic unit stores 200 sleeves. Various designs expand this basic unit into 400, 600, 800 and 1000 sleeve storage systems. The footprint of the basic storage frame measures: 4m long x 3m wide x 3.5m high Sleeves to 1300mm are stored [2] high in each frame. More complex designs such as two-level systems and systems with load bearing second level storage areas are available upon request. Rack Storage Unit Rack Design The basic sleeve storage system is made of [5] ...
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Anilox the Heart of the Press or the Achilles Heal for Flexo?

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Anilox the Heart of the press or the Achilles heal for Flexo? The anilox in its simplest form is device used to collect a given amount of ink or coating and transfer it consistently to the surface of the modern photopolymer printing plate. Sounds simple and it really is or as many might say it is not rocket science! Considering the vital role that the anilox plays in everyday flexo printing it is still not understood by many operators due to lack of training and education within print shops worldwide. From its humble beginnings as a crude two roll blank ink metering device designed to transfer the early aniline dyes to the equally crude nail and felt raised images the …

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Increasing Corrugator Speed case study

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Increasing Corrugator Speed - Case Study Because of today's increasing pressure on box makers to increase production and reduce costs, it is time to study equipment that is known for increasing corrugator speed capabilities. Let's design and build the best infrared drying system for this corrugating unit. In this case the best system is needed and the OXYTECH SYSTEMS™ talented fabricators are the best choice to design, manufacture and install the custom built infrared drying system for increasing corrugator speed.  This system is for a traditional style gas heated corrugating unit.  Our test subject is a typical gas fired corrugator that runs consistently up to 500 board feet per minute.  This is the absolute top speed for this machine.  Greenbond  ...
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Ultraviolet Curing Systems

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Let us help boost your corrugator coating and printing speeds and profits with Ultraviolet Curing Systems! For Ultraviolet Curing Systems Call:  1-704-962-5404 Ultraviolet curing (UV Curing Systems) and dramatically increase your corrugator coating and printing speeds.  It will also help to significantly reduce ink consumption. The UV Ink has a photo initiator which is activated by the LED ultraviolet lamps.  By curing the ink faster, less ink is required because there is less time for the ink to soak into the board.  The same is true if a coating or varnish is used to coat the board before and/or after the ink is applied. Ultraviolet Curing Systems Consume Less Energy The LED Curing system is consumes much less energy and ...
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Infrared Drying Systems

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Let us help boost your corrugator speeds and profits with Infrared Drying Systems! Please call with any questions about Infrared Drying Systems  1-704-962-5404 Infrared drying systems (IR systems) eliminate greenbond issues and dramatically increase corrugator speeds.  It will also help to significantly reduce starch consumption. Infrared Drying Systems for Box Makers By using infrared drying systems to improve the drying process of glue/starch during the corrugating process the glue/starch will dry faster and more consistently.  Corrugator glue/starch dries by evaporating the water in the glue/starch.  Because infrared energy evaporates water from the glue faster and more consistently less glue is needed.  The result is that the speed of the corrugating process may be increased by up to 33%.  Also, because ...
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Flexo Water Based Ink

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Flexo Water Based Ink and Coatings  Whether you are looking for everyday inks and coatings or specialty inks and coatings we can meet all you needs as a distributor of Arpo Inks full range of products These include but are not limited too the following :   Meta-Scratch- specifically for lottery tickets and scratch off inserts Aqueous – These film inks come in a wide range of strengths form printing on various films for lamination and direct printing Accupro – Developed especially for the tag & label markets on paper substrates and offered in a wide range of strengths to suit every application ArproTherm- For direct or indirect thermal printing applications with its high heat properties is able to eliminate ...
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Parts Cleaners

