GTO46 Dampening

[Ron Bakker]

We are currently running a GTO46 with conventional dampening and are looking to upgrade to a dampening system... after a little research, I have found three contenders:

1. Kompac

2. Crestline Altra

3. Aquaprint

Can anyone suggest others? Which is best? What is the best unit for tradeoff between value ($) and performance? Any help is greatly appreciated! Any chance of finding a used/refurbed unit?

R.

[Kompac123]

You are definitely making an excellent, profitable decision upgrading your conventional dampening system and it would clearly be to your advantage to go with the Kompac. Here are just some of the features and benefits of using a Kompac Automatic Dampening System:

• Automatic ink/water balance
• Instant start-up
• Increased production
• Improved print quality
• Sharper dots
• Brighter colors
• ROI of 6 months or less
• 100,000 units on press worldwide
• Over 400 Authorized Kompac Dealers

We are here to answer any additional questions that you have and/or provide you with a specific return of investment for your printing operation. To improve the performance of your press immediately please contact Holly at h.cedro@kompactech.com or (908) 534-8411 ext. 1112.

Kompac...Your partner in profit for over 30 years!

[Happyprinter]

We have been running a Crestline system our 46 for about 10 years and love it. We have never had a problem with it in anyway. It is a great unit. One thing you might look at, if you are ever planning on using the press for coating, look towards the Kompac unit as you can incorporate it with their uv coater which is a plus and will save you some money down the road, although it is very expensive to add vs. just buying a uv coater unit seperate. hope this helps.
Brian