Take Care of Your Doctor Blade Chamber and It Will Take Care of You!
Carbon fiber chamber system by Celmacch The job of a doctor blade chamber is to help deliver a precise, consistent ink film thickness to the[...]
Cut-to-Length Doctor Blades Can Reduce Ink Chamber Leaks
Doctor blade chamber leaks are costly in terms of downtime and waste. While failed end seals are responsible for a large number of chamber leaks, ill-fitting doctor blades[...]
Plastic Doctor Blades – Advanced Polymers Compete with Steel
While steel doctor blades used to be the only option to produce high-end graphics, a printer had to deal with the shorter blade life and pressroom injuries[...]
Steel Doctor Blades Cause Anilox Roll Scoring and Injuries
Steel doctor blades are often the cause of anilox roll scoring and severe personal injuries. Switching to nonmetallic blades can not only ensure print quality and minimize[...]
3 Steps to Ensure Proper Doctor Blade Alignment
Proper alignment of your doctor blades(s) to the anilox roll (or any roll being wiped or cleaned) is critical to the performance of any ink or[...]
Doctor Blade Installation: 3 Keys to Success
The anilox roll and doctor blades are designed to work together to deliver a precise amount of ink to the plate. It is important to take[...]