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We supply the optimal parts cleaners which are designed for whatever you are cleaning. This system is specifically designed for cleaning parts used in gas central heating boilers and combi boilers. SYSTEMS FOR CHLORIFIERS/HEAT EXCHANGERS Reduced flow or blockage due to magnetite or lime scale build up in chlorifiers and heat exchangers is one of the biggest reasons for boiler failure in gas fired heating systems. This usually results in these costly parts being replaced as it is virtually impossible to remove the contamination. On the other hand, our ultrasonic system will successfully clean the inside of these units, allowing them to be re-fitted and normal flow to be returned. Designed for easy use and portability, these cleaners are an ...
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The Essential Guide to Ultrasonic Cleaning for Industry

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The Essential Guide to Ultrasonic Cleaning for Industry 11 Things You Need To Know About Ultrasonic Cleaning The Essential List of Do's and Don'ts in Ultrasonic Cleaning Questions To Ask Before You Start Introduction Benefits of ultrasonic s over alternative cleaning methods What are you trying to achieve Questions to ask about the tank Size of tank required Baskets Heat Questions to ask about the Ulatasonics Sweep Ultrasonic Frequency Ultrasonic Power Requirements Questions to ask about the cleaning process Degassing Cleaning Chemicals 1. Introduction Ultrasonic cleaners are unsurpassed when it comes to removing contaminants from virtually any hard surface that can be safely immersed in a cleaning solution.  The challenge is selecting the correct ultrasonic cleaner, its setup, appropriate cleaning ...
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A DIGITAL & HYBRID PRINTING OVERVIEW by David Lee

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A Digital & Hybrid Printing Over View by David Lee, March 8, 2021 Variable data printing (VDP) (also known as variable information printing (VIP) or variable imaging (VI) is a form of digital printing, including on-demand printing, in which elements such as text, graphics and images may be changed from one printed piece to the next, without stopping or slowing down the printing process and using information from a database or external file.  Digital and Hybrid printing equipment   Click here to get your copy of the FREE 'How To Stay Ahead In The Label Printing Industry' guide! The most basic level involves changing the salutation or name on each copy much like mail merge. More complicated variable data printing ...
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Choosing the Right Disinfectant

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Disinfectant is having its moment in the spotlight, due to the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic. Maintaining a clean facility and home is now essential. With the increased emphasis on disinfected surfaces comes increased misinformation and misconceptions. Purchasing a disinfectant can be challenging as the list of active ingredients are lengthy and often difficult to understand. Disinfectants exist to kill microbes and pathogens. Some active ingredients are safer for humans, the environment, and equipment than others. Understanding the science behind how disinfectants and their active ingredients work, and why some are safer, can help you decide which disinfectants will work best for your facility. Contact Time Before jumping into ingredients, let’s talk about contact time. All disinfecting products need to stay …

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Epsilon Composite Rollers

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Epsilon Composite is a specialist in rollers and technical parts for flexographic and offset printing machines.Announcement: The Flexo Factor is the Approved Distributor representing Epsilon Composite in North America! Technical carbon fibre rollers for the printing industry (flexo & offset) Flexography, also known as flexo, is an innovative printing method that uses a flexible plate to transfer ink directly to various substrates such as plastic, metal foils, cellophane, paper or cardboard. Flexo printing is most often used for printing food and beverage packaging. Objective: demonstrate the effectiveness of the EPSILON carbon composite solution A unique process for the design and manufacture of carbon tubes that achieves unparalleled mechanical characteristics (longitudinal and transverse stiffness) thanks to the “K1” technology that combines ...
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Arden Dies

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The Flexo Factor - The Authorized USA Distributor of Arden Dies - "Making our mark on the label sector" Arden Engraving Rotary and Flat tooling for the Label Industry Making an impression on your senses Arden Engraving Ltd. has long been a byword for high quality embossing and hot foil stamping tools for the packaging sector. Customers within the label industry can now benefit from our years of experience and continual investment into the latest machining technologies. We're already supplying tooling to some of the world's largest label producers with both Rotary and Flat bed tooling. We're confident the industry will welcome an alternative supplier for these complex tooling sets. Making an impression on your senses Whether machining your tools ...
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Focus Label Machinery

