Printing apparatus and method
US6932455B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 30, 2003 |
| Grant date | Aug 23, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41J2/16508
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A inkjet printing device comprising a drum platen, the platen having a recess in its circumferential surface. The recess is adapted to accept an inkjet servicing device. The inkjet servicing device, for example a spittoon, may be permanently or semi-permanently located in the recess. Alternatively, The inkjet servicing device, for example a printhead wiper element, may from time to time pass into or through the recess.
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