Leveraging Automation to Streamline Cylindrical Print Production

Introduction

In today’s fast-paced print industry, automation isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity for scaling operations. Whether you’re handling bulk orders or running a high-mix, low-volume shop, automating parts of your cylindrical printing workflow can dramatically improve efficiency, accuracy, and profitability. In this blog, we’ll show you how to leverage automation to streamline cylindrical print production.

1. Automating Design Input and Prepress

- Use templates to eliminate repeated manual alignment
- Integrate customer portals for design uploads and order details
- Automate color correction and white ink layer generation with RIP software presets

2. Auto-Queued Job Management

- Set up job batching in RIP software to group similar materials
- Use hot folders that auto-start print jobs as soon as files are added
- Prioritize urgent jobs or reorder common designs on demand

3. Automated Rotary System Controls

- Invest in rotary attachments with auto-calibration and programmable speeds
- Use sensor-based jig systems to reduce misalignment errors
- Enable consistent print placement across varying product diameters

4. Variable Data Printing (VDP) Integration

- Automate name, number, or barcode changes across batches
- Useful for personalized gifts, event items, or serialized products
- Pair with spreadsheet imports or API systems for bulk personalization

5. Post-Print Handling and Sorting

- Add automated curing stations with conveyor systems
- Labeling, packaging, or inspection stations can be semi-automated
- Use barcode scanning to sort and validate printed products

6. Benefits of Automation in Cylindrical Printing

- Reduces labor costs and manual errors
- Improves turnaround time and consistency
- Scales your business capacity without compromising quality

Conclusion

Automation helps transform your cylindrical UV printing business into a modern, efficient, and highly responsive operation. By investing in the right tools and workflows, you can future-proof your business, reduce stress on your team, and deliver better results—faster.

Streamline success with our automation-ready cylindrical printer — built for precision, productivity, and next-level automation.