Technical guidance

GRAPHIC CHEMICALS
OFFSET PRE-PRESS

- classical preparation and CTcP digital preparation of printing form

- CTP digital preparation of printing form
(Digital exposure of positive thermal plate)

DEVELOPERS
For developing the exposed positive offset printing plates (conventional and thermal plate)
- Developer for positive thermal printing plates
P-71 CTP DEVELOPER – Developer for thermal and positive plates
P-71PLUS (CTP stronger developer )
P-71 CTP DEVELOPER is universal developer for direct use for CtP thermal plates and conventional plates in
automatic processors. Recommended working temperature is between 23 º C and 25 º C. Development time is 25
to 35 seconds in immersion. Developer in processor should be replenished by adding a developer P-71 as a
replenisher or by adding P-71 PLUS as replenisher. The replenishment rate is 150 ml/m2. Adequate
replenishment can be established by measuring of the electric conductivity of developer or with Plate Control
Wedge. Developer has high buffer capacity in the plate processor.
P-71 PLUS is a little bit stronger developer as P-71. It is very suitable for developing CTP plates, which need
higher laser energy for exposure. It also can be used as a replenisher for P-71.

- Machine developers for positive conventional offset printing plates

P-75 DEVELOPER-PCP – ready to use
P-75C DEVELOPER PCP-C - concentrate (1:4)
P-75 DEVELOPER - PCP is used for developing in automatic plate processors at the temperature between 23 ºC
and 25 º C. The developer has to work at least 15 seconds, in which case the third to fourth stage of the grey
wedge testing film opens, i.e. the scope of blackening is less than 0,6.
P-75 allows fast development and does not reduce the raster toning value even after a longer exposure or
multiple developing, which is an advantage compared to some other more aggressive developers. Second
developing is necessary only when copying on repetitive copying frames.
We can regenerate the developer in automatic plate processor simply by adding fresh developer, or developer P-
75C mix with water in the ratio 1:3. Developing without regeneration reduces the developer’s capacity up to 50%.
The use of P-75 without regeneration is about 0,3 liters per 1 square meter of the developed plates.
Partly used-up developer can foam in the machine. Adding Antifoaming Agent P-77/1 prevents foaming. The
agent needs to be added gradually in small quantities, in which case the added quantity depends on the degree of
deterioration and the entire quantity of the developer in the processor. The optimal effect is achieved with
concentrations around 0, 1% of Antifoaming Agent per entire quantity of the developer in the processor.
P-75 Developer can also be used for manual development or development by submersion.
P-75C DEVELOPER-PCP is recommended for long transportation. When mixed with plain water, it is suitable for
preparation of Automatic processor developer.
To prepare the developer for manual or automatic developing, mix 1 part of the concentrate with 4 parts of plain
water. Such developer is identical to P-75 Developer PCP. P-75C in the processor can be regenerated simply by
adding fresh developer mix with water in the ratio 1:3.

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- Manual developers for positive conventional offset printing plates:
P-76 DEVELOPER-R - ready to use
P-76C DEVELOPER-RC – concentrate (1:9)
They serve as preparation for printing forms on the positive working offset plates, and can be used for the majority
of positive working plates. The exposure and developing time are determined by the grey scale copy of the testing
film. We recommend extending the exposure time rather than the developing time.
After the developing is done, both sides of the plate have to be washed with water. The remainder of alkaline
developer on the surface of the printing elements may cause plate blinding during the print or blank surfaces
toning.
To avoid such problems, we recommend using anti-toning, gumming and preserving chemicals.
P-76 – DEVELOPER-R is used for manual developing of offset plates with a cotton tampon. The developing time
is 1 to 1, 5 minutes with twice added developer. The developer is removed from the plate with a rubber wiper.
The expected use is up to 0,8 L of P-76 per 1 square meters of the developed plate.
P-76C – DEVELOPER-RC is a 10-time concentrate suitable for long transportation. The developer is prepared by
adding 1 liter of concentrate to 9 liters of water. To avoid problems caused by decomposition of the concentrate,
the whole quantity (1 L) of the concentrate has to be diluted at once.
At high working temperatures we recommend diluting concentrate in the ratio 1:10; at low temperatures the
recommended dosage/ratio is 1:8.

