Products in Inkjet Printing

S-395-N2 is a synthetic wax with a DSC melt peak above 120°C, good crystallinity and high onset of melt. Shamrock’s product line of micronized waxes provide rub and abrasion resistance. Included in this line are products that provide gloss, matting, clarity, and controlled slip in a range of particle sizes.

S-381-N1 is a micronized synthetic and natural wax alloy that has a uniform melting range peaking at 91°C. Shamrock’s product line of micronized waxes provide rub and abrasion resistance. Included in this line are products that provide gloss, matting, clarity, and controlled slip in a range of particle sizes.

Hydrocer 357 is a stable, non-ionic aqueous spherical synthetic wax dispersion. The Hydrocer products are wax emulsions, dispersions, or a combination of these.

NovaCentrix Metalon JS-A211 is an electrically conductive ink designed to produce circuits on non-porous, temperature-sensitive substrates including polycarbonate, PET, polyimide, and glass. The ink contains a fluoropolymer which provides excellent adhesion and water-resistance on most substrates. The Metalon JS-A series of inks are specially formulated for compatibility and stability with various printheads including those manufactured by Dimatix and Xaar.

HydroCER EC-36 is a 35% APEO-free carnauba wax emulsion in a stable anionic surfactant system. The HydroCER products are wax emulsions, dispersions, or a combination of these.

ARAMARK-30 emulsions are formaldehyde-free, fluorescent, waterborne acrylic-pigment-emulsions especially for use in highlighter/marker pens after dilution in demineralized water

Presto Tape Ultra High Tack Paper Transfer Tape - 7174 are coated for easy unwind, wrinkle free, and partially transparent.

EBECRYL® 4858, developed by CASE Ingredients, is a bisphenol A-free radiation-curable coating designed for various sectors like paints and coatings and printing and packaging. This clear liquid formulation, boasting a low carbon footprint (PCF), is tailored for applications such as wood finishes, industrial coatings, and specialized packaging coatings on plastics and wood. With versatile application methods like curtain coating, dip coating, gravure coating, roller, and slot-die, it is compatible with inkjet inks for printing applications.

The SPP Series consists of polypropylene powders in a controlled range of particle sizes. These products are stir-in powders that can be easily dispersed under high-speed mixing in solvent, UV, or water-based inks & coatings.

Amphi® CL is a highly versatile biosurfactant that utilizes the unique properties of sophorolipids (SLP) in the glycolipid class. This 100% fermentation-produced solution is both TSCA-approved and REACH-registered, making it ideal for industrial use as a dispersant, emulsifier, and wetting agent. Among its exceptional attributes are its low HLB, low to no foam, hydrophobicity, and excellent degreasing abilities. Moreover, it is USDA-certified, readily biodegradable, and free from both prop 65 issues and 1,4-dioxane. Lastly, it is non-GMO, palm oil-free, and boasts a low carbon footprint.

NovaCentrix manufactures silver nanopowder with average particle size of 25 nm, with a specific surface area of 23 m2 /gm. Silver nanopowder is used in electrically conductive inks for inkjet and flexographic printing. Silver has also been shown to have antimicrobial properties. Nanopowder offers tight size control, high purity, and excellent dispersibility. A top performer for many applications, including, photovoltaics, displays, energy storage, RFID and smart packaging. Also used in electrically conductive inks and adhesives for inkjet and flexographic printing.

SPP-40 is a low molecular weight polypropylene texturing agent.

EBECRYL® LED 03 is a low-viscosity amine-modified polyether acrylate oligomer designed for use as a co-resin in UV-curable formulations. When incorporated into formulations alongside an appropriate photo initiator system, EBECRYL® LED 03 enables the curing of formulations using UV LED, UVA, or other lower-energy UV sources while also showing benefits in high-energy UV systems. This oligomer enhances surface cure by addressing the issue of oxygen inhibition in the free radical process. The product is labeled as monomer-free, VOC-free, bisphenol-A-free, and solvent-free, emphasizing its environmental and safety characteristics.

UCECOAT® 2803 is a flexible solution designed to meet the needs of the printing and packaging sectors. This product is specifically designed for use with packaging coatings, film, foil coatings, overprint varnishes, and inkjet printing. Its benefits include a faster cycle time, reduced energy usage, and a long pot life. With enhanced flexibility, mechanical resistance, and hardness, UCECOAT® 2803 guarantees top performance in a range of applications. This composition, which is specifically made for paints and coatings, improves the effectiveness of printing inks and coating containers.

OTech Aurum is the world's first gold particle-free conductive ink. It is a unique new product on the market which will bring you a significant cost reduction to the production of gold electrodes and coatings. It is perfect solution for medical devices, wearables and aerospace applications. OrelTech’s unique process allows the deposition of highly conductive thin metallic films. The thin layers undergo short development using cold plasma treatment resulting in a fine metal structure. OrelTech’s technology enables the deposition of the ink with many different methods and on various substrates, from plastics to fabrics. OTech inks do not contain nanoparticles, and as such enable the material economy of precious metals while being significantly more environmentally friendly than the existing alternatives on the market.

