Jet Life 2023 Issue 1

JET LIFE

ISSUE 1 | | 2023 AUSTRALIA / NEW ZEALAND

JET LIFE LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: JACK

Jack Malki jmalki@jet-ap.com

MALKI

Olivia Novita onovita@jet-ap.com

Managing Editor orders@jet-ap.co.id

Orders

Design

Editor is published by Jet Technologies Pty Ltd ABN 12 515 939 347 19 Rosebery Ave Rosebery NSW 2018

After a couple of years of being couped up in Australia (I still cannot say the words “locked down”!), it would be fair to say that I have been making up for lost time, visiting clients and partners all over the world, attending exhibitions including LabelExpo in Bangkok in February). The one thing that I have been hearing on every occasion, is “we are understaffed”. How can it be possible that the entire world is suddenly short of staff – printers, prepress, management, sales, warehouse…all of it, there are staff shortages from Frankfurt to Hobart and everywhere in between.

I am repeatedly being told that THIS is stifling their growth, their ability to deliver whatever product or service they intend on delivering and making the profit they expect. In addition, whatever staff are there, seem to be exhausted and simply unable to work creatively due to the amount of work they are doing.

The answer of course, is that we need to focus on automation and efficiency – ‘doing things right the first time’ and doing more with less.

Thankfully, this is a theme that Jet Technologies have been perfecting for many years. Products such as our digital press, the L350UV SAI allow a single operator to do so much more than 2-3 operators could have done in the past. Reliability, repeatability, automation, all of these words are worth so much money to our businesses and yet, they are often forgotten or relegated to a side thought.

Whatever your business needs, I would encourage you to challenge us – challenge us on how we can help you to achieve improved efficiency and output – the team at Jet Technologies love a good challenge and I am sure you will be surprised with some of the solutions we come up with.

Jack Malki

THE BEST-SELLING INKJET PRESS in

Australia, New Zealand, & SE Asia

TAKE A FRESH LOOK AT L350UV SAI

Screen L350UV SAI series deliver:

• NEW High opacity white

• Industry-leading productivity (up to 60m/min)

• Highest reliability (>93% Uptime)

• Ability to upgrade on site

• Chiller for thin and heat-sensitive substrates

• Reverse feed (material saving)

• Expanded colour gamut

• Up to 7 colours including blue, orange & white

• Hybrid integration ready

• Fully supported by local factory-trained technicians

• User-friendly EQUIOS workflow integrates with MIS

For more information, please contact us here:

David Reece

P: +61 2 8399 4999 M: +61 488 190 290 dreece@jet-ap.com / 19 Rosebery Ave. Rosebery, NSW, 2018

Screen impresses at IGAS Tokyo

After a four year wait, IGAS (Japan’s premier graphic arts show) was back in Tokyo on the 24-28th of November. Held at Tokyo’s Big Sight exhibition centre, visitor numbers were impressive, with a steady stream of local and overseas visitors.

Screen GP displayed an impressive array of digital equipment, showcasing their credentials as a leading manufacturer of inkjet and digital devices.

The L350UV SAI S has been recognised as one of the bestselling digital presses in the narrow-web space and was displayed, attracting strong interest. The L350UV SAI S is the second-generation of Screen’s narrow web press and has a growing list of installations around the world, from Europe to America and now more and more throughout SE Asia and Australasia.

Screen also demonstrated their new prototype Pac520P, high-speed inkjet press aimed at paper and carton printers. Operating with high resolution water-based inkjet, the press was very impressive with its high operating speed (75m/min) and stunning print results.

The press was first demonstrated at the FachPack exhibition in Germany to strong acclaim and was equally well received in Tokyo. Whilst no release date has been set, there are expectations that it may not be too far away due to Screen’s experience with the same 520 print engine used in their publishing andtransactional markets.

Screen GP is headquartered in Kyoto, Japan – a city known for its temples and beauty. Japan has a long history of respecting the environment and producing extremely high-quality reliable equipment. The current range of digital devices are well placed to assist brand owners and printers alike to achieve their environmental goals by printing efficiently what is required with an absolute minimum of waste.

