Modern techniques. Who needs UV printing?

UV printing is a digital printing method that uses ultraviolet (UV) light to cure inks, adhesives on paper, aluminum, foam board or acrylic – in fact, this technique can be used to print on almost anything.

How does UV printing work?

The crux of how a UV printer works is that the ink is immediately exposed to direct ultraviolet light. Because it dries instantly, there is no problem with smudging or ink seepage. Ultimately, you get high quality prints that look fantastic. This is ideal if you’re printing documents, such as marketing materials, that need crisp detail.

What is the difference between UV printing and conventional printing?

UV printing and conventional printing are two fundamentally different processes.

Conventional printing requires the use of inks and solvents. The printer applies the inks to the material and then the solvents in the inks (often hazardous VOCs) evaporate into the air, leaving the print.

UV printing, on the other hand, uses inks that dry through a photomechanical process. The printer emits high-energy UV light toward the ink when it hits the material, drying it almost instantly. Therefore, UV printers can do better in situations where there is a shortage of ink.

Benefits of UV printing

There are many advantages of printing with the help of UV that make it a great option for business owners:

• the process is more efficient than with regular printing methods;
• time is saved, especially if you have a lot of prints to do;
• uV printing is more resistant to scratches and scrapes, so if you need printed materials that will be moved or transported, UV is a better option;
• uV printed materials are crisper and have more vibrant colors than their conventionally printed counterparts. This means that if you want to delight customers or create a certain aesthetic, this is the ideal printing option. The ink dries faster while maintaining color intensity;
• you don’t have to wait for items to dry before you take them out of the printer. UV prints come off the printer and are ready to go. With a crisp finish, your materials will look professional and luxurious. One of the characteristic symptoms of cheap printing is ink splashing. This is not a problem with UV printing and is guaranteed to delight your customers.

UV printing can reduce your carbon footprint!

Is your company implementing green solutions? If so, UV printing may be the perfect option for you. It is definitely a more environmentally friendly alternative, as UV printing inks are not solvent-based and therefore do not harm the environment when they evaporate.

Companies that care about the environment are becoming extremely important to customers. With UV printing, you can show that your company is serious about the well-being of our planet while not sacrificing quality materials.

UV printing can give you an edge over your competitors. It is interesting to note that few companies actually use UV lighting in their business model. That being said, if you want to stand out, a UV printer can be a great choice.