By S.P. Van Remortel, R.E. Ratcliff and D.D. Kragten, Unimin Corporation Nepheline syenite is a silica-deficient functional filler and additive widely employed in a variety of polymer-filled coating, adhesive, ink and colorant applications. Micronized sizes are valued for purity of color, gloss control, ease of dispersion with minimal viscosity build, surface property … [Read more...] about Advancements in Transparent Ultrafine Mineral Filler Technologies for UV/EB Performance, Economics and Cure Rate
2018 Issue 2
Association News
RadLaunch, Tech Accelerator Winners Present at 2018 Conference The winners of RadLaunch 2018 - the new tech accelerator for UV/EB technology start-ups - presented their innovations at RadTech 2018 in early May in Chicago, Illinois. The innovations were featured both during the technical conference and on the exhibit floor in a dedicated RadLaunch Pavilion, sponsored by Heraeus … [Read more...] about Association News
Color All Wrong? Change It!
By Nancy Cates, contributing writer, UV+EB Technology As 2018 began, "Ultra Violet," Pantone Color of the Year, kicked to the curb last year's selection, "Greenery." Even more rapid is the change in seasonal color trends in fashion, home decorating goods and accessories. Such is today's reality of constant updating. Fickle consumers seem to want - and are becoming … [Read more...] about Color All Wrong? Change It!
Electron Beam Curing in PVC Wide-Web Applications
By Gary A. Sigel, Ph.D., senior principal scientist, Armstrong Flooring Several reviews have been written on the use of electron beam (EB) curing for wide-web flexible package printing utilizing flexographic ink systems that can be cured instantly after the last printing station.1 EB offers several advantages in wide-web processing of films, including fast cure rates; … [Read more...] about Electron Beam Curing in PVC Wide-Web Applications
Global Trends Influence Automotive Design
By Mary Ellen Rosenberger, founder and managing director, Bayspring Solutions Editor's Note: Energy curing technologies will play a significant role as manufacturers comply with global regulations. The author's perpective on future trends provides a look at what is on the horizon. How are global requirements for lightweighting and reduction of GHG emissions affecting … [Read more...] about Global Trends Influence Automotive Design