Ink Transit (Gravure)

Not too wet

Electrostatic Speed Assist (ESA) systems, designed to enhance ink transfer, aren't exactly a new development, but it is in recent years that they have become almost ubiquitous on gravure presses. However, Steve Siler, director of engineering at Hurletron, notes while ESA is often necessary for good ink transfer, the process may not be sufficient with some substrates.