Flint Group Narrow Web has introduced a new range of UV flexo adhesive technologies for UV LED curing under the EkoCure brand. These adhesives will be the first commercially available products designed specifically for UV LED curing. EkoCure products are developed using specially selected raw materials that match the narrow and targeted wavelength area that is typical for UV LED lamp output.
The new products come in response to the increasing need for improved profitability, sustainable print solutions, innovation, higher productivity, value added technology, increased press uptime, lower maintenance technology, safer technology, etc.
Flint Group has partnered with industry suppliers and has been able to develop inks, coatings and now adhesives for UV LED curing – all which have been validated for the industry under commercial production conditions, the company says. The range of EkoCure UV flexo adhesives available include:
• Pressure Sensitive Adhesive
• Lamination Adhesive
• Cold Foil Adhesive
Flint Group can also develop the UV LED adhesive to fit custom needs.