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Focus Label Machinery LTD - Label Printing Machines Since 1981 Focus Label, where we design, manufacture & install all types of label printing machines – from inline label printing machines, heat transfer printing machines, silk screen printing machines, to rewinding machines. Whatever you need, we can provide. HM300 FLX New from Focus The Flexo’ units can be used for printing and the application of a wide variety of UV curable release coatings. The machine utilises the latest Rhino GEW UV system, Double sided Vetaphone corona treater and Proact web cleaner. The coating module incorporates Valco Melton coating equipment, now standard issue on the full range of Elite Cameron Hot Melt Coaters. The head accurately applies stripes or full width, streak ...
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Lundberg Waste Collectors

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Lundberg Tech Waste Collectors, Granulators & Cutters • Reduced volume of waste by cutting the waste • High cutting efficiency • Ability to cut very thin materials, down to 5-10 microns • Increased air speed through and during the cutting process • Easy to adjust, multiple screws for adjusting the fixed blade • Construction with high stability • Lubrication system performing by gravity without compressed air • Special composites of hard metal and cutting knives • Low maintenance costs • Very long lifetime: granulators more than 25 years old are still operating • Broad product line with entrance from 55-520 mm and no. of knives from 2-12 on the rotor Lundberg Tech Waste Cutter Lundberg Waste Collectors The complete Lundberg ...
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Handheld Stroboscope

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Handheld Stroboscope The Nova‐Pro™ Handheld Stroboscope line is a series  of powerful portable visual  inspection and speed measurement tools. We have combined  all  the  features  of  our  hand  held  LED  stroboscopes together with a full function laser tachometer  to  create  a  compact,  ergonomic  and  extremely powerful two in one predictive maintenance  tool.   The  stroboscope  light  source  is  made up of twelve LED’s which are extraordinarily bright yet extremely efficient allowing cool continuous operation  and  extremely  long  battery  life  (up  to  19  hours on a single charge). Continuous operation is also possible with the optional AC adapter. . Nova‐Pro 100 Handheld Stroboscope: Designed for simple stroboscopic stop motion  inspection  and  RPM  measurement  applications. The integral laser module is an optional item  ...
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Fixed Mount Stroboscopic Inspection Systems

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illumiNova™ Fixed Mount LED Stroboscopic Inspection Systems The illumiNova™ fixed mount LED stroboscopic inspection systems are designed for continuous use in high speed applications requiring crisp, clear, stop moon quality inspection. The extraordinarily bright LED’s provide an ultra uniform white spectrum light. Available in a six inch model or one foot lengths up to 8 feet, with 3 different lens options to ensure you will have light coverage for any job. The powerful on board intuitive digital controller allows the user to quickly set flash rates, flash duration, brightness levels and many other advanced features. Flash rates can also be triggered remotely using machine mounted sensors connected directly to illumiNova’s digital input or use the optional remote controller to extend ...
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Digital Coating Stations Utilizing Ceramic Laser Engraved Anilox Sleeves and Rollers

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Digital printers are enjoying explosive growth throughout on print markets and around the world but do have an Achilles heel that if not dealt with correctly can lead to a multitude of issues. I am referring to the need for priming and over coating of many materials which is being accomplished in most cases with a convention Flexo coating unit complete with a laser engraved anilox. These coatings help to improve print speeds, adhesion, color density and give added bleed resistance. Other coatings can improve scuff resistance, create a matt or gloss finish, and even a tactile feel to the finished product. The problem is that many companies that have got into digital have little or no Flexo experience and …

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Care and Handling of Anilox Coating Sleeves for Digital and Offset Presses

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Care and Handling of Anilox Coating Sleeves for Digital and Offset Presses by Steven Wilkinson Unless you already have a flexographic printing press most digital and offset printers can become very frustrated with their flexo coating units inability to achieve consistent coat weights and worse still the damage that can be caused to the engraved sleeve due to mishandling. The heart of the coating unit is the anilox . This generally consists of a tube that is ceramic coating and then laser engraved with individual cells of varying numbers and depths that are created by means of a laser beam. The first and most important thing to understand about the ceramic coating is that while it is very abrasion resistant ...
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Enhanced Gold QRE

