Process and components Edit
In direct gravure printing, the ink is applied directly to the cylinder and from the cylinder it is transferred to the substrate. One printing unit consists of the following components:
an engraved cylinder (also known as "gravure cylinder") whose circumference can differ according to the layout of the product being made.
an ink fountain
a doctor blade assembly
an impression roller
a dryer
For indirect gravure processes, the engraved cylinder transfers ink in the desired areas to a transfer roller, and the transfer roller transfers it to the substrate.