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UV printing is widely popular in the industry since it provides various print effects, ideal rub resistance and fast-finishing possibilities to the printed sheets. The Roland press has built a world-class reputation in UV printing over the years by coming up with innovative technologies. These include the inking and dampening systems used to great effect for high-viscosity UV inks, the best positioning of UV lamps and the highly efficient inter-deck curing process. All aspects of UV applications have been considered in designing the press, making the Roland family the benchmark in this sector.
UV application is lucrative business but some printers, especially occasional UV users, remain hesitant in fully venturing into this market. Among their concerns are the initial investment in UV equipment and operational costs; occasional UV job structure led to longer return on invest time while energy consumption in traditional UV curing can be generally high. Extra space is also needed to accommodate supplementary equipment for UV applications.
Customer demand for top-quality and economical UV application gave Manroland Sheetfed the idea of developing a new solution: the Low Energy Curing (LEC) technology.
LEC technology is built on a combination of special LEC UV lamps and highly reactive UV ink. It is designed for faster curing results and premium curing quality. Its advantages are noticeable: The sales value of each printed sheet is increased because of the smoother surface and its high resistance to scratches and abrasion. Quick ink curing process offers further possibilities of faster finishing and post-press enhancements.
Initial investment is less pricy since less curing lamps and supplementary equipment are required. Depending on printers’ specific needs, one or two LEC UV lamps can be mounted on the interdeck, behind the last printing unit, or on the delivery unit. Energy consumption is another significant saving. Thanks to the specially doped medium pressure LEC UV lamp, total energy consumption in the curing process can be reduced by as much as 75%.
Furthermore, it helps the printers to achieve the glossiest effect without compromising on quality. The Roland ink supply system is ideal for applying high-viscosity UV inks. Together with smooth sheet guide and the efficient shape and placement of the UV modules, this makes LEC an attractive solution for curing of UV inks in premium quality.
UV application is lucrative business but some printers, especially occasional UV users, remain hesitant in fully venturing into this market. Among their concerns are the initial investment in UV equipment and operational costs; occasional UV job structure led to longer return on invest time while energy consumption in traditional UV curing can be generally high. Extra space is also needed to accommodate supplementary equipment for UV applications.
Customer demand for top-quality and economical UV application gave Manroland Sheetfed the idea of developing a new solution: the Low Energy Curing (LEC) technology.
LEC technology is built on a combination of special LEC UV lamps and highly reactive UV ink. It is designed for faster curing results and premium curing quality. Its advantages are noticeable: The sales value of each printed sheet is increased because of the smoother surface and its high resistance to scratches and abrasion. Quick ink curing process offers further possibilities of faster finishing and post-press enhancements.
Initial investment is less pricy since less curing lamps and supplementary equipment are required. Depending on printers’ specific needs, one or two LEC UV lamps can be mounted on the interdeck, behind the last printing unit, or on the delivery unit. Energy consumption is another significant saving. Thanks to the specially doped medium pressure LEC UV lamp, total energy consumption in the curing process can be reduced by as much as 75%.
Furthermore, it helps the printers to achieve the glossiest effect without compromising on quality. The Roland ink supply system is ideal for applying high-viscosity UV inks. Together with smooth sheet guide and the efficient shape and placement of the UV modules, this makes LEC an attractive solution for curing of UV inks in premium quality.