ARD-07 PRIMER: Fiberboard Base Coat with Maximum Flexographic Anchorage
The ARD-07 PRIMER is a high-performance water-based coating specifically designed for application on fiberboard (MDF, HDF, and derivatives). It works by creating a smooth, sealed, and leveled surface that equalizes porosity and drastically reduces fiber swelling. Its advanced formulation ensures excellent compatibility in industrial coating lines, providing a stable finish and significantly improving the anchorage of flexographic inks for high-quality direct printing on packaging, furniture, and retail displays.
Operational Advantages
- Superior pore sealing and leveling: Reduces irregular absorption and fiber raising, achieving a homogeneous surface completely ready for printing.
- Enhanced flexographic ink anchorage: Stabilizes wetting and surface energy, minimizing technical defects such as mottle, banding, and poor ink coverage.
- Versatile industrial processability: Highly adaptable for application via roller, blade, curtain, or spray, featuring fast drying times and excellent sandability.
- Sustainability and low environmental impact: Eco-friendly water-based formulation with low VOC emissions, suitable for green industrial processes.
- Dimensional stability: Minimizes surface moisture absorption, improving substrate flatness during printing and subsequent post-processing steps like cutting or milling.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Description / Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical Nature | Water-based coating, low VOC |
| Recommended Substrates | Fiberboard (MDF, HDF, and derivatives) |
| Application Methods | Roller, blade, curtain, or spray |
| Ink Compatibility | Flexographic inks (Water-based and UV technologies) |
| System Finish | Configurable (Matte, Satin, or Gloss via compatible topcoats) |
| Surface Preparation | Fine sanding recommended (240–320 grit) for optimal leveling |
Logistics and Handling
- Packaging formats: Available in 200 kg drums and 1000 kg IBC totes for industrial supply.
- Storage conditions: Store in tightly closed original containers, in a dry environment at temperatures between 5°C and 30°C. Protect strictly from freezing.
- Shelf life: 6 months from the date of manufacture when stored under recommended conditions.
- Safety and handling: Water-based, non-flammable product. The use of safety gloves and goggles is recommended in accordance with the Safety Data Sheet specifications.