Variable Sleeve Offset Printing is a technology which allows you to work with variable repeat lengths in offset. The sleeve technology lets you easily change repeat lengths without having to completely change the unit. Not only is this easier and quicker, it is also a much cheaper way of printing different repeat lengths.
With this new technology, only two lightweight sleeves need to be changed when switching repeat lengths. The sleeve technology, which has greatly contributed to the rise of flexo printing, has now entered the world of offset. The VSOP is available in web widths of 520 mm, 850 mm, 1120 mm and 1250 mm.
Advantages of VSOP
Next to flexibility in repeat lengths and quick changing of jobs, the VSOP brings other huge advantages. The price of and delivery time on the image carriers is much better than it is in flexo and rotogravure printing. Furthermore, the printing-quality of the VSOP units is comparable to rotogravure printing.
In addition, because of the low production costs and quick delivery times of the sleeves and offset plates, shorter runs are also more profitable. With delivery times of two weeks for any new size, the VSOP make you more flexible. Extremely quick job changes are combined with perfect ergonomics, as the VSOP units use lightweight sleeves.
VSOP offers a total solution for various applications. With the development of a new UV-curing concept that produces extremely low odour, the machine is especially interesting for the top quality flexible packaging producers. Drent Goebel also supports other curing process like Electron Beam.
Hybrid Press
The VSOP offers an enormous functionality and wide field of operation together with ultimate user-friendly and ergonomic operation. In-line with the sleeve technology for offset, a great number of other functions such as flexo print, screen print, gravure print, digital print, hot foil stamping, laminating, die cutting and sheeting can be offered.
Variable Sleeve Offset Printing Applications
Since the VSOP press is build-up completely modular you can create a press that completely fits your needs. The servo drive technology makes it possible to easily insert additional units or print technologies even when the press is already installed at your plant.
