Short-order Impact

Electro-mechanical (EM) engraving speeds have more than doubled in the last few years, and laser-engraving, employed in Daetwyler's Laserstar process, bests the top EM speeds by more than eight times. Lighter-weight cylinders are also an increasing asset to the industry. Chesnut's PRIMIS direct print gravure system brings down cylinder costs and shortens lead times by eliminating and polishing processes. The image carrier can be engraved from digital data and used immediately in the press.