EBECRYL® 3203 is a low viscosity diluted epoxy acrylate, stands out for its exceptional pigment wetting properties, particularly with black pigments. Its fast cure response, when formulated with other oligomers and cured via ultraviolet light (UV) or electron beam (EB), adds to its versatility. Primarily designed as a grinding aid, EBECRYL® 3203 is used for preparing high pigment loading pigment pastes using equipment such as triple roll mills or bead mills. It is particularly well-suited for the grinding of black pigments, white pigments, and inorganic pigments and fillers. Noteworthy features include a faster cycle time, low energy consumption, a long pot life, and improved hardness. These attributes make EBECRYL® 3203 a valuable choice for formulators aiming for efficient and high-quality pigment dispersions.

S-363 is a synthetic wax alloy showing melting peaks ranging from 92 – 141°C. Shamrock’s product line of micronized waxes provide rub and abrasion resistance. Included in this line are products that provide gloss, matting, clarity, and controlled slip in a range of particle sizes.

Hydrocer 135 is an aqueous amide wax dispersion.

OTech Platinum LA731 is the world’s first platinum particle-free conductive ink that metallizes into high surface area platinum catalytic structures. This form of platinum structure has an application in fuel cells and batteries. OrelTech’s unique process allows the deposition of highly conductive thin metallic films. The thin layers undergo short development using cold plasma treatment resulting in a fine metal structure. OrelTech’s technology enables the deposition of the ink with many different methods and on various substrates, from plastics to fabrics. OTech inks do not contain nanoparticles, and as such enable the material economy of precious metals while being significantly more environmentally friendly than the existing alternatives on the market.

OTech Platinum OP711 is the world’s first platinum particle-free conductive ink that metallizes into nanosized platinum catalytic centers. This form of platinum is typically used in fuel cells, medical components, or DSSC solar cells. OrelTech’s unique process allows the deposition of highly conductive thin metallic films. The thin layers undergo short development using cold plasma treatment resulting in a fine metal structure. OrelTech’s technology enables the deposition of the ink with many different methods and on various substrates, from plastics to fabrics. OTech inks do not contain nanoparticles, and as such enable the material economy of precious metals while being significantly more environmentally friendly than the existing alternatives on the market.

S-395-N5 is a synthetic wax with a DSC melt peak above 120°C, good crystallinity and high onset of melt. Shamrock’s product line of micronized waxes provide rub and abrasion resistance. Included in this line are products that provide gloss, matting, clarity, and controlled slip in a range of particle sizes.

NovaCentrix Metalon JS-A39S-R is a silver nanoparticle water-based inkjet ink that features mirror-like effects in digital printing. Suitable for use with Piezo (Samba, KM, others) and thermal (HP) along with plastic and glass substrates.

EBECRYL® 114 is a clear liquid radiation-curable coating designed as a monomer and active diluent. Tailored for markets like paints and coatings and printing and packaging, it boasts a low carbon footprint, VOC-free, and solvent-free attributes. Noteworthy features include exceptional adhesion, improved flexibility, and a prolonged pot life. Ideal for various printing techniques such as flexography, gravure, and screen printing, its compatibility extends to plastics. Application methods encompass curtain coating, gravure coating, and roller techniques.

MODAFLOW® RESIN is an acrylic flow modifier specifically formulated without the addition of silicone. It finds application in non-aqueous industrial coatings and powder coatings, where its primary functions include enhancing flow and leveling, reducing issues like pinholes, fisheyes, craters, and orange peel. This product contributes to improved substrate wetting and helps maintain or enhance substrate adhesion. Additionally, MODAFLOW® RESIN serves as a defoaming agent, aids in air release, and facilitates pigment dispersion. It is employed in various coating applications such as top coats, powder coatings, radiation-curable coatings, clearcoats, screen printing inks, inkjet inks, varnishes, flexography inks, solventborne coatings, gravure inks, and lithographic inks. Notably, it adheres to labeling claims of being VOC-free, APEO-free, and Tin-free.

NovaCentrix Metalon JS-A102A is an electrically conductive ink designed to produce circuits on porous and non-porous substrates such as coated papers and polymeric films including polycarbonate and PET. This ink can be thermally cured at temperatures as low as 100°C or PulseForge® processed for enhanced conductivity. The ink is formulated for printing from the Dimatix DMP series printers.

OTech Platinum TF721 is the world’s first platinum particle-free conductive ink that allows metallization into a full-coverage smooth platinum layer. This form of platinum can find an application as a coating for medical components or even decorative (plated) purposes. OrelTech’s unique process allows the deposition of highly conductive thin metallic films. The thin layers undergo short development using cold plasma treatment resulting in a fine metal structure. OrelTech’s technology enables the deposition of the ink with many different methods and on various substrates, from plastics to fabrics. OTech inks do not contain nanoparticles, and as such enable the material economy of precious metals while being significantly more environmentally friendly than the existing alternatives on the market.

Presto Tape Medium Tack EZ Tear Embossed Film Transfer Tape - 6175 are designed to be completely transparent with an easy tear option to quickly move through projects.

CeraSPERSE 87NS is a polymeric compound for non-skid applications. Shamrock’s CeraSPERSE products are manufactured using a controlled crystallization process that allows the production of 1 micron wax dispersions. These wax compounds have a translucent appearance with a shiny gloss and a creamy feel. In addition to our standard products, Shamrock can develop and produce a wide range of compounds on a make-to-order basis.