Catalytic fountain solution
OwnerLeon A. Zweiginventor
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Abstract
A fountain solution for introducing a catalytic agent to lithographic printing ink. The catalytic agent is formulated into a catalytic fountain solution, transported via the fountain solution to the ink and infused therein to impart desired qualities to the ink. An organic titanate compound is used as a catalytic agent in conjunction with apparatus to initiate drying for preventing ink offset and producing clean, sharp printing.
Claims3
A fountain solution for transporting a catalytic, cross-linking agent to lithographic printing ink and infusing the catalytic agent into the ink, the fountain solution comprising water, gum and a catalytic, cross-linking agent adapted to cross-link the ink upon exposure to ultraviolet radiation, infrared radiation or hot air.
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