UV - It's Good ... But Be Careful

• False: UV flexo inks are too expensive. "While UV flexo inks are generally of higher cost than their conventional counterparts, the energy-curable products will provide more mileage," said Waddington.

• False: The benefits simply don't outweigh the negatives. "Each printer and each application will be the judge of the viability of energy curing," said Waddington. "From an environmental, production, and performance level, energy curing brings money to the bottom line."