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  • The Importance of Light Shielding in UV Curing

    Part 2 in Miltec UV’s Maintaining UV System Performance Blog Series The primary purpose of light shielding in UV curing is to ensure operator safety from any direct UV stray light exposure. Good light shielding materials in and around the UV lamp housing will protect the lamp module components and the production machine it mounts.…

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  • UV Reflector Performance

    Part 3 in Miltec UV’s Maintaining UV System Performance Blog Series UV curing reflectors typically have a semi-elliptical or parabolic geometry that wraps around the upper half and runs the entire length of the UV bulb. These lamp reflectors are an essential part of the UV system because they are responsible for reflecting about 65%…

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  • UV Ballast & Bulb Maintenance

    Part 4 in Miltec UV’s Maintaining UV System Performance Blog Series Routine lamp maintenance is important to maintaining a healthy UV curing system. It is important to try to keep lamps as clean as possible to ensure consistent UV output and prolong their useful life. Most UV lamps operate in industrial environments that are typically…

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  • UV Curing FAQ

    UV Curing FAQs

    UV curing is a process in which ultraviolet (UV) light is used to cure or dry coatings, inks, adhesives, and other materials. The UV light triggers a chemical reaction that causes the material to harden or cure, resulting in a durable and long-lasting finish. For more details, enjoy our blog Understanding Ultraviolet Light & UV…

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  • 5 Tips to Ensure Warehouse Safety

    Maintaining a safe manufacturing facility is essential to a company’s success. People in your company need to feel safe while they are at work, and they must go home in the same condition in which they arrived. Implementing the right safety measures can help your company avoid accidents and shutdowns when mishaps occur, keeping your…

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  • UV Chemistry: Your Formula for a Successful Cure

    Miltec’s reputation for creating quality UV curing systems, parts, and components is a direct reflection of the innovations that come from our on-site Applications Testing Laboratory.

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  • Ultraviolet UV Curing Lamps

    Understanding Ultraviolet Light

    Ultraviolet light (UV) is a type of radiant energy that appears on the electromagnetic (EM) spectrum between visible light and x-rays. It has a shorter wavelength than visible light but higher energy (or frequency). The EM spectrum has seven regions based on wavelength and frequency/energy. UV Light from the Sun vs Man-made Sunlight contains only…

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  • Cybersecurity

    Cybersecurity in the Manufacturing Workplace

    As a 2022 National Cybersecurity Alliance Champion, we take the security of our business seriously. And since it’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month we’re happy to share a few tips that manufacturers of all sizes can take to better protect themselves against cyberattacks. Identify “Crown Jewels” of Your Business Understanding what information cybercriminals are after most is…

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  • What is UV curing?

    How does UV curing work?

    Answering your UV curing questions UV curing is a technology that has revolutionized the way we think about adhesive and coating applications. It is a process that involves using ultraviolet (UV) light to initiate a chemical reaction, which causes a liquid or semi-solid material to transform into a solid state. This process is widely used…

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