Issue 1/2017 - New smoothing aids for improved ink printing

New smoothing aids enhance ink printing effect
Printing inks place high demands on formulations, especially in the packaging market, where ink formulations must be of high quality, reliable and comply with various regulations
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TEGO?Glide A 116 is a highly efficient smoothing additive from Evonik for solventborne printing applications that is easy to process and has good compatibility with other materials, especially when used for printing varnishes, providing excellent print quality
while meeting regulatory requirements.

The product's excellent compatibility with color printing systems, especially with waxes and matting agents, gives the product a perfect appearance
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In addition, the additive reduces scratches and avoids surface adhesion, which is particularly important
during the production and processing phases.

Food packaging is a very important part of the packaging market, and strict regulatory requirements ensure safety
in this application area.
TEGO?Glide A 116 complies with the requirements of various laws and regulations and provides a complete list
of Swiss Consumer Goods Regulation (A).

"Well-designed food packaging allows for the effects of advertising placement, informing customers and, most importantly, protecting food," said
Anna-Maria Ickert, Global Marketing Director for Inks and New Applications.
TEGO?Glide A 116 offers ideal printing results for a wide range of applications, such as beverage containers, plastic packaging for ice cream and chocolate, as well as surface printing of labels or films, and is an efficient smoothing additive for all solventborne end applications
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