Kiian Specialty Inks launches Free, a range of PVC-free plastisol inks that meet all international textile standards and can be used with most textiles, from cotton to synthetics.
Free will be marketed under the Manoukian-Argon flagship brand. Free is a plastisol with no PVC or phthalates and offers the ease of use, excellent performance and high productivity characteristics of traditional plastisol inks, says Kiian Spec ialty Inks. The ink has a smooth, soft touch with low tack and a matt finish that on textiles resembles water-based inks.
Oeko-Tex Standard and GOTS2
The ink has received Oeko-Tex Standard 1001 and GOTS2 certification and has also been recognised for compliance with Nike’s restricted substances list (RSL) following independent testing. These tests and certifications provide textile and garment manufacturers and retailers the assurances necessary for their own environmental compliance.
Wet-on-wet
Fast-drying for high-speed, high volume production, Free inks can be printed wet-on-wet with no restrictions, while Free Flash White demonstrates excellent drying speed under flash lamps combined with a very good opacity. At the same time, Free does not dry on the screen at room temperature, enabling easy working while eliminating the need for clean-ups after production stops. The inks are ready-to-use and require no mixing, additives, special storage or handling procedures.
Special effects
Good adhesion properties make Free inks ideal for use on sports- and swimwear, and a broad range of special effects can add value to clothing and textiles. These include 3D inks and the application of glitter and metallic powders to Free transparent inks.
