Breit Technologies has designed equipment to ensure proper and consistent results while maximizing the reuse of the film. However, in many cases a standard Cold Foil set-up is a good starting point for testing and sample runs. 

Two areas of concern with most Cold Foil set-ups: first, the rewind is generally designed as a waste product rewind and, second, the wet lamination generally travels too far before being cured. The distance from lamination to UV cure can create inconsistencies in the effect, and the issue with the rewind can prevent you from achieving 10 to 12 reuses of the Cast and Cure™ film. 

We have seen very good visual results with Cold Foil set-ups, generally only falling short in the consistency and ability to reuse the Cast and Cure™ film.  Please keep in mind, your true cost to produce holographic effects can be as low as 3-cents per MSI if you achieve 12 reuses of the Cast and Cure™ film.  Therefore, attention to this goal should be a priority.

Suggested preparation:
 
Cast and Cure™ Film:
Select a Holographic or special effect pattern from Breit Technologies film sample book or from the C2 Films menu above, then Cast and Cure Film Samples.

There are two options for ordering material:
A predetermined sample roll of approximately 2000’ by 6” to 13” wide is available for purchase through our off-cut sample roll program.
Or, select a specific pattern and specific web width. Rolls are 8,200’ in length and can be slit at a minimum 6” wide to a max 20” wide. This option has a cost per MSI.
 
UV Coating:
Select a Cast and Cure™ UV coating from our recommended supplier list. Call or contact us for the list.

Anilox selection:
Anilox rolls in the range of 200/6bcm to 7bcm will provide the best results for spot applications. When running a full flood coat of Cast and Cure™, a heavier deposit (8 to 10bcm) of coating is recommended to achieve the best effects. In general, an anilox in the 6 to 7bcm range applies the most coating while maintaining proper edge definition for spot applications.

Cast and Cure™ Web Tension:
The general rule regarding the Cast and Cure™ application is to minimize web tension at the unwind and rewind.  Start with the lowest setting that allows the rewind to keep pace with the press. If the web wrinkles on the rewind core, it’s recommended to start over with a softer tension.  Once the rewind has about 50 to 100’ on the core, you might need to increase the tension to ensure the roll does not scope later.
 
We can provide a programmed rewind that will ensure perfect rolls with almost no operator input. Call u – we can answer your questions and get you started on the right path.