UV curable chemistries must be cured completely, consistently and efficiently. This yields improved surface properties, aesthetic appeal, durability and function to components and products.
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Ultraviolet curing (commonly known as UV curing) is a photochemical process in which high-intensity ultraviolet light is used to instantly cure or “dry” inks, coatings or adhesives.
UV formulations are liquid monomers and oligomers mixed with a small percent of photoinitiators, and then exposed to UV energy. In a few seconds, the formulation - inks, coatings or adhesives instantly “harden” or cure, ready for the next processing step.
UV curable inks and coatings were first used as a better alternative to solvent-based products. Conventional heat- and air-drying works by solvent evaporation which shrinks the initial coating application by more than 50% and creates environmental pollutants.
UV curing technology is used to cure inks, coatings and adhesives on substrates such as:
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