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Reproflex3 installs UK’s second dual-head ThermoFlexX 80-D digital flexo plate imager

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Reproflex3 installs UK’s second dual-head ThermoFlexX 80-D digital flexo plate imager

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“The ThermoFlexX 80-D is packed with features that enhance productivity and quality while making it easy to operate. For example, the ability to mix resolutions on one plate or to use partial plates and to handle a wide range of hybrid and surface screening technologies makes the imager extremely flexible and cost effective. The latter has also been enhanced by the use of Flint Group’s nyloflex photopolymer plates, which offer a highly competitive option.

“The ThermoFlexX engineer trained our plateroom manager over the few days it took to install the imager and he has since trained other staff. Many of them have said how straightforward the imager is to use, with the FlexTray system being a real aid to loading large plates with the minimum risk of damage. The ThermoFlexX vacuum slider system is a clever device, which has reduced running costs by allowing partial plates and smaller jobs to be quickly mounted and imaged.”

In addition to its premises in Newcastle, Reproflex3 has opened state-of-the-art pre-press and platemaking facilities in Bristol and Dubai. All three sites provide a huge array of pre-press services, from fingerprinting and press profiling to comprehensive artwork and colour management, proofing and platemaking. Strict standardisation throughout all procedures ensures consistency of output across the sites.

“We work closely with printers, convertors and brand owners, from initial discussions about design to the final printed product,” says Andrew Hewitson. “At our main plant in Newcastle we service the flexible packaging, corrugated and label sectors. We’re increasingly seeing a trend for flexible packaging to be printed using flexo presses, rather than gravure, and this is bringing significant new work to our door as we specialise in serving the premium end of the packaging sector.

“We’ve been extremely impressed by the quality of output from the ThermoFlexX 80-D and so have our customers. The imager will play a vital part in our future growth. We have plans to extend the current two shifts to three, which will allow us to provide around the clock platemaking services. This is just one of the areas we are looking to invest in and we expect to be making some exciting announcements over the coming months, so it’s very much a case of watch this space!”

Mahan Hazarika
Mahan Hazarika
Mahan Hazarika assumes the role of Editor at The Packman, a position he has held since 2017, reflecting a distinguished decade-long tenure specializing in journalism within the printing and packaging sectors. Beyond his professional realm, he nurtures a deep appreciation for music, travel, and films, finding inspiration and relaxation in these pursuits.

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