Cylindrical Screen Printer – The Optimal Solution for Printing on Bottles, Cups & Tubes

In today’s printing industry, the demand for direct printing on bottles, plastic cups, paper tubes, tin cans, and cylindrical surfaces is rapidly increasing. Packaging producers, cosmetics brands, food & beverage companies, and gift manufacturers all require logo and brand information printed directly onto products to enhance professionalism and brand value.

A Cylindrical Screen Printer is the ideal, simple, and highly effective solution to meet this demand.

This article will help you understand:

• What a Cylindrical Screen Printer is and how it works

• Who should invest in one

• The real market demand

• Its key advantages over other printing solutions

• TACHI’s complete printing solution for customers

1. What is a Cylindrical Screen Printer and How Does It Work?

A Cylindrical Screen Printer is a specialized screen printing machine designed for curved or cylindrical surfaces like bottles, jars, plastic cups, paper tubes, and metal cans.

Operating principle:

• The item is securely fixed on a rotating clamp.

• The screen stencil applies ink as the product spins along its axis.

• Ink is evenly applied across the surface without smudging or distortion.

This technique is widely adopted because it requires much lower investment than industrial offset or heat-transfer printing, while still delivering strong ink adhesion, vibrant colors, and professional results.

2. Who Should Invest in a Cylindrical Screen Printer?

This type of Screen Printer suits a wide range of customers:

✅ Print workshops specializing in bottles & jars:

• Packaging for cosmetics, perfumes, pharmaceuticals

• Food and beverage bottles, juices, etc.

• Household chemical containers, cleaning solution bottles

✅ Plastic & paper cup manufacturers:

• Print logos for cafés, milk tea shops, restaurants

• Boost brand value on disposable cups

✅ Metal packaging manufacturers:

• Print directly on tin cans, aluminum cans, metal boxes

• Print on paper tubes and round gift packaging

✅ Promotional gift businesses:

• Custom print on ceramic mugs, stainless steel tumblers, thermal bottles

✅ Households or individual entrepreneurs:

• Low capital required

• Ideal for small-to-medium production or one-off orders

In summary: If you need to print logos, branding, or information directly onto cylindrical products → a Cylindrical Screen Printer is the most suitable choice.

3. Market Demand for Cylindrical Printing in Vietnam

The demand for direct printing on bottles, cups, and paper tubes is rapidly growing due to:

• The booming F&B industry (milk tea, takeaway coffee, cold drinks)

• The rising need for professional packaging in cosmetics & pharmaceuticals

• Small brands wanting to build their identity with custom-printed packaging

• The trend of personalized gifts (e.g., printed mugs, bottles)

Today’s customers want packaging that not only holds a product, but also communicates a brand and creates a professional impression.

A Cylindrical Screen Printer solves this with affordable investment and powerful output.

4. Key Advantages Compared to Other Printing Methods

✅ Lower Investment Cost:

• Compared to industrial offset printing (very expensive and only viable for mass production), cylindrical screen printers cost just 1/5 to 1/10

• Ideal for small workshops and low-capital startups

✅ Easy Operation:

• Simple mechanical design

• Quick training, no complex technology required

✅ Compatible with a Variety of Materials:

• Plastic, glass, metal, PE-coated paper

• Meets the needs of multiple industries

✅ Flexible Adjustment:

• Supports diameters from 2–3 cm up to 20–30 cm

• Adjustable print length (typically 10–40 cm or more)

✅ Strong Ink Adhesion & Durable Print Quality:

• Specialized screen printing ink ensures good adhesion and scratch resistance

• Printing in 1–2 colors still delivers a professional look while saving ink

✅ Perfect for Small to Medium Orders:

• No large minimum quantity required

• Take on diverse customer orders, including one-off prints

5. Common Problems Customers Face – And How Cylindrical Screen Printing Solves Them

❌ Problem 1: Applying decals to bottles – they peel off or look unprofessional
✅ Solution: Print directly onto the surface – more durable and visually appealing

❌ Problem 2: Industrial printing is too expensive – won’t accept small orders
✅ Solution: Cylindrical Screen Printers are affordable and support small volumes

❌ Problem 3: Many bottle shapes and sizes
✅ Solution: Adjustable clamps allow printing on various sizes and diameters

❌ Problem 4: Complicated operation, staff struggle to learn
✅ Solution: Simple mechanical design – easy to learn, easy to use

6. TACHI’s Cylindrical Screen Printer – Designed for Vietnamese Workshops

TACHI Mechanical specializes in producing high-quality Cylindrical Screen Printers with standout features:

• Sturdy steel frame construction for durability

• Adjustable round clamps for different bottle sizes

• User-friendly design, easy to learn and operate

• On-site installation and training available

• Long-term maintenance service and spare parts supply

• Custom-built machines upon request (size, design, etc.)

We understand customer concerns when investing in equipment:

❓ Worried about low-quality machines
❓ Afraid of not knowing how to use it
❓ Concerned about repairs or lack of support

TACHI’s solutions:

✔️ High-quality, locally-manufactured machines with durable build
✔️ Hands-on training – guiding you step-by-step to operate confidently
✔️ Readily available spare parts and dedicated maintenance services

7. Conclusion

A Cylindrical Screen Printer is the optimal choice for any workshop wanting to print directly onto bottles, jars, cups, paper tubes, or cans. With affordable investment, easy-to-use design, and high-quality print output, it’s the ideal tool to elevate your product presentation, promote your brand, and increase long-term profits.

If you’re looking for a professional, efficient, and cost-effective printing solution—contact us today for expert consultation and the most suitable machine for your business!