The printing ink specialist Hubergroup Print Solutions presents a new generation of water-based inks and varnishes for direct contact with food. The solution promises greater design freedom on recyclable packaging and at the same time supports the switch to sustainable materials.
With Hydro-X Contact, the Hubergroup is expanding its existing Hydro-X system to include colours and overprint varnishes that are particularly suitable for for use on monomaterials such as paper suitable. The inks are optimised for flexographic printing on central impression and stack printing presses and can be seamlessly integrated into existing printing processes. As a result, packaging manufacturers benefit from an efficient workflow, consistent quality and high colour stability.
Sustainable solution for modern packaging
Hydro-X Contact enables Interior printing on food packaging - for chocolates, children's snacks or takeaway boxes - for example. without additional plastic barriers. This not only improves recyclability, but also provides additional space for creative design on the inside of the packaging. In combination with other sustainable technologies from the Hubergroup, such as barriers against grease, water, vapour and oxygen as well as heat-sealable coatings, the new solution opens up new avenues for functional and environmentally friendly packaging concepts.
„Hydro-X Contact is easy to process, offers excellent colour appearance and reliable printing results. It is also a future-proof solution in line with the changing EU regulations on packaging.“
André Garber, Head of Business Development Water Based Systems & UV Coatings at the Hubergroup
Creative freedom all along the line
Alessandro Sabbatini, Product Manager Hydro-X, also sees great potential in the system: „Hydro-X Contact is a game changer for print shops. It opens up new design possibilities from original interior prints to striking design elements for that certain something when unpacking.“
The company will present Hydro-X Contact from 16 to 19 September. at Labelexpo Europe at stand 4D19 introduce.
Source: Hubergroup
