Fundamentals of Lithographic Printing : Mechanics of Printing Book

The most comprehensive book available on the science of lithography. Written by an engineer, it will appeal to engineers entering the industry, to workers in the field, and to students training for a career in printing. This edition emphasizes single-color sheetfed printing, covering in detail these topics: cylinders, blankets, plates, rollers, inking systems, and dampening systems. An entire section is devoted to the unique features of web printing and another to non-traditional forms of lithography, including waterless printing.

Preface Overview Cylinders, Blankets, and Plates Rollers and Rolling Action Inking System Design Dampening System Design Unique Features of Web Printing Non-traditional Forms of Lithography Glossary Index