ARC International Continues To Invest In Laser Anilox Technology Micheal Foran, the President, CEO, and Founder of ARC In- ternational, based on Donora, Pennsylvania, possesses a deep understanding of the corrugated industry’s growing
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interest in digital printing technol- ogy. However, he is equally aware of the significant advancements made by the flexographic industry. As ARC International celebrates its 40th year of operation, Foran takes immense pride in being a major supplier of anilox, wiper, feed, glue, meter, and knife rollers
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to both the corrugated and preprint industries. The company also stands out for producing the highest quality 100 percent carbon fiber doctor blade chambers. Originally established as Anilox Roll Company, Inc., the company initially provided mechanically engraved and chrome-plated anilox rollers. However, in 1987, Foran made a pivotal investment in the company’s future by acquiring its first laser engraved ceramic equipment for anilox rollers. While this technology was initially designed for contin- uous design rubber printing rollers, Foran recognized its potential for creating more durable and consistent anilox rollers. Despite some initial challenges with the roughness of the engraved cells, Foran remained determined to find a better solution. To overcome these challenges and meet the grow- ing demand for laser engraving, Foran collaborated with a knowledgeable engineer from the Georgia Institute of Technology. Together, they developed a specialized laser engraving system exclusively for ceramic rollers to help re- duce gas usage and energy requirements while achieving more consistent and affordable laser anilox rollers. In the present day, ARC International continues to in- vest in state-of-the-art laser engraving equipment, incor- porating innovative technologies such as Fibertronics and Twin Track. These advancements result in anilox cells with flatter bottoms, promoting efficient ink release and easy cleaning. This is particularly crucial for sheet-fed process print- ing on micro-fluted board and preprint flexo equipment, where high-quality graphics are in demand, even on jum- bo flexo machines with large anilox rollers. Foran emphasizes that ARC’s commitment to its cus- tomers goes beyond manufacturing and supplying prod- ucts. The company takes pride in its technical support team, comprising individuals with diverse backgrounds, including former flexo press supervisors, corrugated plant managers, preprint production managers, laser operators, ink, and printing plate tech reps. Their combined expertise helps ARC provide top-tier
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than a couple made for each other. That’s why the engineers at ARC International have focused their skills and talents on crafting perfect
matches between the components that must work in tandem on your exo folder gluers and die-cutters: • Anilox Rollers and Ink Chambers • Anilox and Wiper Rollers • Feed and Pull Rollers • Glue and Meter Rollers You can achieve the press speeds and print quality you need to ll your most demanding orders by pairing your team with The ARChitects of Flexo. Contact ARC today to learn how these engineered matches of exo folder gluer and die-cutter components (new or
reconditioned) can help you achieve a more perfect union of production and pro ts.
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