A Tacky Subject

General tips

Some plate mounting material manufacturers offered suggestions to follow for good plate mounting practices.

Prior to mounting:

• Always clean the plate and cylinder or sleeve, but make sure to use the recommended cleaning agent, usually a 50/50 solution of alcohol and water, said Wilson;

• When using sleeves, use the minimum amount of air pressure to get the sleeve on and off of the mandrills, as this will minimize sleeve distortion and prevent tape wrinkles, Wilson added;