CRIBHEADS – Maintenance and Cleaning of INKJET Printheads
CRIBHEADS is the most advanced multifunction machine for the maintenance of industrial inkjet printheads. Designed to extend printhead lifespan and prevent production downtime, it combines innovation, precision, and ease of use in a single system.
With CRIBHEADS, three essential functions can be performed:
- Printhead pre-washing, accelerating cleaning when used together with CLEANJECTOR.
- Conservation of printheads using water-based inks, preventing ink drying and reducing replacements.
- Intermediate storage for manufacturers, keeping printheads ready during testing and validation.
Compatible with the main manufacturers, SEIKO, XAAR, DIMATIX, TOSHIBA, KONICA MINOLTA, RICOH, KYOCERA, DURST, EPSON, it allows mixing different models and working with two maintenance liquids simultaneously.
Its intuitive interface, eight configurable modes, and maintenance-free design ensure simple, safe, and efficient operation.
CRIBHEADS provides cost savings, operational reliability, and continuous productivity, ensuring printheads are always ready for use.
CRIBHEADS – Maintenance and Cleaning of INKJET Printheads
CRIBHEADS is the most advanced and reliable multifunction machine for the maintenance of industrial inkjet printheads. With unique technology in the market, it ensures maximum printhead durability, prevents costly production downtime, and guarantees optimal performance at all times.
Designed to meet the needs of leading industrial printing companies, CRIBHEADS combines innovation, ease of use, and full compatibility with the main inkjet printhead manufacturers.
- Inkjet Printhead Pre-Washing Function
CRIBHEADS speeds up cleaning processes by supporting CLEANJECTOR and performing a high-precision pre-wash of inkjet printheads. This system achieves superior results in critical defects such as micro-scratches, improving final print quality and reducing downtime.
- Printhead Conservation Function for Water-Based Inks
For environments that work with water-based inks, CRIBHEADS offers a printhead conservation area that prevents clogging due to dried ink. This extends printhead lifespan, reduces replacement costs, and guarantees continuous production without interruptions.
- Intermediate Storage Function for Manufacturers
Digital printer manufacturers find in CRIBHEADS the ideal solution as an intermediate storage unit for inkjet printheads during testing and production validation. It provides a safe and efficient tool that keeps printheads ready for use at all times, helping accelerate machine validation processes.
Technical Features – Industry Benchmark
- Full compatibility with industrial printheads from SEIKO, XAAR, DIMATIX, TOSHIBA, KONICA MINOLTA, RICOH, KYOCERA, DURST, EPSON, and others.
- Ability to mix different models and brands of printheads in the same unit.
- Two independent work zones for using different maintenance liquids (e.g., UV and water-based inks).
- Up to eight configurable operating modes with adjustable parameters such as duration, speed, temperature, rotation direction, and start/stop ramps.
- Fast and easy liquid replacement to minimize downtime.
- Optional vapor extraction connection for a safer working environment.
- Maintenance-free equipment, designed for maximum reliability in demanding industrial environments.
- Quick installation guided by an interactive 3D video manual.
- Advanced, intuitive, and language-free graphical interface.
Key Benefits for Leading Industrial Printing Companies
- Direct cost savings by reducing printhead replacements and extending their lifespan.
- Continuous production without interruptions caused by dried ink or blocked printheads.
- Maximum flexibility: compatible with all manufacturers and capable of operating with different liquids simultaneously.
- Optimized productivity thanks to configurable modes adapted to each process.
- Industrial reliability: robust and durable design for intensive use.
- Operational simplicity: easy installation, operation, and quick liquid changes.
- Immediate availability: printheads always ready to print, ensuring production continuity.


SEIKO
XAAR
FUJIFILM
TOSHIBA
KONICA MINOLTA
RICOH
DURST
KYOCERA
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