Customer Success Story: Printing on Glass Bottles and Tapered Lampshades
How a Customer in Shanxi Expanded into Two Curved-Surface Applications
A customer in Shanxi Province, China, needed one printing setup for glass bottles and tapered lampshades. The products have different profiles, and the lampshades’ taper made print alignment and coverage more difficult with the customer’s previous multi-step process. The customer selected Deeprint’s DE1 Cylindrical UV Printer, configured with three Epson i1600 printheads, and tested it on both product types.
Project at a Glance
| Customer | Customer in Shanxi, China |
| Location | Shanxi Province, China |
| Printer | DE1 Cylindrical UV Printer |
| Printhead configuration | 3 × Epson i1600 printheads |
| Applications | Glass bottles and tapered lampshades |
| Print colors | CMYK, white, and varnish |
The Challenge
the customer wanted to print on two different products—glass bottles and tapered lampshades—with vivid, consistent results. His previous workflow involved multiple production steps and took time. The tapered lampshades also required careful positioning to keep the artwork aligned across the changing diameter.
The project requirements were to:
- Print on both cylindrical glass bottles and tapered lampshades.
- Produce CMYK, white, and varnish effects in the configured workflow.
- Reduce the time spent on the previous multi-step process.
- Evaluate print quality and adhesion on the actual substrates.
The Solution: DE1 Cylindrical UV Printer
the customer selected the DE1 Cylindrical UV Printer with three Epson i1600 printheads. Deeprint tested the customer’s products and configured the printer for cylindrical and tapered printing.
The setup was used to print CMYK, white, and varnish on the products.
The test included two applications:
- Glass bottles: The team printed color artwork on the customer’s glass bottle sample and evaluated the finished appearance and adhesion.
- Tapered lampshades: The team adjusted the setup for the changing diameter and printed on the tapered surface.
Results
The sample test helped the customer assess the DE1 for both applications and compare it with his earlier multi-step workflow.
- Two product types tested: Glass bottles and tapered lampshades were printed using the DE1 setup.
- CMYK, white, and varnish: The supplied project notes report that all three ink layers were included in the demonstrated workflow.
- Tapered-surface printing: The test demonstrated printing on a lampshade with a changing diameter.
- Production workflow: the customer reported that the process saved time compared with his previous multi-step method.
- Customer feedback: He said the machine gave his business a new competitive advantage and that he would consider purchasing additional machines as orders grow.
Customer Feedback
The customer reported that the workflow saved time compared with the previous multi-step process and expressed interest in additional machines as orders grow.
Why the DE1 Was Considered
The DE1 configuration used in this project was evaluated for cylindrical glass bottles and tapered lampshades, with CMYK, white, and varnish in the demonstrated workflow. For businesses considering similar work, a sample test can help assess surface compatibility, artwork positioning, color appearance, adhesion, and production steps on the actual product.
Results depend on the product dimensions, taper, material, coating, artwork, ink settings, and curing conditions. Test the intended product before confirming print quality, adhesion, production speed, or suitability.
Request a Sample Print Test
Considering UV printing on glass bottles, tapered lampshades, or other curved products? Send Deeprint your sample and artwork to discuss a print test with the DE1 Cylindrical UV Printer.
Include product dimensions, material or coating details, artwork, and target quantity so the team can review your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the DE1 Cylindrical UV Printer print on tapered lampshades?
The DE1 can be configured for tapered products, subject to the product’s dimensions, taper, surface, fixture, and print setup. Test the actual lampshade before confirming suitability.
Can it print on glass bottles?
The printer can be evaluated for glass bottle applications. Adhesion and the required surface preparation depend on the glass, coating, ink, and curing conditions, so a sample test is recommended.
Can CMYK, white, and varnish be printed in one pass?
The suitable pass sequence depends on the machine configuration and tested workflow. Discuss your sample and desired print effects with Deeprint.
What information should I provide for a sample test?
Provide the product sample, dimensions, material and coating information, artwork, and target quantity. These details help Deeprint review the application and plan the test.