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UV Curing Technology Helps Transform the Manufacturing of EV Batteries

Offering reduced process times, higher throughput, lower rejection rates, and environment-friendly benefits, UV curing systems are helping to revolutionize lithium-ion battery manufacturing.

Roy Kaiser

September 15, 2022

Electric vehicles (EV) and lithium-ion batteries are transforming transportation and energy storage sectors with higher efficiencies, zero emissions, reduced noise pollution, and low operating costs.

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EPA Approves ASTM Test Method for UV/EB Thin Films

September 13, 2022

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved of the use of ASTM D-7767-11 (Standard Test Method to Measure Volatiles from Radiation Curable Acrylate Monomers, Oligomers, and Blends and Thin Coatings Made from Them), the test method developed by RadTech members for UV/EB thin films.

RadTech Announces BIG IDEAS for UV+EB Technology 2023

September 1, 2022

This event focuses on the BIG IDEAS in the global space for UV+EB technology and will include 3D printing, additive manufacturing, UV LED, printing, automotive, data-driven materials, and more.

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AMERICAN ULTRAVIOLET: Mini UV LED Curing Conveyor

June 9, 2022

American Ultraviolet has introduced a new mini UV LED conveyor system that is reportedly ideal for curing inks, coatings, and adhesives, including heat-sensitive films.

Previewing RadTech UV+EB 2022

Attendees of RadTech UV+EB 2022 can expect over 100 informative presentations, multiple educational opportunities, and a comprehensive exhibition showcasing the latest in ultraviolet- and electron beam-related technologies.

May 3, 2022

RadTech will hold its RadTech UV+EB 2022 conference and exhibition May 9-12, 2022, at the Hyatt Regency Orlando in Orlando, Fla.

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EXCELITAS TECHNOLOGIES CORP.: Next-Generation Spot UV Curing System

The system features proprietary OmniCure closed-loop feedback control technology, which automatically monitors and maintains the optical output for a repeatable curing process.

November 30, 2021

Excelitas Technologies^® Corp. recently launched its next-generation spot UV curing system, the OmniCure^® S2000 Elite.

Excelitas to Highlight Curing Systems for Medical Device Manufacturers at MD&M Minneapolis

MD&M Minneapolis will take place November 3-4 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

November 3, 2021

Excelitas Technologies^® Corp. recently announced that it will showcase its offering of OmniCure^® LED UV curing systems for medical device manufacturers at MD&M Minneapolis.

Understanding and Measuring UV LEDs

It is important to consider the variables associated with the LED source and proper measurement tools in order to understand, maintain, and control the adhesive curing process.

Jim Raymont

October 6, 2021

UV LEDs with peak spectral outputs of 365, 385, 395, or 405 nanometers (nm) are increasingly being used to cure adhesives formulated to work with LEDs. The impact of spectral differences should be evaluated based on the adhesive, photoinitiator package, and desired cure properties.

The Importance of Uniform Light Delivery from UV Curing Systems

Beyond peak intensity and curing area, differences in uniformity can impact the delivered UV light dose and change the optimal setup for flood-curing systems.

Jason Tomei

September 13, 2021

When selecting a UV flood-curing system, it is relatively easy to compare the advertised curing area and the peak intensity of the different systems and assume that higher values mean higher light delivery.