Did you know that UV curable inks and coatings are used by many commercial printers? As opposed to solvent-based inks, UV inks are more environmentally friendly because they are VOC free. UV inks are also more durable because once they are cured with UV light, they are resistant to scratching, smudging, scuffing, and rubbing. Some…
We would like to wish all of our customers a Happy Fourth of July! We hope you enjoy the long weekend of BBQ, picnics, and fireworks with your friends and family! Southern Lamps, Inc. will be closed on Monday, July 3 – Tuesday, July 4 reopening at 9am on Wednesday, July 5. If you have…
What do 23% of the The 2016 Printing Impressions 400 have in common? They have partnered with us to supply their UV or IR lamps!! Check it out here What does this mean for you? Here are some ways to take advantage of this opportunity: If you are part of a group, we may already…
Did you know that UV lamps are used in the manufacturing process of medical devices? Coronary stents, catheters, syringes, hearing aids, angioplasty, tubing, masks, and last but not least IV delivery systems are all made using UV technology. UV curing systems are ideal for assembling a variety of plastics, glass, stainless steel, rubber and joining…
Are you experiencing curing issues? Have you checked your reflectors lately? Reflectors can be responsible for 40-70% of UV light that is redirected to the substrate so it is vital that they are kept in good condition. They can show signs of wear over time like warping, dullness, etc. which could significantly affect your cure. …
Happy Easter from our family to yours! Please note: Our office will be closed on Friday, April 14th. We will be reopening on Monday, April 17th at 9:00am. If you need urgent assistance please call 352-624-3026 or email info@southernlampsinc.com We hope you have an eggcellent weekend! -Your team at Southern Lamps, Inc.
Did you know that UV lamps are commonly used in the food processing industry? UV lamps are used to disinfect surfaces and packaging without the use of chemicals. As a result, shelf life is extended, nutritional value is preserved, and health hazards like exposure to viruses, bacteria, yeast, and fungi are reduced. UV light exposure…
In industries using mercury, it is common to have mercury spill accidents. Exposure to mercury has harmful health effects, it can cause damage to the brain, kidney and lungs among other things. As such it is vitally important for any printing house or production line using mercury filled UV lamps, to have clean-up kits readily…
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