Category: UV Ink

Flexographic printing combined with UV ink technology is widely favored for nonwoven fabric printing due to its efficiency, environmental benefits, and adaptability. However, challenges often arise due to the unique structure of nonwoven materials and the curing characteristics of UV inks. This article provides a detailed analysis of common issues and practical solutions for flexo…

As environmental concerns continue to rise and printing technology advances, water-based ink is gradually making its way into the digital inkjet printing industry. However, many people still wonder: Can digital printing actually use water-based ink? 1. What is Water-Based Ink? Water-based ink primarily uses water as a solvent. Compared to traditional solvent-based inks, its biggest…

Water-based inks and UV inks are two common types of printing inks, with significant differences in composition, drying methods, environmental friendliness, applications, and more. Below is a detailed comparative analysis: 1. Composition and Drying Mechanism Property Water-Based Inks UV Inks Main Solvent Water (10%-30% content) Solvent-free; contains reactive monomers and oligomers Curing Method Water evaporation…

I. Introduction: Technology Advancements Driven by Food Safety With the rapid growth of the global food industry, the safety of food packaging materials has become a major concern for both consumers and regulatory bodies. Statistics indicate that more than 3,000 food safety incidents related to packaging material migration occur annually worldwide, affecting beverages, dairy products,…

As a mainstream process in packaging printing, gravure printing has long relied on solvent-based ink systems. With increasingly stringent global environmental regulations, the replacement process of water-based inks is accelerating. This paper deeply analyzes the key technical bottlenecks in the application of water-based inks in gravure printing and explores solutions and development directions. 1. Fluid…

In the wave of green transformation in the printing industry, the technological competition and market rivalry between water-based ink and solvent-based ink represent the core contradictions driving sectoral change. These two ink systems exhibit significant differences in chemical composition, performance, environmental impact, and economic efficiency, collectively forming the critical paradox of green transition in printing.…

I. Adhesion Failure (Cross-Cut Test <3B) Failure Mechanism:Mismatch between PET surface energy (38–42mN/m) and water-based ink surface energy (45–50mN/m) leads to contact angle >65°. Solutions: II. Low Drying Efficiency (Energy Consumption >1.8kW·h/kg) Issue Analysis:Latent heat of evaporation for water-based systems (2257kJ/kg) is 2.3× higher than solvent-based inks. Efficiency Improvement: Technology Parameters Energy Saving Infrared-hot air…

I. Printing Challenges and Market Demands for Nonwoven Substrates Against the backdrop of the global nonwoven market being projected to reach a value of $58 billion by 2025 (data from Grand View Research), the medical and hygiene products sector commands more than 45% of the market share (China Industry Information Network). This rapid growth brings…

In 2025, the global printing ink market is undergoing transformation. As the implementation of the Paris Agreement enters a critical period and the revised version of the EU’s Directive on Packaging and Packaging Waste is about to be implemented, the global ink industry is accelerating its transformation towards a low-carbon, safe, and sustainable direction. We…

Taboo 1: Direct Contact with Hydrophobic Substrates Technical LimitationsWater-based inks use water as a solvent, featuring high surface tension (typically >40 mN/m), making them difficult to wet non-polar polymers like PE and PP. Direct printing often results in insufficient adhesion (cross-cut test <3B) and ink film shrinkage. For untreated PE films, adhesion test results often…

Against the dual backdrop of global carbon neutrality goals and the booming e-commerce economy, the corrugated packaging industry is undergoing profound technological transformation. As a cutting-edge technology in printing, water-based inkjet has revolutionized environmental standards and production efficiency, reshaping industry competition dynamics. This article delves into the core advantages, practical applications, and future development trends…

I. Compatibility of Water-Based Inks with Screen Printing Screen printing’s adaptability to water-based inks is validated through optimized parameters and environmental benefits: II. Formula Design for High-Performance Water-Based Inks III. Cutting-Edge Applications IV. Performance Comparison: Water-Based vs. Solvent-Based Inks Metric Water-Based Solvent-Based Advantage ‌VOC emissions‌ <5g/kg >300g/kg Meets EU REACH/EPA standards ‌Energy cost‌ $0.11/m² $0.21/m²…