Plei -Tech Squeegees ! A critical aspect of screen printing is how well the.....................................................................................................: squeegee can resist durometer loss when exposed to

aggressive inks, and harsh solvents, while maintaining asharp print edge. Plei-Tech squeegees are available ina variety of polyurethane compounds individuallyformulated to perform in the diverse world of screenprinting.

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Plei-Tech 15 squeegees are recommended because oftheir chemical resistance and exceptional abrasionresistance when exposed to high solvent/monomercontent inks, while maintaining durometer. UV, epoxy,enamel, vinyl, and other solvent based inks are extremelyharsh on squeegee blades. Inferior squeegees tend todegrade at an accelerated rate due to their inability toresist harsh solvents.

Plei-Tech 22 squeegees are recommended for lessdemanding applications. Plei-Tech 22 performs wellwhen using Plastisol, water base, and less aggressive UVand solvent based inks that have a lesser effect onsqueegees. For printers using these inks, Plei-Tech 22offers the option of color coding for easy hardnessidentification by the printer.

Pleiger's squeegees are available in a multitude ofsqueegee profiles designed to meet the exactingdemands of your screen printing application.

All Pleiger polyurethanes are marketed under theregistered tradename Plei- Tech®

.......Squeegee ApplicationsGraphics - The Graphics market is a very diverse segmentof the screenprinting industry. Like this market, PleigerPlastics is also very diverse. We can combine any of ourprofiles along with a Plei-Tech polyurethane compoundformulated to work with any ink or substrate combination.We offer our solvent/monomer and abrasion resistantsqueegees in both our single durometer and multi-durometer configurations for the simple spot color to thecomplex four-color process or half-tone jobs.

CD/DVD - Compact Disc printing requires a closetolerance, solvent-resistant squeegee. Pleiger Plastics'polyurethane squeegees are ideal for these precisedemands. Our squeegees offer printers close tolerances,sharp edges, and squeegees that are free of surface defectsfor maximum repeatability and print detail.

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Textile - The textile market varies from the hand printer tothe high speed automatic machine, from spot colors tointricate 4-color process designs as well as specialty inks toobscure substrates. Pleiger makes squeegees in alldimensions, profiles and durometer combinations to assistthe textile printer in achieving the desired effect tomaximize productivity.

Container - Bottle printing often requires a sharp edge forhigh definition on a wide variety of substrates. PleigerPlastics offers many bevel profiles to meet the demands ofany bottle printer. Whether printing with Plastisol,Conventional, UV, or Hot Melt inks, Pleiger can provide asqueegee to meet your most challenging demands. Ourbevel profiles provide the printer with a sharper edge forexceptional ink deposit and maximum definition.

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PCB - The Printed Circuit Board industry requires asqueegee with close tolerances that can perform in a highspeed environment. Our highly solvent and abrasionresistant formulations of Plei-Tech 15 outperform othersqueegees in this application. These squeegees areformulated to exhibit minimum swelling, durometer loss,and high abrasion resistance, which makes them ideal forthis type of printing.

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DBB-SDouble Bevel Blunt-Single Durometer

SBB-SSingle Bevel Blunt-Single Durometer

DBSDouble Bevel-Single Durometer

SE-TSquare Edge-Triple Durometer

S~D ISquare Edge-Dual Durometer

SE-CSquare Edge-Composite

IBeveled Squeegee.TechnicalSheet

\5!22.5 Degree Single Bevel45.0 Degree Double BevelThis blade has minimal dimensional stability due tothe thin printing tip. It is best suited for printingwith less aggressive inks and solvents with lowersqueegee pressures on irregular substrates.(TAvailable 0.10" ·0.50" H Available 0.75" x 5.00")

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!30.0 Degree Single Bevel60.0 Degree Double Bevel

This blade has good dimensional stability and is a verystable player. This angle will be more resistant to inksand solvents due to the thickness of the printing tip.(This is our standard angle since May 1, 1992.)(TAvailable 0.10" ·0.50" H Available 0.75" x 5.00")

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This blade exhibits the best dimensional stability and hasgood resistance to inks and solvents due to the heavierthickness of the printing tip.(TAvailable 0.10" ·0.50" H Available 0.75" x 5.00")

Things to Remember:Just as a squeegee durometer affects the ink deposit, so does the angle of the bevel.

