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Screen printing – UV & conventional
When strong colour, high opacity and durability matter, screen printing is the process of choice. We print with UV-curing and conventional ink systems – and choose the right one for every material and requirement.
At a glance
Ink systems
UV-curing & conventional
Strength
Maximum opacity
Use
Technical applications
Machines
Cylinder and semi-automatic presses
How screen printing works
In screen printing, a squeegee presses the ink through a fine mesh. A stencil on the screen only lets the ink through where the image is to appear.
The result is a much thicker ink deposit than in other printing processes: rich, opaque areas – even white on transparent or dark material – and durability that meets technical requirements.
- 1Screen & stencilA separate screen is exposed with the image for each colour.
- 2SqueegeeingThe squeegee pushes the ink through the open areas onto the material.
- 3Curing or dryingDepending on the ink system, by UV light in seconds or by drying.
Two ink systems – the right one for your product
Which system fits depends on the material, application and finishing. We're happy to advise you.
Option 1
UV screen printing
The ink cures instantly under UV light – with no solvents that need to evaporate.
- Ready for immediate finishing, short lead times
- Brilliant, scratch-resistant surfaces
- Ideal for finishing: UV spot varnish, relief and texture varnish
- Solvent-free printing process
Option 2
Conventional screen printing
Solvent-based inks bond with the plastic surface and dry physically.
- Excellent adhesion on demanding plastics
- Flexible – also for formed or curved parts
- Wide choice of special inks
- Proven for water-slide decals and decal sets
Typical applications
Type plates & front panel films
Durable marking for machines, devices and industry.
Keypad overlays
Opaque colour areas, backlighting windows and precise symbols.
Decal sets / water-slide decals
For model making, product decoration and marking.
Print finishing
Partial UV spot varnish, relief, texture and scented varnishes.
Materials
Rigid PVC
Polystyrene
Polycarbonate
Polyester
Special films
Paper & board
UV or conventional? We'll work it out with you.
Send us your enquiry or give us a call.
+49 911 99 544 0
anfragen@mg-druck.de
Laufamholzstraße 124 · 90482 Nuremberg
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UV offset – fine and cost-effective on film.
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UV inkjet for short runs and personalisation.
Laminating & mounting
Protection and stability for durable products.