Rotogravure printing press

for paperfor cardboardfor packaging

Product Overview
The Sheet-Fed Rotogravure Printing Machine is a specialized high-precision printing device designed for printing on single cut sheets. It offers superior ink transfer capabilities and the flexibility to handle various substrates, enabling high-quality results for short-to-medium production runs while reducing startup waste typical of web-fed systems.

Why Choose This Paper Gravure Solution
At Shaanxi Beiren Printing Machinery Co., Ltd. the product benefits from over 60 years of manufacturing experience and extensive market presence. The machine delivers consistent precision and performance for paper printing tasks across a range of applications.

Technical Specifications
Machine Type: Paper Gravure Printing Machine
Printing Material: Paper (80–800 g/m²)
Application Industry: Various paper types printing
Printing Speed: Up to 350 m/min
Production Capacity: 6,000–12,000 sheets/hour
Registration Accuracy: ±0.1 mm
Ink Laydown: 3–5 g/m² dry weight
Color Registration Tolerance: <0.08 mm
Drying System: Advanced intermediate drying units
Substrate Compatibility: Single sheets, various board weights

Key Properties and Advantages

• Engraved cylinders (copper-plated or chrome-plated) with variable cell depths for precise ink volume control and vibrant, saturated colors in a single pass.
• Superior ink coverage capability (3–5 g/m² dry weight), enabling metallic lusters and rich colors without double-pass printing.
• Advanced registration system with high-efficiency gripper systems to ensure precise sheet registration and consistent multi-color alignment.
• Versatile substrate handling accommodates light papers to heavy boards (80–800 g/m²), supporting a wide range of packaging materials.
• Eco-friendly options: compatible with solvent-based and water-based inks and extended drying tunnels to handle slower evaporation rates of sustainable ink systems.

Application Industries
Luxury Tobacco and Liquor Packaging
Used for cigarette hard packs and premium spirits cartons; handles complex metallized boards and tactile finishes for premium positioning.

High-Value Cosmetic Cartons
Suitable for applying functional coatings and high-opacity white inks on transparent or silver substrates to enhance shelf impact.

Security and Currency Printing
Enables fine-line capabilities, micro-text and guilloche patterns, and raised ink effects for security applications such as stamps and tax stamps.

Premium Food Packaging
Combines aesthetic appeal with compliance to food-safe printing standards for high-end food product packaging.

Manufacturing and Quality Control
The manufacturing process includes in-house production of key parts and extensive machining capabilities. Quality control measures include stroboscopic registration verification, automated ink viscosity monitoring to maintain color consistency, doctor blade profiling to avoid streaks, and residual solvent analysis for safety compliance where applicable.

FAQ (selected technical answers)

• Q: What is the minimum order quantity for the product? A: There is no strict MOQ; production arrangements can be customized based on production needs.
• Q: How long does cylinder engraving take, and can cylinders be reused? A: Cylinder engraving typically takes 5–7 days depending on design complexity. Cylinders can be stored and reused for repeat orders with proper care.
• Q: What training and technical support are provided after installation? A: On-site installation and operator training programs are provided, plus ongoing technical support, spare parts supply, and maintenance guidance.
• Q: Can the machine handle water-based inks for eco-friendly packaging? A: Yes. Machines can be equipped with extended drying tunnels specifically designed for water-based ink systems.

Technical specifications

• Machine Type: Paper Gravure Printing Machine
• Printing Material: Paper 80–800 g/m²
• Printing Speed: Up to 350 m/min
• Production Capacity: 6,000–12,000 sheets/hour
• Registration Accuracy: ±0.1 mm
• Ink Laydown: 3–5 g/m² (dry weight)
• Color Registration Tolerance: <0.08 mm
• Drying System: Advanced intermediate drying units
• Substrate Compatibility: Single sheets, various board weights