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Enhanced Gold QRE Doctor Blades Simplifying the mystery of Enhanced Gold QRE doctor blade selection. Steve is pleased to introduce Enhanced Gold QRE .  This is a high-performance steel blade material with an extended life. Steve has spent more than 30 years experimenting, testing, troubleshooting, developing and supplying the optimal anilox roller doctor blades for specific jobs. Just request a quote with the fast form below or call in and Steve will make it very easy to either replace the blades you have or if you are considering a change in blades, call in and let's have a chat.   QRE Material The QRE material is based on a newly developed heat-treating process that results in a metallurgy that provides ...
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Cleaning Solutions for Manual Cleaning of Anilox On and Off Press

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Like it or not your operator is going to have to manually clean their anilox prior to or during a print run. Choosing what cleaning chemistry to apply can either make the task quick and effective or an absolute nightmare! The first task is to determine what ink/coating formulation you have in helping to select the right product for the job. Knowing if you are dealing with a Water, Solvent, UV or combination of these ink chemistries is fundamental as all cleaning solutions have been especially formulated to clean specific ink pigments and resins. When asked which type of inks are the most difficult to clean they are usually surprised to learn that water based inks and coatings generally present …

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Eliminate to Rejuvenate!!

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Eliminate to Rejuvenate!! If you are struggling to remove staining, camouflaging, banding and general contamination from your anilox then you need look no further as we have the perfect answer, it is a solution we call “Eliminator”. Developed after many years of research this product has helped hundreds of printers worldwide rejuvenate anilox that would otherwise have been reworked unnecessarily. The product is intended mostly for manual cleaning of any anilox, particularly if you do not have any mechanical means of cleaning the engraved surface whether it is ceramic or chrome plated. That said most media and liquid pressure wash systems struggle to remove stubborn staining and marking particularly on ceramic engraved surfaces which is why many customers also find …

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Dirty Anilox

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Dirty anilox. Two words that can mean the difference between you being able to print good quality graphics, retain your customer, or even make a profit. Yet it is these very words that I have heard every day for my entire career and continue to do so which in part is why I formed The Flexo Factor several years ago to provide a “One stop shop” range of products, solutions and technical support to help printers of all sizes overcome this everyday challenge. What must be realized is that the anilox is “the heart of the press”. Just like your own heart if you don’t look after it at some point in time it will fail and you will suffer …

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Blast That Roller

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Blast that roller – Considering how relatively fragile the ceramic coating is on any anilox roll, the word ” blast” is not the type of noun that I would recommend associating with cleaning of any anilox. That said this is a word that many printers associate with cleaning of their anilox with the use of baking soda, plastic media or even water blasting the surface of their anilox to assist with the removal of dried ink. While this process does indeed remove the dried ink and coatings from the surface and to some extent from within the engraved cell none of these methods is able to fully remove the contamination from the very bottom of the cell and certainly not …

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The Flexo Factor is pleased to introduce the ACE Vertical Plate Cleaning System.

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The Flexo Factor introduces the ACE Vertical Plate Cleaning System. Offered in two formats: LCV-30S for plates up to 66.929 x 98.425” LCV-40S for plates up to 82.677 x 110.236” This ergonomically designed machine with its vertical format gives every printer the ability to clean printing plates in a fast and efficient manner with minimal operator effort With its clear folding doors the operator can watch the printing plate cleaning process. This machine is designed to easily handle the largest printing plates or multiple smaller plates. The cleaning process is carried out with a combination of high pressure spray nozzles and cleaning brushes. It uses a blend of water and detergent. All parts which come in contact with the cleaning ...
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New Year Savings & Stock Clearance!!!

