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UV spray coating vs traditional varnishing: energy efficiency and eco-compatibility
Discover the advantages of UV spray coating over traditional varnishing: improved energy efficiency, sustainability, and production performance.
In the industrial surface finishing sector, the choice of coating technology has a direct impact on energy consumption, sustainability, and production efficiency. Tapematic, a pioneer in advanced coating systems, is leading the way with UV spray coating solutions that offer significant advantages over traditional varnishing methods. With the PST Line II at the core of its offering, Tapematic is redefining standards for eco-friendly, high-performance surface treatments across a range of industries including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, beverage, and automotive.
Tapematic’s PST Line II is a modular, fully automated system developed for high-quality UV spray coating and 3D sputtering. Specifically designed to handle three-dimensional plastic components, the PST Line II ensures uniform finishes on complex geometries while delivering superior energy efficiency and minimized environmental impact.
Thanks to its modular architecture, the system can be scaled to match the needs of small, medium, or large production runs. It integrates multiple process steps—including cleaning, UV coating, sputtering, and curing—within a single inline platform, reducing operational complexity and optimizing space.
One of the defining advantages of UV spray coating is its fast-curing nature. Unlike traditional thermal curing, which relies on long exposure to high temperatures, UV coating uses ultraviolet light to instantly polymerize the coating layer.
This results in:
- Significantly reduced energy consumption
- No need for high-temperature ovens
- Shorter production cycle times
- Lower carbon emissions
UV spray coating is ideal for manufacturers looking to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising on coating quality or durability.
Traditional varnishing processes typically involve solvent-based coatings and thermal drying. This method not only requires significant energy to operate curing ovens but also involves longer dwell times and higher emissions.
Key drawbacks of traditional varnishing include:
- High energy requirements due to heating
- Release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Extended curing times leading to slower production
- Increased maintenance and cleaning due to overspray
These limitations make traditional varnishing less suitable for modern, high-efficiency manufacturing environments where speed, sustainability, and precision are critical.
Tapematic’s UV spray coating technology is not only efficient but also safer for workers and the environment. The UV coatings used in the PST Line II contain fewer harmful substances and generate negligible VOC emissions.
By eliminating the need for solvents and high heat, UV spray coating contributes to:
- Improved workplace safety
- Reduced air pollution and environmental impact
- Easier compliance with global environmental regulations
This makes it particularly attractive to industries such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, where regulatory compliance and sustainability are top priorities.
To ensure adhesion and finish quality, the PST Line II incorporates an inline cleaning and pretreatment module before the UV spray application. This step removes surface contaminants and static charges, preparing components for a flawless coating.
It’s important to note that Tapematic does not utilize a cleanroom. Instead, its integrated pretreatment system creates a controlled environment that delivers equivalent results, reducing the need for external infrastructure and lowering operational costs.
For companies seeking a more compact solution, Tapematic offers the PST Line C. This system retains the same UV spray coating capabilities as the PST Line II but in a non-modular, space-saving configuration.
Despite its smaller size, the PST Line C delivers high-quality results and supports a wide range of component geometries—not just cylindrical parts. It is an excellent choice for businesses that prioritize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and eco-compatibility.
Tapematic’s UV spray coating systems are engineered to minimize overspray and ensure optimal use of materials. Automated control of spray parameters and part positioning allows for precise deposition, reducing both material waste and the need for rework.
Compared to traditional systems, Tapematic’s technology offers:
- Consistent coating thickness with minimal variation
- Lower consumption of coating materials
- Reduced downtime due to less cleaning and maintenance
- Higher yield
These efficiencies contribute to a more sustainable and economically sound production process.
Both the PST Line II and PST Line C are equipped with advanced automation features. The entire process—from part loading and cleaning to UV coating and curing—is managed through centralized control systems with real-time monitoring and diagnostics.
Benefits of automation include:
- Repeatable, high-quality results
- Traceability and data logging for compliance
- Integration with Industry 4.0 environments
- Predictive maintenance for minimized downtime
These features position Tapematic’s UV spray coating systems as ideal tools for smart manufacturing in high-demand sectors.
While Tapematic is widely known for its contributions to the cosmetic packaging industry, its UV spray coating technology is equally effective in other sectors. Pharmaceutical containers, beverage caps, and decorative automotive parts all benefit from the same precision, durability, and efficiency.
Tapematic’s ability to adapt its technology to diverse materials and component shapes allows companies across industries to implement sustainable surface finishing with confidence and consistency.
Tapematic’s approach to innovation is grounded in sustainability, precision, and productivity. By replacing traditional varnishing methods with UV spray coating, the company empowers manufacturers to embrace modern coating solutions that meet the demands of today’s consumers and regulators alike.
As energy efficiency, material optimization, and environmental responsibility become increasingly important, Tapematic remains at the forefront—delivering scalable, automated, and eco-compatible coating technologies for the future of industrial manufacturing.
