Inks and Chemicals — Environmental Challenges

* Coatings and adhesives. There are several different applications of high VOC containing coatings and adhesives that will be closely examined as a way to reduce emissions.

The new ozone standards could mean substantial changes for those printers who will need to use various substitutes, according to Jones. "Even though a lot of larger printers are comfortable working with them, it's not like taking a 60-watt light bulb out and putting a 40-watt light bulb in. You're changing a basic press chemistry, and that's significant. It may not be difficult for some printers, but it can be horrendous for others. It can be a significant shock to the system from a chemistry perspective.