METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR A CARBON FIBER PRINTING PRESS ROLLER WITH A NYLON OR CHROME OUTER SURFACE

摘要

A carbon fiber roller core coated or covered with an outer nylon or outer chrome surface for use in a printing press, and a method of making and the method of using same are disclosed. The advantages of a light weight roller for shipment, handling and roller replacement are provided. Also the desired nylon or chrome surface for use in the printing press, such as the press inking or water system is also provided.

主权项

1. A method for creating a carbon fiber roller core for use in a printing press to provide an outer surface thereon suitable for use therein, comprising the steps of:
obtaining a carbon fiber roller core; checking the carbon fiber roller core for defects; applying an intermediate covering to the carbon fiber roller core; and applying a desired nylon or chrome outer coating to the outer surface of the intermediate covering; whereby the formed carbon fiber roller core with the intermediate covering and desired nylon or chrome outer coating can be used in the printing press.