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SE-M SB-D DB-T DSBO-S

SE-M Square Edge-MoldedSometimes referred to as a Diamond Profile. Designed to fit specific holdershaving very tight tolerances. Molded for dimensional accuracy and consistentprint edge. Primarily used in the Printed Circuit Board Industry. Available inPT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, B5A and 90A hardnesses.

SB-D Single Bevel-Dual DurometerExcels in container printing using high mesh counts with high screen tension.The 90 durometer backing supports the softer print edge, which allowsincreased squeegee pressure for maximum control.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 60/90A, 65/90A, 70/90A, and 75/90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees.

DB-T Double Bevel-Triple DurometerThis fully supported bevel provides maximum control under maximum pressurein cylindrical printing.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 60/90/60A, 65/90/65A, 70/90/70A and 75/90/75A hardnesses.Standard angles are 45, 60, and 90 degrees.

DSBO-S Double Single Bevel Opposite-Single DurometerProvides the printer with two print edges for container printing.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA, B5A, G·nd90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees.

DSBP-S Double Single Bevel Parallel-Single DurometerProvides the printer with two print edges for container printing. Oppositesides of the squeegee are used to lessen the effect of repeated printingmotion and ink attack.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA, B5A, and 90A hardnesses.

DDB-S Double Double Bevel-Single DurometerThe two print edges provide maximum control for printing on a wide varietyof cylindrical substrates.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA,B5A, and 90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 45, 60, and 90 degrees.

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DSBP-S DDB-S DBB-S SBB-S DB-S

DBB-S Double Bevel Blunt-Single DurometerAllows for increased squeegee angle while maintaining the sharp edge formaximum ink shear on multiple substrates.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA,B5A, and 90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 45, 60, and 90 degrees.The blunt edge is 0.5 mm to 3 mm per customer specification.

SBB-S Single Bevel Blunt-Single DurometerAllows for increased squeegee angle while maintaining the sharp edge formaximum ink shear of cylindrical substrates. Workswell with higherviscosity inks.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA,B5A and 90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees.The blunt edge is 0.5 mm to 3 mm per customer specification.

DB-S Double Bevel-Single DurometerThe sharp edge provides excellent control on printing a wide variety ofcylindrical substrates.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA,B5A and 90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 45, 60, and 90 degrees.

SB-S Single Bevel-Single DurometerConforms easily to irregular surfaces while maintaining excellent ink deposit.Widely used in container printing and with high viscosity inks.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA,B5A, and 90A hardnesses.Standard angles are 22.5, 30, and 45 degrees.

SE-S Square Edge-Single DurometerOur most common squeegee profile, used in a wide variety of printingapplications on many different substrates. Generally, for more poroussubstrates, softer durometers should be used. Smoother substrates requireharder durometers.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 55A, 60A, 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA,B5A and 90A hardnesses.

SB-S SE-S PE-S SE-T SE-D

PE-S Precision Edge-Single DurometerDesigned and developed for transparent UV and the optical disk (CD/DVD)printing industry. Extremely tight dimension and durometer tolerance.Flawless,sharp print edges for clean crisp images without streaking.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 65A, 70A, 75A, BOA, B5A, and 90A hardnesses.

SE-T Square Edge-Triple DurometerThe 90A durometer center provides maximum support for the two softer printedges. This is an exceptional tool for printing on high mesh counts withelevated screen tensions. This profile excels in printing four-color processwork or half-tone jobs on automatic presses.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 60190/60A, 65/90/65A, 70190170A and 75/90175A hardnesses.

SE-D Square Edge-Dual DurometerThe 90A durometer backing provides a fully supported squeegee that doesnot flex or rollover with excellent ink shear. The softer print edge allows forgood ink deposit.Available in PT22 and PT15.Available in 60190A, 65/90A, 70190A and 75/90A hardnesses.