Jet Technologies and Screen have been partners for over 13 years, with a long list of installations in Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia. For further information on Screen products, please contact dreece@jet-ap.com

Kinkaku-ji (Golden) temple in Screen’s hometown of Kyoto

Jack Malki with Screen GP CEO Yukiyoshi Tanaka

Pac520P Prints at IGAS

Pac520P

Dinner with Yamagata, Otani & Tanaka from Screen GP together with Jack Malki and David Reece

Through this newly established partnership, Jet Technologies is reinforcing its ecosystem to offer innovative solutions to its customers in Australia.

CDI Crystal XPS

Simplifying the Flexo Plate Imaging Process

The integration and automation of the plate imaging and UV exposure process with ESKO CDI Crystal XPS 4835 or 4260 reduces complexity and simplifies prepress room operations. The ESKO CDI laser imaging technology with high-resolution optics provides technological advantages.

This process produces the highest standard of plate quality, utilizing HD Flexo and Crystal Technology. It also speeds up operator tasks and improves process efficiency and ease of use.

Asahi Plate Processor

Environmentally friendly technology with AWPTM CCC water processor. Maintaining environmental stability of photopolymer plate production from carbon emissions (VOC) with eco-friendly washing solutions.

Achieve stable plate quality processes with fast production.

• Easy to operate with automated punching, clamping, washing, drying, and light finishing with one machine.

• Easy access to all machine instruments with an LCD touch screen.

• Connected to the internet as a standard of machine operation.

• Optimizing washing results with oscillating and reciprocating brush movements. Optimizing washing results with low temperatures for stable and satisfactory results.

AWPTM-DEW

Asahi’s AWPTM-DEF/DEW digital flexo plates feature CleanPrint, which allows a kiss touch printing pressure setting with constant repeatability of printing quality during the production run.

AFP™-TOP

The AFP™-TOP is a premium digital flexo plate, giving the printer a wide colour space with vibrant colour reproductions and soft tonal shades fading out to zero. The AFP™-TOP was developed for the highest quality film, coated paper and label printing application using solvent, water and most UV based inks.

AFP™-BFTK

The AFP™-BFTK plates are high-quality solvent wash. FlatTop plate solutions with best in class printing press consistency. They improve the ink laydown on wide web flexible packaging film, paper and label substrate in combination with solid screening patterns and keeping high light dots at perfect quality.

PROTECTION FOR AGED CARE, HEALTH, & HOSPITALITY

SteriLam reduces presence of COVID-19 by > 84% Bacteria, Fungi, & mould by > 99%

In sensitive environments such as aged care, medical facilities, hospitality, and education, laminating your printed product with SteriLam provides substantial protection against Bacteria and Viruses like COVID-19 as it increases the safety of anyone coming into contact with printed materials.

SteriLam films are safe, harmless, and contain an invisible and odourless ingredient, which is based on Silver-ion technology and inhibits the growth of microbes by up to 99.99%. The films destroy bacteria, fungi, and moulds including antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) and Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus (VRE), as well as bacteria such as Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2.

ANTIVIRAL ANTIBACTERIAL

Virus used for testing: Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 causing COVID-19 disease and the pandemic

Test were carried out by an independent laboratory according to ISO 21702 on antiviral activity of plastic surfaces and other non-porous surfaces.

Results:

more than 84% of coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 on its surface area compared to a laminating film without our antimicrobial agent

For more information, please contact us here:

Bacteria used for testing: Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) and Escherichia Coli (E-Coli)

Test were carried out by an independent laboratory according to ISO 22196 on antibacterial activity of plastic surfaces and other non-porous surfaces.

Results:

more than 99% of bacteria on its surface area compared to a laminating film without our antimicrobial agent

Jet Technologies stocks a wide range of innovative films

Films

Jet Technologies supplies a range of specialty films and grades that are optimal for all your print operations. Our range of films include:

SteriLam: Protection from all kinds of microbes and bacteria for 10+ years!

Encore: Encore is a new film solution that is manufactured with a minimum of 30% recycled material and is suitable for a wide range of applications including packaging, labels, books and more.

Rough Touch: A rough textured film with superior protection that makes your product hard to put down. Now also slip rated for floor applications.

Soft Touch Plus: Adds the ultimate sensory experience taking your print and packaging elements to a whole new level. The films are AntiScuff, Anti- Fingerprint and Over-printable.

Samurai: Our standard range of gloss and matt is ever reliable and available in many standard sizes from stock. UniLam: For digital print, this

film is unbeatable for finish and consistency.

