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Apex International & Coveris White Ink Project
GTT 2.0 Delivers Consistent Flexo Printing
Apex International has announced the reintroduction of GTT anilox technology.
The product of nearly 10 years development, GTT 2.0 anilox is specifically engineered to mitigate liquid turbulence resulting in a calm liquid surface.
Read More >GTT Anilox Engravings Proven to Reduce Ink Usage and Deliver Higher Opacity & Quality
A recent comprehensive flexo print trial reveals surprising results about the importance of anilox engravings in achieving target white ink opacity.
Read More >The White Ink Dilemma
Print quality in flexible packaging is heavily impacted by white ink.
When white ink is not sufficiently opaque or homogenous, the final printed graphics may appear dull or grey. Increasing the printed ink weight by increasing anilox volume can improve opacity; however, there are obvious trade-offs concerning bond strengths for lamination — not to mention ink usage. White ink typically accounts for 30% of a converter’s ink costs.
Read More >There may be other ways to solve your drying problems…
Probably the easiest and fastest way to solve any ink drying problems during print production is to add some drying solvent to the ink. However: it is usually not your ink that is actually causing the problem. It may be worth it to take a different approach and prevent the problem from (re-)occurring.
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