GUMMING AND PRESERVING CHEMICALS

They are used for the protection, gumming and archiving of offset printing forms
P-12 OFFSETGUM – Gumming Solution (neutral)
P-47 OFFSETGUM-UNI – universal gumming solution
P-81 THERMOGUM For baking and gumming – solution for thermal treatment and gumming
P-20 G-CLEANER – washing and gumming solution
They are water solutions of gum Arabic or its substitutes with certain additives. The solutions are applied thinly
and evenly to the damp plate surface. The gumming coating film is washed off the plate with water and sponge
just before we start printing, or it can be removed with fountain solution when starting with printing.

P-12 OFFSETGUM is a neutral chemical used for gumming offset printing forms.
P-47 OFFSETGUM-UNI is a neutral gum solution for plate developer processors and manual use. It is used for
gumming and preserving in developer unit as last phase before drying. P-47 can be left on printing plate for longer
time. P-47 can be used also for manual gumming and archiving the plates instead of P-12. It is easy to remove
with water without residues. Wipe the plate with water and sponge before printing, or it can be removed with
fountain solution during the first few imprints.
P-81 THERMOGUM is used to protect oleophylised areas (printing elements) on the printing plate during thermal
treatment (baking). This process is necessary to increase the plate printing endurance. This chemical is usually
used in automatic processors where at least a portion of plates is thermally treated. This chemical can be also
used instead of gumming agent.
Short-term protection: leave the printing images covered with printing ink and gum up the entire plate thinly and
evenly with P-12 or P-47.
Before rerunning, wash off the protective layer (gumming medium) with a wet sponge and water. Dried printing
inks remove with cleaners P-23, P-24, ACTIVATOR P-211 or P-212 CTP CLEANER. Wet the plate with water and
proceed with printing.
For archive:
Remove the printing ink from the wetted plate using P-23, P-24 or P-211 and rinse well with water. Pour P-72
Antiton P over the whole surface to hydrophylise blank areas, rinse it with water, gum it thinly and evenly with P-
12 or P-47 and dry.

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P-20 G-CLEANER is used for washing and gumming the printing plate in one step in printing machines between
shorter and longer breaks. Clean the printing plates with P-20G leave it on plate to dry and plate is protected. P-
20G is removed and washed from the plate with a wet sponge just before we start printing.
Caution! Shake the dose with P-20G before use.

CORRECTING MEDIUMS
Correcting mediums are used for removing redundant printing elements from offset printing plate (printing form)
P-73 CORRECTOR – Corrector gel
P-73/1 CORRECTOR – Corrector pencil
Correcting mediums are used for removing redundant printing elements, such as copies of film edges or
unwanted bits, from offset plates. They are suitable for certain types of Kemolit® PCP Printing Plates but also for
other positive offset plates.
It is used for correcting positive working offset plates coated with diazo-type coating. It comes in a form of gel (P-
73) or as corrective pencil (P-73/1). Gel is applied to the plate with a brush. After one minute, rinse the plate with
water or wipe the corrected spot with a sponge.
When applying and washing, be careful. Not to spread the correcting medium to other parts of the plate. Since
both mediums dry up fast, replace the cap immediately after use.

SPECIAL CLEANERS
Used for cleaning ink without damaging the printing form
P-211 ACTIVATOR – plate cleaner for conventional plates
P-212 CTP CLEANER – plate cleaner for thermal plates

P-211 ACTIVATOR is very intensive cleaner. Removes printing ink, dried ink and cleans the plate mechanically
(oxidation marks) Recommended for standard offset plates.
Plates are cleaned in a sink, on a flat surface or on the printing machine. The agent is poured over the plate and
evenly dispensed with a sponge across the entire surface. If necessary, the plate can be rubbed gently with a
sponge dipped in P-211. The plate is then rinsed with running water, or cleaned with a wet sponge. The cleaned
plate can now be gummed and put back into the press, or archived.
P-212 CTP CLEANER is used for cleaning CTP plates. It cleans ink very well and does not damage printing form.
It is free from any abrasive substances. CTP cleaner is applied to the plate with soft sponge. The CTP cleaner
may also be used for cleaning of conventional plates.

DEPOSITS REMOVER
Solution for removing various insoluble deposits in developing units.

