Method of multi-station flexographic printing including anilox roll with low surface energy zone
US9522524B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Dec 20, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 2, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB41M1/04
- WIPO fieldTextile and paper machines
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An anilox roll with low surface energy zone includes a cylinder having a curved contact surface, an ink transfer zone formed on a first portion of the curved contact surface, and a low surface energy zone formed on a second portion of the curved contact surface. The ink transfer zone includes a plurality of cells configured to transfer ink. The low surface energy zone includes a hydrophobic surface with a contact angle of at least 75 degrees and a surface roughness of less than 100 micrometers.
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