Recommended Product Categories
Find the right chemistry for your application. Explore the product categories commonly used in printing and packaging operations to get started. Questions? Need a custom formulation?
Paint, Ink & Coating Removers
Remove cured coatings, adhesives, or ink from fixtures, tools, and transfer surfaces. Useful for press maintenance and roller restoration.
Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers
