Products in Offset & Lithographic Printing

SipFast VIOLET (RL-U) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

StarFire® II Litho Bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability.

EBECRYL® 875 is a UV or EB curable polyester acrylate designed for wet or dry offset printing on plastic substrates. Inks formulated with EBECRYL® 875 achieve excellent adhesion to calendered vinyl, polystyrene, polyolefins, polycarbonate, and PVC. The water balance of this product allows inks to be run on a press with low amounts of fountain solution, a crucial factor for printing on non-absorbent substrates. Additionally, EBECRYL® 875 exhibits a low odor. Its features include high pigment loading, faster cycle time, low-temperature curing, low energy consumption, a good balance of properties, and long pot life. The labeling claims include being bisphenol A-free, having a low carbon footprint (PCF), being solvent-free, and being VOC-free.

SipFast RED (LGW) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

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.

ADDITOL® VXW 4940 N is a lead-free combination drier designed for water-dilutable applications, serving as a drying agent for oxidatively drying alkyd resin paints and acryl-alkyd hybrid systems. Widely applicable in automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, decorative paints, wood coatings and finishes, and offset and lithographic printing, it enhances hardness and reactivity in formulations. Notably, it is labeled as tin-free, formaldehyde-free, NMP-free, and monomer-free, aligning with considerations for safer and environmentally friendly coatings.

StarFire® II Litho Inks are formulated fromDayGlo StarFire® II Litho Base colors. They are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability. Developed to meet the needs of the printer and the color specifier.

EBECRYL® 45, formulated by CASE Ingredients, is a radiation-curable coating free from bisphenol A and recognized for its low carbon footprint (PCF). This solvent-free, VOC-free product targets industrial applications, specifically in leather and textiles. Additionally, it finds its niche in the paints and coatings sector and the printing and packaging industry. Its versatility is evident in its adaptability to various printing methods such as flexography, gravure, offset, and lithographic printing. The product, presented in a clear liquid form, employs curtain coating and gravure coating methods for application, utilizing radiation cure technology.

MODAFLOW® 9200 is an APEO-free, tin-free, and VOC-free clearcoat technology suitable for various markets, including automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, as well as printing and packaging. It finds applications in automotive OEM coatings, marine coatings, vehicle refinish, wood coatings and finishes, coil coatings, industrial coatings, metal coatings, packaging coatings, and printing inks such as flexography, gravure, inkjet, lithographic, and screen printing. This radiation-curable coating is compatible with metal and wood substrates, presenting a clear appearance and utilizing radiation cure as its cure method.

StarFire® II Litho Bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability.

StarFire® II Litho Bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability.

EBECRYL® 3608 is a fatty acid-modified epoxy acrylate oligomer, diluted with 15% of oligotriacrylate (OTA 480) (1). It stands out for its low odor, light color, low irritancy, excellent pigment wetting properties, and favorable cure response when exposed to ultraviolet light (UV) or an electron beam (EB). This versatile product finds recommendation in a variety of applications, including lithographic and screen inks and coatings, overprint varnishes, coatings on cardboard, chipboard, paper, and rigid plastics, as well as paper upgrading. End uses for EBECRYL® 3608 encompass radiation-curable coatings, gravure ink, varnishes, offset ink, flexography ink, screen printing ink, and lithographic ink. The application methods suitable for this product include curtain coating, gravure coating, lithography, roller application, and screen coating.

StarFire® II Litho Inks are formulated fromDayGlo StarFire® II Litho Base colors. They are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability. Developed to meet the needs of the printer and the color specifier.

This water-based product provides a high-performance barrier against water and grease when applied to a paper-based substrate. Coated surface also exhibits exceptionally high slide angle

EBECRYL® 1360 is a cloudy liquid radiation-curable coating designed for various applications. Notably, it offers faster cycle times, extended pot life, and energy-efficient features. Tailored for automotive and transportation, paints and coatings, and printing and packaging sectors, it excels in automotive OEM coatings, industrial coatings, and specialty coatings, among others. The product is applied using methods like curtain, dip, and gravure coating on compatible surfaces like wood, offering a clear finish with varnish capabilities.

