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Frequently Asked Questions

Newspaper Accessory Equipment

Why wash automatically when we’ve always had time to wash by hand?

How do I justify the initial investment in blanket washer technology?

Are there pressroom consumables required to operate the Oxy-Dry System?

What other pressroom savings can I experience with the Oxy-Dry System?

Can I retrofit an Automatic Newspaper Blanket Washer System on my existing press?

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Web Accessory Equipment

Oxy-Dry ProTech System™ HS
Automatic Blanket Washer

Why should I consider Oxy-Dry Automatic Blanket Washers over other systems on the market?

What makes a rotating brush better for cleaning printing blankets and impression cylinders?

How do I justify the initial investment in blanket washer technology?

Are there pressroom consumables required to operate the Oxy-Dry system?

Can I retrofit an Oxy-Dry ProTech System™ HS Automatic Blanket Washer on my older presses?

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Oxy-Dry High Speed Sheeters

I'm having a problem with print-to-cut register on my sheeter, what could be the cause?

How can I determine if I have a web tension problem or a faulty automatic cut-off control?

How do I know when the web tension is right for the sheeter?

I can't deliver a good "brick" stack.
What could be wrong?

My silicone applicator is functioning properly, what is the best "anti-static" material for removing static?

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Flexo Accessory Equipment

Oxy-Dry Automatic Plate Washers

Why should I consider an Automatic Plate Washing System when we’ve always had time to wash by hand?

Is the Oxy-Dry Automatic Plate Washing System difficult to operate?

How do I justify the initial investment in plate washing technology?

Can I retrofit an Automatic Plate Washing System on my existing flexo press?

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Interstation IR and UV Drying Systems

Why should I consider an Oxy-Dry Interstation IR and/or UV Drying System for my press?

What features distinguish the Oxy-Dry System from other drying systems on the market?

Is it true that using IR and UV drying technology will help to make colors pop?

Can I retrofit an Interstation IR and UV Drying System on my existing flexo press?

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Sheetfed Accessory Equipment

Oxy-Dry Electrostatic Powder Sprayers

I will need to equip my press with a sprayer.
What type of is appropriate for my press?

Offset is a problem for me on occasion. How can I prevent waste caused by offsetting a job?

I am experiencing some difficulty selecting which powder to use in my sprayer.
Is there a recommended powder type and usage chart I can refer to?

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Oxy-Dry Ink Agitators

Are Ink Agitators still used today?

Do Ink Agitators work with UV inks?

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Oxy-Dry Short Wave and
Medium Wave IR Drying Systems

Why should I consider an Oxy-Dry Drying System for my press?

Can I retrofit an Oxy-Dry Drying System on my existing sheetfed press?

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Anti-Offset Powder

My job offset (either fully or partially) and I was running my powder sprayer at the normal setting. What's going on?

Frequent blanket washing is required when I back up my work. Why is this?

My powder is lumpy and sticking in my spraying device. Is the powder bad?

Why do I get bombing in my delivery? Is it a powder problem?

My powder is not sticking to the printed sheet. What can I do to get more powder to stick?

Easy Lack

Easy Lack® Single

Why do the cut edges produce a ridge in the coated areas?

Why does Easy Lack® Single keep building up with ink (typically black or blue)?

Why is the coating film thin and there is a build-up at the tail of the sheet?

Cutout areas are filling in with coating. What can I do about it?

I'm getting uneven coating. What can I do?

The coating is breaking up? What can I do?

Easy Lack® Double

Why do the cut edges produce a ridge in the coated areas?

Why does Easy Lack® Double keep building up with ink (typically black or blue)?

Why is the coating film thin and there is a build-up at the tail of the sheet?

My Easy Lack® Double doesn't seem to hold and release enough coating? Why is that?

Cutout areas are filling in with coating. What can I do about it?