HydroStar and CombiStar

HydroStar and CombiStar - Constant Conditions in the Dampening and Printing Units

Geared to Speedmaster presses
Stable concentrations of alcohol and dampening solution additives, constant water temperatures, and clean dampening solution are all vital requirements for ensuring consistently high-quality print results. Heidelberg's HydroStar for conditioning dampening solution and the CombiStar for integrated dampening solution conditioning and inking unit temperature control ideally meet these needs: two proven systems that have now been improved further.

Benefits of HydroStar and CombiStar

• Consistently reproducible dampening solution quality
• Highly accurate measurement and metering of alcohol
• Automatic dispensing of additives
• Integrated conductivity measurement
• SoftFlow filter prolongs life of dampening solution
• Heat can be efficiently removed by water cooling

Benefits of CombiStar

• Saves energy and space by combining dampening solution conditioning with inking unit temperature control in one unit
• Consistently superb print quality due to constant temperature conditions in the ink train
• Reduces waste and saves time
• Essential for producing at high speeds
• New oscillator technology transfers about 350 percent more heat