Stork says that with its modernised design, RSI-2 can be seamlessly integrated into the architecture, software and mechanics of the latest-generation printing presses. Key benefits include full interactivity, better user-friendliness, faster make-ready and a shorter learning curve.
Far from being a stand-alone unit, RSI-2 can be controlled through the main panel of the press. This provides simultaneous, centralised monitoring of all rotary screen positions, alongside other printing and converting operations. A greater number of signals can be viewed at a glance, so that problems are detected almost instantly and remedied in a much shorter time.
In addition, the module's button-free touch-panel, with an enlarged interface, allows straightforward and unambiguous menu navigation, for fast and fool-proof access to the desired command.
Improved ergonomics are offered too: the outer cover opens easily outwards, and is accessible without physical strain, from ground level, while the squeegee hole is widened to give more manoeuvrability during insertion.
While the RSI-2 design will replace the existing modules in Stork's standard RSI programme, the unit remains based on the company's proven rotary screen technology. The RSI module's applications include markets as diverse as label, packaging, wallcovering, textiles and coating. They accommodate the re-engraveable RotaMesh pure nickel, electroformed screen.
Stork has close partnerships with over 30 of the world's leading press-makers, to make rotary screen printing available both on new machines and, through bespoke retrofitting programmes, on existing presses, too. Modules are available in widths from 254 mm to 1000 mm, coming in a wide range of repeat sizes, to accommodate practically all web-fed substrates.
Bert Grootjen, program manager graphics at Stork Prints, comments: "The RSI-2 is a landmark for rotary screen printing – it is the first modular unit of its kind to offer complete synchronicity with the printing press, from both a software and an engineering perspective. It provides the perfect platform for smooth in-line rotary screen printing in the multi-process converting environment."