P-60 REMOVER – calcium deposits remover

P-60G REMOVER GEL – calcium deposits remover - gel

P-60 REMOVER is effective cleaner for removing insoluble calcium and magnesium salts from blankets and
rollers. Drain the developer from the developing unit of the processor, remove the filters and rinse them
thoroughly with water. Fill the processor with the cleaner and warm it up to the working temperature or higher.
Higher temperature boosts the cleaner, which results in better efficiency. Depending on the thickness of the
residue, let the cleaner work up to half an hour, with periodic circulation of the pump.
The developing unit of the processor, including the transport system is now clean. Transport rollers and filters
should be soaked in cleaner for some time and the residue is cleaned by brushing it with an abrasive sponge.
Finally, rinse the processor and the developer’s transport system thoroughly with water and fill it with fresh
developer.

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Caution! The remaining Cleaner may neutralize fresh developer.

P-60G REMOVER GEL is a gel used for the same purpose as the liquid P-60. Its advantage is reduced
consumption, since it is applied only on the rollers and walls of the developing machine. Gel is left for certain time
to work, and then washed off thoroughly with water.
OTHER CHEMICALS
P-72 ANTITON-P – For neutralization of developer remains from the plate and to prevent toning
P-77/1 ANTI FOAMING AGENT – developer adding agent to avoid foaming during
machine developing

P-72 ANTITON-P is used to neutralize the remaining alkaline developer after the developing is done. It also acts
preventively towards the occurrence of toning during printing.
Instruction for use: Pour P-72 over the plate, let it work for half or one minute and rinse the plate well with water.
Too long action may cause plate blinding.

P-77/1 ANTI FOAMING AGENT is added to the developer in automatic plate processor. It reduces foam forming
of partly used developer during pumping. Add P-77/1 to the developer several times in small doses. The dosage
depends on the amount of used-up developer.
P-77/1 ANTI FOAMING AGENT also serves as a universal additive to prevent foaming of fountain solution and
cleaning solution foaming.
The perfect effect is achieved by adding small quantities of P-77/1 (up to 0.1%).

GRAPHIC CHEMICALS
OFFSET PRESS

CHEMICALS FOR FOUNTAIN SOLUTIONS

The structure of fountain solution effects on quality of print. These chemicals reduce surface tension and allow
printing with reduced water quantity. Chemicals used for preparation of fountain solution contain agents which
maintain stable pH value.
P-43 Prepared Isopropyl Alcohol – prepared isopropyl alcohol 99,9%
P-41 SUPER BUFFER – classic buffer
P-50 UNI BUFFER – buffer for printing without alcohol
P-51 UNI PLUS BUFFER – concentrate buffer
P-55 EKO BUFFER – buffer for printing with reduced quantity of alcohol
P-55R EKO BUFFER-R – buffer for web offset printing with less alcohol
P-56 ALCOHOL BUFFER – buffer for using alcohol fountain solution
Chemicals contain ingredients which prevent algae and fungi growing in the fountain solution and dampening
systems and do not cause corrosion.

P-43 Prepared Isopropyl Alcohol is used in presses with alcohol dampening. Around 20% of P-43 can be
added, depending on the printing conditions.

P-41 SUPER BUFFER is used for all types of offset plates. It is based on isopropyl alcohol and has to be diluted
with water (1 l of P-41 per 10 l of water). The pH value of fountain solution is between 5 and 5.5. Applying such

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solution provides a constant balance between water and ink in a wide range, proper harmony and better imprint
contrast.
Adding P-50 UNI BUFFER depends upon the desired pH and initial hardness of water. Depending on the system
of dampening, our recommendation is to add from 1 to 3%, thus reaching the dampening water pH from 4.7 to
5.5. Start with lower additive, and gradually increase till you reach optimum print quality.
If requirement and printing conditions entail adding isopropyl alcohol (IPA), its concentration must be pre-
determined with a test. Initial quantity must be not less than 3% of P-43 Prepared isopropyl alcohol.
Buffer ingredients prevent formation of algae, corrosion of printing machine components and buildup of lime.

P-51 UNI PLUS BUFFER Concentrate for sheet fed and web offset printing. Add P-51 into water 2 – 3% and up
to 10% of isopropyl alcohol. It is used for conventional and UV inks. P-51 prevents formation of calcium deposits
and algae in dampening system as well as corrosion of dampening system.
P-55 EKO BUFFER is buffer for printing with reduced quantity of alcohol. It is buffer for sheet fed and web offset
printing. P-55 stabilizes pH value of damping solution, buffer ingredients prevent formation of algae, prevent
corrosion of printing machine components and buildup of lime.
Our recommendation is to add from 2 to 4 % of P-55. The quantity depends on the quality of water. The
recommendable dosage of P-43 Prepared Isopropyl Alcohol is from 8 to 10 %.

