Tinprint
TriWill Group supplies specialist tinplate offset printing inks for US metal decorating and tin packaging applications. Printing on tinplate and aluminium substrates requires inks specifically formulated for metal adhesion, high heat resistance during curing and forming, and durability in the demanding conditions of metal container production.
Our tinplate ink range includes both conventional offset and UV offset formulations for metal decorating presses — the TWG-TP-OFC conventional tinplate ink and TWG-TP-OFUV UV tinplate ink. Both are formulated for the specific requirements of tin can, metal container, and tinplate packaging printing, delivering strong metal adhesion, sharp print quality, and resistance to the forming and processing that metal packaging undergoes.
TriWill Group supplies tinplate inks to US metal decorators and tin packaging producers printing food cans, beverage cans, aerosol containers, and promotional tins on conventional and UV offset metal decorating presses.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is tinplate ink?
Tinplate ink is a specialist offset printing ink formulated for printing on tinplate and aluminium substrates in metal decorating. It is engineered for strong metal adhesion, heat resistance, and durability through the forming and processing of metal containers.
What is the difference between conventional and UV tinplate ink?
Conventional tinplate ink dries through oxidation and heat curing in an oven, while UV tinplate ink cures instantly under UV light. TriWill supplies both — TWG-TP-OFC (conventional) and TWG-TP-OFUV (UV) — for different metal decorating press configurations.
What substrates can tinplate ink print on?
Tinplate inks are formulated for tinplate (tin-coated steel) and aluminium substrates used in metal container and packaging production. Contact TriWill Group for guidance on your specific metal substrate.
Is tinplate ink suitable for food cans?
Yes. TriWill tinplate inks are used for food can and beverage can printing. For direct food contact surfaces, contact TriWill Group regarding appropriate formulations and compliance documentation.
Does tinplate ink withstand can forming?
Yes. TriWill tinplate inks are formulated to resist the forming, drawing, and processing that metal packaging undergoes after printing, maintaining print integrity in the finished container.