UPrint Technologies to Showcase Innovative Printing Solution at InfoFlex 2023

Spartanburg, SC, March 12, 2023 – UPrint Technologies, a leading provider of advanced printing solutions, has announced its participation in InfoFlex 2023. InfoFlex has become the premier event for the flexible packaging, corrugated packaging, and label printing industry. The exhibition will take place from April 17-18, 2023, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, OH.

INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS. BETTER PRINTING

At InfoFlex 2023, UPrint Technologies will showcase its latest flexo printing solutions. This includes, Digital Plate Making Equipment, Ink Management Solutions -equipment and software-, Nano Doctor Blades, Anilox Maintenance Strategy Services, as well as Ink Viscosity Monitoring Solutions. The company’s flexo printing solutions are designed to meet the needs of customers in various industries. For example the food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and more.

“We are excited to participate in InfoFlex 2023 and demonstrate our innovative flexo printing solutions to the industry,” said Edward Scheppink, CEO of UPrint Technologies. “Our flexo printing solutions are designed to help customers improve productivity, reduce waste, and deliver high-quality prints with maximum efficiency.”

State of the Art Digital Flexo Plate Engraving Solutions

With UPrint Technologies’ digital flexo plate engraving solutions the flexo printer can achieve many benefits. One of these benefits is the improved print quality, combined with cost effectiveness. Therefore, UPrint Technologies offers a complete solution of equipment, and work flow. What’s more, UPrint Technologies also offers direct engravable plates, aligned with the flexo plate engraving technology.

Introduction of Awarded Ink Viscosity Monitoring Systems

Viscosity is the single most crucial ink parameter in flexo printing that has a big impact on print quality output. It is therefore vital to have real-time viscosity data to monitor viscosity properly. Through the next generation of sensors, major improvements of viscosity monitoring have been achieved. Among these improvements are, no re-calibration during the sensor life time, nonsensitive to vibrations from its surrounding, as well as saving previous jobs’ viscosity parameters.

INNOVATIVE SOLUTIONS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO BETTER PRINT QUALITY AND EFFICIENCY

Furthermore, UPrint Technologies will showcase the revolutionary Nano Doctor Blade Technology, Smart Ink Management Solutions, and Anilox Maintenance Strategy Services.

UPrint Technologies’ team of experts will be available at Booth 740. At their booth the exhibition visitor will find all the company’s flexo printing solutions showcased. The show will also allow to discuss how they can help customers achieve their printing goals.

About UPrint Technologies

UPrint Technologies is a leading provider of advanced flexo- and screen printing solutions. Their solutions help customers achieve their printing goals with maximum efficiency. Thus the company’s portfolio of printing solutions includes digital flexo plate engraving solutions, ink management systems, Nano technology doctor blades, rotary screen printing solutions, and non-contact functionality optimization. UPrint Technologies is committed to providing its customers with outstanding quality, service, and support.

For more information, please contact:

Edward Scheppink
UPrint Technologies, LLC
(864) 278 0400
info@uprinttech.com

How does a clean anilox contribute to high quality printing and production efficiency?

Where do you need to attend to when using an anilox

An anilox is a critical component of the flexo printing process. Therefore it is essential to keep them well-maintained to ensure optimal performance and print quality. Here are some important procedures to attend to for an anilox.

1. Cleanliness: Regular cleaning is critical to maintaining the anilox’s optimal performance. The cells of the anilox can become clogged with ink or debris. This can lead to inconsistent ink transfer, lower print quality, and potential damage to the roller. Regular cleaning helps to prevent these issues.
2. Cell volume: The cell volume of the anilox determines the amount of ink transferred to the printing plate or substrate. It is essential to maintain the cell volume of the anilox to ensure accurate ink transfer and color reproduction. Measuring the cell volume periodically can help you identify when the anilox needs to be replaced or re-engraved.
3. Engraving quality: The quality of the anilox’s engraving is crucial to its performance. A well-engraved anilox ensures consistent ink transfer and print quality. Regular inspection of the anilox’s engraving can help identify any potential issues that may affect its performance.
4. Storage and Handling: Proper storage and handling of an anilox is important to maintain their performance and extend their useful life. An anilox should be stored in a dry, clean environment, and handled carefully to avoid any damage to the cells or engraving.

