Textiles Industry

Flexographic printing is a particular specialty of the Böttcher Group. For decades, Böttcher has manufactured and supplied more graphic rollers than any other roller manufactuere. This applies to all fields of pringint, and to none more than Flexography. With rubber coverings specially formulated for Direct Laser Engraving (DLE), Böttcher textile sleeves give you not only enhanced print quality, but reduced make-ready times and much greater longevity than conventional systems.

Chemical Resistance to Process Chemicals

• Textile manufacturing involves a wide range of chemicals: acid and alkaline solutions for processes such as sizing or mercerizing, along with a variety of dyes and inks for decorating the fabric
• At each stage of the process involving exposure of the rollers to these chemicals, the rubber has to be formulated to withstand any negative effects such as swell or shrinkage, premature hardening or breaking up
• Böttcher has state-of-the-art laboratory facilities to stimulate all chemical influences in the textile manufacturing process and ensure that the roller coverings you receive will serve a long and productive live

Mechanical Resistance to Wear and Tear

• Whether in drawing or squeezing applications, the roller coverings are subjected to pressure and friction from fibers and fabric webs. Good mechanical properties ensure that the roller surface stays smooth and even
• Good cut and marking resistance also extends to the roller’s productive life
• It is also important that the rollers have excellent elastic properties, enabling them to keep up with today’s high-speed processes and machinery

Temperature Resistance for Consistency and Longevity

• At several points during the production process, the faring (and with it, the rollers) are subjected to high temperatures.
• Good temperature resistance of the rubber prevents premature scorching or breakdown and stabilizes the surface properties of the covering

 

Set and forget: How roller quality makes your life easier

You know your machines and processes better than anyone, we know our materials and their influence on the result. Putting our joint knowledge to work enables the selection of the best material for your roller needs. When conducting on-site trials or investigating problems, we will be right there at your side to support you in finding the best possible solution. We are happy to analyze your process requirements and develop customized materials to deliver the results you need. We see ourselves as a “Productivity Provider”: your rollers should simply do the job, day after day, week after week. Stable performance and a long life cycle mean that in the future you can concentrate more on your process and product quality, without being distracted by roller issues. That’s what we mean when we say “Set and Forget”: install, set and then concentrate on getting the best results from your process.