Sun Chemical to introduce innovative efforts at INFOFLEX 2025

Published: 21 Apr 2025

Author: Precedence Research

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Sun Chemical is one of the famous producers of pigments and printing inks. This chemical company is all set to introduce its highly efficient and sustainable packaging skills. The latest advancement of Sun Chemical at INFOFLEX 2025 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, highlighted its ability to provide appropriate solutions to maintain flexibility in the packaging industry. The company’s theme was “Experience Transformation,” meeting its commitment towards operational performance and environmental responsibility further.

The company presented packaging coatings, innovative inks, and adhesiveness. This idea of inventing designed solutions is introduced in the concern for printers and converters supporting packaging professionals, and brand owners to achieve their goals to compete in today’s industrial challenges. Visitors will get insights into the alteration or any upgradation of products at booth #403.

Innovations

The SunVisto Aquaheat water-based flexographic ink is an award-winning, innovative solution that achieves the food safety standards of Europe, composed of 60% bio-based raw materials. To promote and deliver high-quality packaging, the innovation offers a conscious environmental alternative, considering high-frequency quality in enhancing print performance. Further, the company spotlighted the SunSpectro Solvawash FL+ solvent-based ink, a de-inkable and washable solution without using primers. 

The creative, recyclable invention of HDPE and PET gained recognition by the Association of Plastic Recyclers, Flexographic Technical Association honoured Sun Chemical’s solvent-based system and multi-purpose packaging for snack food. The compostable features reduce landfill waste, supporting sustainability in end-of-life scenarios. Additionally, the solution supporting environment, Solarwave CRCL UV LED curable ink, is in progress. The compatibility of inks with the effective system of LED and mercury vapor alters energy consumption. The ability to erase print without spilling ink makes this solution approachable and an ideal choice for the recycling process.

After aiming for sustainability, the company is also planning to feature efficient print production. Presenting SolarFlex UV, SunStrato HydroLam, SunSpactro Hydropoly, and SunLam ultra-low monomer by highlighting their effective and efficient performance.

• SolarFlex UV flexo is designed to develop speed in printing to serve low migration and low odor performance, accessing food-safe applications.
• SunStrato HydroLam is a water-based lamination ink for multiple lamination systems, including extrusion and solvent-less.
• SunSpectro Hydropoly is a water-based ink offering fast-drying coating and rub resistance.
• SunLam ultra-low monomer solvent-based and solvent-free adhesives adhere to safety regulations, promoting efficiency in the pressroom performance. The weight monitor system of Sunscreen coating offers in-line monitoring and enables real-time monitoring to improve the area of quality control and encourage balancing the ecosystem by reducing waste.

With the above-mentioned detailed, robust lineup, Sun Company is progressively leading forward with its transitional solutions, securing a productive future for the packaging industry.

Views and Statements

Director of Packaging Inks for North America at Sun Chemical, Jim Felsberg, in his statement, supported converters and printers and raised concerns for them facing several challenges. Further, the company promotes its product. Adding, brand owners often struggle to upgrade according to consumers' demand, so our innovative approach will help the brand to deliver sustainable targets and lead ahead of trends.