The influence of water hardnes on the pH value of

fountain solution

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5,5
pH value of fountain solution

5,4

5,3
P-55 2% by volume
5,2 P-55 3% by volume
P-55 4%by volume
5,1

4,9

4,8
7 14 21
water hardness °dH

Table: pH Value and electrical conductivity of the solution depending on the water quality

Tap water Tap water

Conductivity 744µ
µS/cm Conductivity 449µ
µS/cm
o
Hardness 21 dH Hardness 14odH

P-43 without 10% without 10%

IPA44
Conc. P-
55 66 pH Conductivity pH Conductivity pH Conductivity pH Conductivity

2% 5,48 1063 5,62 755 5,22 992 5,33 709

3% 5,26 1474 5,37 1056 5,06 1391 5,16 1003

4% 5,14 1831 5,25 1311 5,00 1737 5,08 1268

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Deionised water + P-58 Tap water

Conductivity 260µ
µS/cm Conductivity 260µ
µS/cm

Hardness 7 dHo Hardness 7odH

P-43 without 10% without 10%

IPA44
Conc. P-
55 66 pH Conductivity pH Conductivity pH Conductivity pH Conductivity

2% 4,90 973 4,97 698 5,10 923 5,20 680

3% 4,89 1358 4,95 983 4,96 1354 5,08 978

4% 4,87 1719 4,94 1258 4,92 1588 5,02 1202

P-55R EKO BUFFER-R For sheet fed and web offset printing
It is a universal additive used for fountain preparation. It can be used in web (P-55R) and sheet (P-55) offset
printing. To prepare the solution, around 1 to 3% of P-55 is added, depending on a suitable pH and water
hardness.
In alcohol dampening printing presses it reduces demand for alcohol by more than 50%.
Compared to other traditional buffers it is safe for people because it contains low percentage of vaporized organic
elements, it is environmentally friendly, safe and biodegradable.
It is also anti-corrosive thus preventing the corrosion of plates and metal cylinders in the printing press. It also
contains the inhibitor which prevents algae and fungi growing in the dampening system.

P-56 ALCOHOL BUFFER is used in alcohol dampening printing presses for all types of offset plates. It is applied
together with P-43 Prepared Isopropyl Alcohol. Usually dosing is performed automatically, at the beginning
solution is prepared manually. Taking into consideration the water hardness 10 to 20% of P-43 and 2 to 3% of P-
56 is added to water.

ANTITONING CHEMICALS
They are used for additional hydrophylization of non-printing elements on the offset printing plates and to prevent
toning during printing.
P-15 PLATE ETC – for preventing and elimination of toning during printing
P-72 ANTITON-P – for neutralization of developer remains from the plate and
to prevent toning

P-15 PLATE ETCH is used for preventing plate toning in the machine.
P-15 can be diluted with water in the ratio 1:1. During application, the printing elements have to be coated with
printing ink otherwise plate blinding can occur.
Instruction for use: Coat the plate in the machine with a thin layer of the P-15, rinse with water after a minute and
proceed with printing.
P-72 ANTITON-P is used to neutralize the remaining alkaline developer after the developing is done. It also acts
preventively towards the occurrence of toning during printing.
Instruction for use: Pour P-72 over the plate, let it work for half or one minute and rinse the plate well with water.
Too long action may cause plate blinding.

CLEANERS

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When using cleaners, special attention has to be paid to rubber rollers and offset blankets of the printing press.
Cleaning with improper agents can cause changes in their flexibility and on their surface. Special gloss caused by
certain chemicals, like solutions for gumming, wetting and ink residues may cause weaker distribution and
transfer, or even rubber cracking.
In addition to regular everyday cleaning, a thorough deep cleaning of rollers has to be done occasionally to open
the pores and to remove the remaining ink. This makes the surface smooth and flexible again, providing high
quality print.
Regular cleaning can prolong the life of rollers and rubbers. Stoppages during printing caused due to the change
of the printing ink, especially when changing from dark to light tones, are much shorter, which also reduces the
cost of printing and improves the quality.

