Fountain Solutions (Founts) & Pressroom Chemicals
Triwill Group supplies a comprehensive range of fountain solutions and pressroom chemicals for commercial offset printing, covering heat set web, cold set web, sheet-fed, and alcohol-free printing applications. Our fountain solution range — branded Trifount Gold — is formulated to maintain the correct ink-water balance on commercial offset presses, supporting consistent print quality and efficient press operation across all offset printing environments.
The correct fountain solution is essential for maintaining ink-water balance, controlling ink emulsification, and achieving consistent, high-quality print results on commercial offset presses. Triwill Group’s specialist team provides full technical support for fountain solution selection and pressroom chemistry management.
Fountain Solution Products
- Heat Set Foundation Solution – Trifount Gold HS (Clickable)
- Cold Set Foundation Solution – Trifount Gold CS (Clickable)
- Sheet Fed Foundation Solution – Trifount Gold SF (Clickable)
- Platinum Sheet Fed Foundation Solution (Clickable)
- Alcohol Free Foundation Solution – Trifount Gold AF (Clickable)
Why Choose Triwill Group for Fountain Solutions?
- Full Offset Coverage: We supply fountain solutions for heat set, cold set, sheet-fed, and alcohol-free offset printing applications.
- Trifount Gold Range: Our Trifount Gold fountain solutions are specifically formulated for consistent performance on commercial offset presses.
- Alcohol-Free Options: We supply alcohol-free fountain solutions for printers reducing or eliminating IPA from their pressroom.
- Technical Support: Our specialist team provides guidance on fountain solution selection, concentration, and pH management.
- Fast UK Delivery: Reliable delivery of fountain solutions to commercial printing operations across the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is fountain solution and what does it do in offset printing?
Fountain solution is used in offset printing to wet the non-image areas of the printing plate, preventing ink from adhering to these areas. It is essential for maintaining the ink-water balance on the press and achieving clean, consistent print quality. Triwill Group’s Trifount Gold range supplies fountain solutions for all commercial offset press types.
Best practices for mixing fountain solution concentrate for offset printing?
Fountain solution concentrate should be diluted to the correct working concentration as specified by the product data sheet, typically measured using a conductivity meter. The pH of the working solution should be maintained within the recommended range. Triwill Group’s technical team can advise on the correct mixing and pH management for our Trifount Gold range.
What is the recommended pH range for fountain solution in sheetfed offset?
The recommended pH for sheet-fed offset fountain solution is typically in the range of 4.8 to 5.5, though this can vary depending on the ink system and substrate. Triwill Group’s Trifount Gold SF sheet-fed fountain solution is formulated to maintain the correct pH range for consistent sheet-fed offset performance.
Troubleshooting common issues with ink emulsification and fountain solution?
Common ink and fount issues include excessive ink emulsification, tinting in non-image areas, and inconsistent ink-water balance. These can be caused by incorrect fount concentration, pH out of range, or contaminated dampening solution. Triwill Group’s technical team can diagnose and advise on fountain solution-related pressroom problems.
What are the benefits of using silicone-free fountain solutions?
Silicone-free fountain solutions avoid the risk of silicone contamination of the press and substrate, which can cause issues with post-print coating adhesion and varnishing. Triwill Group’s technical team can advise on silicone-free fountain solution options within our Trifount Gold range for specific pressroom requirements.
Where to buy pressroom chemicals for litho printing in the UK?
Triwill Group supplies a full range of fountain solutions and pressroom chemicals for commercial litho and offset printing across the UK. We offer competitive bulk pricing and fast, reliable UK-wide delivery for our complete Trifount Gold fountain solution range.