Printing with Energy-Curable Inks -- High Energy Chemistry, High Energy Business

Inks that can be instantaneously cured on press through exposure to Ultraviolet (UV) or Electron Beam (EB) energy are widely used in lithographic, flexographic, screen, letterpress and ink jet inks, as well as an array of clear topcoats for print. The key technology factors in UV/EB ink curing and formulation will be discussed, as well as the impact of this chemistry on the different printing processes. Both the operational issues and the print performance issues that are driving growth in this area will be covered. Issues of UV vs. EB, as well as issues of energy curable vs. conventional inks, will be included.