ELS Intaglio Printing Technology

Industrial Rotogravure Printing Machine & Gravure Line

Engineered to eliminate high-speed register drift and volatile solvent loss across multi-layer flexible packaging, OYANG's industrial rotogravure printing machine (high-speed gravure printing machine) lines deliver synchronized continuous roll converting up to 400 m/min. Utilizing dedicated Electronic Line Shaft (ELS) servo drives and heavy-duty 75mm nodular cast iron frames processed on Japanese MAZAK CNC centers, our presses maintain an automatic register tolerance of ≤±0.05mm across thin BOPP, PET, BOPA nylon, aluminum foil, and coated kraft paper, curtailing startup substrate waste to < 0.25%.

≤±0.05mm Register Accuracy Up to 400 m/min Stable Speed B&R / Kersai ELS System CE Certified (SHES1508004754MDC)
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400m/min Max Production Speed
±0.05mm Auto Register Accuracy
1,350mm Max Print Width
(Customizable)
4Models for Every Scale
14Colors Max (Customizable)
CECertified All Models
Engineering Lineup

OYANG Rotogravure Printing Machine Series

Every rotogravure printing machine in the OYANG portfolio is manufactured with high-tensile wall panels processed via MAZAK CNC centers, ensuring zero dynamic vibration at extreme speeds.

OYANG EASYPRINT 3.0 ELS Rotogravure Printing Machine – 280mmin Tower Turret Unwind
ENTRY LEVEL

EASYPRINT 3.0 ELS Gravure Machine

Cost-effective entry-level gravure printing machine. Ideal for sampling, short runs and converters expanding into flexible film printing.

220 m/min
Production Speed
1,050mm
Max Print Width
5–11
Colors
280 m/min
Max Speed
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OYANG HONOR 3.5 ELS Rotogravure Printing Machine 300mmin 10-Color Auto Register for BOPP PET PE Film
MID RANGE

HONOR 3.5 ELS Gravure Machine

Balanced performance for mid-scale converters. Built with Kersai ELS 3.0 control, supporting wide web film processing up to 1,350mm.

300 m/min
Production Speed
1,350mm
Max Print Width
5–11
Colors
320 m/min
Max Speed
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POPULAR
OYANG HONOR 3.5 PLUS ELS Rotogravure Printing Machine – 400mmin 10-Color High-Speed Flexible Packaging Printer
MID-HIGH END

HONOR 3.5 PLUS ELS Gravure Machine

Upgraded 75mm nodular iron frame, fully enclosed ink trough, and B&R ELS integration — bridges high-speed stability and economical operation.

350 m/min
Production Speed
1,350mm
Max Print Width
5–12
Colors
380 m/min
Max Speed
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OYANG HONOR 4.0 ELS Rotogravure Printing Machine – 400mmin ±0.05mm Ultra-Precision Servo Drive for Food Pharma Packaging
FLAGSHIP

HONOR 4.0 ELS Rotogravure Machine

The flagship high-volume rotogravure printing machine. Features 400 m/min stable speed, B&R ELS motion architecture, and 3,000-recipe digital memory.

400 m/min
Production Speed
1,350mm
Max Print Width
5–14
Colors
450 m/min
Max Speed
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Model Comparison

Comparative Analysis: OYANG Gravure Printing Machine Range

Detailed engineering benchmark comparing speed, frame rigidity, doctor blade structures, and drying efficiencies across all 4 ELS configurations.

ParameterEASYPRINT 3.0
Entry Level
HONOR 3.5
Mid Range
HONOR 3.5 PLUS
★ Popular
HONOR 4.0
Flagship
Max Speed280 m/min320 m/min380 m/min450 m/min
Production Speed220 m/min300 m/min350 m/min400 m/min
Max Print Width1,250mm1,350mm1,350mm1,350mm
Colors5–115–115–125–14
Register Accuracy≤±0.05mm≤±0.05mm≤±0.05mm≤±0.05mm
Lower Side Frame50mm Cast Iron50mm Cast Iron75mm Nodular Iron75mm Nodular Iron
Upper Side Frame20mm Steel Plate20mm Steel Plate40mm Nodular Iron40mm Nodular Iron
Ink TroughSemi-CoveredSemi-EnclosedFully EnclosedFully Enclosed
Doctor BladeDual-Shaft PneumaticDual-Shaft PneumaticBox-Type RigidBox-Type Rigid
Impression DeviceSwing Arm Φ63mmSwing Arm Φ63mmDirect Press Φ80mmDirect Press Φ80mm
Control SystemKESAI ELSKESAI ELS 3.0B&R or KESAI 3.5B&R or KESAI 4.0
Printing Unit Motor3.6kW Direct Servo3.6kW Direct Servo5.6kW Servo+Gearbox5.6kW Servo+Gearbox
Standard Oven Length1,600mm1,500mm1,800mm1,800mm
Energy Saving System35–40% 55–60%
Pre-Registration
Job Memory (Recipes)StandardStandardStandard3,000 Recipes
Main HMI15" Touchscreen15" Touchscreen19" Touchscreen19" Touchscreen
CE Certified
Best ForSampling & short runsMid-scale convertersGrowing convertersHigh-volume production
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Core Engineering

