IST America (ISTA) is a global supplier of UV and LED light curing technology that will be participating in the upcoming RadTech UV&EB Technology & Conference in Orlando, FL from May 20-22. At the event, IST America will be showcasing its curing platforms, including UV, LED, and Excimer technology, at a combined booth with industry partner IST INTECH.
Oliver Starzmann, representing IST America’s parent company, IST METZ GmbH & Co., will present “A revolutionary UVC curing Technology” during the Coatings Technology Innovations session on Tuesday. Starzmann’s presentation will focus on the IST FREEcure technology, a new type of cross-linking technology developed in collaboration with BASF SE. The FREEcure UV system eliminates the need for photoinitiators and inertisation, providing excellent results with increased UVC percentage in the spectrum of a UV lamp.
In addition to Starzmann’s presentation, Holly Steedman from IST INTECH will present during the UV LED Equipment session on Wednesday. Her presentation, titled “Portable LED Curing Systems—Ready for the Real World?” will offer insights into IST INTECH’s LED Solutions, which offer more efficient drying practices in automotive and composite repair applications.
Chris Davis, head of sales at IST America, expresses excitement about participating in the conference and showcasing the cutting-edge FREEcure technology. He believes FREEcure represents a major advancement in UV curing by delivering exceptional results without the need for photoinitiators and inertisation. Holly Steedman, business and technology development director for IST INTECH, highlights the collaboration with IST America as a commitment to pushing the boundaries of UV LED curing technology and driving innovation in the industrial inkjet sector. Together, they aim to showcase cutting-edge solutions and insights that propel the industry forward.