Anilox

New anilox rolls and sleeves, repair and rebuilding

At Aufer Solutions, we supply new anilox rolls and sleeves and provide complete refurbishment and rebuilding services to restore anilox performance and extend service life.

We work with GLOBAL Flexo, a manufacturer specializing in coatings, machining and direct laser engraving. Each solution is specified according to the machine, ink or coating, line count, volume and cell geometry required by the process.

New made-to-measure anilox rolls and sleeves

  • Made-to-measure manufacturing: anilox rolls and sleeves configured to the machine dimensions and specifications.
  • Line count, volume and cell geometry: selected to suit the ink, varnish, adhesive and required coverage.
  • Technical coatings: high-resistance ceramic and metallic solutions to increase durability and protect against wear and corrosion.
  • Direct laser engraving: standard, hybrid and open structures, plus Twin Track technology for specific transfer requirements.

Advantages of our anilox rolls and sleeves

  • Uniformity in printing
    Consistent ink transfer, preventing defects and color variations.

  • Greater durability
    Ceramic coating and precision finishes that extend service life.

  • Reduced changeover times
    Sleeves enable quick exchanges, optimizing productivity.

  • Compatibility
    Solutions adapted to virtually all flexographic machines and systems on the market.

Repair, refurbishment and rebuilding

When the roll body or sleeve can be recovered, we carry out a complete refurbishment: restoration of the nominal diameter, application of a new working coating, corrosion protection and new laser engraving.

Every repair is assessed beforehand to determine its technical and economic viability. The aim is to restore uniform transfer and extend the service life of the anilox without compromising process accuracy.

Frequently asked questions about anilox rolls and sleeves

What is the difference between an anilox and a sleeve?

The anilox is a complete cylinder, while the sleeve is a lighter, easier-to-handle interchangeable sleeve, ideal for quick job changes.

It depends on the type of ink, the desired coverage, and the detail of the design. A high lineature is used for fine, detailed printing, while low lineatures allow for greater ink deposit.

It is essential to clean them regularly with specialized products, avoid hitting the ceramic surface, and use appropriate scrapers so as not to scratch the cells.

Yes, we offer solutions tailored to most manufacturers and flexographic and gravure printing systems on the market.