Category Archives: Dry Offset

At Carey Color, we combine true laser ablated plates with our patent-pending Stealth Screening technology to create a truly digital workflow that eliminates common dryoffset printing problems

Craft Beer or Wine Can Design

Craft Beer or Wine Can Design
Specifications for the direct printing of cans (Dry Offset) are unique to the process. Designers can not think in terms of CMYK as process color substitutions are required. And laying down all ink colors on one blanket without drying between ink units may require stay- aways, not trapping. Without some forethought and/or an experienced guide,…
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KISS IMPRESSION IS KEY IN AN IDEAL PRESSRUN

KISS IMPRESSION IS KEY IN AN IDEAL PRESSRUN
As the industry introduces new presses, inks and substrates, it is important to remember that it is often simple best practices that determine the success of a print run. Methods for consistent impression are some of the most important best practices a printer can establish and the “kiss” impression is one of the most essential.…
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PRESS FINGERPRINTING, THE HOW AND THE WHY

PRESS FINGERPRINTING, THE HOW AND THE WHY
BEST PRACTICES FOR PRESS FINGERPRINTING Just like the tips of our fingerprints, the way each press lays down ink is unique. Each press prints at different speeds, pressures, dot percentages, etc. But printers must print customers’ products accurately and consistently. This is where press fingerprinting is useful. This is why press fingerprinting is so important.…
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