Innovative Roll Technology for Exceptional Narrow Web Printing
Whether you’re manufacturing labels, shrink sleeves, tags or packaging, Apex anilox roll technologies are engineered for top performance in narrow web printing applications. With customizable options to suit your unique print requirements, Apex rolls ensure precise ink transfer, vibrant colors, and sharp details. With decades of experience in various label & narrow web applications, Apex has the solutions, experience and service to help you achieve your most profitable print operation yet.
Unleash the full potential of your flexo print process when you partner with Apex International.
Dynamic Solutions for the Modern Printer
Apex offers a wide range of patented and proprietary engraving options. Manufactured to the tightest OEM tolerances, our rolls are built for precision print at high press speeds, and proven to reduce or eliminate ink spitting, pinholing and other troublesome print defects. Contact an Apex representative today to discuss your unique print goals and we’ll find you the best roll solution for maximum print quality and production efficiency.
GTT 2.0 Engraving Innovation
Print Better, Faster, Stronger and Save Money with GTT
Imagine using just one anilox roll for finer screens – and stronger solids. Imagine less mottling, pinholing, plugging and dot gain. Imagine faster drying time. GTT is the best anilox product available in the narrow web printing market for achieving the needed consistent ink-to-plate transfer in HD Flexo Quality and Fixed Palette printing.
Unmatched Sleeve Performance
The only anilox sleeves designed & built by an anilox manufacturer.
Apex anilox sleeves are engineered for ultimate performance and quality, without compromise. With its ultra-smooth composite interior wall and super-reinforced sturdy construction, Apex anilox sleeves resist swelling, bouncing, fraying allowing for easier loading and unloading, extended roll life, and top performance on press.
Label & Narrow Web Printing Solutions
Leaders in Label & Narrow Web Printing Quality
Consultancy & Support
Communication is at the heart of what we do. We work closely with our customers to truly understand their needs before identifying the right solutions for their narrow web applications.
Precision & Quality
Apex is proud to offer patented and proprietary metering solutions manufactured with the highest quality standards, the tightest OEM tolerances, and quality controlled throughout production for high definition flexo printing quality.
Performance & Longevity
Apex anilox rolls are engineered to ensure print consistency & repeatability, efficient press performance and maximum roll life at high press speeds.
Ultimate Profitability
Proven to reduce raw material waste, minimize ink consumption and reduce downtime for troubleshooting, maintenance and cleaning, Apex anilox technology can help you create your most profitable pressroom yet!
What Our Clients Say.
"With Apex GTT we selected a high-tech tool that gives us the highest degree of control around the ink transfer. At the same time we were able to reduce our aniloxinventory, thus saving a significant number of set up anilox roll changes across the business on a daily basis."
Dennis Patterson
"At Bobst, we strive to deliver the highest standards of innovation and performance to our customers. Our partnership with Apex International has played a pivotal role in achieving these goals. The quality and precision of Apex’s anilox solutions, coupled with their commitment to innovation, have complemented our efforts to drive efficiency and excellence in printing technology."
Michael Cox
"At Lombardi, our 15+ year partnership with Apex International has been essential to delivering high-quality flexographic and hybrid printing solutions. Their precision anilox technology, exceptional troubleshooting, and commitment to quality help keep our presses running smoothly and our customers satisfied—especially in the demanding market. Apex also supports our sustainability goals by reducing ink and substrate waste, enabling us to deliver top-tier prints with less environmental impact. In a rapidly evolving industry, Apex is more than a supplier—they’re a trusted partner helping us drive innovation and shape the future of flexographic printing."
Nicola Lombardi
"It would be challenging to only provide testimony about Apex, the anilox’s work as they should, providing us with color match capabilities and repeatability which allow us to support our customer base and be competitive in the label converting industry.
The true testimony is about the relationship you have built with Kennedy Group. Service, accountability, optimism, authenticity, respect, trust, value, and communication just to name a few, all which has provided an excellent customer-centric experience. Thank you for your continued support, we look forward to you servicing our account for years to come."
Scott Lane
"We have been incorporating GTT anilox rolls from Apex International in our machines for the past two years, and the response has been amazing. The label industry in India has grown rapidly, and many of our customers now prefer GTT technology due to its quality and superior performance. We’ve integrated GTT anilox rolls into all our machines. Our customers consistently praise GTT for its innovative ink transfer capabilities and the exceptional print quality it delivers. It’s a game-changer and undoubtedly one of the best choices we’ve made in improving our offerings."
Shiv Nandan Singh
"Nilpeter demands the best quality in every component that goes into our presses. Anilox rollers are critical to print quality. Apex has been a reliable partner, delivering superior engraving technology and consistency. Apex aniloxes ensure a smooth, controlled, and consistent ink transfer, which directly translates to better print quality and reduced waste. They give us everything that we can require: good deliveries, good service, and excellent quality."
Alan Barretto
"In flexo-plate making for flexible packaging and label printing, GTT rollers have consistently exceeded expectations. They solve challenges like vignette smoothness and dot clarity, delivering exceptional CMYK results. Clients have drastically reduced their anilox inventory by relying on GTT for varied print needs, achieving consistent quality across projects."
Nitin Patil
"Partnering with Apex has been a game-changer for us. Their innovative solutions and exceptional customer service have helped us deliver unparalleled quality to our customers. The precision and reliability of Apex’s anilox technology have significantly enhanced our printing capabilities, enabling us to achieve consistent results with every project. It's been a pleasure collaborating with such a forward-thinking team that truly understands our needs."
Garrett Taylor
"At Weigang, a global supplier of label printing and finishing machinery, we have partnered with Apex International and their GTT anilox technology for over a year, experiencing exceptional results. GTT anilox rolls deliver superior print quality, easier cleaning, and increased efficiency while reducing inventory needs. Both our team and customers are thrilled with their performance and reliability, reinforcing the value this innovation brings. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Apex International to drive further advancements in label printing."
Mr. Nalin Sharma
"After a decade of using Apex rollers, upgrading to GTT 2.0 was a natural choice. Challenges like ink splitting, pinholes, and score lines have been virtually eliminated. We are 100% satisfied, and the Apex team continues to guide us in achieving new applications with confidence."
Sandeep Juneja
"We have a very good partnership with Apex. They have very good GTT technology, which helps the printers. It reproduces dot-to-dot, high-quality prints across hybrid technologies, screen rolling, and other printing technologies, with better reproduction quality that matches industrial demands. It provides very good ink transfer for solid whites, solid blacks, or any solid inks, resulting in better print quality. The support also extends to projects where customers want to do proper press trials, specific trials for Anilox development, and proofing to meet specific customer demands. The collaboration is very effective for Nilpeter as well as for the customers."
Karthikeyan Kuppusamy
"I am very happy with the results using the C21 anilox and have achieved very good densities on the material we are using for our new project. It has also been used on other jobs which had been double hit with opaque white and are now just been hit once using the GTT C21 Anilox."
Michael Preston
"The most crucial decision criteria for the investment in GTT was GTT’s outstanding consistent ink transfer. Due to this it is possible for us to achieve clear printing results with excellent quality -200lpi jobs are printed with perfect clean dots – job after job. Competing with offset printing is very realistic now."
Waldemar Franczak
