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Printing press and method for removing ink build-up

US5553546A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 26, 1995
Grant dateSep 10, 1996
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Expiry dateOct 26, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41F35/00
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A web printing press and a method of reducing ink build-up on a printing cylinder of a web printing press are described. The web is moved sideways, either by web guides or by moving a web roll stand, during a printing cylinder wash operation to aid in removing ink build-up.

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