Offset Printing Technique

Offset printing technique involves transfer of an inked image from a plate to a rubber blanket. After it is transferred to the rubber blanket, it is further moved to the printing surface. Offset printing technique can also be taken into action on a web printing press, which involves the use of huge rolls of continuously fed paper, or a sheet fed press. Apart from this, all latest technology in printing, comprising of computer aided designs too is also used. It is regarded as the best cost effective printing technique and most apt for organizations involving production of high quality prints in bulk.

Types of Offset Printing

• Sheet fed offset printing

• Web offset printing

Offset Printing - Advantages

• High image quality

• Quick and easy production

• Long lasting printing plate life

• A cheap printing technique

Offset Printing - Disadvantages

• In contrast to rotogravure or photogravure printing, the image quality is slightly poor.

• Aluminum printing plates might become sensitive because of chemical oxidation.