P-21 WASH - for ink rollers and blankets

P-23 WASH AII – for ink rollers and blankets and printing plates
P-24 WASH AIII – for ink rollers and blankets and printing plates
P-25 UV CLEANER-UV – ink cleaner
P-26 ULTRA WASH AIII – universal cleaner for UV, hybrid and conventional inks
P-202 WASH-VV – dampening rollers wash

P-21 WASH is universal cleaner for cleaning ink rollers and rubber gums. Pour P-21 over the ink rollers. When ink
softens, set the wiper to remove it while the rollers are rotating. Repeat the procedure until the rollers are totally
clean.
When cleaning rubber blankets, apply the solution with a soft cloth across the entire surface and wipe it off with a
clean cloth after some time. P-21 is also suitable for automatic processor cleaning of rubber blankets.

P-23 WASH AII is highly effective with great capability of dissolving ink. Cleaner can be mixed with water or it can
be used by itself. When mixed with water the stable solution is formed, which quickly removes ink gum glaze,
paper fibers and other impurities – we recommend 30% of water. P-23 is very economical, fast drying cleaner; it
has a flash point above 43 ° C (AII group). P-23 contains corrosive inhibitors, which prevents the corrosion of
metal parts of the printing presses.

P-24 WASH AIII is cleaner with high power of cleaning. It is suitable for automatic washing systems and for
manual cleaning. It is the answer for demands of all modern printing machines. P-24 has lower point of
inflammability. It belong to AIII group (flash point above 58° C), therefore it gives safer working conditions and
does not have any special strict demands for storage and transport.
P-24 does not have unpleasant odor. It can be used as itself or it can be mixed with water (recommended 30% of
water). Mixing with water it forms white stable emulsion, which has very effective cleaning properties: it cleans
rubbers, plates and rollers. At the same time it cleans ink, paper fibers and other impurities. P-24 contains
corrosive inhibitors, which prevents the corrosion of metal parts of the printing presses.
Cleaning the printing plates
P-23 or P-24 pour on the soft sponge and wash the plate. After that rinse the plate with water and dry it with wet
clean sponge. P-23 and P-24 do not grease and do not injure the printing elements. For cleaning the plates the
emulsion can be used, which is made by adding 30% of water to P-23 or P-24.
Cleaning the ink rollers
For cleaning ink rollers we recommend using P-23 or P-24 without adding any water. The cleaning should be
done on ink rollers while running. Pour P-23 or P-24 on the ink rollers. When ink softens, set the wiper to remove
it while the rollers are rotating. Repeat the procedure (if needed) until the rollers are totally clean. At the end the
rollers sprinkle with water in order to eliminate paper fibers, and then dry the rollers. For best results we
recommend adding up to 20% of water into cleaner.
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In case of dampening rollers with coating we recommend using undiluted cleaners P-23 or P-24. Manual cleaning
of dampening rollers should be done in a suitable sink, pour the cleaner over the rollers, then brush the rollers
and after that rinse with water.
P-23 and P-24 can also be used for automatic cleaning system on classic dampening rollers. In case of modern
dampening systems cleaning is performed in the printing machine together with ink rollers.
Manual cleaning is performed by wiping the rollers with the cloth or sponge soaked with cleaner. At the end of the
cleaning wipe the rollers with clean wetted cloth. For cleaning rubber dampening rollers cleaning emulsion can be
used (adding up to 20% of water).
Cleaning the gum rubber
Pour P-23 or P-24 on the cloth or sponge and apply on rubber, afterwards remove the cleaner with wetted clean
cloth. We recommend using the emulsion made with up to 30% of water, therefore we avoid preliminary cleaning
with water. After the cleaning the rubber should not be sticky.

P-25 UV CLEANER is environmentally and user friendly cleaner of UV-inks. It is the universal cleaner for cleaning
ink rollers and damping rollers, printing rubber and plates in the UV-ink printing process.
Due to its ability of mixing with water, the cleaner is suitable both for automatic and manual cleaning.
In case of manual cleaning, pour the cleaner over ink rollers during their rotation, leave the ink to dissolve, set the
wiper and remove the cleaner along with dissolved ink. Finally rinse the rollers with water to remove paper dust,
and to speed up the drying process on roller surface.
Ink from the surface of a plate is removed with a sponge, soaked in cleaner. Finally wipe the plate with clean wet
sponge. The cleaner is suitable only for baked plates, because it will dissolve any non-baked printing elements.
Printing rubber is cleaned by the same procedure.
Traditional humidifiers are cleaned by pouring the cleaner over them, brushing thoroughly and rinsing well with
water. Rubber humidifier rollers are first wiped with the cleaner, and then with clean water.

