Avient Corporation launched Zodiac Taurus non-PVC inks, the third offering in the Zodiac brand collection of eco-conscious screen-printing inks.
The Zodiac portfolio now includes non-PVC inks, silicone inks, and water-based inks.
Tito Echiburu, GM of Avient Specialty Inks, said, “The entire range was developed to offer our customers an easy way to convert to non-PVC technology.
” The advantages of new printing inks include:
– Bases and bleed barriers;
– Improved durability and elongation;
– Modifiers and additives include thickener, reducer, and matte additives to increase the productivity and improve the finish, and effect additives to achieve textured suede or high density (3D) effect;
– RFU colors a palette of 14 RFU mixing color inks, including fluorescents and silver and gold metallic;
– Special-effect inks add dimension and dazzling impact to any flat print
The newly developed printing inks are comprised of a combination of bases, additives, pigments, ready-for-use (RFU) colors, special-effect inks; the Zodiac Taurus family of non-PVC ink solutions also deliver the convenience and printability of traditional plastisol ink systems. Zodiac Taurus non-PVC inks can create sustainable garments that consumers seek while providing durability and feel expected by brand owners and printers.