In summary, attending to anilox’s cleanliness, cell volume, engraving quality, and storage and handling is critical to ensuring optimal performance and print quality. Regular maintenance and inspection can help identify any potential issues and therefore prevent problems from arising.

What are the benefits or a well cleaned anilox?

Cleaning your anilox regularly and effectively is essential to ensure consistent and high-quality printing. Here are some benefits of a well-cleaned anilox

1. Consistent Ink Transfer: A well-cleaned anilox helps to ensure consistent ink transfer. This is necessary for producing high-quality prints. By removing any clogged cell, the ink can be transferred evenly and consistently onto the substrate. Thus resulting in a sharper, more defined image.
2. Increased Print Quality: A clean anilox helps to produce higher quality prints by reducing the occurrence of printing defects like pinholes, streaks, and color variations. This is because a clean anilox can deliver the right amount of ink to the printing plate or substrate, leading to accurate color reproduction and sharp images.
3. Longer Anilox Life: Regular cleaning of your anilox can also help to extend its lief. By removing any built-up ink or debris, you can prevent damage to the cells of the anilox, reducing the risk of wear and tear and extending its useful life.
4. Reduced Downtime: A well-maintained anilox can help to reduce downtime, as there will be fewer instances of ink-related issues that require troubleshooting and cleaning. This means less time spent on maintenance and more time spent on actual printing.
5. Cost Savings: By keeping your anilox clean and well-maintained, you can avoid costly repairs or replacements that may be required if the anilox becomes damaged or worn due to neglect. Additionally, consistent print quality can reduce the need for rework and reprints, saving both time and money

In summary, a clean anilox is essential for achieving high print quality, it ensures consistent ink transfer, accurate color reproduction, longer anilox life, reduced downtime, and cost savings.

How will UPrint support you in your anilox cleaning strategy?

Keeping your anilox well-maintained contributes to better print quality and production efficiency. UPrint Technologies offers a program of cleaning agents for the daily, and weekly cleaning of your anilox.

And what is more, our sister organization UPrint Services provides a unique deep anilox cleaning process. With state of the art deep cleaning solution, we bring the cell volume of your valuable anilox to an almost new engraved anilox.

UPrint Services supports this process with anilox status reporting, when received, and after cleaned. We will also provide you with an assessment of window of replacement of the anilox.

How does viscosity monitoring contribute to better print quality?

The importance of ink viscosity monitoring in flexo printing

Viscosity is the single most important variable in flexo printing that has a big impact on your print quality output. Monitoring of viscosity during the flexo printing process involves measuring and controlling the consistency or thickness of the ink.

1. Consistency: viscosity monitoring helps maintain consistent ink viscosity throughout the printing process. This ensures that the ink flows evenly and consistently onto the substrate.
2. Cost savings: you will reduce ink, and substrate waste, as well as downtime.
3. Improved print quality: with ink viscosity monitoring you prevent common print defects such as dot gain, color shift, and poor ink transfer.
4. Increased productivity: you will reduce the frequency of ink changes and downtime associated with adjusting ink viscosity.
5. Improved ink management: by monitoring viscosity, you can better manage your ink inventory by using the ink efficiently. This can lead to a more sustainable and cost-effective printing operation.

What options are available for ink monitoring?

To monitor viscosity, you have different options, such as a viscometer or a rheometer to measure the ink’s viscosity at different stages. You can do this manually or automatically. Automatic viscosity monitoring systems can continuously measure viscosity. And what is more, you can adjust ink flow to maintain consistent viscosity levels throughout the printing process.

What results can you expect when not monitoring properly?

