Alcohol-Free Fountain Solution — TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF
Alco Free
Low Dosage
Stable ink Water balance
Stable Buffer
The TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF is an alcohol-free fountain solution from TriWill Group, formulated to eliminate or greatly reduce isopropyl alcohol (IPA) in the offset dampening system. Reducing alcohol lowers VOC emissions, improves workplace air quality, and reduces costs — and TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF delivers stable ink-water balance without relying on IPA.
TriWill Group supplies TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF to US sheetfed offset printers who are reducing or eliminating alcohol to meet VOC compliance goals, improve workplace conditions, and lower operating costs.
Key Features
- IPA-Free Dampening: Stable water balance without isopropyl alcohol.
- Lower VOC Emissions: Reduces volatile organic compound emissions for compliance.
- Improved Air Quality: Better workplace air quality by eliminating alcohol.
- Cost Reduction: Removes the ongoing cost of IPA in the dampening system.
- Stable Performance: Reliable clean running without alcohol.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is alcohol-free fountain solution?
Alcohol-free fountain solution is a fountain solution formulated to work without isopropyl alcohol (IPA) in the dampening system. It uses alternative surfactants to achieve stable ink-water balance, eliminating the VOC emissions and cost of alcohol.
Why switch to alcohol-free fountain solution?
Eliminating alcohol reduces VOC emissions (helping meet EPA and state air quality regulations), improves workplace air quality, and removes the ongoing cost of IPA. Alcohol-free printing is an important sustainability and compliance trend in US offset printing.
Is alcohol-free fountain solution harder to run?
Alcohol-free printing requires proper press setup and water balance management, but modern alcohol-free fountain solutions like TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF are formulated for stable, reliable running. TriWill Group provides guidance for the transition.
Is TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF compatible with my press?
TRIFOUNT-GOLD-AF is formulated for standard sheetfed offset presses. Contact TriWill Group with your press and water details for setup guidance and dosing recommendations for alcohol-free running.