EBECRYL® 1871 is a hexafunctional polyester acrylate oligomer that provides high reactivity and the proper ink-water balance necessary for good lithographic printing. Lithographic inks based on EBECRYL® 1871 display excellent rheological properties ensuring good ink transfer from the printing plate to the blanket and then to the substrate, combined with good dot definition.

StarFire® II Litho Inks are formulated fromDayGlo StarFire® II Litho Base colors. They are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability. Developed to meet the needs of the printer and the color specifier.

Zydeco™ ink bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength, formaldehyde-free, fluorescent pigment particles that are dispersed in a vehicle system that has been specifically formulated for use in energy curable systems. These products can be used in flexographic and lithographic, UV and EB curable inks. They produce bright, high gloss fluorescent inks that have excellent printing characteristics

Magiesol 40 specialty aliphatic solvents with low aromatics and optimal boiling ranges. Our unique capabilities allow us to offer custom solvents blended to order which are deliverable in a variety of containers including drums, totes, flexi-bags, iso-containers, truckload and railcar quantities. Our goal is to provide a product that complements and provides a performance advantage for your finished product.

Zydeco™ ink bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength, formaldehyde-free, fluorescent pigment particles that are dispersed in a vehicle system that has been specifically formulated for use in energy curable systems. These products can be used in flexographic and lithographic, UV and EB curable inks. They produce bright, high gloss fluorescent inks that have excellent printing characteristics

SipFast BLUE (R/MMO) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

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.

StarFire® II Litho Inks are formulated fromDayGlo StarFire® II Litho Base colors. They are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability. Developed to meet the needs of the printer and the color specifier.

EBECRYL® 113 is a clear liquid radiation-curable coating primarily based on acrylics and acrylates. Serving various markets like paints and coatings and printing and packaging, it stands out for its low carbon footprint, VOC-free nature, and solvent-free composition. This product offers benefits such as improved flexibility, adhesion, and a prolonged pot life. Compatible with plastics and wood, it's tailored for applications like wood coatings, industrial coatings, and various printing inks, especially gravure and screen printing.

SipFast BLUE (for PU) (1001) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

EBECRYL® 716 is a chlorine-free inert binder diluted with trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA). It is specially formulated to offer excellent adhesion to non-corona treated rigid plastic substrates. The features of EBECRYL® 716 include faster cycle time, low-temperature curing, low energy consumption, long pot life, improved hardness, and water resistance. This product finds applications in various areas such as textile manufacturing, other packaging coatings, and overprint varnishes.

SipFast BLUE (GSJ) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

S-400-N5 is a micronized EBS (ethylene bissteramide) wax powder showing melting peaks ranging from 99 – 147°C. Shamrock’s product line of micronized waxes provides rub and abrasion resistance. Included in this line are products that provide gloss, matting, clarity, and controlled slip in a range of particle sizes.

SipFast RED (BP) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

StarFire® II Litho Bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability.

StarFire® II Litho Bases are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability.

FluoroSLIP® 225 is a blend of low molecular weight synthetic wax and PTFE.

SipFast YELLOW (138) is a line of organic and inorganic powder pigments with applications in various sectors such as architectural and industrial paints, wood coatings, plastics, synthetic fibers, inks, textiles, tanning industry.

S-394-N1 is a synthetic wax with a DSC melt peak above 110°C and good onset of melting. 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

StarFire® II Litho Inks are formulated fromDayGlo StarFire® II Litho Base colors. They are a unique combination of ultra-fine, high strength fluorescent pigment dispersed in a rheologically controlled vehicle system. This yields maximum color density and excellent printability. Developed to meet the needs of the printer and the color specifier.

Magiesol 44 specialty aliphatic solvents with low aromatics and optimal boiling ranges. Our unique capabilities allow us to offer custom solvents blended to order which are deliverable in a variety of containers including drums, totes, flexi-bags, iso-containers, truckload and railcar quantities. Our goal is to provide a product that complements and provides a performance advantage for your finished product.