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Synthetic
printing papers are one of the fastest growing
substrates in the printing industry since they
provide the properties and benefits of both plastics
and paper. The following Questions & Answers have
been prepared by Granwell Products to inform and
educate and represent typical questions asked.
Additional technical and product information and
support is also available.
What
Is Polylith Synthetic Paper?
It's a polymer based product available in the
broadest range of gauges, finishes, tear-resistant
and no-tear products available from a single supplier.
It prints like paper but has the properties of
plastic.
How
does it print?
Polylith products can be printed by flexography,
offset, gravure, letterpress, screen and thermal
transfer methods. When coated it can be printed
by ink jet, laser & direct thermal processes.
Are
Special Inks Needed?
Generally, standard paper inks work well due to
the matte finish and print receptive coatings.
Grades with gloss finishes may require special
higher solids inks which are readily available
from all Ink suppliers.
Are Special Finishing
Techniques Necessary?
No, it can be processed by perforating, folding,
scoring, sewing, punching, hot stamping and embossing.
Can
It Be Used for Food Contact?
Yes, Polylith conforms with FDA and CONEG.
Can
it be Used for Outdoor Applications?
Yes, we have UV resistant Polylith grades suitable
for outdoor applications.
How Does Pricing Compare with Other Brands?
We have grades that span the properties of all
the leading brands. While each of our grade categories
have different pricing, Polylith is the value
leader in the industry.
Can
I get Sheets and Rolls?
Yes, we have slitting and sheeting capabilities.
Can
I Coat In-Line?
Polylith
top-coated synthetic papers can be readily
aqueous coated in-line. However, for
non top-coated grades as with all
non-absorptive substrates, aqueous in-line
coating is not recommended unless press is
properly set-up for effective ink drying.
Is Polylith Environmentally Safe?
Yes, It is one of the most environmentally viable
synthetic papers available today.
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