Andrews Decal Installs Gallus EM 280 UV Press
CHICAGO, Ill.—Andrews Decal Company, a converter of pressure-sensitive labels for the HBA, promotional, household, sporting, industrial and security markets, recently acquired an 11-in., eight-color Gallus EM 280 combination printing press that greatly enhances its already diverse production capabilities.
The Swiss press is equipped with IST UV lamp assemblies with water chill drums at all stations that allow management of web temperature, especially when utilizing heat-sensitive substrates, such as unsupported film. The system offers precise registration and enhanced print quality for supported pressure-sensitive and other substrates as well.
Company President Gary Gallas says the press’s ability to print a wider range of substrates allows the company to more effectively meet demanding premium market requirements. “This press provides our current and potential customers with the superior quality, durability and turnaround times required in today’s increasingly competitive marketplace,” explains Gallas.
The Gallus EM 280 combination press is capable of all UV flexographic printing, rotary screen printing, cold foiling, hot stamping, diecutting, embossing, and laminating. The use of Gallus Rotascreen and Screeny technology has enabled Andrews Decal Company to apply exceptionally high ink depositions required for sensory tactile and Braille applications.
Gallas suggests that the use of Braille on all forms of labeling will continue to grow due to increasing regulations and socially aware companies. Gallas suggests that the use of Braille on all forms of labeling will continue to grow due to increasing regulations and socially aware companies.
“We wanted technology that would offer our clients limitless creative possibilities,” says Gallas. “The outstanding UV print quality and color consistency, along with the combination printing versatility of this unit, will allow us to fulfill the upscale demands of clients concerned with strengthening their brand image. We help our clients create specialized labels that will silently communicate to their target market louder than their competition. These labels actually encourage consumers to reach out and touch the product, which usually results in its purchase.”