SE-C Square Edge-CompositeA soft print tip is bonded to a 90A durometer shaft. This eliminates bladerollover and squeegee vibration on high speed automatic presses.Available in 90150A, 90/60A, and 90170A hardnesses.Not available in all compounds.

DB-C Double Bevel-CompositeA soft, sharp print tip is bonded to a 90A durometer shaft. Ideal for printingon cylindrical substrates in high speed printing presses.Available in 90150A, 90/60A, and 90170A hardnesses.Not available in all compounds.

BN-C Bull Nose-CompositeA soft, round tip bonded to a 90A durometer shaft provides a partiallysupported squeegee with a rounded tip that does not shear the ink off thescreen. An exceptional tool for printing puff ink or any job that require a heavyink deposit on automatic printing presses.Available in 90150A, 90/60A, and 90170A hardnesses.Not available in all compounds.

SE-C BN-C BN-SDB-C

BN-S Bull Nose-Single DurometerThe rounded tip is exceptional for heavy ink deposits required for printingwhite inks on dark substrates, or puff inks. This profile is designed to work onmanual applications.Available in 50A, 60A, 70A, and 90A hardnesses.Not available in all compounds.

Material Selection

Plei-Tech 22 performs well with most ink systems. It willdarken in color when exposed to UV and fluorescent lightat a slow rate. This change in color does not affect thephysical properties or the ink/solvent resistance of thepolyurethane. Available in 60A, 65A, 70A, 75A, 80A, 85Aand 90A hardnesses. The standard colors are: 55A Green,65A Orange, lOA Yellow, l5A Green, BOA Blue, B5A Red,and 90A Natural.

Plei-Tech 15 (Vulkollan) is typically used with moreaggressive solvent based ink systems or UV inks. Plei-Tech15 will darken in color while stored. A change in color maybe seen in as little as 24 hours when exposed to UV andfluorescent light. This color change enhances the physicalproperties and ink/solvent resistance of the polyurethane.Plei-Tech 15 is Amber. Available in 60A, lOA, l5A, BOA,B5A, and 90A hardnesses.

Plei-Tech® is a registered trademark of Pleiger Plastics Company.

Vulkollan® is a registered trademark of Bayer AG.

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ASSORTED PROFILE PIT-STOP PACK

CONTENTS:10 ready to install .375 n x 2" x 16" squeegees; Radii on the ends1pc BNS 70A; 1pc SET 70/90/70; 4 pes SES 75A;2 pes SES 70A and 2 pes SES 60A

SINGLE DUROMETER PIT-STOP PACK

CONTENTS:10 ready to install .375 " x 2" x 16" squeegees; Radii on the ends10 pieces of any ON E durometer (60A-90A)

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PLEIGER PLASTICS is introducing the squeegee Pit-StopPackto the textile screen printing market. This squeegee packis a time saving solution to preping and cutting squeegees forthe press.

P/eiger's Squeegee Pit-Stop Pack includes 10 ready to installsqueegees, cut to 16" lengths with radii on the ends.

The assorted profile pack includes 10 squeegees (3 differentprofiles and 4 durometers) which will retrofit an entireautomatic printing press in minutes. This variety will giveprinters the deposit control needed for printing any color.

The single durometer pack includes 10 squeegees of anyonedurometer in the SESprofile (ex: 10 pcs of SES70A). This isperfect for the printer who has a preferred squeegee blade.

Why buy the Squeegee Pit-Stop Pack?

1. FAST CHANGE: Reduces downtime by eliminatingthe need to cut and prep squeegees. Radii are on theends for immediate installation.

