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Making ready on job stock?
July 10, 2008

Question: I am told that, in many portions of Europe, that pressrooms do not run gray (sheets previously printed) waste and only run the job stock. Why?

Answer: This is done for several reasons. Keep in mind that for folding carton work in the U.S., we do not run gray waste either. The reasons: 

1. Faster color O.K.
2. Less blanket smashes
3. Obtain fit fast if you have automatic adjustment
4. No color contamination
5. No gray waste inventory

Last thought: If your press is new or well maintained, then I would try running only good stock. If not well maintained and the press is older, run gray. 

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Posted by Raymond Prince on July 10, 2008 | Comments (0)