Independent Graphic Services to Showcase Services

WEST CHICAGO, IL—08/24/07—Independent Graphic Services, Inc. will highlight its full range of sheetfed press service and parts programs, consumables, new services including refurbishing and exchange programs and its new CO2 (dry ice) press cleaning/service in Booth Number 1469 at Graph Expo ‘07 in Chicago.

CO2 (Dry Ice) Press Cleaning/blasting

IGS now offers a cost-effective dry ice cleaning/blasting service for use in cleaning presses or any printing machinery. CO2 (dry ice) cleaning/blasting is a safe, non-toxic, non-flammable, non-conductive and environmentally responsible cleaning method used for general maintenance. Lengthy cleaning processes can now be shortened by on-line precision cleaning. Patented dry ice pellets have the mass and density to remove all types of solvents, inks and varnishes – without damage, resulting in optimal equipment performance, higher profits and increased productivity.

Press Remarketing Programs

Utilizing its worldwide resources, Independent Graphic Services Inc. offers sheetfed press remarketing agreements to printing companies with presses to sell. IGS will locate the deal used sheetfed press to match the required specifications and budget. IGS can also store, relocate, install and provide asset protection/ preventive maintenance programs.. See partial list of available used presses at www.igs-usa.com

IGS Repair, Refurbishing And Exchange Programs

IGS has expanded its repair, refurbishing and exchange programs to include common press components, such as: Baumueller Drives, Blanket Washers, Carriage Bars, Ceramic Rollers, Delivery Bars, Feeder Heads, Gripper Bars, Gripper Shafts, Ink Slides, Main or Drive Motors, Pumps, Electronic boards, Step Motors and more.

Elkalub® Lubricants

Independent Graphic Services, Inc has introduced Elkalub LFC 1068 HIGH-Performance Press oils in 200 liter (55 gallon) containers – at competitive prices. Elkalub Lubricants increase machinery lifetime due to optimum protection against wear and extend the manufacturer’s oil change interval by 50%. IGS also offers the complete line of Elkalub HIGH-performance lubricants, grease, sprays and corrosion inhibitors. ELAKLUB is approved for use with the following equipment: MAN Roland®, Heidelberg®, Komori®, KBA®, Mitsubishi®, Bobst® and Mueller Martini®.

Tekon® Ink Distribution Solutions From IGS

TEKON high-performance ink management systems are designed to increase productivity and contribute to environmental friendliness by reducing ink waste, rag usage, cleaning solvents, container disposal, storage and labor costs. When pumping inks from 55 gallon drums, the, ancillary costs connected to 5 and 10 pound cans, 3.5 gallon kits and canisters are eliminated. Automate ink distribution and improve your bottom line with TEKON. Independent Graphic Services, Inc. is the exclusive distributor for TEKON High-Performance Ink Distribution systems for use with sheetfed, commercial and newspaper web offset presses.

New IGS Website

IGS recently launched a totally redesigned website with many new upgrades and interactive features. See www.igs-usa.com

Independent Graphic Services, Inc. specializes in sheetfed press service including: Installation and repair; New, used, rebuilt and remanufactured parts; Reconditioning; Press Remarketing and Used Presses; Accessories; Consumables including Elkalub lubricants; Press modifications; Consulting; TEKON Ink Distribution Systems and press performance and evaluation utilizing its exclusive LYNX print register analysis system. Member of NPES, NAPL and PIA/GATF.