This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Koenig & Bauer-Aktiengesellschaft. Active years: 1978.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 1978
Title: Norbert Otto Eck: Innovator in Printing Technology
Introduction
Norbert Otto Eck is a notable inventor based in Zell, Germany. He has made significant contributions to the field of printing technology, particularly in the area of ink application.
Latest Patents
Eck holds a patent for an "Apparatus for preventing non-uniform application of ink." This invention addresses the issue of high viscosity printing inks that can build up at the edge of a doctor blade in an inking fountain used in rotary printing presses. The apparatus features a moving cleaning web or sheet that is supported in spaced relation to the edge of the doctor blade by a conducting blade. This conducting blade's position is adjustable both horizontally and vertically. The design effectively eliminates the buildup of high viscosity ink, as the particles are picked up and carried away by the moving cleaning web or ink wiper, which can be either an endless web or a disposable roll of material.
Career Highlights
Eck is associated with Koenig & Bauer Aktiengesellschaft, a leading company in the printing press industry. His work has contributed to advancements in printing technology, enhancing the efficiency and quality of ink application.
Collaborations
Eck has collaborated with notable coworkers such as Siegfried Alfons Stark and Erich G Wieland, furthering innovation in their field.
Conclusion
Norbert Otto Eck's contributions to printing technology through his innovative patent demonstrate his commitment to improving the efficiency of ink application in rotary printing presses. His work continues to influence the industry positively.