Fountain solution supply system
US5713282A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 22, 1996 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 22, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41F33/0054
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for supplying dampening fluid to a lithographic press dampening system. A metering roller pair is arranged to form a metering nip such that dampening fluid cannot drain away in a circumferential direction when the rollers stop moving. The metering nip constitutes a reservoir capable of being replenished with dampening fluid so the metering rollers can deliver dampening fluid in a manner that prevents contamination. The system includes a pair of metering rollers having a nip at their junction and a sensor for controlling the supply fountain solution available for delivery to the metering nip.
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