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Define the Product
Record substrate, shape, dimensions, print area, artwork and surface condition.
A practical roadmap for defining your production needs, evaluating suppliers, reviewing technical proposals and preparing for machine acceptance.
Start Your Buying Journey →Work through these six stages before committing to an industrial printing machine.
Record substrate, shape, dimensions, print area, artwork and surface condition.
Estimate demand per shift, product mix, working hours and required good-part output.
Confirm color count, positioning tolerance, ink system, pretreatment and curing needs.
Ask suppliers to quote against the same requirements, tooling scope and delivery conditions.
Review sample results, production cycle, changeover, safety and acceptance criteria.
Prepare utilities, factory space, operator training, spare parts and technical support.
Use this checklist to prepare the information a machine builder needs to assess your application. The items can also be copied into your RFQ.
Tick off each item as you prepare your inquiry.
Request evidence against your own application. A polished brochure alone cannot establish whether a machine meets your production requirements.
| Evaluation area | Questions to ask | Evidence to request |
|---|---|---|
| Application experience | Has the supplier handled similar products and materials? | Relevant sample prints, application videos and project references. |
| Technical capability | Can the proposed setup meet the agreed print and cycle requirements? | Written specifications, trial results and tooling details. |
| Build quality and safety | Are electrical safety, guarding and maintenance access addressed? | Applicable compliance documentation and inspection records. |
| Service support | How are troubleshooting, spare parts and remote support handled? | Support scope, response process and spare-parts recommendations. |
| Commercial clarity | What is included and excluded from the quoted price? | Itemized quotation, payment milestones and delivery terms. |
Agree on measurable acceptance conditions before manufacturing begins, rather than relying on subjective descriptions such as “high precision” or “high speed.”
Approve the product, artwork, color, adhesion and appearance under agreed test conditions.
Define how output is measured, what counts as a good part and which operating conditions apply.
Document functional checks, safety checks, operator training, manuals and handover items.
Send KLK your product details and production targets to begin a technical discussion.
