Primers

The Influence of Aluminum Gauge on the Adhesion of Extruded Polyester to Foil Using Adheisve Primers

(Magazine)

December 31, 2000, Application: Adhesion primers are effective when the thickness of polyester resin extrudate to aluminum substrate thickness exceeds a ratio of 0.7. Author email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Peer Reviewed ...

A Systems Approach to Flexible Packaging 

(Flexpack)

June 25, 2026, Advancing high-performance packaging for bags and pouches with water-based primers, barrier coatings, and 2K PU adhesives. Advancing high-performance packaging for bags and pouches with water-based ...

Best Practices for Plate Mounting in Flexographic Printing with tesa® Softprint

(Print)

May 28, 2026, ... Practices 1. Cylinder/Sleeve Cleaning Start with a pristine surface. Any residue, including ink, oil, primer, or dust, can undermine adhesion and cause bubbles or plate lift. For best results, ...

The Evolution of Digital Embellishment

(Print)

May 17, 2026, ... printheads to reliably jet fluids with viscosities up to 1,000 centipoise at ambient temperature —roughly the consistency of honey. This opens access to UV varnishes, primers, and specialty coatings previously ...

Driving Environmental Efficiency in Packaging and Labels

(Print)

April 28, 2026, ... PET bottles and films, suffer when inks and coatings resist removal, causing issues such as discoloration in recycled PET (rPET) and other recyclates. This is where recycling-optimized primers, inks, and ...

Particle-Anilox Cell Interaction in High-Solids Flexographic Coatings

(Print)

April 28, 2026, ... tactile varnishes, functional primers and water-based adhesives. These are highly engineered, particle-laden systems governed by fluid mechanics, surface chemistry and precision metering. As coating formulations ...

IST America to Participate in 2026 NCAA Annual Meeting

(News | New Products)

April 13, 2026, ... primers, backing coatings, and scratch-resistant top coats for pre-varnished sheet metal products. “Joining NCCA is an important step for IST America as we continue to expand our presence in industrial ...

Sun Chemical Will Demonstrate Full Portfolio at INFOFLEX 2026

(News | New Products)

April 6, 2026, ... and primers, featuring various technologies, such as matte finish coatings and solutions that enable converters to achieve their sustainable packaging goals.  Additionally, Sun Chemical's ultra-low monomer ...


S-OneLP Launches 3.5mil Metallized PCR 36% Stand Up Pouch Web

(News | New Products)

February 22, 2026, ... your business forward. Specializing in certified primers for HP Indigo Digital Presses and other digital printing technologies, we offer a suite that includes advanced overprint varnishes, customized coatings, ...

Optex Innovation Center Launches with New Leadership and Renewed Commitment to Flexible Packaging Industry Collaboration

(News | New Products)

January 13, 2026, ... of water-based primers and coatings for more than 54 years. Both businesses will operate independently and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality and customer trust. “At Optex Innovation Center, ...

Five Label Material Must-Haves for Market Growth

(Label/Tape)

December 30, 2025, ... wide range of environments, regardless of the printing technology. It is critical to consider how different processing techniques affect performance. Some materials require additional topcoats or primers, ...

Eye Candy Begins with Engineering

(Coating)

December 30, 2025, ... Coating with primers and corona treating can improve printability and adhesion. Converting to mono-material flexible packaging requires careful consideration; materials and process steps previously proven ...

Q&A: The Myths vs. Realities of Water-based Inks

(Thought Leader Interviews)

December 7, 2025, ... of their own proprietary technology. One major press supplier may require a primer, while another one requires an OPV, which flood coats the entire sheet, even in knockout areas. These are different digital ...

Growth Opportunities in the EV Space

(Label/Tape)

December 7, 2025, ... cooling. These include: Dielectric tapes with primerless adhesion to majority of TIM adhesives High wet-out adhesives to lower thermal impedance between TIM and heat source Silicone-based PSAs ...

Enhance Surface Performance with Corona Treatment in Printing and Laminating Applications

(News | New Products)

July 19, 2025, ... can reduce defects and present more environmentally friendly solutions. Additionally, improved wettability can eliminate chemical primers and other surface pre-treatments, simplifying production, reducing ...

