Plates and colour
Artwork is separated into print-ready plates as needed; dimensions and colour are checked before production.
Flexographic printing
A rotary process using flexible printing plates and anilox rollers to print on reel-fed label stock.
PRINTING TECHNOLOGY / EXPLAINED
What is flexographic printing?
Flexography is a rotary printing method in which a flexible raised-image plate transfers ink directly onto a substrate. Label stock is commonly fed from a reel, enabling repeating artwork to be printed on suitable paper and film materials.
For roll labels, printing, drying and compatible finishing can be planned as one production workflow.
01 / THE PROCESS
How does it work?
Ink transfer
An anilox roller meters the ink, and the flexible plate transfers the image onto the moving substrate.
Reel and finishing
Ink is dried or cured; die-cutting, waste removal and rewinding may follow according to the job.
02 / APPLICATIONS
Where is it used?
Product labels
Roll labels for food, beverages, personal care and cleaning products.
Repeat designs
Jobs produced repeatedly with consistent artwork and dimensions.
Compatible flexible stock
Paper or film selected for the specific ink and printing process.
03 / BEFORE PRODUCTION
What should be considered?
Plate making and press setup are part of the process. Quantity, number of versions, substrate, colour requirements and winding direction are considered together; there is no universal cost-effective minimum.
GOOD TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions.
Does flexography need a printing plate?
Yes. Artwork is prepared on flexible printing plates; colours and artwork changes can affect setup.
Can it print on any roll material?
No. Surface properties must be compatible with the ink and drying or curing system.
MACHINE PARK
All presses ↗
