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News Release from: Linx Printing Technologies | Subject: High-Opacity Grey ink 1310, 6800 Spectrum printer
Edited by the Printingtalk Editorial
Team on 01 June 2005
High Opacity Ink Avoid Using Multiple
Printers
Linx Printing Technologies has expanded its range of high contrast pigmented inks with the introduction of High-Opacity Grey ink 1310 for use with the Linx 6800 Spectrum printer.
Linx Printing Technologies has expanded its range of high contrast pigmented inks with the introduction of High-Opacity Grey ink 1310 for use with the Linx 6800 Spectrum printer Said to be suitable for use on both light and dark coloured materials, the new ink also brings cost savings to users
This article was originally published on Printingtalk on 1 Jun 2005 at 8.00am (UK)
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Whatever the colour of the product to be coded, High-Opacity Grey is claimed to provide greater flexibility on the production line as only one printer and one ink needs to be used, avoiding the expense of using multiple printers and inks, said Linx.
Additionally, costly ink mix-ups, that can occur when the wrong ink is added to a machine, are prevented.
The ink adheres well to many materials including metal, rubber and plastic.
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Food, beverage and cosmetic manufacturers have already expressed an interest in the ink due to its ability to produce high quality codes with sharp contrast, making it ideal for high impact packaging, claimed the company.
In addition, the company said that perfume manufacturers will no longer have to worry about code deterioration as the ink is resistant to alcohol-rich products.
The ink is also resistant to commonly used industrial solvents and will not transfer on to adjacent surfaces, making it suitable for pipes and cables.
The ink can also be used for printing on to a range of other specialist applications such as electronic components, audio-visual storage components and plastic extrusions.
Dr Paul Doody, Linx's ink development manager said: "Linx remains committed to ink development and application technology.
The ink provides excellent adhesion and codes of lasting clarity, enabling customers to print on to a variety of different coloured products and materials.
It further enhances our high contrast ink range, meeting a wide cross-section of customer requirements and preferences." The Linx high contrast pigmented ink range also consists of black, white and yellow inks.
The 6800 Spectrum printer is specifically designed for coding with pigmented inks as it contains a specialised ink system to ensure the pigment does not drop out of suspension, even after extended shutdowns claimed Linx.
The company said that unlike other continuous ink jet manufacturers it provides a mechanical ink shaker to redistribute any pigment that may have settled in the bottle prior to refilling the printer.
The ink shaker is said to prevent blockages in the printer caused by pigment build-ups, therefore increasing the efficiency of the production line and maximising uptime.
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