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Manual Ink Adjustment

The lever ink duct system suits perfectly to all letter- and offsetpresses. For many printing press brands, it is available as standard solution and ideally suited for retrofitting and modernization of older machines. The function of the systems is independent and allows a suitable solution for nearly every type of machine. We are pleased to give advise!

Application Example – Manual Ink Adjustment

The AP lever ink duct system in Action

In many print shops, precise colour matching determines quality, complaint rates, and throughput time. Manual ink adjustment is particularly useful when frequent colour changes, small to medium batch sizes, or a high proportion of special colours are part of everyday production. The system helps operators adjust ink components in a controlled, repeatable, and clean way without unnecessary complexity.

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Your Benefits

Higher Efficiency and Productivity

Increased Productivity
Shorter Setup Times
Faster ROI

Optimised Quality and Precision

Precise and stable mechanics
Higher quality
Less maculature

Easy operation and maintenance

Easy cleaning
Easy adjustments (including re-adjustments)

Sustainability and resource efficiency

Minimal waste

Applications & Information

The ink duct systems are available with precision-manufactured ink blades, either laser-cut or uncut, in widths from 100 to 1400 mm. The zone widths depend on the application. A zone width of 20.5 mm is standard; for special applications, widths from 14 mm are possible.

The high precision of the lever cartridges enables a repeatable setting of the desired ink quantity. Removable side blocks make cleaning the ink duct system significantly easier. The progressively operating lever cartridges allow optimal adjustability. Even the smallest ink flows can be defined quickly and precisely.

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Mounting Options

Quick Release

The quick-release mounting system allows a very short cleaning time and simplifies the handling for maintenance enormously. This system is recommended for smaller and lighter ink duct systems. For assembly, there is enough space between ink fountain and machine side frame needed.

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Clamp-on

The classic mounting option for smaller and lighter ink duct systems. The systems will be simply assembled with two screws. We use this method, if we do not have enough space between ink fountain and machine side frame.

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Swiveling

The swivel-down mounting option is needed with bigger and heavier ink duct systems or electronic ink duct systems. It ensures the easiest and quickest way for cleaning and maintenance.

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Further products

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Electronic Ink Adjustment

Electronically controlled ink dosing for letterpress and offset printing – flexible for use on almost any press and especially retrofit-friendly.

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Ink Divider

World-leading in ink separation: separator jaws for iris and security printing – compatible and easy to retrofit.

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Ink Agitator

User-friendly ink agitators to prevent standing ink – ideal for UV inks, compatible and easy to retrofit.

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