5 Key Advantages Across the OYANG Gravure Series

How precision Japanese machining and thermodynamically optimized drying eliminate register drift and solvent waste.

Mechanical Rigidity & Dynamic Resonance Control Standards

At line speeds reaching 400 m/min, rotational inertia and cylinder impression forces risk harmonic micro-vibrations in lightweight fabricated frames. OYANG eliminates dynamic register drift through structural rigidity standards verified across in-house Japanese MAZAK & OKUMA CNC lines:

Structural / Dynamic SubsystemEngineering Tolerance & MaterialHigh-Speed Performance Guarantee
Wall Panel Casting75mm QT500-7 Nodular Cast IronHigh internal damping capacity absorbs operational vibrations, shifting resonance frequencies far above the 450 m/min zone.
MAZAK CNC Panel Planarity≤ 0.015 mm overall flatnessPrecision-bored shaft centers guarantee parallel cylinder contact across 1,350mm web widths, preventing uneven nip pressure.
Dynamic Register Locking≤ ±0.05 mm (longitudinal & lateral)Integrated B&R / Kersai ELS bus automatically compensates cylinder phase angles within 10 milliseconds during roll splicing.
Tension Closed-Loop Stability≤ ±0.3 kgf dynamic deviationLow-inertia floating dancer rollers compensate web elongation across thin 12μm PET and 15μm BOPA barrier films.

By combining stress-relief thermal annealing with box-type rib reinforced wall frames, the press maintains absolute mechanical alignment across 24-hour continuous converting cycles, eliminating color ghosting, doctor blade chatter, and cylinder deflection.

OYANG HONOR 4.0 Rotogravure Printing Machine in Production – 400mmin Non-Stop Flexible Packaging Line
ADVANTAGE 01

Tower Dual-Station — Non-Stop Roll Change at Full Speed

All models feature a tower-type dual-station unwind and rewind structure. When a roll reaches its terminal diameter, the servo-driven turret arm rotates and automatically splices the web at full operating speed (up to 400 m/min). This eliminates line deceleration, avoids registration shifts during changeovers, and delivers uninterrupted output across 24-hour manufacturing shifts.

ADVANTAGE 02

≤±0.05mm Register Accuracy — Closed-Loop Dynamic Tension

A low-friction ultra-light dancer roller coupled with high-resolution magnetic powder brake and dual servo infeed units provides continuous real-time tension compensation (≤±0.3 kgf). The high-speed fiber-optic pre-registration system locks colors in a single pass during ramp-up, minimizing substrate waste during machine startup.

HONOR 4.0 Rotogravure Printing Machine – ±0.05mm Ultra-Precision Register for Food Pharma Packaging
OYANG Gravure Printing Machine ELS System – Fast Job Changeover with 3000 Recipe Storage
ADVANTAGE 03

ELS Electronic Shaft — One-Key Setup & 3,000-Recipe Storage

By replacing mechanical drive shafts with Austrian B&R or Kersai servo motion controllers, each print cylinder operates as an independent virtual electronic axis. The system synchronizes phase angles via high-speed Ethernet POWERLINK bus. Operators can recall tension curves, oven temperatures, and register offsets for up to 3,000 repeat orders in under 2 minutes.

ADVANTAGE 04

Fully Enclosed Ink Trough — Solvent Loss Reduction

HONOR 3.5 PLUS and HONOR 4.0 feature a Teflon-coated, aerodynamically sealed ink system. By preventing ambient air induction across the ink surface, volatile organic solvent evaporation is curtailed by over 30%, saving up to ¥600,000 annually per line. The rigid box-type doctor blade features 3D micro-adjustment to prevent ink spitting and blade chatter marks.

HONOR 4.0 Fully Enclosed Ink Trough Design – Reduce Solvent Evaporation Cut Production Costs
HONOR 4.0 Smart Zone Drying System – 15–20 Energy Saving Rotogravure Oven for Film Printing
ADVANTAGE 05

Thermodynamic Drying Efficiency & Heat Recovery

Featuring variable-frequency air recirculation with nozzle jet velocities exceeding 40 m/s, OYANG ovens generate high boundary-layer turbulence to evaporate solvents with minimal substrate heating. Five-sided rock wool thermal insulation limits exterior shell temperatures to below 40°C, reducing electrical consumption by 15–20% compared to conventional air impingement systems.

