The market for ultraviolet curing technology has been growing at double-digit rates in the last decades. The main reason for such a rapid technological growth of UV curing is its unique process characteristic, which allow UV-coating to be applied on virtually any substrates, including plastic, metal, composite, wood, paper, leather, vinyl, glass and even human teeth. The original driving forces behind the commercialization of UV-technology were energy saving and freedom from solvents. These benefits are complemented by high productivity and subsequently higher profits that can be achieved with the increased line speed, just-in-time benefits and immediate “pack and ship” capabilities. Industries that take advantage of UV curing include medicine, automobiles, cosmetics (for example artificial fingernails and gel nail polish), food, science, education and art. Our presentation gives an overview on the benefits of the UV curing technology, with emphasis placed on relevant chemistries and the latest trends in the UV business.

UV curing technology – benefits, chemistries and trends

255th National Meeting (2018)

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