Doctor Blades for the Printing Industry – Precision Ink Metering Solutions
High-Quality Doctor Blades for Flexographic and Gravure Printing
Custom Doctor Blade Profiles for OEM and Replacement Use
Printing doctor blades are used in printing presses, particularly in flexographic and gravure printing. The doctor blade controls the amount of ink applied to the press.
However, they can encounter several issues that affect print quality:
- Unwanted ink streaks
- Poor ink distribution
- Inconsistent printing
To solve these problems, it’s vital to install the correct Doctor Blade for the job.
PrintBlade doctor blades can help. GET IN TOUCH to find out more.
Our Doctor Blade range includes four different steel specifications (carbon, microstructure tool steel, alloyed tool steel and stainless).
All these specifications are available in a variety of thicknesses and lengths at Fernite of Sheffield Ltd.
Fernite manufactures Doctor blades to the highest standards in the UK. Fundamental to the precision, efficiency, and continuity of printing processes, engineers maintain strict control over our manufacturing operations. As long-established experts in manufacturing machine knives and blades, Fernite provides a wide range of flexographic, gravure, and lithographic print blades.
Renowned for their first-rate quality and reliability, Printing Doctor Blades by Fernite of Sheffield are durable blades for flexographic and rotogravure printing. We manufacture these blades under our own brand, PrintBlade, in our ISO certified factory in Sheffield, UK.
100% UK Manufactured Doctor Blades with Optional Parameters
Thinner Printing Doctor Blades versus Thicker Blades
Thinner blades allow for greater accuracy, while thicker blades enhance stability. The thickness of the blade influences its precision in controlling ink application.
Rigidity versus Flexibility
High-quality doctor blades should be rigid enough to effectively remove ink from the roller. Also, it should be flexible enough to adapt to the roller’s surface without bending or breaking.
Various Edge Geometry
We manufacture Doctor Blades with the well-defined edge angles that are optimal for your application. This allows you to control ink and reduce wear on the press’s blades. Our PrintBlades are available in a range of grades to suit various applications. We supply printing doctor blades with a round, bevel, or lamella (‘stepped’) machine-ground edge profile. Bevelled edges are preferred for their smoother contact with the surface, resulting in a more consistent ink layer. Please visit our dedicated website for information about the options we offer.
Fundamental to the precision, efficiency and continuity.....
Machine continuity is a major concern for print producers worldwide. At Fernite, our skilled experts harness advanced technologies to craft every doctor blade from the finest-quality European steel: the result is a robust, long-lasting precision blade that delivers enduring reliability and optimal continuity at an incredibly competitive price.
In addition, manufacturing all our blades, cutters, and knives in-house gives the Fernite team maximum control over the production process, enabling us to maintain excellent stock levels.
Printing Doctor Blades delivered Worldwide, from stock
- We supply Print Blades in continuous 100m coils or cut to your specified length; after that, we pack print blades in dispenser cassettes as required
- When you need urgent supplies, we can deliver rapidly from our extensive stock – within 24 hours if necessary
- With almost two centuries of skill and experience in manufacturing the finest blades, we’re not only proud of our world-class Fernite products, but we’re also passionate about giving great customer service
- We’ll always go out of our way to give information and advice that ensures you get the exact doctor blades UK you want, when you need them
- Our technical advisers can also help you maximise machine efficiency and reduce specific production problems such as streaking, spitting and roller damage
- Whatever your blade profile, we’re always here to deliver the best in service and quality, every time.
Trusted by many of the world’s leading brands for reliability, value, service and support, Fernite of Sheffield is your ideal doctor blades partner.
Get in touch to find out more T: +44(0) 114 244 0527 option 3 E: enquiries@fernite.co.uk
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