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All-in-One High-Speed Coater

Rhino Dexa 102 twin deck off-line coater

Rhino Dexa

High Speed Off-Line Coaters

Rhino Dexa high speed off-line coater
Capabilities

Coating Capabilities

Rhino Dexa is designed to handle a wide range of coating applications with exceptional consistency.

Drip-Off coating

Drip-Off

Flood UV and Spot UV coating

Flood UV & Spot UV

Aqueous coating

Aqueous Coating

Soft touch coating

Soft Touch

Matt and gloss coating

Matt & Gloss

STD Features:

Equipped with High Performance CDB Anilox System

CDB anilox system position on Rhino Dexa
Alpna anilox technology roller
  • Designed for high-speed operation up to 15,000 SPH
  • Top-quality original TRESU chambers for high performance
  • Independently driven Servo Tronic - sync coating module for precision and high-speed operation
  • Easy-change Mechanism for Anilox Cartridges for flexibility and minimized downtime.
  • Pneumatically actuated Impression Mechanism interlocked with machine operation.
  • Flame-proof, pneumatically operated Circulation Tower for seamless coating control.
  • Use of quick connectors and couplings to minimize changeover time.
Ceramic / Chrome anilox roller
Ceramic / Chrome Anilox Roller For Consistent Transfer of Coating Weight
High quality chamber sourced from Tresu, Denmark
High Quality Chamber Sourced from Tresu, Denmark

Flexo Polymer Conversion Option

Rhino Dexa offers Flexo Polymer Conversion for enhanced coating flexibility.

Flexo coater position on Rhino Dexa
Flexo polymer printing plate Flexo polymer plate mounted on cylinder

Flexo coater upgrade for mounting polymer blocks

Compatible with PS plates, cut blankets and polymer blocks

Easy register control (circumferential, lateral & skew)

Precise and easy pressure control

M Cure

Equipped with Alpna’s time tested UV Curing System

M Cure UV curing position on Rhino Dexa
M Cure UV curing system
M Cure UV lamp cassettes

Top Quality Parts Sourced from Global Leaders

Schneider Electric, Harting, Rittal, EPS, Nitto, SMC and Unilam

Feeder Section

Feeder section position on Rhino Dexa
Rhino Dexa feeder section
  • HIGH SPEED PERFORMANCE
  • PRECISION FEEDER HEAD
  • FRONT LAY / SIDE LAY HANDLING (80 GSM)
  • ADJUSTABLE FOR PAPER THICKNESS
  • NON-STOP FEEDER (OPTIONAL EXTRA)

Transfer Cylinder Configuration Option

Optimize substrate handling and prevent ink marking on your press with high-performance Transfer Cylinders for a smoother workflow.

Transfer cylinder position on Rhino Dexa
1-2-1
1-2-1 transfer cylinder configuration
For Low to Medium GSM Boards
2-3-2
2-3-2 transfer cylinder configuration
For Low to High GSM Boards

Litho Print Unit / Coater

Enhance your Litho Coater's versatility with high-performance UV and Aqueous coating capabilities for a wider range of jobs.

Litho print unit position on Rhino Dexa
Rhino Dexa litho print unit / coater

PLATE MOUNTING QUICK CLAMPS AS STANDARD

COMPATIBLE WITH ADVANCED BLANKETS AND UV-RESISTANT COMPOUNDS

INK DUCT SEGMENT KEY TO ADVANCED REMOTE INKING CONTROL.

WATER DAMPENING OR ADVANCED ALC DAMPENING

CHROME PLATED IMPRESSION CYLINDER

Swing Gripper

Swing gripper position on Rhino Dexa

Optimize precision infeed and prevent sheet misalignment on your high-speed press with performance-engineered Swing Grippers for consistent quality.

1. Swing Gripper System (Infeed Swing Arm): Accelerates paper sheets smoothly from a complete stop at the feed table up to press speed before transferring them to the impression cylinder grippers.

2. High Speed & High Precision: Ensures exact sheet-to-sheet front and side register alignment at press speeds exceeding 12,000–15,000 sheets per hour, eliminating register misalignments between print units.

3. Years of Trouble-Free Performance: Precision-machined gripper cams, heavy-duty torsion bearings, and hardened steel gripper pads deliver consistent gripping force and long-term mechanical reliability without frequent adjustments or downtime.

Rhino Dexa swing gripper

Delivery

Delivery position on Rhino Dexa

High-speed, automated sheet delivery designed for continuous production and flawless stack alignment.

High-Speed Capability: Designed for maximum throughput, this system utilizes advanced sheet braking and precise air control to ensure stable, flawless paper stacking even at top printing press operating speeds.

