Inkjet Printing on Tin Containers
June 17th, 2010 | Author: StephenIn order to print on tin containers we first wiped them down with a PP wipe, this wipe is formulated with a special chemical that will increase ink adhesion. The image was loaded into the PromoJET computer software and sent to the machine to start printing. Although the PromoJET does not have white colored ink, the light background of the tin is great for making it appear white colored and allows the user to print in almost any color.
Tin covers were once considered difficult to print on because of their surface texture and glossy look. New technological advancements in solvent ink and adhesion wipes now allow the ink to easily adhere to the tin surface. Inkjet printing is a versatile tool that can be used to print on almost any texture. The future of inkjet printing is now, so take advantage!
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Printer used in this project:
Type: Solvent flatbed inkjet printer
Brand: PromoJET
Model:
Standard applications: golf balls, pens, CDs…
Unconventional applications: mints, candy, stained glass, plaques…
More info: PromoJET inkjet printer page
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August 16th, 2011 at 6:34 pm
Can you print onto circular surfaces or do you print on flat sheets before the tin shape is made up?
Can you supply the tins as well as the printing? I am after a print job to be done on circular tins.
Thanks
August 23rd, 2011 at 9:41 am
You can print onto circular surfaces provided that they fit into the machine with our rotary attachment. These were simply flat tin boxes. We do not do any printing in-house, we just sell the equipment and supplies for printing.