Coatings, proper setting of the blade, and properly selecting a doctor blade for your application/press will go a long way toward prolonging the life of the blade.

By Chris Mc Loone

Laurie Burkel, of Printco, Inc., states that Printco constantly visits its customers to determine the most effective use for doctor blades. “As printing press manufacturers become more technologically advanced, the demand for more customized doctor blade systems grows,” she says. “Our engineers spend a lot of time thinking outside the box. As a result, our product line continues to grow.”