Conventional Offset Tinplate Ink — TWG-TP-OFC

The TWG-TP-OFC is a conventional offset tinplate ink from TriWill Group, formulated for heat-cured metal decorating on conventional offset presses. It delivers strong metal adhesion, excellent durability through can forming and processing, and reliable print quality for US metal decorating operations running conventional (non-UV) metal decorating presses.

TriWill Group supplies TWG-TP-OFC to US metal decorators printing food cans, beverage cans, and metal packaging on conventional heat-cure metal decorating presses.

Key Features

• Strong Metal Adhesion: Reliable bonding to tinplate and aluminium substrates.
• Heat Cure Formulation: Optimised for conventional oven curing in metal decorating.
• Forming Resistant: Withstands can forming, drawing, and processing after printing.
• Durable Print: Maintains print integrity through metal packaging production.
• Consistent Color: Reliable color reproduction across metal decorating runs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is conventional tinplate ink?

Conventional tinplate ink is an offset printing ink formulated for metal decorating that cures through heat in an oven rather than UV light. It is used on conventional metal decorating presses for printing tinplate and aluminium packaging.

What is the difference between TWG-TP-OFC and TWG-TP-OFUV?

TWG-TP-OFC is a conventional heat-cured tinplate ink for standard metal decorating presses, while TWG-TP-OFUV is a UV-curable version for UV-equipped presses. The right choice depends on your press curing system.

Does TWG-TP-OFC withstand can forming?

Yes. TWG-TP-OFC is formulated to resist the forming, drawing, and processing that metal packaging undergoes after printing.

Is TWG-TP-OFC suitable for food cans?

Yes. TWG-TP-OFC is used for food and beverage can printing. For direct food contact surfaces, contact TriWill Group regarding compliance documentation.