Pulling Off a UV Add-On

Initial Discussions

The circle of suppliers involved in a successful retrofit is wide. Tom Heffernan, marketing director, UV Process Supply, recommends involving press, curing system and UV ink suppliers. The press supplier can ensure new controls do not disrupt the existing package, and can aid in any necessary component changes, such as rollers, he explains. The press manufacturer may also have warranty and service issues with third party systems. The curing system supplier is the best source for adapting a specific system to the application, and helping printers navigate the learning curve, he adds.