The Practice of Presswork (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Craig R. Spicher

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265929652 ISBN 13: 9780265929650

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Practical guidance on printing inks, presswork, and the machines that power a modern shop.

This book delves into the essential elements of printing ink, from how varnish carries color to how pigment and vehicles interact on paper. It explains how ink consistency, tack, and flow influence print quality, and it shows how temperature, stock, and press design affect the final result. Readers will gain a grounded view of the chemistry and physics behind everyday printing tasks, with practical tips drawn from real pressroom scenarios.

Alongside ink, the volume covers electrical power in a shop, motor types, and the basics of motor maintenance. It discusses direct current and induction motors, speed control, wiring safety, and routine upkeep to keep presses running smoothly. The material emphasizes practical troubleshooting and safe practices for working with live circuits and rotating machinery.

• How ink consistency and viscosity affect printing on different papers and presses
• The three main printing methods and how ink behaves in each
• Basics of motor control, maintenance, and selecting the right drive for a job
• Safe, effective practices for wiring, fuses, and starting devices in a pressroom

Ideal for readers involved in print shops, press operators, and technicians seeking a solid, no‑nonsense guide to ink and power in printing.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265929652
• ISBN 13: 9780265929650
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 268