Description
bfs Product Code: CHBGWM
A FOGRA approved blanket and roller wash formulated without aromatic solvents for highly effective cleaning of conventional inks and varnishes primarily in sheetfed offset printing applications, but also suitable for many forms of web offset applications.
Properties
- Corrosion Inhibited for improved press protection
- Water miscible to enable cleaning gums, paper lint and water soluble deposits in one step
- Flashpoint >61°C (AIII category non-flammable solvent)
- Medium evaporating for a combination of deep cleaning without leaving greasy residues
- Suitable for most conventional roller qualities
- Suitable for use on most positive plates – Always test suitability due to the variations in plate sensitivity from one to another
- VOC ~800grams/litre (100%)
Method of Use
Can be used both automatically and manually.
For automatic settings consult the manufacturer’s guidelines and set the washing device to optimise the cleaning cycle.
For manual use it can be pre-diluted with water at any given ratio depending on the customer’s preferences. A higher ratio of solvent which naturally improve cleaning power and vice versa. Apply to a lint free cloth or sponge and wipe over the affected area. Finish by wiping with water using a separate cloth and allow to dry before restarting.
Suitable for most modern day machines including manufacturers such as Heidelberg, KBA, Man Roland, Ryobi, Komori and Mitsubishi presses.
Storage and Shelf Life
Store solvents safely within the printing environment to allow them to acclimatise to pressroom conditions – working temperatures will affect evaporation speed of solvents and hence can influence their effectiveness. Consult own company risk assessment and fire risk assessment for guidance on suitable storage containers depending on properties of the chemical.
If left unopened and kept in the correct conditions this product has a recommended shelf life of 12 months.
Health and Safety
This product is categorized with the following hazardous associations:
GHS08: Health hazard
Always wear suitable safety equipment when handling pressroom chemicals. Will not give rise to significant hazard provided good standards of industrial practice are maintained. Consult MSDS for further information.
