Plasma Treating
For pretreating polypropylene and polyethylene parts, we have the option of plasma treating. Plasma is a gas that has the capacity to conduct electricity. It is the electric energy in combination with the plasma gas that changes and modifies the surface of the treated substrate. Just like flame treating, a more traditional pretreatment method, plasma treating lowers the surface tension of the plastic to allow for proper ink adhesion.
Plasma Treating at Unique
This process can be used for both flat parts such as polypropylene toothbrush handles or round parts such as polyethylene tubes used for medical testing. For higher volume projects, plasma treating can easily be added to a 4 or 6-station dial tables to add the pretreatment in-line which reduces the overall decorating cost. Plasma treating is also often used for medical applications to limit or eliminate part distortion.
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Our highly trained staff will work with you to find the best, most cost-effective printing or decorating solution for your unique project.
Flame treating lowers the surface tension of the plastic to allow for proper ink adhesion. We have custom-built flame treating equipment for both flat parts such as polypropylene caps for CBD products and cylindrical polyethylene bottles for the health and beauty industry.
To achieve proper ink adhesion, the printing or decorating surface must be free of all surface contaminates. Common surface contaminates are dust, mold release, and hand oils from parts being handled without gloves.
For both plastic and metal parts, post-treatment is sometimes required to achieve maximum ink adhesion. And for glass parts, post-treatment is almost always required for maximum ink adhesion.
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2550 Wisconsin Ave,
Downers Grove, IL 60515