Can the 3-step power ramping be adjusted for different press speed points to gain improved process control?
Yes, adjustment can be made via the press controls or by resetting the set points in the Aetek supplied speed-ramping pickup device. With UV equipment mounted on my press, should web tension be maintained in a web-stop condition? It is advisable to maintain tension control of the web so as to prevent web lift within the lamp structure when web motion resumes. What ink manufacturer does Aetek recommend? Aetek works and partners with a number of ink and coating suppliers to assist prospects with their curing needs. While no single ink or coating supplier is recommended, Aetek will work with any supplier a prospect may choose. If the application is having difficulty, Aetek will make suggestions for an alternate supplier based on experience. Will the use of hot-air dryers in the print stations along with UV enhance the drying process? No, UV chemistries require only UV to attain full cure. The use of hot air along with the UV can cause excessive heat at the substrate which will in most cas