Cylinder Production

From copper plating to engraving, from chrome plating to quality control — every stage in our own facilities. Professional cylinder production for flexible packaging, decorative, and special applications.

Production Architecture

Precision Cylinder
Construction

Since 2001, we have been serving the rotogravure industry without interruption. Across our three facilities, we perform all production stages from copper plating to final inspection, offering our customers full control and fast delivery advantages. With our electromechanical and laser engraving technologies, we develop solutions for a wide range — from food packaging to decorative surfaces, cigarette filters to security applications.

We aim to integrate advanced autonomous quality control standards in all our processes. With our ISO 9001:2015 certified processes and experienced engineering team, we manage your projects from start to finish, providing technical support and consulting services.
Cylinder Production Facility
Integrated Production Line: Operational
Why Saueressig Turkey

4 Key
Differentiators

01

Integrated Production

Copper plating, engraving, chrome plating, and proofing — all in our own facilities. Minimum supply chain risk, controlled delivery times.

02

Future Quality Control Vision

We aim to establish an AI-supported autonomous structure in cylinder quality control. Computer vision systems capable of micron-level defect detection are in the R&D phase.

03

Multi-Technology Engraving

Application-specific technology selection without being locked to a single system: Electromechanical, extreme laser, direct laser, chemical reduction.

04

Re-Engravability

The same cylinder body can be reused dozens of times. Dechroming, recopering, and re-engraving services ensure long-term value from your investment.

Quality
Infrastructure

Modern Technology
Flexible Capacity

Across our three facilities, numerous engraving lines, polishing stations, automatic copper/chrome plating systems, and quality control tracks operate 24/7.

24/7 Active Production
ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Engraving Technologies

  • Hell and DW Cellaxy electromechanical systems
  • Direct laser engraving (eco-friendly, no chemicals)
  • Chemical reduction (special applications)

Quality Control Systems

  • Advanced surface inspection and defect detection infrastructure
  • Spectrophotometric color measurement
  • TIR, Ra, hardness, and adhesion tests
  • Barrel proof (engraving test printing for tobacco)
Engraving Methods

Production Technologies
Methodology

Electromechanical Engraving

Hell & DW Cellaxy

Diamond-tipped engraving heads with classic cell structure. Deep engraving in thick copper layers (80-100 micron). Proven quality in food packaging and decorative applications.

  • Mega depth capacity
  • Sharp corners & micro text
  • Wide substrate compatibility
  • Easy spare parts support

Extreme Laser Engraving

High-Speed Laser

Direct laser ablation onto copper surface without chemicals. Eco-friendly process, fast production, superior fine detail performance.

  • Zero chemical waste
  • 30-40% faster production
  • Precise register control
  • Fine line superiority

Direct Laser Engraving

Next-Gen Eco-Friendly

Minimized copper plating thickness, direct engraving on thin layers. Material savings, energy efficiency, fast turnaround.

  • Low copper consumption
  • Short setup time
  • Energy savings
  • Sustainable production

Chemical Reduction

Classic Method for Specials

Acid-based chemical processing for engraving. Preferred for emboss and relief applications, organic forms and smooth transitions.

  • Ideal for emboss
  • Organic textures
  • Smooth tone transitions
  • Special effect capability
Emboss
Embossing Cylinder Detail
Surface Integrity Scan: Active
Production Request

Your Rotogravure Success
Starts with the Right Cylinder

Increase print quality, reduce costs, accelerate production.