In addition to films, we also stock adhesives and UV Coatings.

Adhesives

Jet Technologies offer a comprehensive range of top-quality adhesives solutions, catering to various industries such as packaging, food and beverage, construction, woodworking, graphic art, and other specialty fields. Our product range includes solvent-based, hotmelt, PUR, and waterbased adhesives, making us your one-stop-shop for all your adhesive needs.

Please contact aeson@jet-ap.com for any enquiries

UV Coatings

A large number of finishes available to suit every application.

Please email film@jet-ap.com for any enquiries.

Stay on top of rising energy costs & smooth the switch to LED printing with PureTone DC

Benefits of PureTone DC:

• One single ink system that can be used with both traditional and LED UV.

• LED delivers more stable light, resulting in improved consistency of curing and print.

• LED bulbs use less energy – lower energy costs mean lower bills.

• Instantly on – no warm-up needed, saving more energy!

• LED lamps last longer than traditional UV bulbs, reducing costs further.

• Make the switch in your own time – press by press – avoid having two ink inventories.

• Ease of disposal when end-of-life.

• Pre-empts legislative change and issues with traditional mercury based UV.

• Better for the printer and the planet!

High Performance Rotary Screen Opaque White

YOUR BENEFITS

• Highest Opacity ink providing the cleanest and strongest contrast for overprinting, as well as ‘true’ colours over coloured backgrounds.

• Optimised for high-speed rotary printing, up to 100m/ min in combination with the correct SPG mesh and squeegee types.

• Excellent overprintability with offset, flexo, letterpress and inkjet inks as well as foil stamping and further processing.

• Can be utilised for both rotary screen and flexo printing, allowing you to use just one product for all of your opaque white needs.

• Silicone free, low-odour and barium-free.

SUBSTRATES

• Prints well on the majority of paper and filmic substrates generally sold in the Australian and New Zealand markets. Top-coated filmic stocks are recommended for the smoothest results at the higher speeds.

CO LO UR BY NUMBER S

THE SCIENC EO FC OL OUR, AP R INTING BY NUMBER S A PP ROAC H IN THE DIGI TA LE RA

Identifying Colour Di erences using CIE L*a*b* Coordinates

indicates lightness is the red/green coordinate is the yellow/blue coordinate.

Deltas for , maybepositive (+) or negative (-)

The total di erence, Delta E however, is alwayspositive

(L* sample minus L* standard)

(a* sample minus a* standard)

(b* sample minus b* standard)

colour space

Stronger. Sharper. Superior.

Complete programme with unique SPGPrints Screens

Printers today face a multitude of challenges as they try to remain competitive and – at the same time – meet brand owners’ requirements for quality and flexibility of service. SPGPrints’ screens give you an exceptionally reliable, long-lasting and highly accurate means of printing on a wide range of web widths.

RotaMesh® screen material

The ultimate workhorse in screens for rotary screen integration

SPGPrints’ RotaMesh® is a top-quality screen customised for the SPGPrints Rotary Screen Integration (RSI®) printing unit. A RotaMesh® screen is a non-woven, electroformed mesh made out of 100% nickel. The unique hexagonal ‘honeycomb’ structure ensures sharp printing quality, maximum stability and consistency.

RotaPlate® screen material

The perfectly fitting mesh for all rotary screen printing presses

RotaPlate® is an excellent alternative for users of woven screen material. It’s strong, stable and offers a long working life. Thanks to a patented production process, SPGPrints’ RotaPlate® features a pre-sensitised coating and a hexagonal ‘honeycomb’ structure that is made out of 100% nickel. The result is excellent print performance at each stage of production. Get more printed metres out of your mesh.

Jet technologies offers local technical support by simplifying digital pre-press workflow for rotary screen making, starting with cutting and punching facilities, on all sizes of rotary screen material as well as welding and film free state of the art laser exposing technology. All these services are based at our head office in Sydney and backed up by SPG Prints global service.

We also offer a wide range of rotary screen-printing consumables as well as the latest developing and drying system to standardise quality and accelerate throughput in your pre-press workflow.

