Expertise ‘Made in Germany’

IST METZ GmbH & Co. KG is a mediumsized mechanical engineering company based in Nürtingen in southern Germany and is one of the world’s leading developers and manufacturers of UV curing systems. For over 45 years, the name IST METZ has stood for high-quality UV, LED UV, IR and excimer technologies, complemented by innovative service and training offerings.

With around 550 employees and a global presence, IST METZ supports its customers in project planning, installation and process optimisation – with the aim of creating tailor-made solutions for a wide range of production requirements. The company combines technical excellence with indepth industry knowledge and partnershipbased cooperation.

Numerous awards as a global market leader and top innovator also demonstrate why IST METZ is the partner of choice. In addition to high-quality UV and LED UV systems, IST METZ offers digital intelligence in the form of SMARTcure technology for automatic process control, flexible retrofitting and sustainable process control.

METAL DECORATING AND METAL COATING – FOCUS ON EFFICIENCY, QUALITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS

In the field of sheet metal printing and coating, IST METZ’s UV technology is an established key technology that offers both practical and ecological advantages. UV curing systems enable immediate curing of printing inks and coatings directly after application – without long drying times or energy-intensive processes. This results in shorter production cycles, consistently high print quality and significantly increased operational efficiency.

The specially developed air- and watercooled UV and LED UV systems are optimally tailored to the complex requirements of metal packaging printing. They support a wide range of substrates, including steel and aluminium sheets, deep-drawn moulded parts, spray and pressure cans, as well as closures and lids. Thanks to reduced temperature stress on the materials, solventfree inks and compact designs, the systems are not only process-friendly but also environmentally friendly.

A key feature is the immediate further processing capability: After UV curing, the printed products can be processed immediately, significantly reducing production throughput times and energy consumption. This is particularly true for production lines where high cycle rates and consistent quality are required. Practical example: In the POS sector, visual and haptic effects – such as those created by 3D coating – are used to attract attention and increase sales.

DIGITAL PRINTING – FLEXIBILITY MEETS PRECISION

In digital printing, the combination of inkjet printing and LED UV curing from IST METZ enables fast, flexible and high-quality printing processes – especially for variable content or small batches. UV curing fixes the inks immediately, produces brilliant colours and minimises thermal stress on the substrates.

COIL COATING – EFFICIENT FINISHING FOR INDUSTRIAL PROCESSES

IST METZ UV curing solutions also offer decisive advantages in coil coating – the continuous coating of metal strips: fast curing enables high throughput speeds, reduces thermal stress and improves surface quality.

IST CAMPUS – EXPERIENCE OUR SERVICES AND EXPERTISE

A particular highlight in IST METZ’s service portfolio is the IST Campus – a centre for application, process and product development where customers can work with IST experts to test and simulate UV technologies and develop tailor-made solutions.

A wide range of options are available here: from the use of rental equipment for testing and individual training courses to the optimisation of UV units using ray tracing analysis. Collaboration with customers and partners is geared towards successfully validating processes prior to actual production, thereby establishing sustainable production solutions.

OUTLOOK – EXPERIENCE INNOVATION AT THE TRADE FAIR

Visitors to the trade fair can find out all about IST METZ’s UV and LED curing technologies. The team is on hand for personal discussions, systematic process analyses and concrete solutions for individual challenges in printing and coating processes.

With its combination of many years of experience, innovative technology and comprehensive service, IST METZ remains a reliable partner for companies that want to future-proof their production and gain competitive advantages in a demanding market environment.