Tresu launches iCoat 30000 Twin

Tresu iCoat 30000 Twin applies two coats of varnish to digitally printed folding cartons, in-line in a single pass, and is designed for integration with the HP Indigo 30000 digital press.

Tresu iCoat 30000 Twin includes two flexo units capable of applying spot, partial or full surface coating immediately after the printing stage.

Capable of running at a speed of 5,000sph on board substrates between 180g/sq m (121.6lbs) and 500g/sq m (337.8lbs), the Tresu iCoat 30000 Twin also features corona treatment, quick-change sleeve technology and the ability to switch from UV to aqueous varnish within a few minutes.

Combination varnish printing with the Tresu iCoat 30000 Twin opens up numerous creative opportunities, with examples of possible effects including a double full-surface coat for extra protection, juxtaposing matte with high gloss, or combining full, spot or line effects and creating contrast or adding vividness to an underlying color.

Tresu chief operating officer Søren Maarssø said: ‘The iCoat 30000 Twin’s double flexo stations provide an effective way of enhancing functionality and aesthetic impact, with multiple combinations of UV-curable and water-based coating, in a single process.

‘The coater is an ideal complement to a digital workflow for high-end applications in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, luxury food and drinks, and retail promotional packaging, especially where short runs, variable data, unique versions or personalisation are required.’

The Tresu iCoat 30000 Twin follows the standard iCoat 30000 unit, an in-line coating system developed for use with the HP Indigo 30000 digital press for folding carton production.