The Next Generation

One recent upgrade/addition to its printing arsenal is an Aquaflex ELS Servo 1000 eight-color press. Servo’s impact on the package-printing industry is undeniable. Speed, accuracy, tighter registration, and increased automation are just a few enhanced features of servo presses. In the case of VPL, the press has allowed the company to grow its capabilities/capacity and improve quality for current and new markets. “Our customer base is continuing to diversify and this press allows us to print on a wider range of substrates,” says Little. The press’s servo technology gives VPL better registration throughout the run, allowing the press to run higher speeds without sacrificing quality. Additionally, set-up time and maintenance are much improved. “The press takes less set-up time, and [offers] faster run speeds, better registration, and high quality,” says Little. “It’s just as simple as that. We feel this is the press of the future.”