Essential to print companies working with massive production loads, gravure cylinders rely upon precision engravings on the exterior surface of the cylinder to reproduce patterns, text, and images at exceptional resolution and quality even when running presses at high speeds for long periods of time. Publishers of books, magazines, and newspapers as well as printers of gift wrap, packaging, postage stamps, wallpaper, and other similar industries all utilize gravure cylinders in their operations.
Because gravure presses typically run at speeds as high as 3000 to 3300 feet per minute with print runs of 2 million to 3 million, durability is key when it comes to expert fabrication of gravure cylinders. At Martin Solutions Group, we work with only top-quality materials to ensure optimum lifespan of every gravure cylinder we create.
- Steel core
- Copper coating for engravings
- Chrome finish to protect engravings and minimize coating wear
Our team also specializes in creating the unique cell engravings necessary to reproduce images and patterns on the desired substrate. We provide diamond cutting as well as laser etching utilizing digital image processing and controls for exceptional precision. Once a specific production run has been completed, Martin Solutions Group can assist with re-cladding the steel cylinder core with a new copper coating and new engravings for future needs.