Varn Products

Absolute 6036 is an alcohol substitute designed for use with a quality fountain solution concentrate. It is typically dosed from 2-4 ounces per gallon of mixed fountain solution. Recommend starting at 2 ounces per mixed gallon and increasing in 1/2 ounce per gallon increments until desired print quality is obtained.

The full service plate cleaner - Is just that...complete. Complete plate cleaner is compatible with most plates, cleans and desensitizes the non-image area of the plate, removes minor scratches, and can even be used for plate storage. Complete is low-VOC, and it's cream-like texture and viscosity make it easy to apply.

A Water Fountain Additive To Speed Ink Drying Varn's Ink Drying Stimulator is a special water fountain additive which improves the surface drying of lithographic inks. By speeding surface drying, "ink set-off" is reduced, jobs turn over faster, with less chance of smudging and streaking and there's overall reduction or elimination of the use of spray powder. The use of Ink Drying Stimulator can speed up production schedules, particularly on jobs where ink drying is a problem

Anti-Skinning Aerosol Ink-Readi is a formulation of antioxidants which apply a protective film against ink skinning on rollers, in fountains or in cans. This is a professional product and will not change the color, consistency or drying speed of any offset or letterpress inks - even when trapping ink on the fourth color. Spray on ink rollers and ink fountain when the press is down for make-ready, lunch break and overnight. Spray new rubber to reduce oxidation, as well as roller ends to prevent glaze, friction and cracking. Ink-Readi does not contain wax.

The Industry's Finest Water Miscible Wash Wash V-120 is a special blend of solvents and cleansers formulated to quickly and thoroughly clean and rejuvenate lithographic blankets; rubber, composition and synthetic rollers. Wash V-120 contains Hydro-Flex, a press proven combination of modern antioxidants, rubber rejuvenators and synthetic detergents. These additives cut and remove ink and glaze, reduce rubber oxidation and prolong the life of rollers and blankets.

An All Purpose Small Press Fountain Solution Super-Lene desensitizes the nonprint area and keeps it clean without gray backgrounds. In-plant printers can now have big press results over long runs using a wide variety of plates - often without adjusting the fountain solution.

The Industry's Finest Water Miscible Wash Wash V-120 is a special blend of solvents and cleansers formulated to quickly and thoroughly clean and rejuvenate lithographic blankets; rubber, composition and synthetic rollers. Wash V-120 contains Hydro-Flex, a press proven combination of modern antioxidants, rubber rejuvenators and synthetic detergents. These additives cut and remove ink and glaze, reduce rubber oxidation and prolong the life of rollers and blankets.

100% Natural Sudanese Gum Arabic Solution Varn's solution is made from the highest quality selected raw material and is "Microfiltered" to remove even the finest impurities. 100% Pure Gum Arabic 14º Be. flows to a smooth, thin uniform film and offers maximum protection on the plates and may be diluted with water to obtain the proper consistency for a plant's individual requirements. Guaranteed nonsouring for a period of six months or more.

Water Miscible Wash Developed to meet the printers' need for a strong water miscible cleaner for blankets and rollers and also have a low odor and low vapor pressure to help VOC reduction. Mixed with 20% to 50% water is an effective cleaner of water based gum glaze, paper lint, and other contaminants with will dissolve in water.

A Heavily Buffered, Environmentally Friendly Gum/Acid Formulation Heavily buffered and designed to run in the 0 ppm through 300 ppm of hardness range - perhaps the most flexible water range in the graphic arts industry. Low VOC and contains no chrome. It stimulates ink drying and aids in reduction of alcohol. Primarily used on metal plates, Total Chrome Free is designed to run on conventional, bareback and alcohol systems.

Removes Calcium Build-up From Rollers and Blankets Varn's Calcium Eliminator answers the problem of eliminating calcium build-up caused by hard water and the increased use of alkaline papers. Calcium build-up, in the form of white glaze, robs rollers of their printability and eventually causes stripping and complete loss of productivity. This calcium glaze is not readily water soluble or solvent soluble and is not removed by conventional glaze removers. Regular use of Varn's calcium eliminator will totally prevent this build-up.

