Thin, parallel lines or stripes
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Thin, parallel lines or stripes running across the print or the anilox roller. Fine, linear marks are visible on the roller’s surface; in solid areas, they visibly affect print quality.
How does it arise?
- Worn or damaged squeegee blades.
- Dried ink or hardened residue behind the squeegee blade.
- Uneven squeegee pressure or alignment issues.
What to do.
- Maintain and replace the squeegee blade regularly to prevent streaks.
- Thoroughly clean the squeegee blade and the chamber with the appropriate daily cleaner to remove dried ink or coating residue.
- Use a new squeegee blade as soon as wear becomes visible.
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Recommended Product
Daily cleaning with Flexoclean
- Use a new squeegee blade when wear is visible.
- A daily cleaner helps restore ink transfer and removes streaks caused by dirt buildup behind the blade.
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