Case Study

Restoring Anilox Performance in Cape Town

Measured cell volume and profile depth before and after an on-site anilox roller laser cleaning job for a flexographic printer in Cape Town.

Client Location
Cape Town
Inspection Date
8 November 2025
Machine
FFG924
Anilox Age
18 months
Specification
160 LCM, 10.6 cm³/m²
Measurement Reports

Anilox Report - Before & After Laser Cleaning

Anilox measurement report before laser cleaning, showing volume of 2.78 cm³/m² and profile depth of 10.8 µm

Before Laser Cleaning

Anilox measurement report after laser cleaning, showing volume of 8.36 cm³/m² and profile depth of 34.9 µm

After Laser Cleaning

Challenge

Cell Volume And Depth Had Dropped Significantly

The client's anilox roll had lost significant volume capacity and cell depth over time. Before cleaning, the measured volume had dropped to 2.78 cm³/m², and cell depth was only 10.8 µm against a 160 LCM, 10.6 cm³/m² specification - resulting in poor ink transfer and inconsistent coverage on the FFG924 press.

Solution

On-Site Laser Deep Cleaning

On 8 November 2025, our team performed a laser deep cleaning on site. This non-contact process was designed to safely remove embedded residue from the anilox cells without damaging the roll surface.

Results

Measured Improvement After Cleaning

2.78 → 8.36 cm³/m² Volume restored
10.8 → 34.9 µm Cell depth increased
Uniform Coverage Print quality achieved
Extended Lifespan Improved roll performance and durability
Outcome

Sharper, More Consistent Print Results

The Cape Town client now benefits from sharper, more consistent print results and reduced long-term costs, thanks to the extended service life of the anilox roll following laser cleaning.

Results shown are specific to this roller and job. Actual results depend on roller condition, specification and contamination level - request an assessment for guidance on your own rollers.

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