By Mike J. Idacavage, PhD, Technical Marketing Adviser, and John Arnold, PhD, Director of Research and Development, Miltec UV Introduction Many commercial sheet-fed litho printing presses that are used to print on flat steel sheets for the can industry, or on paper or plastic sheets, utilize traditional UV arc lamps that are cooled by a combination of water and air to help … [Read more...] about UV Source and Chemistry Options for Metal Can Coating
2019 Issue 3
Neural interface device research leads to new material for display technology
By Nancy Cates, contributing editor, UV+EB Technology Ares Materials, based in Plano, Texas, was born in 2014 out of an idea conceived by three graduate students – Adrian Avendano, David Arreaga and Radu Reit – at the University of Texas at Dallas. “We were pursuing our doctoral degrees, working with neural interfaces and electronic devices for stimulating the central and … [Read more...] about Neural interface device research leads to new material for display technology
Structure and Property Relationships for Polymers
The second edition of “Professor’s Corner” included a discussion about the fundamental physical property differences between low molecular mass materials and polymers1. These included differences in flexibility, melting point and glass transition temperature (Tg), as well as the rheological properties of liquids or solutions. In this edition, we will take a closer look at … [Read more...] about Structure and Property Relationships for Polymers
UV Enhances Print Project
By Lara Copeland, contributing editor, UV+EB Technology Performing print finishing services, Feiereisen, Inc., is a family-owned business with headquarters in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. In business since 1933, the nationwide provider recently created a custom-designed, diecut pocket folder with a series of single, two-sided inserts, titled Finish With Style, to promote itself as a … [Read more...] about UV Enhances Print Project
FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Allow UV Decorating Techniques to Shine
The FSEA Gold Leaf Awards competition evaluates print and packaging submissions that utilize a wide range of specialty finishing techniques, from foil stamping and embossing to specialty coating, film laminating, diecutting and cold foil applications. Submissions come in a variety of formats, including book covers, point-of-purchase displays, folding cartons, promotional … [Read more...] about FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Allow UV Decorating Techniques to Shine