Bankrollers

Anilox roll in anufacturers are investing for now and later, while cleaning technologies take on tomorrow's higher line counts.

by Susan Friedman

A boy scout mentality pervades the anilox roll industry, where it could be said that the time-worn motto, "Be prepared," has definitely taken root.

The flood of recent facility expansions and equipment investments illustrates suppliers' collective decision to keep a ready hand in present and future roll manufacturing methods. As new coating and engraving philosophies continue to assert themselves, ruling a technology out too quickly could leave a manufacturer down and out.