Both A general description of the metallic pigment manufacturing process with a brief discussion of some of the characteristic effects that metallic pigments have on litho inks. Data from a simple experiment demonstrates the profound effect that the physical characteristics of metallic pigments have on ink rheology. The objective of this work is to develop a quantitative method for measuring ink misting for use in both laboratory and pressroom. This update will report on a method which utilizes a hand held nephelometer to measure the concentration of ink mist in the air. Manufacturing Consistency, Alkali Blue Ed daPonte, BASF Corp .
Process control is used in numerous manufacturing processes to assure batch consistency.
Using alkali blue as an example, statistical manufacturing techniques adaptable to printing ink manufacture will be presented. Presstek A review and update of this pre-press technology, and the implications for printing ink formulation will be explored. A new press technology which allows for use of conventional inks and papers but uses no plates will be discussed. New Digital Proofing Technology Jeff Skolnick, KPG The relationship of proofing to the final printed product is just as critical for new digital technologies. Today s approaches will be presented along with the benefits to everyone in the manufacturing chain.