Auto Set Function Available: Features automated motorized adjustments for joggers and guides that configure themselves instantly based on sheet size, drastically reducing setup time and eliminating manual operator errors.

Non-Stop Function Available: Integrates an auxiliary grid system enabling continuous production by allowing operators to remove full pallets and unload stacks safely while the press runs without interruption.

Speed Slow Down: Decurling air glide at critical point

Rhino Dexa delivery unit

Advanced Options Upgrade

BOOST PRESS PRODUCTIVITY AND MINIMIZE SETUP TIMES WITH NEXT-GENERATION AUTOMATION OPTIONS.

Quick Clamp as Standard

Fast, tool-less clamping mechanism for mounting printing plates, drastically reducing job setup times during frequent press changeovers.

Auto Plate Function

Fully automated plate-loading system that feeds, aligns, and registers new plates automatically to minimize operator effort and downtime.

Pre-set Feeder / Delivery

Automated adjustment of paper feeders, suction heads, and delivery joggers using pre-loaded job dimensions to prevent feeding jams.

CP 2000

Centralized digital touchscreen console controlling ink profiles, plate registration, dampening, and job memory for consistent print quality.

And Many More
Models

Configurations & Models

Available sheet sizes range up to 1020 mm, with speeds up to 10,000 SPH, making it one of the most versatile off-line coaters in the market.

Rhino Dexa is available in multiple configurations to suit different production needs:
High-Speed
Double Station Rhino Dexa
High-Speed
Dual Coater
High-Speed
Two-Colour Coater
Multi-station
coater configurations
Rhino Dexa 72 / 102 configurations: RD 1 + Coater, RD 2 + Coater, RD 1 + Coater + XT and RD 2 + Coater + XT in I and II diameter
FAQs

Have questions about Rhino Dexa?

This section answers the most common queries about the Rhino Dexa Twin Deck Coater-covering coating capabilities, speed, drying technology, configurations, safety, and suitability for different print applications.

Rhino Dexa is a high-speed off-line twin deck coating system used for premium print finishing such as Drip-Off, UV coating, Aqueous coating, Soft Touch, Matt, and Gloss finishes.

Rhino Dexa features two coating stations (decks), allowing complex coating effects like Drip-Off and multi-layer coatings to be applied in a single pass.

Rhino Dexa supports:
  • Drip-Off coatings
  • UV flood & spot coatings
  • Aqueous coatings
  • Soft Touch coatings
  • Matt & Gloss finishes
  • Primer and specialty coatings

Rhino Dexa is designed to run at speeds of up to 10,000 sheets per hour, depending on configuration and substrate.

Rhino Dexa can be configured with:
  • Interdeck UV curing systems
  • High-speed hot air and IR drying (for aqueous coatings)
  • Efficient heat extraction systems to prevent heat buildup

Rhino Dexa uses Smart-Coat CDB (Chamber Doctor Blade) Anilox Coating Technology, ensuring precise coating weight control, uniform transfer, and faster make-ready times.

Yes. Rhino Dexa offers an optional Flexo Polymer Conversion, enabling the use of polymer plates, PS plates, cut blankets, and special coating patterns.

Rhino Dexa can process a wide range of substrates including:
  • Paper
  • Coated and uncoated board
  • Packaging materials
  • Specialty print substrates

Yes. Rhino Dexa is engineered for 24×7 industrial operation, built on the time-tested Heidelberg S-series platform and rebuilt by Alpna’s expert engineers.

Consistency is achieved through:
  • Laser-engraved ceramic anilox rollers
  • Servo-driven coating systems
  • Pneumatic pressure control
  • Enclosed coating circulation with diaphragm pumps

Rhino Dexa includes:
  • Sheet jam sensors for fire prevention
  • Interlocked UV systems
  • Heat monitoring and extraction
  • Electrical protection with circuit breakers and overload relays

Minimal training is required. Rhino Dexa features user-friendly touch-screen controls, intuitive operation, and easy access for cleaning and maintenance.

Rhino Dexa is available in multiple configurations including:
  • Twin Deck Coater
  • Dual Coater
  • Two-Colour Coater
  • Multi-station coater systems
Sheet sizes are available up to 1020 mm.

The system is designed for low maintenance, with quick-change anilox rollers, easy-clean coating circuits, and durable ceramic components.

Yes. Rhino Dexa is supported by Alpna’s dedicated service team, indigenous manufacturing, and readily available spare parts.

Experience the Power of
All-in-One Coating

With Rhino Dexa, you get speed, flexibility, and reliability-backed by Alpna’s engineering expertise.