Production Workflow

8-Step Rotogravure Printing Process

How roll-fed substrates pass through the intaglio printing units to achieve precision packaging films.

Rotogravure Unwind Unit with Dual Station Turret
Step 1
Unwind Unit

Dual-position turret with flying splice mechanism changes full-speed rolls up to 400 m/min without tension disruption.

Closed Loop Infeed Tension Control System
Step 2
Infeed Tension

Ultra-sensitive floating dancer roller actively compensates web expansion, providing stable ±0.3 kgf infeed tension.

ELS Direct Servo Driven Printing Unit
Step 3
Intaglio Transfer

Independent servo motors drive the engraved cylinder, applying micro-dosed inks directly with ≤±0.05mm register accuracy.

High Velocity Hot Air Drying Oven
Step 4
Hot-Air Drying

Nozzle velocity exceeding 40 m/s accelerates solvent release, ensuring complete drying with residual solvents below EU food packaging thresholds.

Water Cooled Substrate Chilling Roller
Step 5
Web Cooling

Internal spiral-flow water-cooled rollers (Φ150mm) rapidly cool films back to ambient temperatures to prevent post-print stretching.

Outfeed Web Video Inspection and Rewind Tension Unit
Step 6
Outfeed Tension

Servo-controlled taper tension algorithm dynamically matches increasing roll diameter, eliminating telescoping rolls.

Automatic Turret Rewind System
Step 7
Auto Turret Rewind

Linear cutter and pre-drive roll rotation execute non-stop automatic core switching when the target length is completed.

Finished Printed Film Roll Ready for Converting
Step 8
Downstream Ready

High-density printed rolls transfer straight to OYANG solvent-free laminators and pouch making machines with zero edge-trim waste.

Substrates & Applications

Compatible Materials & Converting Sectors

Engineering compatibility verified for films, foils, and composite papers across primary food and industrial packaging sectors.

BOPP Film Substrate for Rotogravure Printing01
BOPP Film (12–60 μm)

Crisp snack bags, confectionery wrappers, and twist films requiring high optical clarity.

PET Film Substrate for High Temperature Food Pouches02
PET Film (12–50 μm)

Retort pouches, pet food bags, and vacuum-grade barrier packaging.

CPP Film Substrate for Inner Heat Seal Layers03
CPP Film (20–80 μm)

Heat-sealable inner liners, facial sheet mask packaging, and medical pouches.

NY BOPA Nylon Film for Vacuum Packaging04
NY / BOPA Film (15–30 μm)

High puncture-resistant vacuum barrier wraps for frozen meat, poultry, and liquid packaging.

Aluminum Foil for Pharmaceutical Blister and Food Bags05
Aluminum Foil (6.5–40 μm)

Ultra-high barrier pharmaceutical blister lids, coffee pouches, and retort laminates.

Metallized Film Rolls VMCPP and VMPET06
VMCPP / VMPET Metallized

Reflective premium snack packaging, coffee pouches, and thermal insulation rolls.

Kraft Coated Paper Rolls for Shopping Bags07
Kraft & Coated Paper (30–120 g/m²)

Eco-friendly retail shopping bags, flour bags, and flexible composite paper wraps.

PVC PETG Shrink Sleeve Label Film08
PVC / PETG Shrink Film (30–50 μm)

High-shrink ratio beverage sleeve labels, bottle tamper bands, and cosmetic wraps.

Factory Demonstrations

Watch OYANG Rotogravure Machines in Operation

Live engineering walkthroughs and high-speed factory demonstrations presented by OYANG group engineers.

Full Machine Architecture

Rotogravure Printing Machine — Full Introduction

Complete machine walkthrough by Roman — mechanical frame, ELS servo drive, and drying nozzles.

Engineering Walkthrough

Rotogravure Machine Overall Introduction

Detailed review by Zory — servo synchronization bus, dancer tension, and cylinder clamping units.

Flagship 400 m/min Press

HONOR 4.0 ELS Rotogravure Machine Introduction

Technical inspection by Zory — 400 m/min speed demonstration, B&R ELS platform, and 3,000 recipe management.

Live 300 m/min Run

HONOR 3.5 Full Machine Working Demo

Continuous production on BOPP film — 300 m/min speed run with real-time automatic color register accuracy.

