Printing envelopes

I was just wondering, I tape up my impression cylinders in the low areas just like I was raised to do 30 years ago. Are there any new tricks, packing or blankets to make thing easier???

 

You could just use old blankets then you can put a bit more back pressure on. When you have finished put the good blankets/ packing back on. A bit easier than struggling to put tape on the impression cylinders.

 

I run blanket patches when possible(using spray mount adhesive {spray the patch away from the press to avoid a mess}). If I have to run a full blanket, I raise the blanket surface only in the image area, using blanket fix or metering roller cleaner. That way, minimum overall pressure gets the job done without ruining blanket/blankets. Been doing it that way for over 30 years with excellet results.

 

ABDICK TWO-PIECE BLANKETS (#4-4704)

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David C. Lopez
www.dclgraphics.com

 

Blanket fix! You can buildup the areas as needed. Use minimal pressure slowly adding more till you get a nice impression. It should hold as long as you don't get a jam or suck a double.