Coatings
Special coatings are integral to enhancing the functionality, appearance, and protection of packaging materials. By offering a variety of formulations—solvent-based, water-based, and UV-curable—these coatings provide solutions for printability, durability, and barrier protection.
Solvent-Based Coatings:
- SunSpectro Matt Finisher: A velvety matt lacquer for LDPE, OPP, and PET, providing a smooth, elegant finish.
- Flexo Top Coat El 8812: High-resistance varnish providing gloss, heat, and scuff protection for treated LDPE.
- Daiol High Gloss Opv-fl2103: Glossy, heat-resistant varnish ideal for snack packaging with enhanced flexibility and slip properties.
- Sigma 22879E Matt Finisher: High-matt, heat-resistant finish for LDPE, providing flexibility and durability.
Water-Based Coatings:
- Water Repellent OPV: A water-resistant varnish ideal for paper substrates, enhancing durability and water repellency.
- High Rub OPV: Designed to deliver superior abrasion resistance, perfect for applications requiring high surface durability.
- General Purpose OPV: Versatile overprint varnish suitable for a wide range of substrates, providing balanced gloss and protection.
- Roller Coating Varnish: Optimized for roller coating applications, offering uniform coverage, quick drying, and a smooth finish.
- Matte Coating: A premium coating that delivers a soft, non-glossy finish, enhancing the tactile feel and visual appeal of printed surfaces.
- Ink Duct Coating: A specialized varnish designed for direct application through the ink duct system, ensuring smooth transfer, consistent film thickness, and excellent finish quality.
UV Curable Coatings:
- Ink Duct Gloss: A UV-curable gloss coating formulated for ink duct application, delivering a high-shine finish and excellent surface protection.
- Ink Duct Matte: A UV-curable matte coating applied via the ink duct, offering a smooth, elegant, non-glossy finish with superior durability.
- Roller Coating: A UV-curable coating optimized for roller coating machines, ensuring uniform film formation, fast curing, and excellent adhesion.
- Drip Off: A special-effect UV coating that creates contrasting gloss and matte areas in a single pass, enhancing visual texture and design appeal.
Barrier Coatings:
- Anchor Coat: A specialized coating for both absorbent and non-absorbent substrates, improving ink adhesion and surface preparation.
Why Barrier Coatings Matter:
- Shelf Life: Protect products from moisture and oxygen, extending freshness and preventing spoilage.
- Sustainability Foster eco-friendly, recyclable packaging solutions, reducing reliance on multi-layer laminates.
- Cost-Effectiveness Replaces complex, expensive multi-layer structures with efficient, recyclable alternatives.
Barrier coatings are driving innovations in the flexible packaging industry, providing essential protection while supporting sustainability and enhancing product performance.