Business Details
40 Years
experience
UK's Leading Pressroom Consumables Supplier
Established in 1986, Bfs Pressroom Solutions has built a reputation as the UK's leading manufacturer and supplier of pressroom consumables. Our family-run business combines decades of industry expertise with a commitment to innovation, offering products designed to enhance productivity and reduce operational costs for printers. With a dedicated technical sales team and two specialist facilities in Reading and Haverhill, we provide comprehensive support to customers across the UK. Our product portfolio includes high-quality rollers, blankets, and engineering solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of the printing industry. We partner with global leaders like Westland Gummiwerke to deliver cutting-edge technologies, including alcohol-free printing systems and sustainable practices through our recycling initiatives. Our team of experienced professionals ensures clients receive personalized service, from bespoke manufacturing to on-site technical advice.Celebrating 35 years in business, we continue to invest in advanced machinery and R&D to maintain our position at the forefront of the industry. Our Endura range of roller compounds and chemistry solutions exemplify our dedication to value-for-money innovation. With a focus on reliability and customer satisfaction, we serve diverse sectors including heatset, coldset, sheetfed, and packaging printing. Our partnerships with companies like Elvis & Kresse demonstrate our commitment to environmental responsibility, repurposing used printing blankets into luxury goods. As a trusted partner to printers nationwide, we remain dedicated to delivering solutions that combine technical excellence with measurable cost savings.
Services
Printing Rollers
Offset Blankets
Precision Engineering
Technical Support
Recycling Services
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 35 years of specialized expertise in pressroom consumables manufacturing
- Dedicated technical sales team with industry-specific knowledge
- Exclusive UK licensee for Westland Rollers and innovative Endura range
- Sustainable recycling initiatives repurposing used printing blankets
- Bespoke manufacturing and precision engineering capabilities
What people say
Substantial annual saving
Improved performance
Durable products
Reliable technical support
Innovative solutions
Services
Printing Rollers
We manufacture and recover rubber rollers for all press types using specialist compounds suitable for conventional, UV, and mixed inks. Our rollers enhance print quality while reducing operational costs through improved durability. As the sole UK licensee for Westland Rollers, we combine German engineering with local expertise to deliver solutions that meet OEM specifications.
Offset Blankets
Our comprehensive range includes premium and economical offset printing blankets for heatset, coldset, sheetfed, and packaging applications. As exclusive UK converters for Rollin tension blankets, we offer self-adhesive options and specialist variants for UV resistance. Technical support ensures optimal selection for improved press uptime and print quality.
Precision Engineering
Our Haverhill facility provides precision engineering services for roller machining and industrial components. Using CNC technology, we produce custom parts to OEM specifications with tight tolerances. Capabilities include journal and shaft manufacture, reverse engineering, and surface treatments to enhance durability in demanding printing environments.
Technical Support
A team of experienced print industry professionals offers nationwide technical advice and problem-solving. From product selection to on-press troubleshooting, our support covers roller compounds, chemistry solutions, and process optimization. Regional Technical Sales Managers provide personalized assistance to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.
Recycling Services
We partner with Elvis & Kresse to repurpose used printing blankets into luxury goods, diverting waste from landfills. Our take-back scheme collects end-of-life materials during routine deliveries, supporting circular economy principles. This initiative reduces environmental impact while maintaining operational efficiency for printing businesses.
People
Robin Hope
Managing Director
Leading Bfs Pressroom Solutions with strategic vision, Robin oversees operations across both manufacturing facilities. With decades of industry experience, he drives innovation while maintaining the company's family business ethos established in 1986.
Paul Kowalik
Technical Director
Paul provides technical leadership for product development and quality assurance. His expertise in rubber compounds and printing processes ensures solutions that meet evolving industry demands while maintaining BF S's reputation for engineering excellence.
Sarah Kowalik
Director - Company Secretary
Sarah manages administrative and compliance aspects of the business, ensuring smooth operations across departments. Her organisational expertise contributes to the company's efficient service delivery and regulatory adherence.
Graham Punchard
Technical Director
With 25 years' experience, Graham leads technical sales and customer support. His deep understanding of pressroom challenges helps printers implement solutions that improve performance and reduce operational costs through innovative product applications.
John Sansum
Head of Sales
John manages the technical sales team, connecting customers with tailored solutions. His industry knowledge and client-focused approach ensure printers receive appropriate products and support to maximise productivity and cost efficiency.
Questions
What printing press types do your products support?
We cater to all press types including ManRoland, Heidelberg, Komori, KBA, Ryobi, and specialist applications like UV printing with tailored roller compounds and blanket solutions.
Can you help reduce our printing operational costs?
Our Endura roller range and chemistry solutions improve durability and efficiency, while technical advice helps optimise processes. Customers report savings up to £100,000 annually through reduced downtime and material waste.
Do you offer technical support for product implementation?
Yes, our experienced technical sales team provides on-site assistance, process optimisation advice, and troubleshooting support to ensure seamless integration of our products into your workflow.
How does your recycling initiative work?
We collect used printing blankets during routine deliveries and partner with Elvis & Kresse to repurpose them into luxury goods, reducing landfill waste while maintaining operational efficiency for printers.
Are your products compatible with alcohol-free printing systems?
Yes, our Westland WeroAqua rollers and LotoTec dampening systems enable alcohol-free printing, offering stability improvements and cost savings through reduced chemical consumption and maintenance requirements.
Can you create bespoke printing solutions?
Our engineering team produces custom rollers, sleeves, and components to exact specifications using CNC machining, reverse engineering, and specialist materials to solve unique production challenges.
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Nicole Tozer
Jun 22, 2017
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High quality performance from entire product range. Very quick response and action taken when processing orders, staff are always extremely courteous. Extensive product range means I always find what Im looking for first time.