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New Year Savings & Stock Clearance!!! 2 Roll/Sleeve/Parts Ultrasonic Cleaning Unit for Sale Includes: All stainless 316 construction Stainless lid Auto filtration Stainless steel basket Separate holding tank Drying bars Rinse bars Control cabinet including 4 FMG 600 w/ generators for maximum cleaning efficiency Thermostatically controlled heaters for holding and wash tank Touch screen control and fully programmable PLC Requires 451A 3 phase power Training & Commissioning Features: Machine can clean up to two anilox rolls or sleeves at a time ( max 59″ wide) Average clean cycle 30 – 60 min Addition stainless basket also permits parts to be cleaned Uses a water /solution mix and is suitable for all types of inks water,UV and solvent. Thanks to the …

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Astounding Anilox Roll Restoration

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Are you struggling to achieve color strength, density, graphic quality and consistent ink lay down? Even If the answer is only some of the time for any of the above issues then it’s time to restore your rolls! This does not necessarily mean re-coating and engraving your rolls but does mean deep cleaning your anilox beyond which your blast or pressure wash systems cannot do. The best option is to ultrasonically clean your rolls but what if you don’t have time for this? This only leaves manual cleaning which often does not work because the cleaning product you have traditionally used fails to achieve a uniform deep clean of the ceramic engraved surface. Do not despair for we have the …

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From The People Who Made Doctor Blade Technology A Science

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From The People Who Made Doctor Blade Technology A Science Even though doctor blades may seem an insignificant consumable that should be cheap, they are more critical than you may realize. We offer a full range of materials, edge profiles and treatments to help ensure the consist transfer of your inks and coatings and at the same time help to guarantee the performance and longevity of your anilox. Manufactured by Allison Systems Corporation – an IS0 9001 Registered Company Metal, plastic and composite options Various edge profiles and thickness Custom lengths and uncut rolls Blade analysis Free blade samples can be provided for test purposes Our team of experts at The Flexo Factor can help you make the right choice …

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The Flexo Factor brings Vemax to North America

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The Flexo Factor brings Vemax to North America The Flexo Factor is proud to annouce that in conjunction with Vemax and AVT, for the first time in North America, we will be exhibiting one of Vemax’s state-of-the-art slitter/rewinder/inspection systems. Vemax is based in San Paulo, Brazil and has been designing and building world class equipment for the converting industry for over 27 years. Mr. Julio Altemani, President of Vemax, had the following statement to make: “With our tremendous success in South America and the rest of the world, we felt that the time was right to enter the North American market and are delighted to be able to be represented by The Flexo Factor.” We are proud to represent Vemax …

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Another Great Ultrasonic Install!

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Another Great Ultrasonic Install! The Flexo Factor is proud to announce our newest installation at Werthan Packaging, Inc. Werthan Packaging continues to be one of the major producers of multi-wall paper bags for the pet food industry nationwide. We recently installed our Dual Automatic Ultrasonic cleaning system at their packaging facility in Whitehouse, TN. This particular machine has a fully automated ultrasonic two roll tank that will automatically fill, wash, rinse and dry the anilox or parts to be cleaned. Cleaning has never been easier! Come see it in person at the Werthan Open House October 25-26. Benefits of Caresonic Ultrasonic System: Customizable to suit your plant requirements Cleans rolls and sleeves of various sizes Environmentally safe and ozone friendly …

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A Platemounter Like No Other

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A Platemounter Like No Other TheFlexoFactor is a premier partner with Tectonic International’s Flexico V5 plate mounter and your source for high quality flexographic cleaning solutions. The Flexico V5 mounts plates quickly and accurately which promotes a safer, more efficient printing operation. Benefits of Flexico V5: Fast and accurate mounting of plates Reduce waste and setup time Hands-free fine tuning for registration Standard models or custom builds available Features of Flexico V5: Pneumatically operated plate clamp for ease of mounting Precision adjustment for plate to cylinder/sleeve operation High resolution (720p) color cameras for optimal viewing Two 19” wide screen color TFT monitors Duel LED “super-bright” lighting Rigid construction, bearing block mounts, locking keys Suitable for microdot register marks Have we …