If viscosity is not monitored in flexo printing, you may expect several issues. These issues can negatively impact the printing process and the quality of the printed products, including

1. Inconsistent print quality: ink viscosity affects the ink’s flow and transfer properties. Therefore it can lead to uneven ink coverage and color density, resulting in poor print quality;
2. Dot gain and color shift: inconsistent ink viscosity can cause dot gain. In that case the dot in the print becomes larger than intended. The color shift, in its turn, is when the printed color deviates from the desired color. These issues can make the final product appear blurry, fuzzy, or distorted;
3. Ink waste: inconsistent ink viscosity can cause to discard ink batches that are not suitable for printing. This results in ink waste and increased production costs;
4. Downtime and reduced productivity: frequent adjustments to ink viscosity can result in downtime. This will cause delays and reduction in productivity;
5. Inefficient use of ink: inconsistent viscosity can result in the ink being used inefficiently, and thus resulting in increased ink consumption and additional costs

Why would you choose automated viscosity monitoring over manual?

There are several reasons why you would prefer automated viscosity monitoring over manual viscosity monitoring

1. Increased accuracy: automated viscosity monitoring systems use advanced sensors and software to measure viscosity accurately and consistently. This will result in more precise viscosity readings;
2. Time-saving: continuously monitoring viscosity reduces the manual checks and adjustments. Therefore, it saves time and increases productivity;
3. Real time adjustments: automated viscosity monitoring systems provide real time adjustments to ink viscosity. That will ensure that the ink remains within optimal range for printing, without the need for manual intervention;
4. Cost-effective: the reduction of ink waste, minimizing down-time, and increase of productivity combined, results in cost savings and a more efficient printing process;
5. Quality control: automated viscosity monitoring systems will maintain consistent ink viscosity throughout the printing process. Therefore, the print quality remains high and uniform.
   

Overall, automated viscosity monitoring is a more efficient, accurate, and cost effective way to monitor and control ink viscosity. That is why it is the preferred choice for many printing operations.

How does Rheonics differ from other viscosity monitoring systems?

A Rheonics viscosity monitoring sensor is a compact symmetric torsional resonator. This solution executes at microscopic high speed twisting vibrations. Therefore it does not change the ink behavior in itself. This robust technology is insensitive to both contamination by ink residues and the influence of mechanical vibrations of the printing machine.

The Rheonics SRV offers high accuracy and reproducibility. The resonator is completely balanced, therefore the accuracy is immune to its mechanical environment. The system comes calibrated and does not need calibration during its lifetime. Furthermore, the Rheonics SRV provides constant viscosity monitoring and real time read out every second. This will keep your viscosity within a very tight range.

How can you by choosing the right doctor blade increase print quality and profitability combined?

The doctor blade is a small but central part of the printing process

A doctor blade is a small but central part of the printing process. As such, it controls the thickness and consistency of the applied ink.

In printing, the doctor blade is used to remove excess ink from the surface of the anilox. This way it leaves only the ink required for printing behind. This ensures that the ink is applied evenly and accurately. This in its turn helps to produce high quality prints.

The doctor blade can be made of a variety of materials, including metal, plastic, and rubber. The choice of material depends on the application and the properties of the material being applied.

How can the right doctor blade contribute to increased print quality and profitability combined?

Using a bad or worn-out doctor blade can lead to various problems in printing. Some of the common problems that tell you to change your doctor blade are:

1. Inconsistent printing: A bad doctor blade can cause uneven application of the ink, resulting in inconsistent print quality. This can lead to quality issues and can effect the overall appearance and performance of the final print.
2. Excessive material waste: A bad doctor blade may not be able to properly remove excess ink, and thus leading to wastage of material and increased production costs.
3. Reduced printing speed: A worn-out doctor blade may not be able to remove the ink quickly enough, and therefore leading to slower production speeds and longer production times.
4. Damage to the anilox: A bad doctor blade can cause scratches or other damage to the anilox, which can lead to poor print quality or the need for costly repair or replacements.
5. Increased maintenance and downtime: Using a bad doctor blade can increase the frequency of maintenance and downtime required for the printing equipment. As such a the bad doctor blade may therefore need to replaced more frequently or may cause equipment issues.

How can we meet increasing demands on productivity and sustainability combined with increasing profitability?

We are confident that this is possible if we focus on all the parts in the chain. The high quality Swedish steel, used in PrimeBlade doctor blades for instance, is made from recycled steel. And what’s more, it can be further recycled into new products after end-of-life as a doctor blade.

