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UV Printing

At Petersen Brothers Plastics, we provide top-quality UV printing services for virtually any flat, rigid material, including plastics, and metals.

Our process prioritizes precision and quality while maintaining some of the fastest lead times in the industry. No matter the size or scope of your project, we’re committed to turning your vision into reality with customized solutions tailored to your specific needs.

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Applications of UV Printing

UV printing is incredibly versatile, making it suitable for a wide range of applications. Below are some of the most common uses for this innovative printing method.

White Ink & Primer: Utilizing a white ink link in addition to the standard C, M, Y, K lines allows up to print on clear materials and to also control the opacity of inks. The primer line allows superior ink adhesion across nearly all media.
2.5 D Printing: Our UV Printing capabilities go beyond traditional printing. Utilizing grayscale image data to customize and layer ink we are able to create textured and raised images to produce amazing unique products.
ADA: Implementing the 2.5 D printing process we are able to print ADA compliant raised characters in any printed color or gradient.
Promotional Products: Businesses use UV printing to create custom promotional products, such as branded pens, water bottles, keychains, and more.
Signage: Perfect for producing wayfinding signage, logos, retail displays, and trade show graphics.
Custom Items: Can be applied to a wide variety of products such as cases, containers, and accessories.
Point of Purchase Displays: Used to create point-of-purchase (POP) displays that attract attention and promote products in retail environments.
Industrial Applications: Commonly used for printing on parts and components such as electronics, automotive parts, and machinery.
Personalized Gifts: Ideal for personalizing gifts like photo frames and custom artwork.

Have a specific application in mind that isn’t listed above? Contact us to discuss how we can turn your vision into reality with our tailored solutions.

What is UV Printing?

UV printing is a form of digital printing that uses UV-curable inks and ultraviolet light to instantly dry the ink on a wide range of materials. This process delivers vibrant, long-lasting prints with exceptional detail and consistency, even for repeatable designs. Ideal for applications like corporate gifts and signage, UV printing ensures high-quality results every time. Contact us to learn more about our UV printing services.

UV Printing Vs. Normal Printing

The key difference between UV printing and traditional printing lies in the ink and drying process. Traditional printing relies on solvent-based inks that are absorbed by porous materials, requiring significant drying time. In contrast, UV printing uses UV-curable ink that hardens instantly when exposed to ultraviolet light. This rapid curing process prevents smudging, allowing for sharper detail and higher precision. Unlike traditional methods, UV printing doesn’t depend on material absorption, making it compatible with a wider range of surfaces — from glass to tile — and the ideal choice for printing on almost any material.

Why Choose UV Printing?

Sustainability: Solvent based inks contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s). VOC’s are a large group of chemicals associated with many industrial fabrication processes. These chemicals have a negative impact on those exposed and the environment as a whole.
Durability: UV Prints are the most durable and water resistant print type, and can be made exterior rated with post processing techniques.
Material Versatility: UV printers can print onto a wide range of materials including: acrylic, industrial plastics, wood, glass, tiles, metals, Dibond and many others.

Why Choose Petersen Brothers Plastics?

With over 80 years of experience in the plastics industry, you can trust Petersen Brothers to deliver premium UV printing services. Our team of in-house experts deliver high quality prints on timelines you can appreciate.

High-Quality Results: We offer vibrant color reproduction and remarkable clarity on every print.
Customized Solutions: We develop custom solutions tailor made to fit your needs.
Commitment to Sustainability: Our proprietary process is designed to minimize energy consumption and VOC’s.
Fast, Reliable Service: We understand the importance of deadlines and offer quick turnaround times due to our in-house production.