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Anilox Rolls for Narrow Web

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Simplifying Anilox Rolls for Narrow Web Anilox Rolls for Narrow Web solve the critical problem of ink consistency and fine detail in label and specialty packaging production. Narrow web converters rely on precision ink transfer to achieve sharp graphics, scannable barcodes, and vibrant colors on small substrates. These specialized anilox rolls ensure accuracy, durability, and efficiency for converters working in the fast‑paced narrow web printing industry. 1. What Are Narrow Web Anilox Rolls? Narrow web anilox rolls are precision‑engineered cylinders designed for label presses and small‑format packaging applications. Unlike wide web rolls used in corrugated or flexible packaging, narrow web rolls handle substrates such as pressure‑sensitive labels, shrink sleeves, and tags. Their ceramic coatings and laser‑engraved cells deliver controlled ink ...

Anilox Rolls for the Tag and Label Industry

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We make it easier to source anilox rolls for the tag and label industry.  New Anilox Rolls | Anilox Roll Repair Anilox Rolls for the Tag and Label Industry solve the critical problem of achieving consistent ink transfer and fine detail in narrow web printing. Tag and label converters demand sharp graphics, vibrant colors, and reliable barcodes on small substrates. These specialized anilox rolls ensure precision, durability, and efficiency for converters producing labels, tags, and specialty packaging. 1. What Are Anilox Rolls in Tag and Label Printing? Anilox rolls are precision‑engineered cylinders coated with ceramic and laser‑engraved with microscopic cells. In the tag and label industry, these rolls deliver controlled ink volumes to printing plates, ensuring consistent coverage on narrow ...

Wide Web Anilox Rolls for Packaging

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We make sourcing wide web anilox rolls for packaging organizations simpler. High quality Wide Web Anilox Rolls for Packaging solve the critical problem of ink consistency across large substrates. In wide‑web flexographic printing, converters face challenges with uniform ink transfer, color density, and print clarity. These specialized anilox rolls ensure smooth coverage, sharp graphics, and reliable performance for packaging applications that demand precision at scale. 1. What Are Wide Web Anilox Rolls? Wide web anilox rolls are precision‑engineered cylinders designed for large format flexographic presses. Unlike narrow web rolls used in labels or small packaging, wide web rolls handle substrates such as corrugated sheets, folding cartons, and flexible packaging films. Their ceramic coatings and laser‑engraved cells deliver controlled ink volumes ...

Anilox Rolls for Corrugators

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We make it easy to source new and refurbished anilox rolls for the corrugated industry. The Flexo Factor team has many years of experience pertaining to all aspects of anilox rolls.  We have expertise in manufacturing, distribution, troubleshooting, and rebuilding anilox rolls.  Consulting services are also available.  We are agents and distributors for manufacturers of new and refurbished anilox.This is the one place to call for anything pertaining to anilox rolls.  We know how to increase the life of rolls, speed up the board feet per minute and how to decrease waste.  We provide the best practices, best equipment and best service. Anilox Rolls for the corrugated industry are precision engraved that helps  solve one of the biggest challenges in ...

Feed Rolls

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We make it easy to source feed rolls and to get feed roll surfaces replaced and journals repaired if necessary. Feed Rolls Precision Feed Rolls for Corrugated and Flexographic Printing industries Feed rolls are critical components in corrugated and flexographic printing systems. These rolls guide, grip, and transport substrates such as paper, board, and film through the press with accuracy and consistency. At The Flexo Factor, we supply and service feed rolls from National Roll Kote and other trusted manufacturers, ensuring that printers achieve maximum efficiency and reliability in every production run. What Are Feed Rolls? Feed rolls, sometimes referred to as feeder rolls, are engineered to maintain precise control over substrate movement. They apply uniform pressure and grip, preventing slippage and misalignment ...

