Using avantage thermo vg software package peak fitting algorithms, high. Water based flexographic ink is generated in facilities that make ink or make the paper goods that the ink is used on. Xrite inkformulation software addresses these issues for ink manufacturers, printers and packaging converters alike. Polymers in emulsion or dispersion, which improve the drying, gloss, adhesion and water resistance of inks. Jun 03, 2016 water based inks are currently a viable option for flexographic printers with performance capability that rivals solvent based inks, but the acceptance of water based inks depends first on the equipment printers are already using and the substrates they are printed on as well as the enduse characteristics to which the product will be subjected. Exploring the pros and cons of water and solventbased inks. Everything to know about flexographic inks gellner. A water based ink is an ink that has either the pigments or the dyes in a colloidal suspension in a solvent, with the solvent being water. A wide variety of industries performing various flexographic waterbased ink operations are regulated by effluent guidelines that cover wastewater discharge. Water based flexographic ink wastewater treatment system process description. Get latest price our organization also involved in manufacturing premium quality range of water based flexographic ink. Uv curing flexographic inks a formulating concept david helsby rahn ag zurich switzerland introduction the flexographic process flexography is a process in which the printing image stands up in relief.
What the infographic above also shows is a direct comparison between the formulation of a solvent ink versus the formulation of a water based ink, and the reason this is significant is that you can see just how much solvent is replaced by switching to water based ink. How to supercharge your waterbased flexo inks by jeanine graat, apex international global environmental awareness is driving the printing industry to consider other ink systems in order to print more ecological packaging. The intent of these four flexogurukul, 2014 talks on ink, plates, tape and anilox rolls is to. In solvent based inks, the various families of polymers cited above are used singly or as mixtures, depending on the application and the final properties required of the print.
Many of the print issues stemming from water based ink that are outlined here can be fixed, and that is a continued step in the direction of a greener flexo future. How to supercharge your waterbased flexo inks by jeanine graat, apex international global environmental awareness is driving the printing industry to consider other ink systems in order. Uncover formulation secrets to match your water based ink performance levels. There main types of flexographic ink are water based, solvent and uv curable. Pigments are also the most expensive part of the ink formula and will. Table 1 shows the identity of the different components of the ink formulations. A description of waterbased flexo inks, including some advantages, disadvantages and keys to success for working with them about. Plewa university of illinois at urbanachampaign institute for environmental studies champaign, illinois 61820 contract no. Developed in partnership with the following associations. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle. Water based inks manufacturer midwest coatings inc. With superb press stability, high run speeds, and excellent color strength this ink system is sure to meet the needs of todays flexographic printers.
The aim of this study is to investigate fundamental properties of flexographic waterbased inks and to analyze the dynamic interactions of the inks and the printing substrate. Design for the environment program economics, exposure, and technology division. Currently, there are two types of printing inks based on composition. Each type of ink has its advantages and disadvantages, therefore the type of ink used in printing is determined by factors such as price, speed, and the use of the packaging food, cleaning, or shopping bags. Solvent based flexographic ink solutions shamrock technologies. Well explore the basic ingredients used in each chemistry, how they. Aug 07, 2014 a description of ph, how it is measured, its impact on viscosity of water based ink about this series. Characterisation of waterbased flexographic inks and their. Pdf waterbased ink formulations containing wax, surfactant, and. Uv flexographic, rotary screen and letterpress inkscoatings along with variety of specialty inks, cleaners and adhesives.
For this reason the ink was diluted by adding 2 wt. May 10, 2017 through the development of the project aquaflex, coordinated by quimovil, it is expected to get a new formulation of laminable water based flexographic inks with the same printing and laminating quality properties as solvent based inks. Use an ink formulation that is less sensitive to foaming e. Intended use manufacture of temperature indicating devices company lcr hallcrest. Proud producer of waterbased, uv, and uvled inks for the flexographic industry and of. This study focuses on the preparation of nitrocellulosebased flexographic inks. Rheology and surface tension of water based flexographic inks and implications for wetting of pecoated board maria rentzhog and andrew fogden, submitted to nordic pulp.
Printing with waterbased flexographic inks has certain problems, as the adhesion of a waterbased ink to the plastic film is worse and the resistance to dry and wet rubbing of overprinted. What the infographic above also shows is a direct comparison between the formulation of a solvent ink versus the formulation of a waterbased. The flexibility of this ink technology allows these print processes to cover a wide spectrum of. Accessed from this thesis is brought to you for free and open access by rit scholar works. Selection guide for solvent based flexible packaging inks. Flexographic ink flexographic printing ink manufacturer. Characterisation of waterbased flexographic inks and. Ice water crinkle adhesion solventbased and waterbased inks. Formulation, characterisation and flexographic printing of.
