By Mike Idacavage, vice president of business development, Colorado Photopolymer Solutions Over the past two or three years, one topic has seemed to stand out in the RadTech universe. Whether it is at the biennial RadTech conference, uv.eb WEST or even this publication, it wont be long before one sees a reference to 3D printing. As the initial UV+EB Technology column … [Read more...] about Q&A: Is All 3D Printing an Opportunity for UV Curing?
2018 Issue 1
Association News
RadTech Elects 2018 Board Members RadTech has announced the election of new board members. Todd Fayne, Pepsico; Sunny Ye, 3M; and Mike Bonner, Saint Clair Systems, Inc., were elected by RadTech members to serve two-year terms, which began January 1. In addition, board members elected to a second term include JoAnn Arceneaux, allnex; Mark Gordon, INX International; George … [Read more...] about Association News
Q&A: What factors affect COF variation on EB-curable coatings?
By Im Rangwalla, Market Development Manager, Energy Sciences, Inc. One of the important applications of electron beam processing is curing coatings on surface-printed substrates for various applications, such as outdoor fertilizer bags, candy wrappers and pet food bags. In each case, the EB coating is designed to replace a laminate - which means replacing a film layer. The … [Read more...] about Q&A: What factors affect COF variation on EB-curable coatings?
Energy-Curable Coatings for Automotive Interiors: A More Suitable Alternative to 1K and 2K Coatings
By Marcus Hutchins, technical specialist, and Jennifer McClung, development chemist, allnex USA Introduction The words "driving experience" have grown to mean more to consumers than improved fuel economy, safety or drivability. Cars today are all about providing the driver with an interactive, customizable, luxury experience, requiring new technologies to meet the owner's … [Read more...] about Energy-Curable Coatings for Automotive Interiors: A More Suitable Alternative to 1K and 2K Coatings
Energy-Curable Flexo Special Effects Coatings for Packaging: An Application Guide
by Helen Rallis, field product manager - Coatings, Sun Chemical In many ways, consumers are changing their shopping experience. Online shopping and the use of smartphones have made it easier to obtain products with a simple touch of a button. However, while this is true for many retail purchases, people still frequent grocery stores, and studies show this behavior won't change … [Read more...] about Energy-Curable Flexo Special Effects Coatings for Packaging: An Application Guide