Supreme Fount 6038 is a two-step fountain solution concentrate that is designed to run on CtP aqueous plates. When used with a quality alcohol substitute, it will optimize press performance with faster startups and reduced waste. Advantages of Varn® Supreme Fount 6038 • Excellent buffer performance for stable pH • Eliminates binding on plates • Provides strong desensitizing system • Very low phosphates Sheetfed

High Quality Performance at An Economical Price VWM Wash has the superior emulsion-forming capability to mix with up to 50% water and maintain the superior cleaning power of 100% solvent washes. However, unlike "solvent only" washes, VWM Wash removes water soluble glaze, lint and stock coatings quickly and economically

Cleans Film and Prevents Static Cling One quick wipe removes dirt, grease, fingerprints and tape marks from expensive film. Varn's unique "antistatic action" keeps dirt and dust from resettling on the cleaned surface. Varn Film Cleaner is a professional, solvent type product and is completely safe for any film base or emulsion. It dries fast, won't streak or leave a residue, and won't dissolve or remove a water based opaque. Use with lint-free cloth. NOTE: A Hazardous Shipping Fee will be added in addition to shipping charges.

High Quality Performance at An Economical Price VWM Wash has the superior emulsion-forming capability to mix with up to 50% water and maintain the superior cleaning power of 100% solvent washes. However, unlike "solvent only" washes, VWM Wash removes water soluble glaze, lint and stock coatings quickly and economically

Designed by Experts for Professionals Varn Wash A-230 was carefully formulated with help from Heidelberg and from Bottcher Roller Company. It's formulated to clean modern rubber compounds and will not harm the elastomers or synthetic ingredients used in blanket and roller manufacturing. Up to 25% water may be added to this blanket and roller wash to help simultaneously clean solvent based ink and water based gum glaze, paper dust, lint etc

Water Fountain Additive that Reduces Stock Piling and Glaze Buildup Non-Piling Additive is a special water fountain additive used to reduce or eliminate blanket piling or glaze build-up and the transfer of paper coating into the ink train. Field tests have shown it's most effective in web newspaper and commercial web offset, and also in business forms printing when running stocks that have a tendency to pile.

Strong, Fast Drying, Water Miscible Wash Wash V-253 is a blend of the high performance Wash V-120 and the powerful but economical Wash V-133. This has produced an exceptional general usage, water miscible wash that will thoroughly penetrate and remove a wide range of inks, glaze, lint and other contaminants with economy and efficiency.

This water miscible wash is uniquely formulated to give superior performance in automatic blanket cleaners on web presses. Its strong cleaners quickly remove ink and solvent soluble resins and binders. When mixed with 20% to 40% water, Varn ABC Wash removes water soluble gum glaze, lint paper dust and stock coatings very economically.

Concentrated Liquid Roller and Blanket Deglazer Revitol is a concentrated detergent and rejuvenator developed to remove glaze and restore natural tack; revitalize and rejuvenate rollers and blankets. Revitol gains its cleaning action as a detergent, not through strong solvency. It quickly penetrates into the roller surface, opening up rubber pores and removing both gum glaze and ink glaze. Revitol improves printing quality and reduces down - time by deep-cleaning rollers and increasing their ink receptivity and ink transfer ability.

Varn® Supreme 8168 High-Performance, One-Step Fountain Solution for Sheetfed Presses With a Variety of Dampening Systems Fountain Solution: One-Step Varn® Supreme 8168 is designed with a balance of ink-compatible solvents in a complete one-step package. It’s complex plate-protection and buffering system is effective with both RO and tap water. Supreme 8168’s concentrated formulation combines stability with low dosages. Advantages of Varn® Supreme 8168 • Effective at low dosages • Does not require alcohol substitutes or IPA • Improved ink and water balance with conventional, hybrid and UV inks Features and Benefits - Concentrated formulation is effective as a one-step product at dosages of 3 - 5 OPG Plate-compatible raw materials Provides lower cost than either traditional two-step or competitive one-step products Can be used on either baked or unbaked plates Designed for compatibility with conventional, hybrid and UV inks Designed with ink-friendly raw materials Offers flexibility across the pressroom Offers a wider operating window that performs well with a variety of substrates and presses

Bring Overused Blankets Back to Life Super Rubber Rejuvenator cleans and deglazes rubber fast, while restoring new life and printability to even the most glaze-blocked blankets and rollers. This excellent rejuvenator will pay for itself many times over in increased productivity. Varn deglazers and rejuvenators are the key products in our press proven maintenance systems, and are used in combination with a Varn prime water miscible or environmental wash for superior maintenance results.