Apex Europe has launched Apex Cleaning Services, a comprehensive cleaning and maintenance program designed to help printers and converters maintain peak anilox performance and achieve greater consistency, efficiency, and profitability on press.
In today’s competitive print environment, even small amounts of contamination within anilox cells can significantly impact ink transfer, color consistency, coating performance, and overall press efficiency. Over time, clogged or partially blocked cells can lead to increased waste, longer setup times, unnecessary downtime, and higher operating costs.
To address these challenges, Apex Europe now offers professional cleaning services directly through its service organization, providing customers with a trusted partner to support the complete lifecycle of their anilox investments.
“The performance of an anilox roll is only as good as its condition,” said Christian Rieger, technical sales, Apex Europe. “Customers invest heavily in optimizing their print processes, but contaminated or damaged cells can quickly undermine those efforts. With Apex Cleaning Services, we’re helping customers protect their investment, maintain predictable print performance, and maximize productivity throughout the life of their anilox rolls and sleeves.”
The new service offering combines Apex’s expertise in anilox technology with advanced cleaning methodologies and detailed inspection procedures. Beyond restoring cell cleanliness, Apex technicians evaluate overall anilox condition and identify potential performance issues before they impact production.
The program includes professional cleaning services, anilox inspections, condition assessments, and maintenance recommendations designed to help customers maintain consistent print quality and maximize the lifespan of their anilox rolls and sleeves.
Apex Cleaning Services is available for Apex products as well as anilox rolls and sleeves from other manufacturers.
Key benefits include restored ink and coating transfer performance; improved print and color consistency; reduced press downtime and production waste; extended anilox roll and sleeve lifespan; early identification of wear and performance issues; and access to Apex’s technical service expertise
The launch further strengthens Apex Europe’s commitment to providing customers with complete anilox support solutions that extend beyond manufacturing. By combining industry-leading manufacturing, technical consultation, performance diagnostics, inventory management solutions, and dedicated cleaning services, Apex continues to help customers improve operational performance across the entire print process.
“Our customers increasingly expect more than products. They want a partner who can help them maximize performance throughout the life of their anilox,” said Ruud van Cuijk, CEO, Apex International. “As the world’s largest and only truly global anilox supplier, we’ve heard a consistent message from customers who want a complete cleaning solution backed by the same technical expertise, global service organization, and warranty they’ve come to expect from Apex. Apex Cleaning Services is a natural extension of our commitment to helping customers improve print quality, increase efficiency, and extend the life of their anilox investments. By bringing this service directly into the Apex portfolio, we’re making it easier for customers to rely on a single trusted partner for every stage of the anilox lifecycle.”
Apex Cleaning Services is now available through Apex Europe’s service and technical support organization.
