Special Chemicals for the print industry - ABC Chemicals

Anti-Ox Anti-skinning agent designed to prevent ink drying either in the duct, on the rollers or in the tin. View more Information				Meter X Special blend of solvents and surfactants which remove contaminants and ink from chrome, steel and rubber bareback dampening rollers, whilst improving the hydrophilic properties. View more Information
Blanket Wipes A new concept for cleaning blankets, lint free wipes impregnated with water miscible solvent quickly removes ink and other contaminates from the blanket surface. As well as for use on presses with no auto-wash system, they are also handy for presses with auto-wash systems for spot cleaning between engagements. Blanket Wipes FD available where faster drying application is required. View more Information				Muck Trapper Muck Trapper cartridge filter for use in fountain solution recirculating systems to keep the solution clean and free of contamination resulting in fewer problems and less downtime maintenance. View more Information
Calcium Deposit Remover Cleaner for removing the build up of insoluble calcium and magnesium salts from blankets and rollers in hard water areas. View more Information				Positive Developer Plus Universal developer for all positive plates, available as a 1:4 concentrate or ready to use. View more Information
Calcium Deposit Inhibitor Added to the fountain solution concentrate to overcome problems associated with the presence of calcium salts in hard water such as ink stripping. View more Information				Positive Plate Deletion Pens Will remove unwanted image areas on positive plates. Available in fine and medium tips. View more Information
Chain Cleaner & Lubricant Removes dried spray powder, grease and dirt from delivery chains. Cleans protects and lubricates in one operation. View more Information				Roller Lube Designed to lubricate and protect rollers in multi-unit presses when running without ink on dry units. Will help prevent heat build up from friction which reduces roller life resulting in costly repairs. View more Information
Film Cleaner Solvent based fast drying cleaner for the rapid and effective cleaning of films and foils. View more Information				Silicone Spray Water repellent lubricant and release agent for mechanical working parts. View more Information
Handcleaner Contains natural cleaning agents together with a mild abrasive to quickly remove ink and oil without harming the skin. View more Information				Smash The best temporary repairer of low spots and dents in offset blankets. View more Information
Image Eater Pens Permanently removes the image from laser, polyester and plastic plates without affecting the surrounding area. View more Information				Solvex Solvent free biodegradable paste, which can be used to deep clean inking rollers prior to a colour change. Being solvent free means it is less harmful to the user and the environment. Many printers also use this product as part of their press maintenance programme to thoroughly clean and de-glaze the inking rollers. View more Information
Ink Absorbers Oleophilic pads which float on the surface of the fount solution in re-circulating systems and absorb contaminants such as ink, dirt and grease particles leaving the fount and dampening system cleaner. View more Information				Systems Cleaner An effective treatment for the periodic cleansing of recirculating dampening systems. Used on a regular basis it will prevent contamination of the fountain solution and help prevent pH drift by removing micro-organisms which build up mould growth in the pipes together with other contaminates such as ink, paper lint, spray powder etc. View more Information
Ink-eze New type of compound which when added to the ink will help prevent a multitude of problems as well as sharpen up the print quality, extend ink mileage and reduce set-off. View more Information				Web Coater Concentrate Concentrated silicone emulsion applied in the heat set web offset process to help condition the paper and to eliminate smearing and streaking. Available in both 35% and 60% concentrates. View more Information
Ink Repellent Paste for cleaning and applying a protective coating to metal surfaces of printing equipment. A single application will give a durable ink-resistant protective layer, where ink pick-up is a problem. View more Information				X + Y = Dry A two part ink drying treatment. The two pastes are mixed with ink, and on contact with water, oxygen is liberated promoting faster curing of the ink throughout the entire ink film not simply on the surface. Its unique properties dramatically reduces drying time allowing for faster turn around times, and improved rub resistance. In many instances it will also reduce or eliminate the need for spray powder. View more Information
Ink Stripper Deep cleans blankets and rollers, breaking down all traces of ink pigment deposits, gum glaze, lint and varnish, returning rollers and blankets to near new condition. View more Information