Print & Packaging Industry

Precision Sealing & Fluid Transfer Solutions for the Print & Packaging Industry

Overview

The print and packaging industry relies on high-speed machinery, precision fluid control, and consistent material handling to ensure quality output and operational efficiency. From inks and coatings to adhesives and solvents, systems must handle a wide range of fluids while maintaining accuracy, cleanliness, and reliability.

Our advanced sealing and fluid handling solutions are engineered to support continuous production, minimize downtime, and ensure consistent quality in demanding print and packaging environments.

Technical Highlights

• Chemical Compatibility: Excellent resistance to a wide range of inks, solvents, coatings, and adhesive systems, including aggressive and solvent-based formulations
• Temperature Resistance: Reliable performance across ambient to elevated temperatures in drying, curing, and laminating processes
• Low Friction Properties: Enables smooth operation in high-speed and precision printing machinery
• Wear & Abrasion Resistance: Designed to withstand continuous operation and repetitive mechanical stress
• Low Permeation: Minimizes leakage and evaporation of volatile inks and solvents
• Dimensional Stability: Maintains sealing integrity under dynamic loads and varying process conditions

Our Solutions & Their Impact

1. FEP / PFA Encapsulated O-Rings

Application Influence: Chemical-resistant sealing for inks and solvents

Encapsulated O-rings provide excellent resistance to aggressive inks, solvents, and cleaning agents while maintaining elasticity.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Prevents degradation from solvent-based inks and chemicals
• Ensures leak-free sealing in ink delivery and coating systems
• Ideal for static sealing in printing equipment

2. FFKM O-Rings (Perfluoroelastomer)

Application Influence: High-performance sealing in harsh chemical environments

FFKM O-rings are suited for applications involving aggressive solvents and elevated temperatures.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Maintains sealing performance in solvent-heavy processes
• Withstands heat in drying and curing systems
• Reduces maintenance in high-end printing machinery

3. Mechanical Seals

Application Influence: Leak-proof operation in pumps and mixers

Mechanical seals are essential in systems handling inks, coatings, and adhesives.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Prevents leakage of inks and coatings
• Ensures consistent fluid flow in printing processes
• Enhances reliability of pumps and mixing equipment

4. e-PTFE Gasketing

Application Influence: Reliable sealing in pipelines and equipment

Expanded PTFE gasketing offers excellent chemical resistance and conformability.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Provides tight sealing in ink and chemical transfer lines
• Resistant to solvents and cleaning agents
• Reduces maintenance and leakage risks

5. Gland Packing

Application Influence: Sealing for auxiliary systems

Gland packing is used in support systems where cost-effective sealing is required.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Suitable for pumps handling water, adhesives, and non-critical fluids
• Durable under continuous operation
• Cost-effective solution for maintenance-heavy equipment

6. Camlock Couplings

Application Influence: Quick and secure fluid transfer

Camlock couplings enable fast connection and disconnection in fluid transfer operations.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Enables efficient transfer of inks, solvents, and adhesives
• Minimizes spillage and contamination
• Ideal for batch production and fluid handling

7. Industrial Hoses

Application Influence: Flexible transfer of inks, coatings, and chemicals

Industrial hoses are designed for safe handling of fluids used in printing and packaging.

Impact in Print & Packaging:

• Ensures safe and consistent fluid transfer
• Withstands chemical exposure and mechanical stress
• Available in PTFE-lined and reinforced constructions

Integrated Value for Print & Packaging Operations

By combining these solutions, manufacturers achieve

• Consistent Print Quality
  Stable and precise fluid handling for uniform output
• Chemical Resistance & Durability
  Reliable performance with inks, solvents, and adhesives
• Operational Efficiency
  Reduced downtime and improved production speed
• Clean & Safe Operations
  Minimized leakage and contamination risks

Key Application Areas

• Ink delivery and circulation systems
• Coating and laminating machines
• Adhesive application systems
• Printing presses (flexographic, gravure, offset)
• Packaging and converting equipment
• Drying and curing units
• Fluid transfer and storage systems

Conclusion

In the print and packaging industry, precision and consistency are key to delivering high-quality products. Our sealing and fluid transfer solutions are engineered to support high-speed operations, chemical resistance, and reliable performance across all stages of production.

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