In a typical ink formula, the ink is composed of a colorant, resin. The new ion premium quality water based flexographic printing ink formulation represents a significant advancement for paper, film and thermal label printing on anilox rolls up to 1500 lines per inch. With superb press stability, high run speeds, and excellent color strength this. But, there are a few different varieties of water based ink that make up the full list. For example, the common acrylic resins used in waterbased inks are acidic. Product and company identification product name thermochromic water based flexo ink additional names none description temperature sensitive color change ink. The new product will allow a reduction of voc emissions by 9095 % to a competitive cost. Because of such concerns, the design for the environment dfe program at the u. Waterbased flexographic inks for corrugated printing. Tancig hazardous waste research and information center champaign, illinois 61820 michael j.
Analysis and optimization of waterbased printing ink formulations. Water based flexographic ink wastewater treatment system. New emulsions resin water suspensions enable new water based inks to be formulated, providing alternative solutions to solvent based inks and thereby limiting problems linked to the environment emissions of vocs and the safety of users toxicity, flammability, etc. The waterbased ink does not set onto the plates and will not cause buildup. May 30, 2016 how to supercharge your water based flexo inks by jeanine graat, apex international global environmental awareness is driving the printing industry to consider other ink systems in order to print more ecological packaging. The printing surface substrate type dictates what ink type it is advisable to use. Print quality and resistance for waterbased flexography. Eic offers a variety of products designed for paper and film application in waterbased and uv curable ink systems. Some waterbased and uvcured ink formulations demonstrated.
Polymers in solution, which improve pigment wetting and make resolubilising. W510 series water based flexo inks have been formulated to meet the needs of shrinksleeve and lamination applications. Flexographic printing is a popular method for printing large orders of custom labels at rapid speeds but how does it actually work. In this study, the design of experiment used is a mixture design, where three. Both the gravure and flexo printing processes utilize low viscosity liquid inks. An obvious disadvantage of using water as a medium is the increased surface tension of aqueous inks, which makes wetting substrates such as paper or plastics more difficult.
Paper ii influence of formulation and properties of water based flexographic inks on printing performance for pecoated board. All though the main solvent in waterbased inks is water, there can also be other cosolvents present. However, it was also found that the usual problems associated with waterbased flexographic news inks were not present in respect to this formulation, i. Preparation and characterisation of flexographic inks white rose. New waterbased flexographic inks for improved food packaging. From the results, it can be observed that adhesion and gloss. The fact that the ink based on 8050 has significantly higher viscosity could possibly affect behaviour on press and final print properties. Waterbased inks are currently a viable option for flexographic printers with performance capability that rivals solventbased inks, but the acceptance of waterbased inks depends first on the. Louis, mo that has been in business for over 20 years. Such fissures are evident both on plate surface and on printed product. A model printing ink should not only exhibit strict rheological traits but also have adequate drying performance and a suitable surface tension to prevent excessive wetting or. Palmeri, joseph, water based flexographic ink specifications and the effect they have on the ability to print within tolerance upc symbols on singlewall corrugated board 1990. It leverages jobbased tools with industry color standards to increase press process.
Aqua elite is a water based ink with organic pigments and is generally used for printing on white and coloured grades of corrugated board, kraft liner, paper and sack. An obvious disadvantage of using water as a medium is the increased surface tension of aqueous inks. Ill cover the basics of all three common flexographic ink chemistrieswater based, solvent based and energy curable. Unlike digital label printing, flexographic printing. A waterbased ink is an ink that has either the pigments or the dyes in a colloidal suspension in a solvent, with the solvent being water. Jeanine graat is marketing manager for apex international.
The aim of this study is to investigate fundamental properties of flexographic water based inks and to analyze the dynamic interactions of the inks and the printing substrate. Hyperbranched polyglycerol as an additive for waterbased. Inkformulation software is a fast, accurate, and consistent ink formulation, storage. Ink and cleaner waste reduction evaluation for flexographic. Aqua elite is a general purpose water based flexographic printing ink designed for printing corrugated board post print process. Many resins can be used in the formulation of flexographic printing inks depending on.
All though the main solvent in water based inks is water, there can also be other cosolvents present. Exploring the pros and cons of water and solventbased. Flexographic inksflexographic inks adhesion ink andor top lacquer do not bind to each other or to substrate. We develop formulations for our customers in the linerboard, corrugated, flexible packaging, narrow web label, and commercial market segments. The water based inks are characterised by the presence of amines in the formulation and have a. The interface between ink and substrate is critical, and underlying factors are examined. Ink formulation software and pantone scales sort by 11 products. Design for the environment program economics, exposure, and technology division office of pollution prevention and toxics 7404 u. The water based ink does not set onto the plates and will not cause buildup. Polymers in solution, which improve pigment wetting and make resolubilising and cleaning easier.
