Panther technology is specifically designed to work with the Panther series of presses, the PX3000 (pictured) and PX2000
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) has certified Xeikon’s Panther technology in combination with FLEXcon films. Both companies can now use the UL mark on their products.
Panther technology is specifically designed to work with the Panther series of presses (the PX3000 and PX2000). The UV-inkjet presses use PantherCure UV inks that offer a glossy, tactile finish and eliminate the need to varnish specific substrates, while offering great durability and chemical, mechanical resistance.
The durability of the inks meets the needs for customers in the health and beauty, household, chemical and industrial markets. This certification confirms that the UVink is also suited for labels used in automotive and electronics applications.
The Xeikon PX3000 has been certified with FLEXcon’s pressure-sensitive film product line COMPUcalEXCEL 20440, 21440 and 22440 and the gloss top coated 2.0mm clear polyester film DPM UVIJ PC, UVIJ PW and UVIJ 1FW.
Ron Ducharme, market development for FLEXcon, said, ‘Labels have to be durable enough to last the life of the product and the Panther technology performed well on film under rigorous conditions.’
Jeroen Van Bauwel, director product marketing, Xeikon, commented, ‘It is part of our strategy to create the broadest digital print production portfolio supported by the most dedicated and responsive converting, workflow and service solutions. We have added the dedicated UV inkjet press Panther Series to our portfolio, supported by additional post press protection to better serve today’s demanding market requirements. We are delighted that UL agrees and look forward to helping customers meet end user demands with industry tested and certified solutions.’
