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K LOX PROOFER
Simon Payne
Design Engineer

RK PrintCoat Instruments Ltd. REPEATABLE

Litlington, Royston, Herts. SG8 0QZ, UK SAMPLES
Tel: +44 (0)1763 850915
E-mail: simon@rkprint.com Website: www.rkprint.com

RESEARCH +
DEVELOPMENT

The Automatic K Lox

The simplest method of applying flexo inks and

other fluid coatings onto any substrate to produce
accurate and repeatable proofs that closely resemble
conventional flexo printing. The K Lox Proofer is an QUALITY
essential tool for ink makers and printers alike. Ideal CONTROL
for quality control and presentation samples, R&D
and computer colour matching data.

MAIN FEATURES
Above: • Instant flexo proofs
The Hand K Lox
• Easy to use - easy to clean

• Excellent repeatability
SPECIFICATION
Footprint 400 x 450mm • Reduces press down-time

Weight 29 Kgs • Fully interchangeable rollers up to

GLOBAL
Rating 220 - 240V or 100 - 120V 500 screen
SUPPORT
50/60Hz
• Hand and automatic versions available

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140 lpi 20.2 cm³/m² TR 10
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Cleaning/storage rack for up to 6EQUIPMENT
rollers RK - Business
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200 lpi 10.2 cm³/m² TR 12