Dugraf Form Rollers

Greater cost-effectiveness, durability, and print quality for your process Dry Offset

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DUGRAF Form Rollers are designed for consistent ink transfer, operational stability, and high performance in industrial metal printing applications.

In Dry Offset printing, the consistency of ink transfer directly affects the quality, productivity, and final cost of the operation.
DUGRAF Form Rollers were developed to deliver consistent performance in demanding industrial processes, contributing to sharper image definition, greater print uniformity, and fewer adjustments required during production.
Made of polyurethane (PU), these rollers combine durability, stability, and precision to meet the demands of high-speed and metal printing applications.
Cost-effectiveness
The roller's performance should be evaluated in addition to its purchase price.
Properly specified form rollers help reduce downtime, adjustments, waste, and replacement frequency, thereby improving the total cost of operation.
Durability
With elastomeric properties designed to provide mechanical strength and wear resistance, DUGRAF Form Rollers were developed to withstand demanding production cycles.
Print quality
The continuous transfer of ink contributes to greater density stability, uniformity of solids, color accuracy, and improved definition in printed materials.
Faster cleaning
The uniform roughness and controlled finish facilitate cleaning during shift changes, reducing setup time.
Customization
Sizes are 100% customizable based on demand, equipment, and specific application scenarios.
The DUGRAF Form Roller line is designed for high-speed “ Dry Offset ” printing and general metal printing applications.
Applications include:
- Beverage cans;
- Aerosol cans;
- Collapsible aluminum tubes;
- Steel cans;
- Metal lids;
- Promotional packaging;
- Industrial cans;
- Other industrial applications of metal printing.
They can also be specified for different industrial printing requirements, based on a technical analysis of the application.
DUGRAF offers a variety of Form Roller models, with dimensions and geometries tailored to the needs of each piece of equipment.
Models in the line
- Form Roller;
- Form Roller Sup;
- Larger Form Roller for Children;
- Small Form Roller;
- Small Mini Form Roller;
- Larger Form Roller;
- Form Roller Ductor;
- Mini Form Roller Ductor.
Dimensions may vary depending on the machine design and application requirements.

Material Specification — Polyurethane (PU)

DUGRAF Form Rollers are made of polyurethane, which has the typical properties of an elastomer that ensure durability, stability, and operational performance.

  
    
        Ownership
        Standard
        Unit
        Amount
      

    
        Hardness at 20 °C
        DIN 53505
        Shore A
        55/65
      

        10% module
        DIN 53504
        MPa
        1,8
      

        Module at 100%
        DIN 53504
        MPa
        3,7
      

        Module at 200%
        DIN 53504
        MPa
        4,8
      

        Module at 300%
        DIN 53504
        MPa
        6,0
      

        Tensile strength
        DIN 53504
        MPa
        52
      

        Stretching
        DIN 53504
        %
        660
      

        Tear strength: without notches
        ISO 34-1
        kN/m
        70
      

        Tear strength: notched
        ISO 34-1
        kN/m
        38
      

        Resilience
        DIN 53512
        %
        50
      

        Loss due to abrasion
        ISO 4649
        mm³
        30
      

        
          Permanent deformation due to compression
          deflection / 22 h / 70 °C
        
        ISO 815-1
        %
        30
      

  

Why Choose DUGRAF Form Rollers

Accuracy, consistency, and technical support

Choosing the right roller isn’t just a matter of size. To ensure process stability, it’s necessary to consider the equipment, speed, ink, application, surface roughness, hardness, and cleaning conditions. With DUGRAF, customers can count on technical support to identify the best configuration for their operation.

- Constant ink transfer;
- High durability;
- High-speed performance;
- Uniform finish;
- Custom sizes;
- Application in metal printing;
- Specialized technical support;
- Better operational cost-effectiveness.
To determine the correct model, the technical team can evaluate:
- Machine manufacturer;
- Equipment model;
- Roll dimensions;
- Original code;
- Technical drawing;
- Physical sample;
- Application;
- Ink type;
- Production speed;
- Performance history.
For which processes are DUGRAF form rollers recommended?
They are recommended for high-speed “ Dry Offset ” printing and general metal printing applications.
Are the sizes fixed?
No. The sizes are 100% customizable based on demand and specific application requirements.
What are the form rollers made of?
The rollers are made of polyurethane (PU).
What is the typical hardness?
The typical hardness is 55/65 Shore A, measured at 20 °C.
Do the rollers improve print quality?
Yes. The continuous transfer of ink contributes to better uniformity, density stability, and image sharpness.
Does DUGRAF help with specifications?
Yes. DUGRAF's technical team can evaluate the equipment, the application, and the process conditions to recommend the best configuration.

Do you want to improve the stability of your printing process?

Contact the DUGRAF team and find the ideal Form Roller for your operation.

Our experts can assist your team in selecting the right model, analyzing the application, and determining the best configuration for your process.

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