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Please find below a list of our most frequently asked questions. If you are unable to locate a specific question or are still experiencing a technical issue, please contact customer support at 508.830.9506. We are more than happy to serve you.

1. How does TruPoint™ blade life compare to steel?
2. How do TruPoint™ doctor blades save me money?
3. How do TruPoint™ doctor blades make my work environment safer?
4. What is the best TruPoint™ blade for my application?

1. How does TruPoint™ blade life compare to steel?
Simply put, TruPoint™ doctor blades will outlast steel in most every application. When used in doctor blade applications, steel is not very wear resistant, especially when used against hard, ceramic-coated anilox surfaces. Because TruPoint™ blades are made from plastic and composite materials, we can alter the molecular structure of the material and engineer our blades for greater wear and corrosion resistance according to specific application requirements. Our blades have been extensively tested and have been proven to outlast steel up to four times.

2. How do TruPoint™ doctor blades save me money?
The foundation of the TruPoint™ doctor blade product line is its ability to produce consistent print quality over very long print runs. We can achieve longer blade life with our TruPoint™ doctor blades by altering the molecular structure of the material for extended wear. As a result, the blade lasts longer and fewer blade changes are necessary. Fewer blade changes mean fewer blades, less press downtime, and less labor. Also, TruPoint™ blades are less likely to cause anilox scoring which can be costly in terms of print quality and re-engraving. We're confident that when you compare the total cost of using TruPoint™ Doctor Blades to other materials, our blades will save you money.

3. How do TruPoint™ doctor blades make my work environment safer?
Due to their composition, TruPoint™ blades are safer to handle and result in fewer lost-time accidents. As they wear, steel blades can get a dangerous, razor-sharp edge and result in injury when handled. Whether a TruPoint™ blade has just been taken from the box or removed from the press after a long run, it is safe to handle.

4. What is the best TruPoint™ blade for my application?
There is no 'one size fits all' doctor blade. Selecting the right blade for a particular printing application requires an understanding of the graphics requirements, importance of long blade life, and desire to improve workplace safety. Visit our products section to learn more about our full line of TruPoint™ products (link to TruPoint™ Overview Page), or contact us (link to contact us page) directly to have one of our sales staff help you with your decision.

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