In previous blogs we discussed how viscosity control is a key component of the printing process; reducing print defects, press downtime, and waste from scrap. This comprehensive guide will highlight how viscosity and temperature control are critical factors in flexographic

In recent years printers have found that temperature control of their process is crucial in contributing to consistent print quality and ink and solvent cost savings. Temperature control is critically important for flexographic inks due to its significant impact on

In recent blogs, we have discussed efflux cups, viscometers, and applications where ink viscosity control systems are employed to improve flexographic printing quality, ensure accurate viscosity measurement, and control costs. Ink Viscosity Control Simply stated, as ink viscosity rises due

Monitoring viscosity is critical across a range of industries. Any time you have a process that requires using a fluid in the finishing of a product, it is incredibly important to regularly measure and maintain the viscosity of that fluid.

If you’re a manufacturer in the flexographic printing or industrial coating industry, monitoring and controlling the ink and coating viscosity is critical for your finished product. Not automating viscosity control could eventually cause a host of otherwise preventable issues —

In previous blogs, we discussed the “what” and “why” of viscometers — what they are and why they are useful in measuring ink viscosity. In this blog, we will be going over the “how” — that is, how different process

For this exercise, we are using the Zahn cup as an example. To determine the viscosity of a liquid, dip and fill the viscosity cup with ink or coating. After lifting the cup out of the fluid, the user measures

In the previous article we discussed non-Newtonian fluids and how they perform when measured with efflux cups. Efflux cups are employed in most applications as a benchmark measurement for the fluid in process; they are by no means accurate. Why,

In my recent travels I have encountered a trend that affects inks and coatings resulting in problems that appear to be viscosity-related, when, in fact, they are caused by mixing issues. The non-Newtonian and thixotropic properties of inks and coatings