Entry-Level Press

EASYPRINT 3.0 Machine Introduction

Cost-effective ELS setup — 220 m/min production, one-key auto pre-registration, designed for new converters.

Engineering Q&A

OYANG Rotogravure Printing Machine — Frequently Asked Questions

Verified answers covering models, mechanical tolerances, register accuracy, substrate limits, and global warranty terms.

Q1: What rotogravure printing machine models does OYANG offer?
OYANG offers four ELS rotogravure models: EASYPRINT 3.0 (up to 280 m/min, max width 1,050mm; for sampling & short runs), HONOR 3.5 (up to 320 m/min, max width 1,350mm; balanced performance for mid-scale converters), HONOR 3.5 PLUS (up to 380 m/min, max width 1,350mm; upgraded frame, B&R control, fully enclosed ink trough), and HONOR 4.0 (up to 450 m/min, max width 1,350mm; flagship for high-speed, high-volume production).
Q2: What is the maximum printing speed of each model?
EASYPRINT 3.0: 280 m/min (production: 220 m/min) | HONOR 3.5: 320 m/min (production: 300 m/min) | HONOR 3.5 PLUS: 380 m/min (production: 350 m/min) | HONOR 4.0: 450 m/min (production: 400 m/min).
Q3: How many print colors can be configured?
All models support 5–11 colors as standard, with custom configurations up to 14 colors. Please specify your color count when inquiring.
Q4: What print widths are available?
EASYPRINT 3.0 supports 850mm and 1,050mm. HONOR 3.5, 3.5 PLUS and 4.0 support 850mm / 1,050mm / 1,250mm / 1,350mm — please specify your substrate width when inquiring.
Q5: What register accuracy can I expect?
All four models achieve automatic register accuracy of ≤±0.05mm, with tension accuracy of ≤±0.3 kgf across the full amplitude range — maintained even during acceleration and deceleration phases.
Q6: What substrates are compatible?
All OYANG rotogravure machines print on OPP, BOPP, CPP, PE, PET, PVC, NY (Nylon), aluminum foil, VMCPP/VMPET (metallized film) and kraft/coated paper — covering the full range of flexible packaging materials.
Q7: Can the machine run without stopping during roll changes?
Yes. All models feature a tower-type double-station unwind/rewind structure. When one roll is exhausted, the machine automatically switches to the second roll at full speed — no stopping, no slowdown, zero waste during the transition.
Q8: What control system is used?
EASYPRINT 3.0 uses Kersai ELS. HONOR 3.5 uses Kersai ELS 3.0. HONOR 3.5 PLUS and HONOR 4.0 offer a choice between B&R (Bernecker & Rainer) ELS or Kersai ELS 3.5/4.0 — both deliver full servo integration of drive, tension and register control.
Q9: How does the drying system work, and is it energy-efficient?
All models use a semi-suspended oven with air nozzle velocity >40 m/s and 5-sided insulation. HONOR 3.5 PLUS and HONOR 4.0 feature an air-reduction/concentration heating system reducing energy by 15–20%. The HONOR 4.0's fully enclosed ink trough cuts solvent evaporation, saving up to ¥600,000/year (based on 10h/day operation).
Q10: How operator-friendly are these machines?
All models feature touchscreen HMI with job memory (HONOR 4.0 stores up to 3,000 recipes). One-key auto ink registration reduces dependence on skilled operators. New operators can be trained within 2–3 days.
Q11: What is the frame and structural build quality?
EASYPRINT 3.0 and HONOR 3.5 use 50mm cast iron lower frames and 20mm steel plate upper frames. HONOR 3.5 PLUS and HONOR 4.0 upgrade to 75mm nodular iron lower frames and 40mm nodular iron upper frames — delivering superior rigidity at high speeds. All core components are machined on OYANG's in-house MAZAK CNC centres.
Q12: Are these machines CE certified?
Yes. All OYANG rotogravure printing machines are CE certified, with dual software and hardware safety protection throughout the entire machine.
Q13: What is the standard delivery time?
Typically 90 days after deposit confirmation. Expedited options may be available depending on configuration — please contact our sales team for confirmation.
Q14: Can the machine handle both film and paper substrates?
Yes. All models are compatible with BOPP, PET, CPP, PE, OPP, NY, aluminum foil, metallized film (VMCPP/VMPET) and kraft/coated paper laminates.
Q15: What after-sales service is provided?
OYANG provides remote diagnostics + on-site engineer support (80+ bilingual engineers globally, including local offices in India and Russia) + fast spare parts dispatch. All machines carry a 1-year warranty from installation sign-off, with free replacement parts for non-human-caused failures. A free spare parts list is provided with every shipment.
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