ApplicationsDry Ink on Paper
Application:
A printer drying ink applied with a graphic imager and an ink-jet printer on direct mail pieces printed on web stock.
Problem:
- Slow Line Speeds - Existing convective air and low intensity infrared drying systems frequently limited line speeds to less than 400 feet (122 meters) per minute.
- Limited Production Output - The slow line speeds were limiting the printers production output.
- Varied Printing Widths - The graphic imager was printing on 12 to 13 inch (305 to 330 mm) wide webs. The ink-jet printer was printing on 1.5 inches (38 mm) of the web width.
Solution:
- Heat - A Model 4554 High Density Pyropanel applied heat to dry the ink from the graphic imager. A Model 4185 Infrared Strip Heater applied heat to dry the ink from the ink-jet printer.
- Power Control - Model 664F Phase Angle SCR Power Controllers controlled the power to the High Density Pyropanel and Infrared Strip Heater.
Benefits:
- Increased Line Speeds - Line speeds of 800 feet (244 meters) per minute were achieved sing the Model 4554 High Density Pyropanel and Model 4185 Infrared Strip Heater to dry the ink.
- Increased Production Output - The increased line speed enabled the printer to double production output.