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BCM Inks U.S.A. DuaKure

BCM Inks U.S.A. DuaKure is an alternative to UV coatings. It is a water based OPV (overprint varnish). It is made from a natural secreted plant product. Therefore, it meets BCM’s rigorous environmental standards. It offers numerous benefits versus UV and standard water-based coatings/varnishes.

Product Type: Varnishes, Waterborne Coating

Features: High Gloss, Low Odor, Low VOC

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    Features & Benefits

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    Benefits
    • Safer than traditional UV coatings, no inhalation issues or special PPE needed.
    • Easy disposal – same disposal method as any other water based coating/varnish.
    • Minimal odor, a slight sweet odor in comparison to UV coatings
    • Less expensive than typical UV coatings.
    • Higher gloss levels than conventional water-based coatings/varnish (+ 43% on average).
    • Low VOC’s (.08%).
    • Excellent rub resistance (high slide angle) and glue ability.
    • No special handling.
    Product Highlight
    • DuaKure also meets the needs of printers without UV capabilities who want to achieve gloss levels similar to UV.
    • DuaKure takes its name from its unique dual curability feature. DuaKure can be cured easily with any IR drier and/or with a combination of IR and UV lamps. However, UV lamps tend to produce higher gloss levels.
    • DuaKure can enhance the look and feel of your corrugated package or display.

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