PST Line II: the advanced UV spray coating platform
Tapematic’s PST Line II is a modular, fully automated system developed for high-quality UV spray coating and 3D sputtering. Specifically designed to handle three-dimensional plastic components, the PST Line II ensures uniform finishes on complex geometries while delivering superior energy efficiency and minimized environmental impact.
Thanks to its modular architecture, the system can be scaled to match the needs of small, medium, or large production runs. It integrates multiple process steps—including cleaning, UV coating, sputtering, and curing—within a single inline platform, reducing operational complexity and optimizing space.
UV spray coating: faster curing, lower energy
One of the defining advantages of UV spray coating is its fast-curing nature. Unlike traditional thermal curing, which relies on long exposure to high temperatures, UV coating uses ultraviolet light to instantly polymerize the coating layer.
This results in:
- Significantly reduced energy consumption
- No need for high-temperature ovens
- Shorter production cycle times
- Lower carbon emissions
UV spray coating is ideal for manufacturers looking to reduce their environmental footprint without compromising on coating quality or durability.
Traditional varnishing: high consumption, slow throughput
Traditional varnishing processes typically involve solvent-based coatings and thermal drying. This method not only requires significant energy to operate curing ovens but also involves longer dwell times and higher emissions.
Key drawbacks of traditional varnishing include:
- High energy requirements due to heating
- Release of volatile organic compounds (VOCs)
- Extended curing times leading to slower production
- Increased maintenance and cleaning due to overspray
These limitations make traditional varnishing less suitable for modern, high-efficiency manufacturing environments where speed, sustainability, and precision are critical.
Cleaner, safer, and more sustainable production
Tapematic’s UV spray coating technology is not only efficient but also safer for workers and the environment. The UV coatings used in the PST Line II contain fewer harmful substances and generate negligible VOC emissions.
By eliminating the need for solvents and high heat, UV spray coating contributes to:
- Improved workplace safety
- Reduced air pollution and environmental impact
- Easier compliance with global environmental regulations
This makes it particularly attractive to industries such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, where regulatory compliance and sustainability are top priorities.
Integrated pretreatment for optimal coating results
To ensure adhesion and finish quality, the PST Line II incorporates an inline cleaning and pretreatment module before the UV spray application. This step removes surface contaminants and static charges, preparing components for a flawless coating.
It’s important to note that Tapematic does not utilize a cleanroom. Instead, its integrated pretreatment system creates a controlled environment that delivers equivalent results, reducing the need for external infrastructure and lowering operational costs.
PST Line C: compact and sustainable performance
For companies seeking a more compact solution, Tapematic offers the PST Line C. This system retains the same UV spray coating capabilities as the PST Line II but in a non-modular, space-saving configuration.
Despite its smaller size, the PST Line C delivers high-quality results and supports a wide range of component geometries—not just cylindrical parts. It is an excellent choice for businesses that prioritize efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and eco-compatibility.
Reduced waste and precise material usage
Tapematic’s UV spray coating systems are engineered to minimize overspray and ensure optimal use of materials. Automated control of spray parameters and part positioning allows for precise deposition, reducing both material waste and the need for rework.
Compared to traditional systems, Tapematic’s technology offers:
- Consistent coating thickness with minimal variation
- Lower consumption of coating materials
- Reduced downtime due to less cleaning and maintenance
- Higher yield
These efficiencies contribute to a more sustainable and economically sound production process.
Automation and digital control for modern manufacturing
Both the PST Line II and PST Line C are equipped with advanced automation features. The entire process—from part loading and cleaning to UV coating and curing—is managed through centralized control systems with real-time monitoring and diagnostics.
Benefits of automation include:
- Repeatable, high-quality results
- Traceability and data logging for compliance
- Integration with Industry 4.0 environments
- Predictive maintenance for minimized downtime
These features position Tapematic’s UV spray coating systems as ideal tools for smart manufacturing in high-demand sectors.
Industry applications beyond cosmetics
While Tapematic is widely known for its contributions to the cosmetic packaging industry, its UV spray coating technology is equally effective in other sectors. Pharmaceutical containers, beverage caps, and decorative automotive parts all benefit from the same precision, durability, and efficiency.
Tapematic’s ability to adapt its technology to diverse materials and component shapes allows companies across industries to implement sustainable surface finishing with confidence and consistency.
Innovation driven by sustainability and performance
Tapematic’s approach to innovation is grounded in sustainability, precision, and productivity. By replacing traditional varnishing methods with UV spray coating, the company empowers manufacturers to embrace modern coating solutions that meet the demands of today’s consumers and regulators alike.
As energy efficiency, material optimization, and environmental responsibility become increasingly important, Tapematic remains at the forefront—delivering scalable, automated, and eco-compatible coating technologies for the future of industrial manufacturing.