Apex, Draychem partner

Apex International, an international manufacturer of precision coating and ink transfer technology products, has partnered with Draychem in the UK to provide a complete hardware and maintenance supply service to the printing industry in Great Britain.

Draychem managing director Mike Lines

Draychem is also now the Apex agent in Ireland for sales of anilox rolls/sleeves and glue sets.

Apex manufactures and supplies anilox rolls for the label, flexible packaging, corrugated, offset and industrial coating industries. Headquartered in Hapert, near Eindhoven in the Netherlands, Apex has regional facilities in Brazil, India, Italy and North America.

Draychem is an established manufacturer and supplier of maintenance chemicals and deep cleaning services to the print industry in the UK. It will work closely with Nigel Watson, Apex sales manager for the UK and Ireland, to offer hardware and aftercare service.         

Bas van der Poel, technical sales director at Apex, commented: ‘With their proven high level of service and development of a long-term presence in the industry, Draychem is an ideal partner. Apex is a global player in the industry, but providing premium local service through experienced and well-qualified representatives is our top priority.’

Draychem managing director Mike Lines added: ‘Apex manufactures the best anilox rolls in the world, and at Draychem, we provide the best maintenance service in the UK. Printers in Great Britain will benefit immensely from this stellar combination.’

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