CLEAN & SAFE AIR PROGRAMS FOR PRINTING FACTORIES
Indoor air quality in printing houses is vital for worker health, as the air can be contaminated with dust particles, VOCs, spray powder, and other pollutants. We conduct air quality and contaminant tests for your printing space.
DIGITAL & WIDE FORMAT PRINTING | FLEXOGRAPHIC & GRAVURE PRINTING | SCREEN PRINTING | OFFSET PRINTING | 3D&DTF&DTG PRINTING AND OTHER
Air Contamination in DTF Printing
The DTF printing process involves several steps that release airborne pollutants, which can pose health and environmental risks if not properly managed.
Baking Powder Spreading – The fine particles of powder spread into the air and accumulate in the workspace, leading to potential respiratory issues and contamination of surrounding surfaces.
Powder Plastification (Curing) Process Fumes – These fumes contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) with a strong odor, contributing to poor indoor air quality and potentially causing discomfort or health concerns for operators.
Ink Evaporation and Emissions – DTF inks contain solvents and chemical compounds that release VOCs during printing and curing, contributing to air pollution. Long-term exposure may cause headaches, dizziness, or irritation.
Air Contamination in Solvent Based Wide Format Printing
Solvent-based wide format printing inks raise significant concerns regarding air contamination due to the evaporation of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during the printing process. These VOCs contribute to poor indoor air quality, and prolonged exposure may pose health risks such as headaches, dizziness, eye irritation, and respiratory issues.
Long-term exposure to high levels of VOCs can lead to chronic health problems, including respiratory conditions and neurological effects. Workers in areas with insufficient ventilation may experience acute symptoms, while those exposed over extended periods may develop more serious health concerns.
Air Contamination in Offset Printing
Printing Inks and Washing Chemicals often contain solvents that evaporate during the printing process. These solvents release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air, which can cause headaches, dizziness, eye irritation, and respiratory issues for workers exposed over extended periods.
Fine particles from adhesive powder can become airborne, leading to dust accumulation in the workspace. Inhalation of these particles may cause respiratory problems and contribute to a general decline in air quality.
Air Contamination in Flexographic and Gravure Printing
Flexographic and gravure printing using solvent-based inks and cleaning solvents releases volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and hazardous air pollutants (HAPs) posing risks to workers.
Sources of Air Contamination
A. Printing Process - Solvent Evaporation from ink drying (ethanol, acetates, toluene, MEK, etc.) and Ink mist & aerosolized particles from high-speed printing.
Washes & Cleaning Solvents - Press cleaning using solvents like isopropanol, acetone, or glycol ethers, Cylinder and anilox roller washing with aggressive solvent blends and Solvent storage & handling (evaporation from open containers).
Air Contamination in Screen Printing
Screen printing process involves several factors that contribute to air contamination, primarily due to the use of inks, solvents, and adhesives. These airborne pollutants can negatively impact worker health and indoor air quality.
Ink Fumes and VOC Emissions - Solvent-based and plastisol screen printing inks contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that evaporate into the air during the printing and drying process.
Solvent-Based Cleaning Chemicals - Solvents for cleaning screens and equipment contain harsh chemicals that release fumes into the air, contributing to poor indoor air quality.
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