Apex International is the leading manufacturer of anilox and metering roll solutions in the world and also the exclusive distributor of the Bellissima DMS Screening, developed by Hamillroad Software. Apex products are used in the Flexographic printing industry as well as the Offset, Industrial Coating and the Corrugated industry. Apex International is launching some Flexo and Corrugated solutions at booth B01:B03 at ScanPack in Göteborg, Sweden. Below you will find a summary:
CORRUGATED SOLUTIONS
Apex offers three solutions to the Corrugated industry: Ultracell laser engraved anilox rolls (in all possible cell engraving patterns for different applications), GTTCORR, the future of Corrugated Anilox for unparalleled consistency and the Accora glue set: a Stainless steel glue roll in combination with a ceramic doctor roll for the most precise and durable glue application. By using Accora, issues like warping, washboarding and uneven glue transfer are a thing of the past. Besides, improper bonding and high starch consumption can be avoided and the quality of the board is always the basis no matter how you print on it later on.
FLEXIBLE PACKAGING & LABEL SOLUTIONS
Fixed palette concept, which includes patented GTT anilox rolls that have been designed to create the most consistent and controlled laydown in the industry, especially important for optimized Fixed Palette in 4 colors or 7 colors. With Fixed palette, flexo printers can streamline press operations, reduce anilox inventory and variation, and reliably deliver consistent quality from the shortest to the longest of press runs.
If Fixed palette or HD Flexoprinting is not the main objective, Apex offers all conventional anilox cell specifications and engraving patterns for different applications of flexoprinting. Ask advice at our stand, also for cleaning, maintenance and auditing of the anilox.
Bellissima DMS screening
Bellissima DMS delivers a previously unobtainable level of image reproduction for flexo. Rivaling the quality of print typically associated with offset and gravure, Bellissima DMS is challenging digital as the future for flexible packaging and labels. Using Bellissima, high-quality prints equivalent to 350-450 lpi are produced with unrivale image reproduction and no color shifts on misregistration. By utilizing fixed palette inks the screening delivers smooth flat tints and moiré free prints. Vignettes fade smoothly to nothing enabled by printed highlight dots as low as 1.0% and shadow dots up to 99.5%.
Working optimally at 4,000 dpi, the patented screening includes features such as 100% solid surface patterning options and solid object protection. Printing press issues including bounce, barring and slur are all reduced significantly, and in some cases, eliminated. Bellissima DMS also delivers on ink savings, which can be augmented by GCR based software, improves the efficiency of the press room, and utilizes existing printing press equipment.
About Apex International:
Apex International is a global leader of anilox, glue set, and metering products and print maintenance solutions. With 5 production facilities on 4 continents, a strong portfolio of clients in over 80 countries and a high-performance continuous improvement culture, Apex’s value proposition is founded on developing solutions to satisfy the complex challenges our customers face every day.
About ScanTeco ApS:
ScanTeco is the exclusive representative for the Apex product portfolio in Sweden, Denmark, Norway and the Baltics for many years. ScanTeco is known for its excellent service level and knowledge of all aspects of printing. Visit the ScanTeco Stand at ScanPack and hear about the latest innovations in Flexo Printing and corrugated board excellence.
About Hamillroad:
Hamillroad Software is a global supplier of software solutions for the prepress industry. Hamillroad solutions help customers save time and money during all stages of the printing process, as well as improving printed image fidelity.
