How to Choose the Right Printing Rollers for Your Press
The quality of your printing results often starts with one of the most overlooked components: printing rollers. Selecting the right ones affects print clarity and ink transfer and impacts your press's lifespan and efficiency. Here's how to make the right choice in six simple steps: 1. Identify Your Press Model Every printing press, whether offset, DI, or duplicator, requires rollers designed to match its specific configuration. Press models often have unique roller counts and sizes, so verify compatibility before purchasing any roller or kit. 2. Select the Correct Roller Kit Rollers are typically sold in kits such as 4-roll, 5-roll, or 6-roll setups that match your press's ink and dampening systems. Choosing a pre-assembled kit can save time and ensure all components work seamlessly together. 3. Understand Roller Types · Form Rollers apply ink or water directly to the plate. · Mete...