SOLVING INK ISSUES -- Inking a Deal

A sheetfed offset ink, Drilith W2 contains no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and is formulated to run with waterless plates. It can be washed from the plates using a simple water and soap solution, thereby eliminating press washes that contain harmful VOCs.

Still in the beta test phase, however, is Flint Ink's four-color process ink for sheetfed applications.