Printing process

Litho and screen

Screen ruling

133-150lpi. However, fine rulings may be used with careful ink control, including the use of under colour removal. Stochastic screenings may also be used

Printing inks

Litho - Conventional positive drying inks. Avoid press stable inks when further machine passes or processings are required. <br>Screen - UV and conventional screen in conjunction with drying ovens

Embossing

Yes, blind embossing. The corners of the die should be rounded off to avoid creases

Varnishing

Screen UV only. Ensure the sheet is sealed with an acrylic or glycol sealer beforehand. Lay a matt UV varnish just to seal the surface and then use gloss UV varnish to get the desired effect. Repeat varnishings may be required to achieve high gloss results

Sealing

Recommended when heavy ink coverage is required, if press-stable inks have been used (not recommended) or to avoid marking during further processing and handling. Pre-testing recommended to ascertain level of quality

Hot foil blocking

Yes, however the textured surface may lead to qulaity problems with intricate designs. In such cases, de-boss the image area prior to foil blocking

Film laminating

Yes, although some 'silvering' may occur. Increase laminating pressure and apply excess adhesive to help reduce silvering

Creasing

To guarantee good folding results, pre-creasing is recommended. As a mould-made paper, Arches does not have a noticeable grain direction and effective creasing can be done in either direction. A creasing rule and matrix system should also be used. Always fold into the bead.

Binding & gluing

It is possible to bond Touch Arches sheets to themselves (duplexing) and to other materials using hot melt or acrylic type adhesives. When using spiral and comb type bindings, ensure that cutters are kept sharp. Rounded holes perform best. Touch Arches can be saddle-stitched, section sewn or perfect bound

Laser guaranteed

Not guaranteed, however acceptable results can be obtained on some inkjet papers, and on some laser printers on paper weights only. A trial is therefore recommended. Not suitable for pre-printing, varnishings or sealing prior to laser/inkjet applications

• Produced at a mill that is certified with the ISO14001 environmental management standard

The Robert Horne Group is committed to the responsible purchasing of paper products. This commitment will be realised through a stepwise approach to responsible purchasing that utilises the best available techniques and information. Robert Horne requires its suppliers to abide by all local, state and national laws and international conventions. For further information and full Responsible Paper Purchasing Policy, visit:http://www.roberthorne.co.uk/environment

Printing process

Litho and screen

Screen ruling

133-150lpi. However, fine rulings may be used with careful ink control, including the use of under colour removal. Stochastic screenings may also be used

Printing inks

Litho - Conventional positive drying inks. Avoid press stable inks when further machine passes or processings are required. <br>Screen - UV and conventional screen in conjunction with drying ovens

Embossing

Yes, blind embossing. The corners of the die should be rounded off to avoid creases

Varnishing

Screen UV only. Ensure the sheet is sealed with an acrylic or glycol sealer beforehand. Lay a matt UV varnish just to seal the surface and then use gloss UV varnish to get the desired effect. Repeat varnishings may be required to achieve high gloss results

Sealing

Recommended when heavy ink coverage is required, if press-stable inks have been used (not recommended) or to avoid marking during further processing and handling. Pre-testing recommended to ascertain level of quality

Hot foil blocking

Yes, however the textured surface may lead to qulaity problems with intricate designs. In such cases, de-boss the image area prior to foil blocking

Film laminating

Yes, although some 'silvering' may occur. Increase laminating pressure and apply excess adhesive to help reduce silvering

Creasing

To guarantee good folding results, pre-creasing is recommended. As a mould-made paper, Arches does not have a noticeable grain direction and effective creasing can be done in either direction. A creasing rule and matrix system should also be used. Always fold into the bead.

Binding & gluing

It is possible to bond Touch Arches Velour sheets to themselves (duplexing) and to other materials using hot melt or acrylic type adhesives. When using spiral and comb type bindings, ensure that cutters are kept sharp. Rounded holes perform best. Touch Arches Velour can be saddle-stitched, section sewn or perfect bound

Laser guaranteed

Not guaranteed, however acceptable results can be obtained on some inkjet papers, and on some laser printers on paper weights only. A trial is therefore recommended. Not suitable for pre-printing, varnishings or sealing prior to laser/inkjet applications

• Produced at a mill that is certified with the ISO14001 environmental management standard

The Robert Horne Group is committed to the responsible purchasing of paper products. This commitment will be realised through a stepwise approach to responsible purchasing that utilises the best available techniques and information. Robert Horne requires its suppliers to abide by all local, state and national laws and international conventions. For further information and full Responsible Paper Purchasing Policy, visit:http://www.roberthorne.co.uk/environment