Coatings Canada - Coating types

Spot UVcoat

Description
Looks as glossy and smooth as overall UVcoat High Gloss but can be applied selectively to your sheet anywhere you want.

Typical Coating Applications
Spot UVcoat is recommended for:

book covers

magazine covers

brochure covers

catalogue covers

P.O.P. materials

cosmetic packaging

software packaging

postcards

posters

sales sheets

stickers

menus

labels

annual reports

calendars

greeting cards

general packaging

cartons/boxes

playing cards

Design Considerations

Substrate
7 to 24 pt coated stock is recommended for this application. 60 - 100 lb coated stocks can be used, but are not recommended due to possible curling and cracking problems. This process requires a right reading, emulsion up film positive (clear area where no coating is required).

Complementary Processes
Spot coating can be applied on top of treated O.P.P. Matte Film, a wax-free press varnish or compatible aqueous coating.

Alternative Processes
This process is only available as a UV cured application, available in a High Gloss finish.

Summary of Coating Characteristics

Gloss Excellent
Abrasion Resistance Excellent
Chemical Resistance Excellent
Adhesion Good
Colour Fidelity Good
Glueability No
Environmental
Impact Recyclable Yes
Repulpable Yes
Biodegradable No

General Coating and Laminating Guidelines
Offset spray should be kept to a minimum. Low-wax, non-bleeding inks should be used, metallic inks are not recommended. Sufficient time should be allowed for inks to dry before a coating is applied. Rhodamine red, reflex blue and purple should be avoided if possible. Your ink supplier can recommend inks, or call us for a complimentary test and recommendations. Spot UV can be applied on 1 or 2 sides.

Production Specifications

Maximum Sheet Size 28" x 40"
Minimum Sheet Size 13" x 20"
Gripper Edge 1/2"
Minimum Paper Weight 60 lb
Maximum Board Thickness 24 pt