摘要 |
An apparatus and method for printing or coating material and supporting the material during printing or coating thereon by either offset-gravure or direct roll equipment includes a cylindrical support member having flexible bristles radiating therefrom. The bristles are of a suitable diameter, length and spacing to form a generally cylindrical brush that is oriented in spaced relation to a contact printing or coating roller and adapted to yield or bend when coming in contact with contoured or uneven portions of the material and thereby fully support the lower surface of the material as the upper surface of the material is being printed upon or coated. |