Principal polymers in water based inks, two types of acrylic polymers are used. The invention relates to a waterbased screen, flexo or gravure printing ink composition, to a method of manufacturing said ink composition, to the use of said ink composition for screen, flexo or gravure. Soy based flexographic ink for linerboard printing scholarworks. A model printing ink should not only exhibit strict rheological traits but also have adequate drying performance and a suitable surface tension to prevent excessive wetting or dewetting on the substrate, while in the current work also enabling the observation of viscous fingering. Waterbased inks have higher pigment concentrations by volume that solventbased inks. Solvent based flexible packaging inks flexible packaging has now become popular in various industries ranging from consumer products to industrial applications. Mar 01, 2015 printing with water based flexographic inks has certain problems, as the adhesion of a water based ink to the plastic film is worse and the resistance to dry and wet rubbing of overprinted plastic films is usually lower than that with solvent based inks. Influence of formulation and properties of waterbased flexographic inks on. Ink falls excessive distance when recycled into reservoir 4.
Monarchs ink craftsman are experts in creating inks and coatings for the applications of todays demanding flexographic print marketplace. Eic offers a variety of products designed for paper and film application in water based and uv curable ink systems. Analysis and optimization of waterbased printing ink. The new inkformulation 6 software gives ink suppliers and printers more. Postaddition of sma resins in waterbased inks to stabilize. Waterbased flexographic ink specifications and the effect. Waterbased ink formulations containing wax, surfactant, and defoamer additives.
Ink and cleaner waste reduction evaluation for flexographic printers by gary d. The new ion premium quality water based flexographic printing ink formulation represents a significant. Therefore, less waterbased ink volume is required on the printing. Minimize unnecessary water addition by the operator and from the water left in the ink system after washup. How to supercharge waterbased inks for flexography. Shamrock technologies offers water based flexographic lamination inks developed to work with a solventless, water based and uv adhesive systems. Safety data sheet water based flexo ink 1 of 5 msds009 revision 3 revision date 06242015 1. Too often, this aspect of quality control is overlooked, andor ink formulation processes are complex and timeconsuming, requiring special colorist talent and a lot of luck. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Water based inks, which also dry by evaporation, the delivery medium is. Both flexographic and gravure printing methods are used for flexible packaging printing. Flexographic inksflexographic inks dirty printingdot bridging appearance of a dirty, grainy effect as a result of two or more process dots. Pdf analysis and optimization of waterbased printing ink. Xrites inkformulation software provides a fast, accurate and consistent ink formulation, formula creation, storage, approval and retrieval solution for offset, flexographic, gravure and screenprinting inks.
Waterbased inks have in turn introduced new classes of surfactants and polymers into ink chemistry. Solventbased inks have lessened in popularity due to their harmful impact on the environment, despite the fact that they are safe to be used for food packaging and other household applications. Polymers in emulsion or dispersion, which improve the drying, gloss, adhesion. This particular issue happened in a plant printing corrugated postprint with water based inks. Substances of low molecular weight from the ink and coating films, as well as from the substrate, can pass through. The latest evolutions in the formulation of flexo gravure inks mainly concern water based inks. A commercial formulation software, based on multiflux theory and cie lab color space, was used to formulate ink recipes that contained the base inks. Flexo inks flexographic printing inks monarch color. Postaddition of sma resins in waterbased inks to stabilize and suppress viscosity postaddition of very small amounts of certain grades of sma resins to waterbased, flexographic ink formulations can give finished inks with a lower, more stable viscosity. The performance of waterbased inks in flexographic printing is, to a large. The market expects color consistency in print, independent from ink and printing conditions, and coloraccurate inks are.
These products are widely used in printing industry. Flexoglobal resource guide inks, pigments, coatings. How to convert your solventbased ink to waterbased ink. Learn more about pcr black water based flexographic inks for corrugated printing. In a waterbased ink, many of the ink components contribute to the ink ph. Minimize the agitation of the ink caused by the system used for the ink circulation. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Home narrow web inks inks by chemistry water based narrow web inks. Many of the print issues stemming from waterbased ink that are outlined here can be fixed, and that is a continued. Jan, 2018 the ink industry is one of the growing markets in the world, particularly due to increasing market of printing inks for packaging applications. Customized water and solvent based flexo inks and coatings for printing and anything. The technical mission of munzing is to solve ink and coating formulation problems. Evaluation of flexographic inks on wideweb film summary booklet.
We are a water based inks manufacturer and supplier that specializes in all wwa pinnacle system water based inks and paper plate coatings. A description of ph, how it is measured, its impact on viscosity of waterbased ink about this series. Whether you are printing on paper, film, high line anilox. The simple answer is that water based ink is any ink which uses water as a solvent base to carry the pigment. Plate is damaged with little cracks when using water based inks. Print quality and resistance for waterbased flexography on. Vehicle ac0073 using commercial acrylic water based ink formulation.
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