P-26 ULTRA WASH AIII is new universal cleaner with great power of cleaning. It is suitable for removing the UV,
hybrid and conventional inks off the ink rollers and rubber gums. Cleaner is suitable for different kinds of systems
for automatic cleaning. P-26 can be used undiluted or it can be diluted with water up to 30%. P-26 has lower point
of inflammability, flash point is above 55° C (AIII group), has mild odour, therefore gives better working condition
and is environmentally friendly.
Automatic cleaning
Pour the undiluted cleaner P-26 in one reservoir. In the second reservoir is water. Alternate the water and the
cleaner are sprinkling on the rollers, and than all together with dissolved ink and other impurities is draining off the
rollers.
Manual cleaning
We recommend cleaning with undiluted P-26 or with prepared water emulsion. Emulsion is made by adding water
(up to 30%) into P-26 and mix up well.
For cleaning ink rollers we recommend usage of undiluted P-26. While printing machine is running pour P-26 on
the rollers, leave it on, to dissolves and softens the ink, set the wiper to remove all impurities off the rollers.
Repeat the procedure, if necessary. At the end cleaning sprinkle the water on the rollers, in order to remove the
paper fibres and all impurities, and then dry.
For cleaning rubber gums we recommend to clean it with soaked sponge with P-26. Afterwards the rubber gum
should be wiped with wetted sponge.
P-202 WASH-VV can be used for manual and automatic cleaners of dampening rollers in the offset presses.
Manual cleaning has to be done in a suitable sink. First wet the rollers, then rinse them with water and then pour
over P-202 brush the rollers in the course of fiber and after cleaning rinse the rollers with water and let them drain.
For automatic cleaning dilute P-202 with water in the ratio 1:1, then fill the machine up to the screw roller level.
Plug the outlet and let the machine run for some time. The solution can be used for several washes. Another way
of doing automatic washing is to leave the drain outlet unplugged. Wash the rollers with P-202 and leave them to
soak for some time. In both cases rinse the rollers well with water and let them drain.

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SPECIAL CLEANERS
P-209 WASH for damping systems
P-211 ACTIVATOR – cleaner for conventional offset printing plates
P-212 CTP CLEANER – cleaner for thermal offset printing plates
P-17 CLEANER – Dried-up Ink Remover
P-162 SCREEN INKS CLEANER – cleaner for print-screen inks
P-60 REMOVER – calcium deposits remover from blankets
P-60G REMOVER GEL calcium deposits remover – gel

P-209 WASH for damping systems can be used concentrated or diluted with water in the ratio 1:1, which
depends on how badly the dampening system in the machine is soiled. It removes dirt, ink residue, paper dust
and fountain solution deposits.
It is recommended that P-209 circulates in the system at least 3-5 hours. After that the system has to be washed
thoroughly with water.
P-209 is non-aggressive to steel and plastic tubes. It must not get in touch with skin and eyes. The solution is
alkaline, therefore use protective gloves and goggles. If by accident it comes in touch with exposed skin, rinse it
thoroughly with running water.

P-211 ACTIVATOR is cleaning emulsion and activator for aluminum offset plates. Removes printing ink, dried ink
and cleans the plate mechanically (oxidation marks) Recommended for standard offset plates.
Plates are cleaned in a sink, on a flat surface or in the printing machine. The agent is poured over the plate and
evenly dispensed with a sponge across the entire surface. If necessary, the plate can be rubbed gently with a
sponge dipped in P-211. The plate is then rinsed with running water, or cleaned with a wet sponge. The cleaned
plate can now be gummed and put back into the press, or archived.

P-212 CTP CLEANER is used for cleaning CTP plates. It cleans ink very well and does not damage printing form.
It is free from any abrasive substances. CTP cleaner is applied to the plate with soft sponge. The CTP cleaner
may also be used for cleaning of conventional plates.

P-17 CLEANER is used to remove dried-up ink from the letterpress printing form and from metal press parts.
Since this medium is aggressive, it cannot be used for washing offset plates, rollers of synthetic materials,
gummed and photo-polymerized materials.

