Colorblindness has long been touted as an advantage of electron beam and a key differentiator between EB and UV technologies. And it’s true, the penetration of UV light is dependent on the optical clarity of the material it’s interacting with, while EB penetration is governed by material density (and chemical composition) – i.e., zip, zero, nada to do with color, opacity or any … [Read more...] about Colorblind EB
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Photopolymer Week Unites Industry in Boulder
By Callie Higgins, NIST With the aim of “Building a Unified Vision from Research to Regulation,” the Photopolymer Additive Manufacturing Alliance (PAMA) met in September at the University of Colorado Boulder to continue its mission to advance photopolymer additive manufacturing (PAM). The PAMA 2023 Workshop attracted over 80 attendees from major research labs, government, … [Read more...] about Photopolymer Week Unites Industry in Boulder
Informing the Supply Chain and Regulatory Groups on the Safe Handling and Use of UV and EB Energy-Curable Materials
The UV and EB energy-curable materials and products supply chain has been safely using raw materials, intermediates and finished products for over 50 years. Yet, a lack of understanding on how the energy-curable industry keeps workers safe and manufactures safe products (which are converted into packaging and articles used in markets from food to industrial cleaners) routinely … [Read more...] about Informing the Supply Chain and Regulatory Groups on the Safe Handling and Use of UV and EB Energy-Curable Materials
Electron Beam Dosimetry
Dose is a crucial variable in any electron beam (EB) application, and it is equally important to be able to measure and verify that dose. 1 Just as the output of UV lamps can be monitored by a radiometer, dosimetry can be used to monitor EB dose. From setting up a new beam to exploring new applications, during troubleshooting and after routine maintenance, dosimetry is an … [Read more...] about Electron Beam Dosimetry
Yumwoof: Good for Dogs and the Environment with Help from EB Curing
By Liz Stevens, writer, UV+EB Technology Yumwoof Natural Pet Food, based in Austin, Texas, makes premium air-dried dog foods. The company’s recipes are non-GMO and personalized based on a pet’s individual characteristics, applying data from extensive analysis of veterinary clinical studies. Yumwoof’s Perfect Kibble – an air-dried superfood packed with Cocomega™ superfats … [Read more...] about Yumwoof: Good for Dogs and the Environment with Help from EB Curing