The wood finishing industry is one of the main application areas for UV and EB, with commercial systems used since the 1960s. UV and EB coatings are typically known for high gloss and body, whilst offering excellent adhesion, scratch and abrasion resistance. They are commonly used for high-quality coatings in the parquet, wood and furniture industry. The newer Waterborne UV coatings, fit very well into furniture coating lines to substitute solvent-borne systems and reduce/eliminate VOC emissions.
In the past, only clear coats and flat substrates could be cured, but today also pigmented coatings and 3D applications are established. Special designed matting agents and additives are available for UV/EB systems.
Applications:
- Parquet
- Furniture
- Door Skins
- Dash Boards
- Decorative Panels
- Process: Spraying, curtain, roller coating
Advantage:
- VOC free
- Economical benefits
- Fast process
- High quality coatings
- Scratch & mar resistance