As the global printing machinery industry continues to evolve toward higher precision, higher efficiency, and lower maintenance requirements, the materials and manufacturing processes of key components have become decisive factors in overall machine performance. Among these components, pressure rollers—which are in direct contact with paper and responsible for stable sheet feeding—play a critical role. They must offer excellent wear resistance and resilience, while maintaining dimensional stability, protecting paper surfaces, and resisting oil contamination and aging during long-term operation. These demanding requirements highlight the unique advantages of polyurethane (PU) materials.
Feilong Polyurethane Equipment specializes in the R&D and manufacturing of dedicated equipment for polymer composite materials. Its product portfolio includes polyurethane elastomer casting machines, high- and low-pressure foaming machines, fully automatic automotive seat production lines, automatic mold opening and closing frames, and physical foaming equipment. With deep expertise spanning polyurethane formulations, molding processes, and equipment integration, Feilong goes beyond supplying machinery—offering customers the capability to develop high-performance polyurethane components tailored for downstream applications, including printing machinery.
Why Do Printing Press Pressure Rollers Require Professional-Grade Polyurethane?
Traditional rubber or metal pressure rollers often suffer from slippage, rapid wear, excessive noise, or paper surface damage during high-speed printing operations. In contrast, pressure rollers made from high-quality polyurethane materials deliver clear performance advantages:
- High friction coefficient with controllable hardness: Shore hardness can be precisely matched (typically 60A–90A) to different paper types—coated paper, newsprint, cardboard—ensuring stable feeding without slippage.
- Excellent wear and tear resistance: Significantly extends service life and reduces downtime caused by frequent replacements.
- Superior vibration damping and noise reduction: Enhances overall machine stability and improves the working environment.
- Oil, solvent, and aging resistance: Maintains stable performance under the complex conditions of printing workshops.
Feilong: More Than Equipment—A Polyurethane Application Solution Expert
Feilong’s technological strength lies in its precise control of the entire polyurethane process—from raw material formulation and metering to mixing, casting, and curing. Its self-developed polyurethane elastomer casting machines utilize high-precision metering systems and closed-loop temperature control, ensuring consistent material properties in every pour. This consistency is the foundation for mass-producing pressure rollers with highly uniform performance.
For printing equipment OEMs and component suppliers, Feilong provides comprehensive support, including:
- Customized development services: Tailored polyurethane pressure roller structures and material formulations based on customer drawings or application scenarios.
- Small-batch trial production and performance testing: Rapid prototyping with detailed reports on hardness, density, tensile strength, and other key parameters.
- Scalable mass production capability: Automated casting and post-processing lines ensure stable quality and reliable delivery schedules.
- Regulatory compliance support: Products comply with international environmental standards such as RoHS and REACH, facilitating entry into European and North American markets.
Partner with Feilong to Enhance the Core Competitiveness of Your Printing Equipment
As global manufacturing accelerates its transformation and upgrading, selecting a reliable polyurethane component partner has become a critical step for printing machinery manufacturers seeking to increase product value. With over 30 years of technical expertise, Feilong Polyurethane Equipment Engineering Co., Ltd. is committed to delivering cost-effective, high-reliability polyurethane pressure roller solutions to customers worldwide.
