The Rise and Rise of Print Finishing

Coating manufacturers are currently developing a single solution for both matt and gloss effects using just one water-based dispersion coating system. The solution is expected to be unveiled in time for drupa 2008, with production trials already underway. In this process, the coating is applied by a coating unit to an entire surface area, achieving both matt and gloss effects using a single coating plate. The result is very good registration between matt and gloss areas.