Abstract: A carbon fiber roller core coated or covered with an outer nylon or outer chrome surface for use in a printing press, and a method of making and the method of using same are disclosed. The advantages of a light weight roller for shipment, handling and roller replacement are provided. Also the desired nylon or chrome surface for use in the printing press, such as the press inking or water system is also provided.
Abstract: A rotary safety contact featuring dual brush contacts, contained within an isolating housing, shielded from the environment, purged with compressed air to prevent the entry of potentially explosive vapors, and adapted to be connected to a conductive cylinder/roller for electrostatic assist rotogravure printing is disclosed and described.