Among the wide variety of press stock that we repair and refurbish at BBR Graphics, one of the most specialised pieces of equipment are UV Coaters. Throughout a wide variety of industries, they are used to give a glossy and shiny finish to the surface of a material, which also protects against UV radiation.
When are UV Coaters used?
The various industries that UV coaters are useful for include glassware, wood coats, aluminium can manufacturing and paper. Spectacles and sunglasses are often coated using UV Coaters to offer sensitive eyes protection from sunlight. In automotive, it is used to apply anti-glare and anti-fog properties to windows.
Why do commercial printers use UV Coaters?
Within print, it can be used to make a piece more eye-catching and can be ideal for the mass production of products such as magazines, postcards, business cards and catalogues.
Benefits include:
- Resistance to abrasion
- Glossy and shiny finish
- Increased clarity and visibility
- Environmentally friendly
- Fast drying time
What do BBR Graphics do with UV Coaters?
Commercial printers often come to BBR when wishing to upgrade their existing UV Coating systems. In some cases they come to us to purchase a reconditioned machine. We also buy old machines to repair and can send a refurbished machine as a replacement.
If you would like to learn more about how we service old machines from some of the worlds leading press manufacturers such as Heidelberg, Manroland, Mitsubishi and Ryobi, you can call us to organise a visit to our facilities on +44 1924 263 339.
Alternatively, to enquire about selling your machine or purchasing a refurbished one, you can send your questions over to sales@bbrgraphics.com and we will aim to get back to you as soon as we can.