Coating Cylinders Explained: The Complete Guide to Precision Coating Cylinders for Packaging and Print
Quick Answer: Coating cylinders apply varnish, lacquer, and functional coatings — such as gloss finishes, heat seal lacquer, and moisture barriers — to printed or unprinted substrates. They differ from print cylinders because their cell structure is engineered for even fluid deposition rather than image reproduction. Not every cylinder on a rotogravure press carries ink. […]
