SHEETFED DRYING/CURING SYSTEMS -- Running Hot and Cold

UV coatings lose some gloss when applied over wet inks, agrees Elinor Midlik, president of Prime UV Systems in Carol Stream, IL. When used as recommended, though, she contends that the process offers the highest measurable gloss and resistance to chemicals and abrasion. This enhances consumer appeal for applications such as catalogs, publications and packaging, according to Midlik.