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TROUBLESHOOTING
Welcome to the ACTEGA Troubleshooting Hub
Everybody knows the challenges during the sheet-fed offset printing process: from the basics to the most complex. With detailed explanations and step-by-step guides, we inform you about sources of error, their reasons and support your solution.
Browse popular topics and resources.
Troubleshooting
Viscosity difference
Only if the coating has been properly adjusted, a problem-free application out of the coating unit can be provided.
Troubleshooting
Insufficient scratch and scuff resistance
If properly processed, inks and coatings provide good resistance.
Troubleshooting
Adhesion problems with UV coatings
Different factors can have an influence on adhesion.
Troubleshooting
Cracks in the coating layer
Cracks in the coating layer (cracking) result from tension.
Troublshooting
Sensory Problems
Odour and taste are subjective experiences. However, they can have a great influence on the quality of printed products.
Troubleshooting
Blocking of printed sheets
The blocking of printed sheets in the pile is a result of insufficient drying of inks or coating.
Troubleshooting
Insufficient curing of UV coating
Insufficient curing of UV coatings can influence the quality of your printed product.
Troubleshooting
Insufficient drying of water based coating
The drying behaviour plays a major role in printing and further processing.
Troubleshooting
Micro foam in coatings
Foam is the result of air distribution in the coating and can cause various problems.