Polykote Flexo Wiper Rolls

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We make it easy to source the optimal flexo wiper rolls. Wiper Rolls for Flexographic Authorized Agent of National Roll Kote (NRK) Flexographic printing is the heartbeat of the corrugated container industry, and one of the most critical yet often overlooked components in this process is the flexo wiper roll. These rolls directly influence ink transfer, print clarity, and production efficiency. As an authorized agent of National Roll Kote (NRK), The Flexo Factor proudly supplies corrugated manufacturers with Polykote polyurethane wiper rolls engineered for durability, precision, and superior ink release. Why Flexo Wiper Rolls Matter: Consistent Ink Control: Sharp graphics and legible text on corrugated substrates. Reduced Waste: Minimizes smudging and substrate rejection. Extended Equipment Life: Reduces wear on anilox ...
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AZTECH Converting Systems

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EZ-Tilt Roll Handling Equipment The AZTECH E-Z Tilt 600 Large Roll Tilt System is designed and manufactured to remove large, heavy rolls of material from a horizontal shipping and storing position to an upright operating position, an age old problem from the printing and converting industry. Capable of lifting and tilting rolls of material up to 600 lbs (272kg) the E-Z Tilt Series is a rugged, yet simple to operate, just maneuver the expandable center core boom directly over the roll core, utilize the standard side to side shift for precise positioning, lower into the core center and expand boom to clasp the inside of the core. The rolls then may be easily lifted utilizing the standard hank crank, or …

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Print Sleeve Storage Systems

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Print Sleeve Storage Systems We are pleased to offer a high quality, sensibly priced sleeve storage systems for the flexographic industry. Our systems install easily and can be expanded to meet future storage needs. Flexo Print Sleeve Storage Rack The basic unit stores 200 sleeves. Various designs expand this basic unit into 400, 600, 800 and 1000 sleeve storage systems. The footprint of the basic storage frame measures: 4m long x 3m wide x 3.5m high Sleeves to 1300mm are stored [2] high in each frame. More complex designs such as two-level systems and systems with load bearing second level storage areas are available upon request. Rack Storage Unit Rack Design The basic sleeve storage system is made of [5] ...
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Increasing Corrugator Speed case study

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Increasing Corrugator Speed - Case Study Because of today's increasing pressure on box makers to increase production and reduce costs, it is time to study equipment that is known for increasing corrugator speed capabilities. Let's design and build the best infrared drying system for this corrugating unit. In this case the best system is needed and the OXYTECH SYSTEMS™ talented fabricators are the best choice to design, manufacture and install the custom built infrared drying system for increasing corrugator speed.  This system is for a traditional style gas heated corrugating unit.  Our test subject is a typical gas fired corrugator that runs consistently up to 500 board feet per minute.  This is the absolute top speed for this machine.  Greenbond  ...
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Ultraviolet Curing Systems

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Let us help boost your corrugator coating and printing speeds and profits with Ultraviolet Curing Systems! For Ultraviolet Curing Systems Call:  1-704-962-5404 Ultraviolet curing (UV Curing Systems) and dramatically increase your corrugator coating and printing speeds.  It will also help to significantly reduce ink consumption. The UV Ink has a photo initiator which is activated by the LED ultraviolet lamps.  By curing the ink faster, less ink is required because there is less time for the ink to soak into the board.  The same is true if a coating or varnish is used to coat the board before and/or after the ink is applied. Ultraviolet Curing Systems Consume Less Energy The LED Curing system is consumes much less energy and ...
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Infrared Drying Systems

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Let us help boost your corrugator speeds and profits with Infrared Drying Systems! Please call with any questions about Infrared Drying Systems  1-704-962-5404 Infrared drying systems (IR systems) eliminate greenbond issues and dramatically increase corrugator speeds.  It will also help to significantly reduce starch consumption. Infrared Drying Systems for Box Makers By using infrared drying systems to improve the drying process of glue/starch during the corrugating process the glue/starch will dry faster and more consistently.  Corrugator glue/starch dries by evaporating the water in the glue/starch.  Because infrared energy evaporates water from the glue faster and more consistently less glue is needed.  The result is that the speed of the corrugating process may be increased by up to 33%.  Also, because ...
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Flexo Water Based Ink

