PREPRESS z Plate advantages
Azocar , is also very satisfied with the performance of the plates because they maximize productivity on press , with fewer unscheduled press stops and hence , less waste . “ The Flexcel NX plates guarantee us excellent ink transfer , smooth solids and robust on-press performance . In addition , they allow us to accurately reproduce the sharpest image detail , offer high strength for high press speeds and greater durability for consistency throughout the press run and in replenishments .”
He says , “ My experience with the Flexcel NX plates has been very good , and what is really extraordinary is the fact that there are no unscheduled stops on the press , and with a single adjustment this plate no longer needs to be adjusted or stopped for jobs sharing the same characteristics . We have been able to increase speeds without having to apply more pressure , and the plates withstand these runs and stay in the same condition , so we have been able to be more efficient . At Siflex we have no press stops caused by the plates and this helps us to work without interruptions , to be able to repeat prints and to save on-press time and energy . We are convinced that we have the best print quality , and we don ’ t have to replace plates due to dot loss , so all this underscores the quality and value of Flexcel NX plates .”
z Quality & sustainability add up to economic benefits
Sirhan reveals , that the company , has been producing a higher print resolution with the Flexcel NX plates than earlier . “ Added to this benefit is the peace of mind of having in-house plate production , which allows us to respond to any demand from our customers and to adjust job times as we need to .”
He concludes , “ The investment in Flexcel NX has been worthwhile , because not only has it allowed us to reach more customers , but it also generates concrete benefits such as printing with fewer colors and achieving the same result as printing with eight colors , for example . Thanks to this and the other savings achieved with the equipment from Miraclon , such as using fewer plates , less need for equipment usage and therefore also less solvent usage , we are a more sustainable business . It also brings us other benefits such as not having problems with plates as we did before . So , all of that translates into an economic benefit .”
The pandemic has been a challenge for Siflex Packaging , but being classified as an essential company , it has been able to maintain production , despite the problems caused by the shortage of raw materials . Sirhan is positive about the future . “ This year the company is already growing , and we hope to continue to do so in the coming year , as we have a very close relationship with our customers , and we strive to build customer loyalty with the best quality and service .” z
z Esko facilitates for more automation
Pin Point Block enhances flexo with Esko
Pin Point Block is taking advantage of the latest developments in flexographic technology from Esko to enhance its entire plate making operation , introducing the full Esko Crystal line of platemaking solutions at its facility in Ahmedabad , India . The sister company of Pin Mark Block , one of India ’ s leading flexographic trade shops , Pin Point Block has installed the Esko CDI Crystal 5080 XPS and innovative Print Control Wizard software to deliver more automation , enhanced quality , increased simplicity and improved reliability to the plate
5 February 2022 Packaging South Asia
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