Inline Versus Offline Inspection

The Presco and pRegister are add-on modules to AVT’s PrintVision/Jupiter Automatic Inspection System, which reduces both waste and valuable press time during set up for Flexo CI presses. The modules work automatically and simultaneously for up to 10 color stations, using small color targets and a communication link to the press. First, pRegister automatically sets the color plates into registration, both along and across the web. pRegister’s range of operation can bring a very large initial mis-register error to a fine accuracy down to 15 microns quickly, while reducing set-up time and related waste. Then Presco automatically brings plate and anilox to optimal pressure for all colors in parallel.