Praxair Surface Technologies
anilox sleeves offer advantages to the flexographic printers because they have been designed to be lighter, easier to handle, and require less storage space. The ease of handling means set-up for initial, and repeat runs can be streamlined. Smoother changeover means decreased downtime, and easy adjustment means reduced need for large inventories of steel cylinders.
The systems air cushion technology provides better shock absorption and impact resistance. The side face are also protected, resulting in reduced inner layer damage and better corrosion protection, leading to longer press life.
Print quality is improved using anilox sleeves, as the sleeve system offers a better compromise between line screen and volume choices, higher line screen count availability, improved image contrast and better ink metering control. Anilox sleeves are available in custom widths up to 1.7 meters (67 inches).