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ments, which extend plate life. These measurable gains translate directly into increased efficiencies and more sta- ble production on press.” FLEXCEL Prime introduces two key performance en- hancements developed to increase uptime, expand lati- tude, and deliver more consistent results on press: • Lift Resist Formulation : Engineered for improved plate drape and surface consistency, the Lift Resist formu- lation reportedly eases mounting and re-mounting with reduced plate curl, supporting better plate reuse and con- tributing to wider press latitude. The plate’s optimized chemical structure requires low- er impression and maintains consistent performance over time, helping reduce waste and improve overall equip- ment effectiveness (OEE). • Stay Clean Properties : Reformulated plate surface characteristics further resist ink build-up and drying during press runs. In combination with Miraclon’s triple-form plate surface patterning (PureFlexo Printing), this helps keep plates cleaner for longer periods, resulting in fewer press stops and easier cleaning between jobs. The outcome is more uptime, less waste, and improved productivity, said Miraclon. “The biggest sustainability gains in flexo happen in the pressroom,” said Emma Weston, Chief Marketing Officer at Miraclon. “By helping plates stay cleaner longer, improving reuse, and maintaining performance with lower impres- sion, FLEXCEL Prime enables printers to run longer and potentially faster — while maintaining the high print quality and consistency associated with FLEXCEL NX Plates.” In addition to enhanced on-press performance, FLEX- CEL Prime was engineered for straightforward integration. The new plate and film combination integrates into exist- ing FLEXCEL NX Systems, and the Seamless Fit Printing approach enables printers to run mixed FLEXCEL NXH and FLEXCEL Prime plate sets without reprofiling, curve changes, or workflow modifications. This eliminates the time, cost, and risk typically associated with introducing a new plate into production. Streamlining The Process FLEXCEL Prime is said to also streamline plate room operations through improvements in processing, inspec- tion, and handling: • Faster plate production : A shorter de-tack/light fin- ishing (UVC) step reduces processing time from approx- imately 20 minutes to around five minutes, increasing throughput. • Simplified inspection : High black-and-white contrast film improves visibility for faster content and orientation checks. • Improved handling : Operators peel the film from the plate rather than the plate from the film, simplifying delam- ination. This is said to be particularly beneficial for larger plate formats.
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