P-162 PRINT SCREEN CLEANER is efficient cleaner for removing print-screen inks. Cleaner P-162 apply to
mesh, clean the ink with the sponge, then wash with water or with solution made out of water and detergent.

P-60 REMOVER – calcium deposits remover from blankets is water based effective cleaner for removing
insoluble calcium and other mineral deposits on printing rollers and blankets.

P-60G REMOVER GEL is a gel used for the same purpose as the liquid P-60. It is a waterbased gel, which
efficiently remove calcium and other mineral deposits on printing rollers and blankets.

CORRECTING MEDIUMS
Correcting mediums are used for removing redundant printing elements from printing plate.
P-73 CORRECTOR – corrector gel
P-73/1 CORRECTOR – corrector pencil

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P-73 CORRECTOR and P-73/1 CORRECTOR is used for correcting positive working offset plates coated with
diazo-type coating. It comes in a form of gel (P-73) or as corrective pencil (P-73/1). Gel is applied to the plate with
a brush. After one minute, rinse the plate with water or wipe the corrected spot with a sponge.
When applying and washing, be careful not to spread the correcting medium to other parts of the plate. Since
both mediums dry up fast, replace the cap immediately after use.

CHEMICALS FOR CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF OFFSET RUBBER BLANKET

This set of chemicals is used for maintenance, regeneration and to prolong running durability of offset blankets.
P-104 GEL – for regeneration of damaged areas on rubber blanket
P-204 GUMI-REG – blanker regenerator
Regeneration gel for damages on printing rubber
P-104 GEL is used for repair of minor damages of printing rubber. Using a brush from natural fibers, gel is applied
to the damaged indented spots of the rubber and left for 10 minutes, until the rubber on damaged spots swells.
After that the P-104 Gel is removed with water.

P-204 GUMI-REG is rubber blanket regenerator. It is used for repairing of small mechanicals faults on rubber
blankets. Regenerator causes rubber swelling therefore it is only applied to the damaged rubber.

OTHER CHEMICALS
P-57 SPO Anti-Peeling Agent – additive to fountain solution to prevent paper dust
depositing on blanket
P-58 WATER STABILIZER – for achieving adequate water hardness
P-77/1 ANTI FOAMING AGENT – anti-foaming additive to fountain and cleaning solution
P-501 Light Sensitive Coating – light sensitive chemical for preparation of printed circuit

P-57 SPO is used as an additive to the fountain solution. Its use reduces paper and dust deposits on the printing
blankets and at the same time prevents transfer of paper scraps to the inking system.
Fewer blanket washes when using P-57 reduce printing time and provide longer plate resistance. The agent has
proved especially efficient in printing on web offset and for the printing of package wrappers.
It does not react with fountain solution components and has no effect on pH value. Add 2 to 6 % of P-57 to the
water.

P-58 WATER STABILIZER is used for the preparation of damping water from very soft, softened, deionised or
distilled water. Water stabilizer helps to obtain suitable water harness for printing. The most appropriate water for
printing should have around 9º dH (German water hardness degrees), or the conductivity of 270µS/cm.. The
addition of P-58 depends upon the original water hardness and is indicated in the relevant chart.
P-58 is especially recommended for printers, which have the equipment for pre-treatment of water (deionization
colons, water treatment on the osmosis principle, etc.)

Preparation of damping water Recommended addition of Damping water with addition

from: P-58 of P-58

- deionised water The appropriate water hardness

500ml addition /100 l of water
- distilled water and conductivity

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- very soft water The appropriate water hardness

300 ml addition / 100 l of water
- softened water and conductivity

Preparation of damping water

P-77/1 ANTI FOAMING AGENT is added to the developer in automatic plate processor. It reduces foam forming
of partly used developer during pumping. Add P-77/1 to the developer several times in small doses. The dosage
depends on the amount of used-up developer.
P-77/1 ANTI FOAMING AGENT also serves as a universal additive to prevent foaming of fountain solution and
cleaning solution foaming. The perfect effect is achieved by adding small quantities of P-77/1 (up to 0.1%).

P-501 LIGHT SENSITIVE COATING is photosensitive positive copying layer suitable for making printed circuit.
On copper plate apply even layer of P-501, then leave to dry. Plate with layer expose to UV light (using film). After
exposure the plate should be developed with developer P-75 or P-76. After developing phase wash the plate with
water.

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