Alphasonics to unveil new pressroom cleaning technology at Labelexpo

Alphasonics will mark its tenth year at Labelexpo Europe with a new technology for pressroom cleaning. The company’s current Dual Frequency ultrasonic technology, or Alphasound, has provided a safe and effective way of cleaning anilox rolls, parts and flexo plates for nearly twenty years. However, in a move to progress cleaning technology, the latest development to come out of its Liverpool production facility will see Alphasonics systems incorporate multiple cleaning methods utilized in one cleaning tank simultaneously. 

This development, which will be known as Betasound, aims to reduce cleaning cycle times while providing a cleaning action that is increased in its power whilst maintaining safety.

Christopher Jones, UK and Ireland sales manager, said: ‘Betasound marks a significant progression in pressroom cleaning technology. Alphasound is already the most advanced cleaning method on the market but only allows the user to choose one frequency setting per cycle to suit their anilox rolls, plates and parts. This new technology enables the user to select a program that simultaneously combines multiple frequencies in one cycle. Alphasonics have developed this technology specifically for the flexographic pressroom.’

The company says that tests have indicated a marked improvement in results in terms of cleaning time due to Betasound’s ability to tackle problematic ink contamination which would usually require more strenuous cleaning methods. The multiple ultrasonic frequencies, alongside the Supersweep capability of the generators, allow for an aggressive and thorough cleaning action which remains gentle enough to prevent damage, irrespective of screen counts or delicacy of parts. 

The team plan to include this technology in all systems as standard in the near future. 

‘We have continually worked hard to improve our technology and this investment in R & D is the bedrock of the company,’ said Jones. ‘We are confident that we are simply improving on a cleaning method that can only be described as consistently effective.  ‘Betasound is without doubt the future of pressroom cleaning.’

Alphasonics will be display its range of improved anilox cleaners, parts washers and plate cleaning systems at stand 7L97 at Labelexpo Europe 2011.  The company will also unveil details of other ongoing projects and developments for both flexo and digital label printers that are due to be launched in the coming year. 

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