Graph-Tech USA set to demonstrate inkjet label printing at Labelexpo Mexico 2025

(News | New Products)

March 20, 2025, ... web widths from 40-330mm (1.57”-13”), print widths up to 200mm (7.87”), corona treatment, and a flexo primer station. “The GTUS LabelRunner, powered by our eZ-Inkjet 120+ and GT Controller, is a powerful ...

Sun Chemical to Showcase Latest Innovations at European Coatings Show 2025

(News | New Products)

February 24, 2025, ... the high standards of the automotive industry and is suitable for primer, basecoat, topcoat and single-layer applications. BLUEPUR: These water-based polyurethane dispersions exhibit high film hardness, ...

Denso Introduces Comprehensive Viscotaq Tank Base Corrosion Protection System

(News | New Products)

December 4, 2024, ...  The Viscotaq system is easy to apply following proper surface preparation: Viscotaq Adhesion Promoter: A quick-drying primer ensures maximum adhesion to the tank chime and concrete base, setting ...

Reducing Energy Use and Optimizing Performance Through UV LED Printing

(White Paper)

September 29, 2024, ... and high performing colors and was designed to enhance packaging recyclability by enabling excellent adhesion without primers, resulting in a washable, de-inking or retentive system, depending on specific ...

IST America to Present Innovative UV & LED Solutions at National Coil Coating Association Fall Technical Meeting

(News | New Products)

September 9, 2024, ... presentation will cover real-world applications of UV and LED technology, including the use of UV-curable primers and topcoats for galvanized steel, aluminum claddings, and other materials. By utilizing ...

Siegwerk, Tripack and Multi-Plastics to Unveil APR Approved Shrink Sleeve at Label Expo Americas 2024

(Upcoming Conference News)

August 30, 2024, ... CIRKIT de-inking primer technology, combined with SICURA Orbis ink technology, to wash off in combination with deinking primer, was instrumental in ensuring the bottle's recyclability. Tripack's expertise ...

A Deeper Look at UV Inks in Label Production

(Surface Prep)

August 16, 2024, ... can be time consuming. An alternative is to coat the substrate with a water-based, or more typically, UV primer. Regardless of the preferred method, this adds a step to the printing process, necessitating ...

HOW TO: Do in Register Coating

(HOW TO Guide)

May 2, 2024, ... upgrades, definitely differentiating the offer to converted materials buyers. The selection of functional coatings is large and covers an extended array of needs. Primers, release lacquers, barrier boosters, ...

Recyclability & Circularity Consumers Support Sustainable Brand Packaging

(Print)

April 8, 2024, ... labels and shrink sleeves applications, deinking technologies are progressing and offer opportunities for printers seeking to support the circular economy, including new primers and overprint varnishes. ...

BOBST’s innovations for flexible packaging

(Coating/Laminating)

February 6, 2024, ...  The One Complete Solution for oneBARRIER FibreCycle is a good example: it comprises the EXPERT K5 vacuum metallizer for deposition of AlOx or AluBond and the oneBARRIER MASTER COATER for the primer and ...

EkoCure® Dual Cure ink puts Flint Group and All4Labels on shared path to success

(News | New Products)

November 27, 2023, ... needed to run its curing stations, as well as reduce emissions and waste. All4Labels is also trialing Flint Group's Evolution product range, which includes a deinking primer and caustic-resistant overprint ...

Gravure Print and Coating Quality Contenders

(Coating/Laminating)

November 8, 2023, ... A primer is applied to the substrate to ensure optimum adhesion. The decorative layer must be protected as many laminates, for example kitchen worktops, are subject over time to the harsh abrasive action ...

Italian Printer Is Europe’s First Flexible Film Converter to Offer All-UV LED Curing in Narrow to Mid-Web Format

(Flexpack)

September 6, 2023, ... up drying times on film, the entire printing process became more efficient and flexible, which further resulted in significantly reduced delivery times. Also, it eliminated the primer step and any heat ...

Fujifilm to Present Range of Digital Print Solutions at C!Print Madrid

(News | New Products)

August 9, 2023, ... primer. This range is available at a cost effective price point and offers an excellent return on investment. Recognized for design excellence by the prestigious Red Dot design awards, one of the most ...

Sun Chemical to present range of sustainable solutions at Labelexpo Europe 2023

(News | New Products)

July 30, 2023, ... primer, ink and coating systems, including SolarWave UV LED flexo inks, which also meet industry design for recycling protocols. SolarWave FSP UV LED food compliant inks, independently tested and certified ...