Variable Color Digital Printers mark and decorate products.
March 15, 2010 -
Combining digital and piezo-electric technologies, InDecs(TM) UV Single Pass and InDecs UV Flatbed printers create abrasion-resistant markings. Single-pass inkjet, rated to 50 fps, decorates products using grayscale printheads, while in-line UV curing and UV inks enable single-, spot-, or full-color decorating. Featuring scanned image application, UV flatbed printer offers limitless color options, as well as clear and white, and uses in-line UV curing lamps for instant drying of inks.
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Original Press release
Trans Tech America, Inc., An ITW Decorating Co.
475-T N. Gary Ave.
Carol Stream, IL, 60188
USA
ITW Trans Tech Introduces Variable Color Digital Printers for Product Marking and Decorating
Applications include flat, slightly contoured, multipart, plastic, metal and glass
CAROL STREAM, Ill.--Digital printing equipment from ITW Trans Tech provides fast, full-color and variable product marking and decorating. The InDecs(TM) UV Single Pass printers and the InDecs UV Flatbed Printers transform the methods of printing on products in industries including consumer goods, medical devices, appliances, sporting goods, industrial hand tools, packaging, personal care, and caps and closures.
"Depending on the printing system and product, customers may be able to uniquely mark 1,000 pieces in the time it previously took to print one piece with traditional printing methods. This is only possible through the use of digital technology coupled with piezo-electric based systems," says Chris DeMell, technical sales manager, ITW Trans Tech. "This speed reduces a customer's operating costs, but speed alone isn't enough. The system is easy to learn with minimal training, is reliable, and creates markings that are durable and abrasion resistant. Having this equipment enables manufacturers and marketers to expand their capabilities into areas previously thought to be impossible."
The InDecs UV Single Pass printers provide high-speed single-pass inkjet product decoration, using grayscale piezo-electric printheads. The system uses in-line UV curing and high-performance UV inks for single-, spot- or full-color decorating. The system allows for variable print widths and provides excellent adhesion to substrates including plastics, metal and glass. The UV Single Pass printers can print at speeds of 50 feet per minute (15.24 m per minute).
The InDecs UV Flatbed printer is an industrial system that features scanned image application. The system prints in process colors for virtually limitless color options as well as clear and white. It uses in-line UV curing lamps for instant drying of the inks. This allows for immediate handling and packaging of parts, increasing productivity dramatically. The printer features a large print area and throat depth for individual and multiple substrates as large as 44 inches by 52 inches (1117.6 by 1320.8 mm) and up to 10 inches (254 mm) in height. InDecs Flatbed printers can be integrated with conveyor and robotic load systems. The system requires minimal operator intervention and maintenance. Its QuickFix(TM) Tooling Tray System features interchangeable inserts, accommodating multiple parts while saving tooling costs and make-ready time.
"An initial investment in digital equipment can result in a quick return -- often within months," says DeMell.
For product information and samples, contact Chris DeMell at ITW Trans Tech at +1 630-909-5910, or visit www.itwtranstech.com/godigital.
Founded in 1979, ITW Trans Tech designs, fabricates and supplies pad printing, laser and digital printing equipment to provide complete product decorating solutions for a variety of industries. The company offers a full line of standard equipment and custom automated systems to manufacturers that provide medical devices, automotive components, sporting goods, appliances, hand tools, communications and plastic injection molders. ITW Trans Tech is a single source of consumables, including silicone pads, printing plates, standard and specialty formulated inks, and other printing supplies and accessories. The company continuously supports its products and consumers with a large team of experienced service experts. ITW Trans Tech is a division of Illinois Tool Works (ITW).
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