Printing Industry Heating Solutions

Precision Thermal Control for Modern Printing Processes

Across the printing industry, precise and consistent heat plays a vital role in achieving high-quality output and efficient production. From curing inks on fast-moving webs to maintaining stable temperatures in 3D printing equipment, thermal control directly impacts print quality, drying performance, adhesion, and overall throughput. At TUTCO Farnam, we design and manufacture electric air heaters and flexible surface heaters engineered specifically for OEM printing equipment and thermal processing systems. Our heaters support curing, drying, thermal air handling, and temperature stabilization across a wide range of printing technologies.

Every heater we produce is made to order and designed for the specific requirements of your equipment and process. Whether you configure a modified standard product or develop a fully custom solution, chances are we have supported a similar printing application before. From early-stage prototypes to production volumes exceeding 10,000 units per month, we scale with you — all within one organization.

Support

Engineering and Support is a big part of what we do. Offered on an application by application basis. With our extensive heat application experience, chances are we have done something similar to your application. We can even assist you with your process design. While we generally will not design your process for you we are happy to assist.

Printing Applications

TUTCO Farnam heaters support a wide range of thermal processes used throughout modern printing and additive manufacturing systems.

Ink Printing

Drying & Curing
Controlled heated air accelerates the curing and drying of inks and coatings on paper, film, plastics, and packaging materials.

Interstation Drying
Heaters provide precise temperature control between print stations to maintain throughput and prevent ink smearing or contamination.

Final Stage Drying
High-efficiency heated air systems complete the curing process at the end of the print line, ensuring stable and durable prints.

Fast Moving Webs
Consistent heated airflow supports high-speed printing operations where uniform drying across wide webs is critical.

Drum & Roller Heating
Flexible surface heaters maintain controlled temperatures on rollers and drums to improve ink transfer and web handling.

Supplemental Heating
Additional air or surface heating stabilizes temperature-sensitive areas of printing equipment.

Mold & Rubber Plate Making
Heaters assist in curing rubber printing plates and mold materials used in various print technologies.

Preheaters
Air heaters warm substrates before printing to improve adhesion and ink performance.

Printing Technologies

Flexographic Printing
Heaters support drying and curing of inks on packaging films, labels, and flexible materials. READ MORE.

Gravure Printing
High-efficiency air heating supports high-speed web processes common in publication and packaging printing. READ MORE.

Inkjet Printing
Precise temperature control improves ink adhesion, drying performance, and substrate preparation.

Screen Printing
Controlled heat supports curing of inks and coatings across a variety of substrates.

Large Format Printing
Heated air systems assist with drying inks used in wide-format graphics and signage production.

Packaging & Label Printing
Thermal systems support printing and finishing operations used in packaging materials, labels, and shrink packaging.

Coating Processes
Heaters assist in curing protective coatings and specialty finishes applied during printing operations.

3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing

Heated Printer Beds
Flexible heaters maintain stable bed temperatures to improve adhesion and print quality.

Filament Heating
Controlled heating ensures proper filament flow and consistent extrusion. E

Enclosure Heating
Air heaters maintain uniform temperatures inside printer enclosures to reduce warping and improve material performance.

Catalyst Heating
Heating elements support catalytic processes used in specialized additive manufacturing systems.

TUTCO Farnam Heating Technologies

Our heating technologies are engineered for reliable performance, fast response times, and easy integration into OEM printing systems.

Process Air Heaters
Inline and open-coil air heaters deliver fast-response heated air for drying, curing, and thermal air handling applications. READ MORE.

Silicone Rubber Heaters
Flexible heaters ideal for rollers, drums, enclosures, and surface heating applications within printing equipment. READ MORE.READ MORE.

Polyimide (Kapton®) Flexible Heaters
Ultra-thin heaters designed for tight spaces, lightweight assemblies, and precision temperature control. READ MORE.

Custom Heating Assemblies
Integrated heater and sensor solutions designed specifically for OEM printing systems and additive manufacturing equipment.

Every heater is built to meet your required voltage, watt density, temperature range, and environmental constraints, ensuring reliable performance in demanding production environments.

Why Choose TUTCO Farnam?

Deep Experience in Printing Applications
With thousands of heater designs developed over the years, we understand the thermal challenges involved in curing inks, drying coatings, and stabilizing high-speed printing systems.

True Custom Solutions
No two printing machines are exactly the same. Whether you need an air heater for web drying, a flexible heater for a roller assembly, or a custom thermal solution for additive manufacturing equipment, we can design a heater tailored to your specifications.

Prototype to Production
TUTCO Farnam supports projects from early development through full-scale manufacturing. Our in-house capabilities allow us to move from prototypes to production volumes exceeding 10,000 units per month while maintaining consistent quality.

Precision and Reliability
Printing equipment operates continuously under demanding conditions. Our heaters are designed with optimized watt densities, durable materials, and stable thermal performance to ensure consistent operation and long service life.

Collaborative Engineering Support
Our engineering team works closely with OEM equipment designers to solve thermal challenges and optimize heater integration within complex printing systems.

Pair TUTCO Farnam Heaters with an Industrial Control Panel for a Complete Thermal Solution

TUTCO Farnam produces a line of industrial control panels as well as custom control panels that are meticulously designed to meet the application needs of industrial facilities and OEMs. Learn More.

Get Started with Your Printing Heating Solution

Whether you are developing high-speed printing presses, packaging equipment, or additive manufacturing systems, TUTCO Farnam can help you design the right heating solution. Contact TUTCO Farnam today to discuss your application and build a heating system tailored to your equipment and process.