WB Flexographic inks for all Paper substrates
Rowat has developed a new ink system suitable for all paper substrates, from high gloss clay coated material to uncoated Vellum paper types. This new system combines the ease of use and color strength of a traditional paper ink with the high resistance properties required for chill cabinet application, thus eliminating the need for a separate ink system.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATION
If you require additional information regarding specific applications, our technical department will be happy to help you further. Please contact the number on the bottom of this page for more information.
PRODUCT RANGE
Full Pantone shade reference, including all Pantone mixes Balanced 4 color process set
Higher pigment content if required (concentrates) Special spot color mixes (min. 10 kg)
COMPATIBILITY
Rowat all paper inks have been formulated to be compatible with as many different water based inks as possible, to allow a smooth and cost effective change to this excellent system without wasting your current inventory. Mixing Phoenix all paper inks with other manufacturers’ inks may reduce its resistance properties and have a detrimental effect on its print- ability, so be careful to check that the printed label has the resistance properties that you require.
BWS LIGHTFAST PROPERTIES
The minimum Blue Wool Scale reading for these products is 5. This grades the ink as ‘permanent. BWS 5 is considered sufficient for most labelling needs in Europe. BWS is a guide to resistance to the ultra violet rays under controlled conditions and should not be mistaken for outdoor weather resistance.
WATER RESISTANCE
Maximum resistance will develop 24 hours after printing. Under normal conditions this will be suitable for chill cabinet application. No water based product is waterproof. Inks will have varying degrees of water resistance, depending on their formulation. For maximum resistance the use of the appropriate varnish is recommended.
THERMAL TRANSFER
Rowat all paper products have been tested on a wide variety of different ribbons and will readily accept overprinting with those ribbons in most common use.
FOIL BLOCKING / HOT FOIL STAMPING
Rowat all paper inks can be overprinted with hot foil ribbons. Results can vary according to the hot foil product selected.
CAUTIONS
Modification of these inks with press-side additives, especially slip promoting agents, may have a detrimental effect on over print-ability. Due to the variation in ribbons, printers and their operating temperatures and characteristics, it is not possible to guarantee performance for all the possible combinations. It is therefore important for printers to satisfy themselves as to suitability for end use application before commencing print runs. For maxim um resistance properties on printed labels it is advisable to consider the use of the recommended UV cured varnishes and lacquers. Please check with our technical department