Blocking Or Sticking Of Aqueous Coated Surfaces

Blocking is a term given to describe sticking between two or more layers of coated substrate, which may be printed, or unprinted, and in roll, sheet, or package form.
Special Effects using Matte, Satin, and Gloss Aqueous Coatings

Aqueous Coatings create Special Effects Many different special effects may be obtained using aqueous coatings that are formulated to provide various levels of gloss. This range in gloss can extend from a very flat matte (reflecting only 15% of light) to very high gloss coatings that are able to reflect as high as 90% + […]
FDA Bans Chemicals in Food Packaging Coatings Update

Perfluoroalkyl Ethyl Toxicity Concerns in Food Packaging In January 2016, the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) published a final rule that prohibited the use of three specific perfluoroalkyl ethyl containing chemicals because of toxicity concerns. These chemicals had been in use to make paper and paperboard packaging resistant to oil and water for use […]
Poly (PE) Replacement Barrier Coatings and Test Methods

Why Replace Petroleum Based Extrusion Coated Polyethylene? More and more printers and converters are responding to requests for paper and paperboard coatings that can replace petroleum based extrusion coated polyethylene (PE) or Poly Replacement. Alternative barrier coating products that are safe for the environment are in favor due to brand marketers, and legislative, political, and […]
Preprint Coatings

CORKOTE-25 Preprint Aqueous Coating CORKOTE- 25 is a zinc-free aqueous topcoat designed specifically for the pre-print process. It exhibits a moderate COF while providing the scuff resistance needed to withstand the hot corrugation process. CK-25 has exceptional abrasion and water resistant properties. Usage: CORKOTE- 25 is typically applied via flexo, gravure or roller-coater onto paper […]
Aqueous Matte Finish Coatings
Aqueous Matte Finish Coatings Cork’s Aqueous Matte Coatings are formulated to dry so fast that offset spray powders can be eliminated or minimized with the proper press delivery length and dryer capability. The result is an extremely smooth printed, coated sheet. Gone is the sandpaper feel of spray powder protected, printed, and varnished graphics. Gained […]
Aqueous Semi-Gloss Finish Coatings
Aqueous Commercial Coatings Cork’s Aqueous Semi-Gloss Finish Coatings are formulated to dry so fast that offset spray powders can be eliminated or minimized with the proper press delivery length and dryer capability. The result is an extremely smooth printed, coated sheet. Gone is the sandpaper feel of spray powder protected, printed, and varnished graphics. Gained […]
Aqueous Gloss Finish Coatings
Aqueous Commercial Coatings Cork’s Aqueous Coatings are formulated to dry so fast that offset spray powders can be eliminated or minimized with the proper press delivery length and dryer capability. The result is an extremely smooth printed, coated sheet. Gone is the sandpaper feel of spray powder protected, printed, and varnished graphics. Gained is the […]
Aqueous Folding Carton Coatings
Aqueous Folding Carton Coatings Cork’s Aqueous Folding Carton Coatings are formulated to achieve the functional qualities required such as slip resistance, print protection, and rub resistance, as well as a host of other important qualities needed for today’s folding cartons. Cork’s superior grease and water resistance is perfect for cartons requiring FDA approval for direct […]
FDA Approved Paper Barrier Coatings
FDA Approved Aqueous Paper Barrier Coatings Sheetfed or Roller Coater: CORKOTE-83HV-1 is an excellent barrier coating that exhibits numerous resistance properties. When applied via offset to raw or coated paperboard it provides very low MVTR and Cobb values. CK83HV-1 is a unique backside, barrier coating which provides grease and water resistance and is used when […]