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UV Ballast & Bulb Maintenance

Part 4 in Miltec’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 less…
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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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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 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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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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UV Curing – Is It Right For You?

UV light curing works by activating the photopolymerization to harden dyes, inks, and adhesives onto a surface with a specific wavelength of UV light. With UV light curing systems, you must use an appropriate light source and ink or adhesive to get the best results. Let’s take a look at the history, technology, and the…
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5 Ways to Reduce Manufacturing Downtime

Downtime in the manufacturing process is one of the biggest causes of lost productivity. It delays the production process and ripples throughout the supply chain, ultimately affecting your ROI. Here are five ways to minimize manufacturing downtime, eliminate delays, and keep your business running smoothly. Cross-train employees. One of the most important aspects of running…
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