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Flexo Water Based Ink and Coatings  Whether you are looking for everyday inks and coatings or specialty inks and coatings we can meet all you needs as a distributor of Arpo Inks full range of products These include but are not limited too the following :   Meta-Scratch- specifically for lottery tickets and scratch off inserts Aqueous – These film inks come in a wide range of strengths form printing on various films for lamination and direct printing Accupro – Developed especially for the tag & label markets on paper substrates and offered in a wide range of strengths to suit every application ArproTherm- For direct or indirect thermal printing applications with its high heat properties is able to eliminate ...
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Parts Cleaners

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We supply the optimal parts cleaners which are designed for whatever you are cleaning. This system is specifically designed for cleaning parts used in gas central heating boilers and combi boilers. SYSTEMS FOR CHLORIFIERS/HEAT EXCHANGERS Reduced flow or blockage due to magnetite or lime scale build up in chlorifiers and heat exchangers is one of the biggest reasons for boiler failure in gas fired heating systems. This usually results in these costly parts being replaced as it is virtually impossible to remove the contamination. On the other hand, our ultrasonic system will successfully clean the inside of these units, allowing them to be re-fitted and normal flow to be returned. Designed for easy use and portability, these cleaners are an ...
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Choosing the Right Disinfectant

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Disinfectant is having its moment in the spotlight, due to the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic. Maintaining a clean facility and home is now essential. With the increased emphasis on disinfected surfaces comes increased misinformation and misconceptions. Purchasing a disinfectant can be challenging as the list of active ingredients are lengthy and often difficult to understand. Disinfectants exist to kill microbes and pathogens. Some active ingredients are safer for humans, the environment, and equipment than others. Understanding the science behind how disinfectants and their active ingredients work, and why some are safer, can help you decide which disinfectants will work best for your facility. Contact Time Before jumping into ingredients, let’s talk about contact time. All disinfecting products need to stay …

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Epsilon Composite Rollers

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Epsilon Composite is a specialist in rollers and technical parts for flexographic and offset printing machines.Announcement: The Flexo Factor is the Approved Distributor representing Epsilon Composite in North America! Technical carbon fibre rollers for the printing industry (flexo & offset) Flexography, also known as flexo, is an innovative printing method that uses a flexible plate to transfer ink directly to various substrates such as plastic, metal foils, cellophane, paper or cardboard. Flexo printing is most often used for printing food and beverage packaging. Objective: demonstrate the effectiveness of the EPSILON carbon composite solution A unique process for the design and manufacture of carbon tubes that achieves unparalleled mechanical characteristics (longitudinal and transverse stiffness) thanks to the “K1” technology that combines ...
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Arden Dies

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The Flexo Factor - The Authorized USA Distributor of Arden Dies - "Making our mark on the label sector" Arden Engraving Rotary and Flat tooling for the Label Industry Making an impression on your senses Arden Engraving Ltd. has long been a byword for high quality embossing and hot foil stamping tools for the packaging sector. Customers within the label industry can now benefit from our years of experience and continual investment into the latest machining technologies. We're already supplying tooling to some of the world's largest label producers with both Rotary and Flat bed tooling. We're confident the industry will welcome an alternative supplier for these complex tooling sets. Making an impression on your senses Whether machining your tools ...
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Focus Label Machinery

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Focus Label Machinery LTD - Label Printing Machines Since 1981 Focus Label, where we design, manufacture & install all types of label printing machines – from inline label printing machines, heat transfer printing machines, silk screen printing machines, to rewinding machines. Whatever you need, we can provide. HM300 FLX New from Focus The Flexo’ units can be used for printing and the application of a wide variety of UV curable release coatings. The machine utilises the latest Rhino GEW UV system, Double sided Vetaphone corona treater and Proact web cleaner. The coating module incorporates Valco Melton coating equipment, now standard issue on the full range of Elite Cameron Hot Melt Coaters. The head accurately applies stripes or full width, streak ...
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