To extend screen life, use the correct cleaning products, avoid aggressive scrubbing when possible, rinse thoroughly, remove ink and emulsion completely, and degrease screens properly before coating. Proper handling, drying, storage, and consistent reclaiming procedures also help protect mesh and frame quality.
Not always. Some products are versatile and can work on multiple ink systems, but others are designed for specific types of ink. Plastisol, water-based, UV, and solvent-based inks have different chemical properties, so using the wrong product may lead to poor cleaning performance or extra labor.
Kor-Chem can recommend the correct product based on the ink type and cleaning process.
Kor-Chem offers solutions that may help customers reduce odor, improve workplace conditions, or support more sustainable cleaning practices depending on the application. The best option depends on the ink system, cleaning method, local regulations, and production needs.
Customers looking for lower-odor or more environmentally conscious alternatives can contact Kor-Chem for product recommendations.
Yes. Many Kor-Chem screen printing products are formulated to work quickly and efficiently, helping reduce scrubbing, shorten reclaiming time, and improve workflow consistency. Choosing the right chemistry can help shops save time, reduce waste, and lower the cost per screen.
Kor-Chem products are designed for professional use and should always be handled according to the product label and Safety Data Sheet. Proper ventilation, gloves, eye protection, and safe storage practices are recommended when working with screen printing chemicals.
For specific handling instructions, customers should review the product’s SDS before use.
Emulsion may not come off completely for several reasons, including under-application of emulsion remover, dried ink residue blocking the chemical, overexposed screens, or insufficient pressure during rinse-out. The screen may also need better degreasing before coating.
Kor-Chem can help troubleshoot reclaiming issues by reviewing your process, product usage, dwell time, mesh condition, and exposure setup.
Yes. Ghost images and haze are usually caused by leftover ink, emulsion, or staining trapped in the mesh. Kor-Chem offers haze removers and reclaiming products that help break down these residues so screens can be reused more effectively.
For best results, it is important to follow the proper reclaiming sequence: remove ink, remove emulsion, then treat haze or stains as needed.
A press wash is typically used during production or between color changes to remove ink from the screen while keeping the stencil intact. Reclaiming products, such as emulsion removers, ink degradents, and haze removers, are used after production to fully clean the screen and prepare it for reuse.
Using the right product at the right stage helps extend screen life, improve image quality, and reduce unnecessary labor.
The right screen wash or ink remover depends on the type of ink you are using, your cleaning process, and whether you are cleaning screens on-press, off-press, or during reclaiming. Solvent-based inks, plastisol inks, water-based inks, UV inks, and specialty inks may require different chemistry for best performance.
If you are unsure which product to use, Kor-Chem can help identify the best option based on your ink system, mesh type, equipment, and workflow.
Kor-Chem offers a range of products used throughout the screen printing process, including press washes, ink degradents, emulsion removers, haze removers, degreasers, screen openers, adhesives, and reclaiming solutions. These products are designed to help printers improve screen quality, reduce labor, speed up cleanup, and maintain consistent production results.