Deinkability in offset inks: the key to effective paper recycling
La destintabilidad determina si la tinta se separa bien del papel durante el reciclaje. Te explicamos en qué consiste, cómo se mide con el método INGEDE 11 y por qué BIO CF, con 99/100, es un buen ejemplo de tinta offset pensada para el reciclaje del papel y el cartón.
Offset inks for cosmetics and pharmaceutical packaging: technical requirements and printing guidelines
What offset inks for cosmetics and pharmaceutical packaging must offer: low migration, low odour, resistance, colour accuracy, regulatory compliance and technical support. Complete guide.
Special inks in offset printing: beyond CMYK
Las tintas especiales van más allá del CMYK: metálicas, fluorescentes y de seguridad son herramientas técnicas con aplicaciones concretas que todo impresor debería conocer. Guía completa con usos, recomendaciones y preguntas frecuentes.
UV Offset Curing: Mercury vs LED, Differences and Applications
Mercury and LED UV curing systems behave differently in offset printing. This article explains how spectrum, thermal load and efficiency impact ink performance, substrates and production stability.
Paperization: The Challenge of Moving from Plastic to Paper in Sustainable Packaging
In the global race toward sustainability and environmental commitment, the packaging industry is undergoing an unprecedented structural transformation: “paperization.”
German Ink Ordinance (GIO): Impact on food packaging printing
The European regulatory landscape for packaging printing is heading toward January 1, 2027. We analyze the pillars of the German Ink Ordinance (GIO) to help printers and converters adapt their workflows with compliant chemical safety solutions.
How to choose offset ink according to the printing support
Choosing offset ink according to the printing support is a fundamental strategic decision. From managing the absorption of recycled fibers to the chemical anchoring on non-porous technical cardboards, we analyze how to optimize your production and profitability based on the substrate.
Ink manufacturing: from laboratory chemistry to the offset press
Discover the engineering behind offset ink manufacturing at MA Inks. From R+D+i laboratory formulation to industrial milling, we analyze step-by-step how we guarantee consistency, sustainability, and maximum quality in every batch.
Quality offset inks: the secret to profitability
Your job’s profitability is decided on the press, not by the purchase price. The quality of inks and chemicals is an investment that reduces setup time and waste, exponentially improving your cost per job.
Sustainable varnishes in offset printing: a bright path
Sustainable varnishes in offset printing encompass water-based, BIO vegetable, and also UV and UV Flexo alternatives, all of which are free from mineral oils, heavy metals, and PFAS. In this article, we explain their benefits, applications in packaging and publishing, and present the range of solutions that MA Inks offers to printers and brands committed to sustainability.