At the Technical Seminar in New Delhi, Flint explains the emergence of UV LED Technology for Sheetfed applications.
Flint Group India organised a technical seminar on UV LED Technology for printers, converters and the print equipment industry at Pride Plaza Hotel, New Delhi
The technical seminar set out to inform the printers and equipment manufacturers engaged in Offset printing about UV LED curing. The idea behind the seminar was to assess the printers’ understanding of, and apprehensions about the emergence of UV LED curing systems in India. It also gave the printers the chance to meet both of the stakeholders involved in the transition to this technology – consumables and equipment suppliers. The aim was to create an environment to promote knowledge sharing and global initiatives to help bring value to their print operations by expanding their horizons.
The seminar started with a brief presentation about Flint Group by Mr. Upal Roy, Managing Director, India, who outlined Flint Group’s commitment to the Indian market.
Jim Buchanan, Global Business Development Director-Energy Curing Inks, then delivered a presentation on the evolution of UV LED Sheetfed technology, comparing it to conventional and traditional UV / HUV, followed by a presentation of the Flint Group portfolio development and value proposition.
The salient points of the presentation covered the advantages of UV LED curing versus conventional UV mercury curing; the low maintenance cost, no ozone emission and lower power consumption of UV LED were highlighted. Flint Group’s product range, including the latest UV LED curing inks, were also presented to the audience. The presentation ended with discussions on common printing problems and troubleshooting.
During the questions and answers session there was an open discussion about UV LED curing advantages, the cost implications and availability of these new generation inks. Flint Group confirmed that they are actively looking to strengthen their capability to cater for demand for UV LED as it unfolds and develops in India. UV LED inks will be imported from Flint Group Europe and various sales and distribution methods, which include involving channel partners, local Flint Group stocks and direct imports are being explored.
