Printing & Graphic Arts Rubber Rollers
Printing and graphic arts rollers are used in many applications that require high-volume capabilities, the ability to apply several colors in one image, and highly efficient operations. While printing rollers need more time to change and can cost more than other equipment, their versatile capabilities, quick outputs, and flexible capacities more than make up for the spent time or resources.
Whether your roller printing application utilizes conventional, UV, or hybrid inks, REDCO offers custom roller manufacturing services to meet your unique needs. Our team will work with you to develop printing rollers that deliver the perfect balance of performance, efficiency, and durability. We provide superior products, unrivaled customer service, and highly competitive pricing.
Explore our options, then request a quote to begin your custom rubber printing or graphic arts roller order. Call 775-882-3100 with any questions.
Printing Rollers to Match Your Application’s Specifications
Printing and the graphic arts require specialized rubber rollers. REDCO’s CNC-operated turning machines, mills, lathes, and grinding equipment ensure dimensional accuracy. Each custom printing roller is proudly made in the USA, with all testing and development performed on-site.
Materials for Printing Rollers
REDCO uses a wide range of rubber materials, making it easy to find the best compound for your specific application:
- Nitrile-Butadiene (NBR)
- Ethylene Propylene Diene Monomer (EPDM)
- Natural Rubber
- Butyl Rubber
- Silicone Rubber
- And many other rubber materials!
REDCO also offers custom rubber and elastomer compounding services at our in-house developmental laboratory for specialty applications. We can find the best rubber material solution for any planned use.
Graphic Arts Rollers to Apply Any Ink
Which rubber material is best for your printing job will depend on the type of ink applied. REDCO can manufacture graphic arts rollers to print conventional ink, UV ink, and hybrid ink.
- Conventional ink is made of evaporative solvents, pigments, and binders. It needs heat to dry. It is most often used with NBR rubber printing rollers.
- UV ink comprises pigments, binders, and a photo initiator and must be exposed to light to cure. It is commonly applied with graphic arts rollers made from EPDM rubber.
- Hybrid ink, as implied by the name, is a hybrid made from multiple inks to produce various effects and characteristics. Many hybrid ink blends are available to produce different effects.
Uses for Printing Rollers & Graphic Arts Rollers
Graphic arts rollers are an excellent addition to any printing operation. They are typically used to print images and graphics for:
- Books
- Magazines
- Letterheads
- Leaflets
- And much, much more!
REDCO is Your Top Custom Rubber Roller Manufacturer
REDCO is a USA-owned and operated manufacturer of high-quality custom rubber products. We work hard to ensure all specifications are met and no corners are cut through our rigorous quality control and in-house quality assurance processes. If printing or graphic arts rollers aren’t your best option, we also offer custom-manufactured precision rubber rollers and industrial rubber rollers to meet your needs.
Request a quote today on custom printing rollers, or contact REDCO for more information. One of our representatives will be in touch as soon as possible to discuss your best custom rubber printing roller solution.
