A press cylinder may run seemingly fine until a failure causes a major production halt. Spotting early warning signs can save you money, time, and hassle. In today’s post, we list the top 5 red flags indicating your cylinder or roller needs repair — potentially onsite, before it’s too late.
One of our cylinders started showing slight vibration, but we delayed inspection. Within days, the damage worsened, and the repair cost skyrocketed. After that, we instituted monthly visual checks and have avoided escalation. The onsite team we now work with once repaired it quickly before it got worse.
Robert Jhon
Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Vibration or chatter during operation — indicates imbalance or surface defects.
Unexpected temperature rise — friction or misalignment may be heating it.
Visible damage or scoring — scratches, gouges, or corrugations on the surface.
Oil or fluid leakage near bearing/journal areas — seals may be failing.
Loss of precision or quality in output — misregistered prints, material slippage, or uneven pressure.
Why Early Action Matters
- Prevents further damage to surrounding machinery.
- Less material waste during faulty runs.
- Often repairable onsite rather than needing full replacement.
- Extends the usable life of your cylinder investment.
