In printing production, poor ink leveling often causes orange peel, cratering, or uneven texture, compromising aesthetics and efficiency. To address this, Chemi Tech has developed high-performance ink leveling agents that optimize surface tension and flow to achieve rapid leveling and uniform film formation.
The core solution involves four steps:
Step 1: Problem Diagnosis
Analyze substrate properties, ink type, and printing environment to identify the root cause of leveling defects.
Step 2: Product Selection
Match specialized leveling agent models such as KT-101 (for water-based inks) or KT-202 (for solvent-based systems) based on the ink system.
Step 3: Addition and Process Adjustment
Incorporate the leveling agent into ink at 0.1%-0.5% dosage, adjusting printing speed and drying conditions to ensure compatibility.
Step 4: Effect Verification
Evaluate leveling results using film thickness gauges and visual inspection to ensure a flawless surface and enhanced gloss.
Case Study:
A printing company experienced edge cratering and delayed leveling with UV inks. After adding Chemi Tech’s KT-305 leveling agent at 0.3% dosage and optimizing drying temperature, leveling time was reduced by 30%, surface smoothness improved significantly, and customer acceptance rate exceeded 98%.
Chemi Tech leveling agents offer reliable chemical performance and adaptability, making them the preferred partner for tackling leveling challenges in printing. Contact us today for customized solutions.