What is Ink Can Dispenser?

The Ink Can Dispenser by Sajo Technologies is a press frame mounted dispenser which allows printers to automatically pump ink into the ink fountain using existing ink cans. The Ink Can Dispenser allows printers to pump UV or conventional ink from their existing 2.5 kg or 5.0 kg plastic or metal ink cans directly into the ink fountain while maintaining an even and accurate ink distribution. Through the use of stainless steel manifold over the fountain and an ultrasonic sensor, the ink level in the fountain is controlled to within .375.”

The Ink Can Dispenser mounts directly and easily to the press frame, sitting on top of the unit or attached to the side of the frame. It includes a follower plate that can handle either straight or tapered wall cans. The EPDM seal wipes the side walls clean as it lowers leaving less than 1% ink waste.

Color changes, whether UV to conventional or between units, are simple and quick by easily moving the wet end component assembly (follower plate, hose, and tube) through the use of a quick release pin and air hose. Once removed, the assembly can be transferred freely.

With the follower plate in position, the wet end assembly seals the ink from the elements allowing the ink can to remain in the dispenser indefinitely. As the ink is consumed, an indicator light shows full, low, or empty can status at all times minimizing the risk of a fountain running dry.

Features and benefits include:

• Handles 2.5 kg or 5.0 kg UV or conventional ink cans
• Uses existing metal or plastic, tapered or straight-walled cans
• Mounts on top or side of press frame
• 1” stainless manifold with even flow nozzles to control ink flow
• Wet end assembly removes with quick release pin
• Adjustable ultrasonic sensor controls ink height to approximately .375”
• Wet end assembly can be easily interchanged between printing units
• Quick changes from UV to conventional ink
• Full, low, and empty status alarm lights
• Small footprint (9.5” x 10”)
• Sliding door minimizes frame usage
• Lightweight aluminum construction
• Painted to match press color
• Super flex EPDM hose allows for a multitude of installation options
• Made to measure mounting brackets for manifold