Harper Corporation releases Harper Bridge Sleeves

Anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation has launched Harper Bridge Sleeves made from carbon fiber, which maximizes stiffness and reduces weight.

The Harper Bridge Sleeves’ ‘Flow-Thru’ feature allows secondary air to permeate the system to make it easy to mount plate sleeves or ITR plates. All OEM press specifications were used in the designing of bridge (adapter) results.

The patent-pending replaceable notch system can incorporate a straight, bayonet or custom notch design, allowing for use with a variety of presses. ‘A great deal of time and energy was spent to develop this unique characteristic,’ says the company.  

Additionally, Harper Bridge Sleeves (adapters) can be used with steel or carbon fiber base mandrels, as well as hydraulically clamped or mechanical lock down systems. A mechanically fastened end ring incorporates a built-in sleeve stop, and Harper Bridge Sleeves offer a notch to locate pin tolerances +/-.0015 inches in relation to locating pin.

Harper Bridge Sleeves will be on display at the FTA's 2012 Annual Forum & Info*Flex Exhibition on March 18-21 in San Antonio, Texas.

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