07.01.15
Flint Group Narrow Web has launched a new generation of water-based ink technology called Hydrokett ZEN, a concept developed for narrow web label and packaging applications. According to the company, converters using these inks will have nearly zero maintenance, an easy-to-use ink and a versatile product.
Hydrokett ZEN is available in a 4-color process set and the full Pantone color range. These inks can be provided in a finished ink system, or in a blend vehicle and color concentrates for dispensing.
“Hydrokett ZEN went through a very exhaustive and challenging beta testing process with some key high quality printers in our industry," states Tom Hammer, product manager, Narrow Web North America. "The collaboration and feedback we received during this process inspired our product development chemists to formulate a product that met and exceeded the high demands of these printers. We are thankful for their input in the development of Hydrokett ZEN."
The product is designed to provide press stability and higher printing speeds, as well. Converters should be able to increase profits with lower ink inventory levels, reduced waste and press downtime, and increased dot sharpness. "Our beta test customers have been extremely pleased with the results of Hydrokett ZEN," says Mike Buystedt, vice president, sales, Narrow Web North America. "Originally designed for paper applications, we quickly realized that these inks were also well suited for film. Customers running on both materials have been able to reduce their ink inventories. The versatility and user-friendly nature of these products has these inks already labelled as a favorite among those running the press. And the benefits with lowered waste, ease of use and its ability to be used on multiple substrates is an economic bonus.”
Hydrokett ZEN is available in a 4-color process set and the full Pantone color range. These inks can be provided in a finished ink system, or in a blend vehicle and color concentrates for dispensing.
“Hydrokett ZEN went through a very exhaustive and challenging beta testing process with some key high quality printers in our industry," states Tom Hammer, product manager, Narrow Web North America. "The collaboration and feedback we received during this process inspired our product development chemists to formulate a product that met and exceeded the high demands of these printers. We are thankful for their input in the development of Hydrokett ZEN."
The product is designed to provide press stability and higher printing speeds, as well. Converters should be able to increase profits with lower ink inventory levels, reduced waste and press downtime, and increased dot sharpness. "Our beta test customers have been extremely pleased with the results of Hydrokett ZEN," says Mike Buystedt, vice president, sales, Narrow Web North America. "Originally designed for paper applications, we quickly realized that these inks were also well suited for film. Customers running on both materials have been able to reduce their ink inventories. The versatility and user-friendly nature of these products has these inks already labelled as a favorite among those running the press. And the benefits with lowered waste, ease of use and its ability to be used on multiple substrates is an economic bonus.”