Fabrico Enhances Multi-Color Printing Capability

KENNESAW, Ga.—Fabrico, a leader in design and manufacturing services for flexible materials, has installed an Aquaflex ELS 2200 13˝ multi-color press at its Kennesaw, Ga. facility. The new flexo printer increases the breadth of materials that may be printed by Fabrico and improves its ability to support intricate designs. It can also be positioned in line with other processes, such as laminating and die-cutting, providing Fabrico with the flexibility to handle multi-step applications.

The Aquaflex is a multi-step manufacturing system that supports four-color process or four matched colors using water-based or UV-cured ink. Two-sided printing is also available. Finished products can be delivered in roll or sheet-and-stack form.

The Aquaflex system accommodates both pressure-sensitive and non-pressure-sensitive materials up to 13˝ wide with thicknesses ranging from 0.003˝ to 0.015˝. It supports a broad range of material types, including:
• void materials and tamper-evident labels
• security films
• UL & CSA certified materials
• UL & ULA certified materials
• high-durability labels for harsh environments
• labels for durable goods such as refrigerators, lawn mowers, drill, and under-the-hood components