This is the property of the ink colourants that describe how permanent, and thus resistant to fading, they are when exposed to UV radiation. Lightfastness indicates the suitability of the ink to be used in different applications, such as outdoor use and long-term direct sun exposure requiring very good resistance to fading. Measured using the Blue Wool Scale, a widely adopted standard used to express the lightfastness of pigments and dyes, the Domino UV90 inks achieve the highest possible score of eight across a range of substrates, offering the maximum resistance to fading within the industry.

 

Although vital for industrial applications, adhesion and abrasion are important for all printing applications to ensure the finished goods survive the journey to shelf in optimum condition and then offer the longest possible shelf life. Tested using the industry standard cross hatch and tape tests, the Domino UV90 inks maintain full adhesion on the widest range of substrates. The degree of adhesion removes the need to pre-coat or varnish most substrate types, saving time and money.

 

Increased shelf edge appeal is achieved due to the highly reflective nature of the print. Unique digital textured effects can open up new applications for Domino N610i press owners. Unique textured label printing is achieved at speeds up to 50m/min. This feature can also be used to substitute premium priced textured substrates with textured print on standard paper, PP and PE materials.