When written texts were invented, people protested that vernacular learning would cease to exist. And when Johannes Gutenberg invented the printing press, people protested, saying handwritten texts would suffer. But in the end, it all proved to be an innovation in learning. Those inks running between cylinder jackets made the world even more colorful and gave the print media a stand in the market that is not dying till eternity.
How Does A Cylinder Jacket Printing Press Work?
Everyone is familiar with the "satisfying videos" viral on the internet. Especially the one where they throw in a few colored inks to get the desired color for printing. Yes, that is a cylinder jacket, or as officially called, a flatbed press. The function of a flatbed press is simple; there is a cylinder or a roller on which the ink is applied, and there is a flat metal bed engraved negatively. The roller and the bed work harmoniously to print the desired material over paper, flex, linen, or other desired material. For double-sided printing, there are two cylinders and a metal plate. Once the paper is printed on one side, it is passed on to the second cylinder to be printed on the other side. The double cylinder's padding is constantly cleaned with kerosene to prevent the contents of one side from transferring to the other.
What Role Do Inks Provide In Printing?
Inks are probably an essential part of the printing process. Getting the right tone, the proper density, and the right amount is directly related to how good your final result will be. A good quality ink must be long lasting, quickly stick to materials, have non-fading opacity, and be dense and quick drying. And personally, no company can come close to Van Son Inks & Graphics when it comes to inks. One of the oldest players in the market, Van Son Inks & Graphics, have managed to have a stronghold in the market for well over a century! With constant innovations, they have always managed to stay ahead of their competition and be a trusted name in the market.
What Is Offset Printing?
One of the most common printing processes, offset printing, is a type of process wherein the print is first transferred on rubber stamps and then on the desired material. To explain in simple terms, think of the rubber stamps used in daily life. We dip (or, if you are a banker, punch) the stamp in the ink press and then again press it on the paper to get the stamp's impression. That is precisely how to offset printing works.
Offset printing is preferred over digital printing when you want huge quantities with high-quality images to be printed. The rollers on the offset printing last much longer than your desktop digital printer.
Print Media And Offset Printing Go Hand In Hand
The world of print media prefers offset printing for various reasons, and hence they constantly need offset printing supplies. The world is hungry for print media. Therefore, the market share of offset printing is expected to reach a whopping USD 864.5 billion by 2024! Those who say paper is dying are in for a treat, and paper will outlive a couple of generations to come.As long as advertisements exist, the world will need offset printing supplies. So for those aspiring to jump into the printing business, don't hesitate. The market is heavily in favor of you. There is a prospect of producing a fortune in this!