NEW JET PRINT BLADE

HIGH QUALITY GERMAN STEEL

PRECISION GROUND EDGE FOR A CONSISTENT WIPE

EXCEPTIONAL WEAR CHARACTERISTICS

FROM THIS

TO THIS

Recyl’s Cobra is the global leader for Anilox Deep Cleaning gel to unplug tough to clean anilox rolls Cobra has established itself as the one-stop solution for Anilox deep-cleaning and complete restoration of ink-transfer capacity. Cobra restores the full volume of your cells and maximizes the ink-transfer capacity of your ceramic anilox rolls. Cobra works on any type of ink as well as coatings. Cobra adds value in all segments of the flexo-printing industry.

In 1979, Praxair Surface Technologies created the anilox roll industry by producing the world’s first laser-engraved ceramic roll. For more than a quarter century, printers and converters around the world have turned to Praxair for anilox rolls and coatings that fit their application and offer longer service life, reduced downtime and greater productivity.

Praxair’s laser engraved anilox rolls and sleeves are industry leaders.

The high standards adopted by Praxair Surface Technologies in the field of producing anilox roll and sleeve engraivings allow you to protect your reputation.

Proline ® ART ™

Only Praxair can perform all operations of the production process, including:

• Making our own coating powders and gases

• Developing our own coating technology and equipment

• Engraving and finishing in-house

We combine our knowledge acquired in numerous fields of high technology industries, such as aerospace, oil exploration and energy, to make our engraving and coating techniques we have developed over the years available to you. The result is a high- precision and uncompromising engraving technique that guarantees optima ink release.

Anilox Reverse Technology - designed for Flexo Printing, offset coating, gravure, and laminating applications.

Proline ® ISF*

For many years flexographic printers have struggled with ink spitting during some jobs. Ink spitting can be caused by a number of factors, however to combat ink spitting, Praxair have developed Proline ISF cell engraving. ISF engraving has proven over the years to reduce the occurrence of ink spitting and reduce costly downtime on the press

Praxairs ensures superior quality worldwide

*Met Lab. Only Praxair Surface Technologies places a metallurgical laboratory (Met Lab) at each of our Printing Industry Service Centers. Equipped with testing instrumentation and software, our labs allow our technicians to evaluate and certify every anilox roll or sleeve for coating thickness, hardness, line and screen count, coating adhesion, erosion and volume count, to the same high standard of quality everywhere in the world.

* Tech Support. Our Design Optimization Unit is more than technical support. We work with other suppliers (e.g. ink and plate suppliers) to ensure the entire operation is optimized and problems are resolved quickly.

* ISO Ceritifications. We have invested in our manufacturing facilities to ensure the highest level of quality in a safe environment. Our facilities are ISO 9001; 2008 certified.

Go with Automatic

The fully automatic anilox roll cleaners are designed to deep clean/restore anilox rolls, sleeves or gravure cylinders of all sizes. Furthermore, it is also a very good tool for the daily washing and maintenance of rollers.

• Fully Automatic Cycle with Short Washing Time

• Recirculation/Re-use of Liquid

• Harmless to the Rollers

• Cell Volume Completely Restored

• Safe and Easy Washing

• Stainless Steel

• Reduction in downtime

JET SALES CONFERENCE

Jet Technologies sta from Australia, New Zealand and Indonesia came together in March for our annual sales conference in Sydney

AUS, NZ & INDONESIAN CLIENT EXPERIENCES

A number of Indonesian clients came for our first formal “Client Experiences” visit. Building relationships with local printers, ideas and experiences were exchanged back and forth.

“I've learnt so much from this visit and it has triggered questions and thoughts on my side. I look forward to the return visits in Indonesia!” said one pleased client from Indonesia.

CONTACT US

Australia

Sydney

19 Rosebery Ave

Rosebery NSW 2018

t: +61 2 8399 4999

f: +61 2 8399 2277

e: orders@jet-ap.com

Indonesia

New Zealand

Melbourne

7 Yazaki Way, Carrum Downs, VIC 3201

Jl. Kenari Raya Blok A /No. 11

Delta Commercial Park

Delta Silikon 6, Lippo Cikarang

17550 Indonesia

t: +62 21 899 11 392

f: +62 21 579 98 080

e: info@jet-ap.co.id

t: +64 21 743 407

e: orders@jet-ap.co.nz

Global reach, local expertise

Jet Technologies global partner network

Our strength is our unequalled access to a global network of partners, meaning we can bring you the perfect solution for your product.

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