Gravure Print

For those customers who need very high definition reproduction of photography, subtle tonal changes or long print runs, gravure is an ideal solution. Our purchasing power means we are able to offer very competitive origination prices due to relationships with key cylinder suppliers.

Cylinders

Cylinders

Gravure cylinders are typically engraved by a diamond-tipped or laser etching machine. The engraved image is composed of small recessed cells which act as ink wells and help to control the amount of ink which is transferred to the substrate. The resulting cylinders are both durable and long-lasting, giving consistent image transfer time after time on subsequent reprints.

Gravure Print Quality

Quality

Gravure is capable of transferring more ink to the substrate than other printing processes and is noted for its density range (light to dark), making it the process of choice for high definition printing.

Flexibility

Flexibility

Whilst gravure printing is normally associated with longer run lengths, our print capacity allows us to be more flexible and offer shorter run lengths at an economical cost when required.