Products in Automotive & Transportation: Gravure Ink

Efka® FA 4600 is an anti-settling agent for non-aqueous coatings, preventing sedimentation and agglomeration of even heavy pigments. is in a colorless to yellowish/reddish liquid form, Efka® FA 4600 is easily applicable and contributes to maintaining the stability of coatings.

Efka® SL 3210 is a slip and leveling agent, a very effective additive to increase substrate wetting, slip, surface smoothness, and gloss. It has good compatibility with a broad range of printing ink systems and is relatively insensitive to pin-holing, even at high dosage. The chemical nature is organically modified polysiloxane.

HDK® N20 is a synthetic, hydrophilic, amorphous silica produced through flame hydrolysis. It is a standard product widely used in various industrial applications. This white colloidal powder offers high purity and serves multiple purposes. One of the primary applications of HDK® N20 is as a thickening and thixotropic agent in organic systems such as unsaturated polyesters, coatings, printing inks, adhesives, and cosmetics. Additionally, it functions as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers.

HDK® H13L is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H13L is primarily used as a thickening, thixotropic, and anti-sedimentation agent in various applications such as coatings, printing inks, adhesives, and others. It finds its main application in polar systems. The strong hydrophobicity of HDK® H13L makes it particularly suitable for solvent-free systems, high solids formulations, and waterborne coatings.

HDK® H15 is a synthetic, hydrophobic, amorphous silica produced via flame hydrolysis. It is a white colloidal powder of high purity. HDK® H15 is commonly utilized as a thickening and thixotropic agent in coatings, printing inks, adhesives, cosmetics, and other applications. Additionally, it serves as a reinforcing filler in elastomers, particularly silicone elastomers. Moreover, HDK® H15 functions as a free flow additive in the production of technical powders.

AquaBead® 425E has larger particle size anionic carnauba wax emulsion that provides water beading with weather resistance, slip, block and mar resistance.Features and Benefits Provides excellent block and mar resistance with good slip properties. Imparts water beading and soil release. Improved water resistance compared to AquaKlean 418. Can increase surface gloss. Anionic emulsion stabilization contributes to immediate hydrophobicity and excellent water resistance. Mean emulsion particle size of approximately 1 μm.

Polyfluo® 900A unique ceramic fortified composite of low density polyethylene and PTFE for maximum abrasion and burnish resistance, surface durability and anti-blocking.Features and Benefits High performance product for maximizing surface abrasion resistance (Taber) and film toughness Fortified with hard, inert, semi-transparent spherical ceramic for maximum abrasion resistance Low density polyethylene provides superior surface toughness, durability and mar resistance PTFE enhances abrasion resistance, antiblocking and film hardness Easy to disperse fine powder that can be incorporated with high speed mixing

Polyfluo® 523AL ia A highly engineered HDPE/PTFE/alumina nanocomposite for unsurpassed scratch and scuff resistance.Features and Benefits Maximum scratch and scuff resistance with slip and lubricity HDPE/PTFE composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9) Easier-to-disperse nanotechnology in a safe, non- nano powder Composite particle density maximizes efficiency and minimizes settling Extra fine particle size provides excellent gloss retention and film clarity Composite wax/alumina particle is less abrasive on processing equipment compared to free alumina

Superslip™ 6515AL is a highly engineered HDPE/amide wax/alumina nanocomposite for maximum scratch, scuff and block resistance.Features and Benefits Maximum scratch resistance; equal to PE/PTFE additives HDPE/amide wax composite reinforced with 300 nm aluminum oxide nanoparticles (Mohs Hardness 9) Good abrasion resistance with slip and lubricity Amide wax component provides excellent antiblocking and release properties Ideal for can and container coatings; 21CFR 175.300 approved Compare to Superslip 6515XF

Valifast® Red 2303 (Acid Red 180+) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Blue 1605 (Solvent Blue 38) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones. Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 3820 (Solvent Black 27) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Brown 3405 (Dye Mixture) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 1355 (Basic Red 1 Dye Complex) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 1807 (Dye Salt) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Blue 2680 (Solvent Blue 70) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for: inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 3808 (Solvent Black 29) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones. Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 1821 (Solvent Black 7+) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 3311 (Solvent Red 8+) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 1308 (Basic Red 1) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones. Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 2320 (Dye Mixture) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Violet 1701 (Dye Salt) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 3804 (Solvent Black 34) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Yellow 4121 (Solvent Yellow 21) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Yellow 4122 (Solvent Yellow 21) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones. Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 3830 (Solvent Black 27) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones. Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 1364 (Basic Red 1:1+) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Blue 1621 (Dye Salt) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 3870 (Solvent lack 29) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 3306 (Solvent Red 122) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 3312 (Solvent Red 122) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Black 3878 (Solvent Black 29) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones.Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

Valifast® Red 3304 (Solvent Red 8) is a solvent soluble dye which shows brilliant color in alcohols, glycol ethers, esters, and ketones. Valifast dyes are suitable for inkjet inks, writing inks, gravure printing inks, transparent foil lacquers, wood stains, plastics, and leather.

PolyGlide® 1226XF is a highly engineered HDPE/ceramic/nanoceramic composite for abrasion resistance and lubricity.Features and Benefits HDPE composite reinforced with hard, inert ceramic microspheres and nanoceramic platelets Improved Taber abrasion resistance when compared to PE/PTFE additives Provides slip and lubricity Ideal for can and container coatings; 21CFR 175.300 approved Effective replacement for PTFE additives Compare to (coarser) Polyfluo 900

EBECRYL® 168 is a clear liquid serving as an adhesion promoter and coupling agent within the CASE Ingredients category. Notable for its attributes like faster cycle time, long pot life, and multi-substrate adhesion, this product stands out for its efficiency in diverse applications. Specifically tailored for the automotive and transportation and paints and coatings sectors, it finds usage in areas such as automotive OEM coatings, vehicle refinish, and industrial coatings. Its versatility extends to printing and packaging, excelling in gravure and screen printing applications. Compatible with substrates like metal and wood, it cures efficiently through radiation methods and serves as a sol-gel coating and varnish.