The products are suitable for gravure, screen, flexographic and offset printing; beneficial product features include enhanced flake geometry, solvent-free product forms, tighter particle distribution and improved adhesion, according to GMI’s report.
Sun Chemical and Silberline both reported a continued demand for metallic pigments in the graphics arts space, particularly in packaging applications.
“Brand owners continue to push for new and exciting ways for their packaging to pop off the shelf. One way to grab the attention of consumers in the store is to provide packaging that utilizes metallic inks,” said Joanne Mitchell, global product manager, metallic effects, Sun Chemical Performance Pigments.
“The continuous battle for brand shelf space has increased the
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