2. MANUFACTURER'S EDGE

3. PROFILE & DUROMETER SELECTION

4. HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYURETHANESQUEEGEES

5. MINIMAL SWELLING, SHARP EDGE RETENTION,ABRASION & SOLVENT RESISTANT

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Achieving the best screen printing performance andproductivity is greatly de&endent on the selection of thecorrect Pleiger Plei-Tech R squeegee for the applicationand proper squeegee maintenance. When printing,monitor production time and rotate squeegees frequently.(The necessary rotation frequency is dependent on the ink/solvent system involved in the application.) When printingwith aggressive UV and solvent based inks, it may benecessary to change your squeegee more often. By doingso, you will achieve a more uniform print quality andincrease the life of your squeegees. A squeegee shouldalways be wiped clean and stored in a dry environment atroom temperatures following removal from the press. Theblade should be allowed to recover from the ink and solventattack and rest for a period of 24 hours. It can then beplaced back into production or if necessary, re-sharpenedand placed back into production.

NOTTOSCALE

TypicalSolventAttackon aSqueegee

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Polyurethane Squeegees should always be stored flat in adry (50% Relative Humidity) environment at roomtemperature (approximately 65-75 degrees F). Storage attemperatures below 60 degrees F may show an increase indurometer. This increase has no influence on the physicalproperties or the performance of the squeegee. Underthese storage conditions, the shelf life of the squeegee isapproximately one year. Older squeegees often showincreased printing performance.

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Durometer is one of the most critical aspects of a printingsqueegee. Squeegee durometer can be directly linked toexcess ink (smearing). streaking, or premature solventattack. For this reason we recommend a squeegeedurometer gauge be included in any quality controlprogram.

During normal use, a squeegee will lose hardness as a resultof monomer attack from the ink carrier. Shifting thedurometer will have significant effects on print quality andreproducibility. In addition to durometer loss, solventattack will reduce your squeegee's service life.

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In addition to producing high performance squeegees,Pleiger also manufactures custom molded polyurethanecomponents. Because of the ability to adapt and offer avast array of custom parts for any industry, Pleiger iscontinually recognized as a leader and innovator ofpolyurethane products.

Pleiger Plastics offers a large spectrum of polyurethanecompounds. From the simplest to the most severeapplications, a Plei-Tech compound can be selected tomeet any polyurethane application. Pleiger offersengineering services to design or re-design molded partsto optimize performance and moldability. Once designsare finalized, low cost prototypes are produced for fieldtesting and selection of the best compound. Parts arethen cast to size, die-cut, or machine finished.

All products are manufactured in Pleiger's 55,000 sq. ft.facility in Washington, PA using the latest technology toassure consistent quality and reliability from product toproduct. Pleiger's manufacturing process ensuresdurometer accuracy as well as dimensional stability andcontrol.

Some of the many products manufactured by Pleigerinclude: damping bumpers, impact beds, precisionplastic balls, hydrocyclones, rollers, cutting bars,conveyor belt scrapers, load wheels, vibration isolators,and pump parts.

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Founded in 1986, Pleiger Plastics Company was one of ~.~~!.~~.~..~~~~g~~..Plasticsthe first molders in the United States to processVulkollan, Europe's highest performance polyurethane.With a total of twelve locations worldwide, the group ofPleiger companies are known for engineered solutions ina variety of industries. Pleiger Plastics' businessphilosophy is to design high performance, high qualitypolyurethanes tailored to a customer's needs.

Realizing that every application has unique performancerequirements, Pleiger's selection of high performancepolyurethanes continually evolve. Pleiger PlasticsCompany selects from MDI, TDI, NDI, and PPDI hardsegments and polyether, polyester, polycaprilactone andpolycarbonate soft segments to design a polyurethanesystem for the most demanding applications. This vastarray of materials allows Pleiger Plastics to offer valueadded engineered solutions that optimize performanceand cost requirements.

Pleiger Plastics strives to build long term businessrelationships with its customers by offering engineeringservices, prototyping, cost competitiveness, high quality,and timely deliveries. These deep rooted businessprinciples allow us to provide our customers withThe Pleiger Solution.

Pleiger Plastics CompanyP.O. Box 1271,498 Crile RoadWashington, PA, USA 15301-1271

Tel: (724) 228-2244Toll Free: (800)-Pleiger (800-753-4437)Fax: (724) 228-2253email: info@pleiger.comwww.pleiger.com

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