The Use of Dust-Free Printing Paper

The paper industry has grown significantly in recent years and continues to expand its products and capabilities. From graphic paper to packaging and hygiene products, this industry has a lot to offer to customers around the world. However, the paper industry is also responsible for a significant amount of combustible dust that can pose a risk to facilities and employees. This type of dust is a fire and explosion hazard that can cause serious injury, property damage, or even death.

This is especially true of fine dust printers that emit particles ranging from microns to micrometers. These particles are particularly harmful to people who work closely with them and in the proximity of the printer for long periods of time.

One solution to this issue is the use of anti-static printing papers that have been impregnated with special chemicals that suppress the generation of lint. These papers are designed to be used inside clean rooms in the precision-instrument, semiconductor, and pharmaceutical industries.

Those who work in these environments often have very sensitive skin and eyes and are therefore highly at risk of the fine dust produced by these printers. The dust from these printers can penetrate the pores of the skin and cause a number of health issues, including chronic coughing and wheezing, respiratory illnesses, and chest tightness.

Inkjet printers do not generate fine dust and are much safer for workers. Inkjet printers are much cheaper to buy and maintain than fine dust printers and are a very effective way of reducing the risk of these health problems.

The use of a dust-free paper during the printing process is essential to maintaining high image quality and productivity. In addition, it is a key step in preventing hickeys and donuts on the print surface, and ensuring that the press is free of debris during frequent substrate changes and long print runs.

Some of the benefits to using a paper that is dust-free include: Reduced transfer of paper fibers/fillers into the damping system, resulting in stable press chemistry and less cleaning and waste handling.