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Printing systems and methods using keyless inking and continuous dampening

US6951174B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 15, 2004
Grant dateOct 4, 2005
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Expiry dateApr 15, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB41P2235/22
  • WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Keyless inking and dampening systems and methods are disclosed which employ application, subtractive and dampening roller systems to control the ink/dampening fluid film on the form roller. A clean-up roller removes residual ink from non-image areas on the printing plate.

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