UV- and EB-Cured Products Rated as ‘Easier to Recycle’ Ultraviolet and electron beam (UV/EB) cured inks have been found to cause few problems in the recycling process, according to a recent study by the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA). The AF&PA Design Guidance for Recyclability, rated UV/EB inks as not adversely impacting the recyclability of … [Read more...] about Regulatory News: Quarter 2
2021 Issue 2
RadTech Announces 2021 RadLaunch Award Winners
By Liz Stevens, contributing writer, UV+EB Technology RadTech, the nonprofit for UV/EB technology, has announced the winners of the 2021 RadLaunch Awards. The winners were revealed during an Awards Zoom Program on April 28, 2021, which featured short presentations by each honoree. In addition to recognizing four RadLaunch winners, the judges offered a special Unique New … [Read more...] about RadTech Announces 2021 RadLaunch Award Winners
Acrylated Amine Oligomers to Enhance Cure with UV LED Sources
By James E. Goodrich, Miwon North America, Inc. With their distinct advantages, UV LED energy sources continue to move into new applications. And, even with UV LED improvements, there is a distinct need for new and innovative acrylate chemistries to enhance cure while not being detrimental to the overall formulation performance. In this paper, the author will cover the … [Read more...] about Acrylated Amine Oligomers to Enhance Cure with UV LED Sources
Curing Technology Opportunities in the Automotive Market
By Dianna Brodine, managing editor, UV+EB Technology To gain insight into how curing technologies can impact lightweighting goals in the automotive industry, UV+EB Technology spoke with Rebecca Lonczak, marketing manager, Keyland Polymer, and Mary Ellen Rosenberger, founder, BaySpring Solutions LLC. Why is lightweighting a concern for the automotive … [Read more...] about Curing Technology Opportunities in the Automotive Market
Innovations in Dual- Cure Technology for Automotive Interior Applications
By Chris Baumgart, Red Spot Paint and Varnish Dual cure is an emerging technology that bridges the strengths of typical thermal and UV systems. It provides the superior scratch and chemical resistance hallmark to UV coatings while allowing for shadow curing via thermal reactions. This feature has made dual cure an attractive option for automotive interior applications. Its … [Read more...] about Innovations in Dual- Cure Technology for Automotive Interior Applications