Zecher GmbH, manufacturer of anilox rollers and sleeves for the printing industry, has introduced Zecher C.P.T. (Cell Polish Treatment), a further development in engraving technology. The optimisation method is intended to revolutionise the surface treatment of ceramic anilox rollers and sleeves and raise print quality to a new level.
Zecher C.P.T. is a thermal finishing process that is carried out after laser engraving. Process-related sub-microscopic irregularities, such as pores and nano-cracks, which occur during engraving, are thermally eliminated using a new process. This short and precise thermal intervention ensures a ‘polished’ cell structure and reinforces the mechanical stability of the roller surface.
Technical precision
According to Zecher, the advantage of C.P.T. lies in the optimised properties of the cells created by the thermal process. By smoothing the inner walls and reinforcing the cell webs, the service life of the anilox rollers can be increased, while at the same time improving their performance. The optimised cells offer better mechanical resilience at high printing speeds and intensive use.
Wide range of applications
Zecher C.P.T. is suitable for all ceramic anilox rollers and sleeves, regardless of their specification. The technology is integrated directly into the production process and complements Zecher GmbH’s existing portfolio without requiring any additional adjustments on the part of the print shops.
Optimisation for the printing industry
‘The constructive development work at the interface between anilox roller production and application technology has enabled us to further optimise the Zecher anilox roller with C.P.T. technology in line with customer requirements,’ says Sven Krause, Head of Product Development at Zecher GmbH. ‘We are convinced that this technology will set new standards in the printing industry and look forward to continuing to convince our customers of the quality of Zecher products through the advantages of C.P.T.’
Zecher
The foundation stone for Zecher GmbH, based in Paderborn, was laid in 1948 by Kurt Zecher and for over 75 years everything at Zecher has revolved around the roller. Starting small with exports to Austria and Switzerland, Zecher anilox rollers are used in printing presses in around 60 countries worldwide via sales partners.
