OMM - Coatings & Varnish

OMM offers a wide range of innovative and sustainable coating solutions for various printing applications, including water-based, UV, and barrier varnishes.

Water-Based Coatings

Applications:

Suitable for paper, board, plastic, and other substrates.

Features:

High block and rub resistance.
Food contact safe.
Antibacterial and antiviral properties.
Heat sealable and suitable for non-absorbent substrates.
Gloss levels ranging from <20° to >70°.
Fast drying for efficient production.
Special Coatings:
Silver Pearl / Golden Pearl: Adds a metallic finish to prints.

Barrier Coatings:

Protect against fats, oils, and water.

UV Coatings

Applications:

Offset, flexo, digital, and screen printing.

Features:

Non-yellowing, low odor, and VOC-free.
High gloss options (<15° to >90°).
Improved adhesion to films (PE, PP, BOPP) and metalized substrates.
High rub resistance for durable prints.
Suitable for food packaging (indirect contact).

Water-Based Barrier Varnishes

OMM’s barrier varnishes are designed to provide functional properties for food-safe and durable packaging.

Applications:

Paper cups (hot and cold).
Lunch boxes.
Frozen food packaging.
Candy wrappers and burger food wraps.

Features:

Heat sealable.
Protects against water, water vapor, oil, grease, and alkaline substances.
High rub resistance for long-lasting prints.
Food contact compliance.
Low MVTR (Moisture Vapor Transmission Rate) to keep food fresh.

UV Primers

Applications:

Offset, flexo, and digital printing.

Features:

Improves adhesion of UV inks and coatings to films (PE, PP, BOPP) and metalized substrates.
High rub resistance for durable prints.
Suitable for hot stamping and gluing applications.

Specialty Coatings

OMM also offers a range of specialty coatings tailored to specific needs:

Antibacterial and Antiviral Coatings:

Ideal for food-safe and hygienic packaging.

Heat Sealable Coatings:

Ensures strong adhesion for packaging applications.

Adhesion Promoters:

Enhances printability on difficult substrates like PE, PP, and synthetic materials.