The packaging industry is facing a transformation, where all parties involved need to participate actively. Therefore, solutions, concepts, and products need to be designed in such a way that they may interact seamlessly with others up or down the value chain.

PrimeBlade doctor blades are designed to create a worry-free production environment, to ensure consistency in printing, avoid excessive material waste, and damage to the anilox. Only this way, you will achieve high quality printing, with increased profitability.

Raising the image……… can anything be improved?

UPrint Technologies proudly launches a new screen for tactile printing, 75 Mesh Extra

Screen for Braille printing, a well accepted technology in label printing
When it comes to printed Braille, the usual method is to use rotary screen printing as a narrow web combination process. Screen is ideal for laying down thick layers of ink or a colorless varnish in a single pass to form the raised dots within precise limits.

As well a labor intense process
The reached Braille printing results with rotary screen exacerbates the labor intense process of applying multiple emulsion layers (up to 40 with a typical target total thickness of 220 – 230 micron) and long machine occupation when you engrave the stencil digital.

What if we could achieve the same printing results and reduce time to press?

Innovation by UPrint Technologies
UPrint Technologies is proud to announce the launch of innovation in screen Braille printing with:

75 Mesh Extra

This rotary screen provides equal print quality compared to regular 75 Mesh. Due to higher screen thickness (200 micron instead of 150 micron), you need significant less emulsion to reach the same target thickness of 220 – 230 micron. In fact, you can reach this required thickness with only 10 – 15 emulsion layers*).

Efficiency in pre press and quick time to press
The reduction of emulsion layers will shorten the screen making process. Combined with faster digital imaging of the screen, you furthermore improve time to press.

This is another example of UPrint Technologies’ commitment to the label printing industry.

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*) each emulsion layer assumed to be 2 micron, depending the lacquer viscosity and room temperature

Technical Specifications of 75 Mesh/40% Compared

UPrint Technologies, LLC starts distributing state of the art RK-S squeegees

UPrint Technologies, LLC is proud to announce its distributorship of RK-S in North America. The RK-S squeegee program is a logical extension of the product portfolio of UPrint Technologies. RK-S RS Type squeegees work perfectly with UPrint Mesh for label printing. For plate material (such as Screeny), RK-S offers for each Gallus narrow web printing machine a dedicated squeegee.

Better Printing Results
By understanding that a squeegee contributes to a better print result and higher efficiency, RK-S is supporting the printing industry by providing high quality products, made up of polyurethane, carbon fibre or glass fibre reinforced plastics.

RKS Philosophy
It is the philosophy of RK-S to find or develop the right blade solution through working closely with the printer and in true wish to contribute in solving the printing issues. By actively participating in several forums that have the objective to exchange knowledge and improve the competitiveness of printing technology, RKS is demonstrating its commitment to various industries.

Top Priority: Quality and Continuous Innovation
The persuasion that the right squeegee contributes to improved printing result is reflected in the company focus and product portfolio. This has resulted in a comprehensive product program of systems and stabilized squeegee blades, squeegee grinder, peripherals as well as special application solutions. It is clear, that RK-S considers the production of state of the art high quality blades as a science rather than a side activity. That is why RK-S considers high quality and innovation as the top priorities.

UPrint Technologies
UPrint Technologies is a solution provider for the graphics printing industry. The RK-S philosophy fits seamlessly with UPrint Technologies’ product portfolio. The unique material composition of RKS squeegees are adjacent to the high quality Mesh of UPrint Technologies. The combination of high quality squeegee and Mesh will contribute to print quality, print efficiency and reduction of squeegee consumption.

With the addition of the RK-S squeegee program, UPrint Technologies provides the label printer a “one stop shopping” experience, with Mesh, End Rings, Gear Wheels and recently also squeegees.

Discover the unique benefits by yourself
Simply give us a call and request your free sample. We will tailor our samples to your unique printing technology.

FROM COLOUR PAINS TO PERFORMANCE GAINS

For hundreds of label printers worldwide, GSE’s manual ink dispensing system with ink management software has provided long-term cost savings, consistent colour quality and full traceability.

