The paper processing industry enjoys many benefits when integrating infrared technology into the process. IR applies heat evenly across surfaces, a quality essential in paper applications. And the quick on/off controllability of infrared lamps avoids application of too much or too little heat, keeping the process moving at optimal throughput. Here are a few uses of IR in the paper industries:
A laboratory operation uses microscope slides and biopsy cassettes. These require labeling prior to being archived. Traditionally, this has been done using relatively unreliable methods such as sticky-notes and handwriting. A manufacturer of non-contact inkjet printers developed a way to label these critical items. Heraeus infrared technology is used to dry the inks quickly and evenly.
A manufacturer of high-end wallpaper products relaced its hot air system with infrared from Heraeus Noblelight. The new system dries water-based print on the wallpaper, and allows several types of paper to be dried using a single system. Line speed increased 50% due to high power density at the right wavelength.
A manufacturer of personalized printed communications uses Heraeus infrared technology to dry inks after printing on a six-color printer. The systems -- featuring carbon infrared lamps from Heraeus Noblelight -- includes a control panel for quick switching on/off of the system as needed. Operating costs are much lower, and production time is greatly reduced.
A manufacturer of disposable tray mats used on airlines sought a method to dry the non-slip coating applied to the mats. A modular system from Heraeus Noblelight using carbon lamps provided the process with a fast line speed, rapid on/off switching (preventing damage to the product) and a high quality finish.
These examples are by no means a complete list. Infrared heat is an effective and efficient means of applying process heat in many other applications.
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