Coatings
UV coatings
DIC is also one of the first and only manufacturers of UV coating in Pakistan which includes UV-Cure Technology Conventional coatings which are generally dissolved in organic solvents or dispersed in water. In general, UV-curable materials require less energy and less time to cure than conventional products. DIC produces UV coatings used for the following purposes,
- Packaging purposes in both flexo and offset printing processes
- In furniture for high gloss and protection in MDF sheets
Water based coatings
DIC also produces water-based coatings which are environmentally friendly compared to solvent-based coatings. Water-based coatings are specifically formulated for flexo printing of corrugated or solid fiberboard cases, Kraft and sulphite bags and similar lightweight packaging papers etc. DIC produces both water based gloss coating and water based matt coatings.
Water Based OPV
Water based high gloss coating used in the production of folding boxes.
Main Properties:
• Good drying and crackling tolerance
• Low foaming potential
• High gloss, scuff resistance, wet block resistance and good heat resistance
Substrate
- Coated/Uncoated board.