The new Colorsat FCS (Formula Checkweigh System) with GSE Ink manager software brings efficiencies that can cut ink costs by up to 30 per cent. It’s the proven solution for all your conventional process inks – including flexo, offset, gravure, screen and letterpress.

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UPRINT TECHNOLOGIES assumes North and Central America Sales, Marketing and After-Sales activities for GSE DISPENSING

SPARTANBURG, SC
July 14, 2020

Effective August 1st, 2020 the sales, marketing and after sales services activities of GSE Dispensing Inc. in North and Central America will be continued by UPrint Technologies, LLC. UPrint Technologies is since 2017 active as the sales agent for GSE Dispensing and acquiring their distribution is considered a logical next step.

Delivering robust, fast and smart dispensing equipment, software and services, are the key pillars of GSE Dispensing. With the advanced in-house developed software you receive the best thinkable support in tackling ink-related wastes in your printing workflow.

UPrint Technologies focuses on multiple printing markets supplying high quality and efficient solutions to keep your printing operation fluid. UPrint has built a team of service technicians and has several warehouses, where we keep stock for supply to the North and Central American markets. Only this commitment will guarantee quick turn around and keeping your operations running.

UPrint Technologies is a total solution provider. Whether you need equipment or consumable for pre press, ink room, press room or speciality solutions, you may find a solution for your need. For more information of our product portfolio, please visit www.uprinttech.com.

Thank you for the continued business relationship, you are very valued as a customer and your business is highly appreciated.

About Us : Passionate Printing Solutions Providers

Innovative products. Better printing.

At UPrint Technologies, we help printers perform at their best. From the pressroom to prepress and quality control, we deliver smart, proven solutions that improve print quality, reduce waste, and increase efficiency across flexo, rotary screen, corrugated, and metal decoration printing.

Who We Are

UPrint Technologies is a solutions-driven partner for the printing industry, representing leading global brands while providing strong local expertise. We combine advanced technology with hands-on industry knowledge to support printers facing today’s challenges. For instance, tight margins, rising material costs, sustainability demands, and the need for consistent, high-quality output.

We don’t just supply equipment; instead, we help customers optimize processes, gain control, and achieve predictable results.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to help printers achieve better printing through smarter technology, measurable control, and reliable support.

To achieve this, we focus on delivering innovative, future-ready solutions that improve print quality while simultaneously reducing waste and increasing efficiency. In doing so, we help our customers create real, long-term value from their production processes.

At the same time, we believe technology alone is not enough. Therefore, by combining leading global solutions with strong local expertise and hands-on support, we enable printers to operate with confidence, adapt to changing market demands, and continuously improve their performance.

What We Do

We offer a carefully selected portfolio of technologies that support the entire printing workflow:

• Printing & Prepress Solutions – Supporting flexo, rotary screen, corrugated, and metal decoration printing
• Ink & Viscosity Control – Real-time monitoring for consistent color and reduced waste
• Plate & Screen Technologies – High-quality, durable solutions for sharp and repeatable print results
• Cleaning & Maintenance Systems – Efficient solutions that save time, water, and labor
• Quality Assurance & Process Control – Measurement-driven tools that turn data into actionable insight

Each solution is chosen with one goal in mind: delivering measurable value on press.

Our Partners

We proudly collaborate with leading technology providers such as Rheonics, Hell Gravure Systems, AMEX, RK Siebdrucktechnik, GSE Dispensing, Clean Solutions Group, PrimeBlade, StroboX, and others. These partnerships allow us to offer best-in-class solutions while staying at the forefront of printing innovation.

Local Support. Global Technology.

What sets UPrint Technologies apart is our local service and support. Our experienced team works closely with customers—from installation and training to optimization and ongoing support. With local inventory and fast response times, we ensure minimal downtime and maximum confidence.

Why UPrint Technologies

• ✔ Industry-focused expertise
• ✔ Proven, future-ready technologies
• ✔ Strong local service and support
• ✔ Practical solutions with clear ROI

We believe better printing starts with better control, better insight, and better partnerships.

Let’s Improve Your Print Performance

Whether you’re looking to improve print quality, reduce waste, or gain more control over your process, UPrint Technologies is ready to support you.

Let’s talk.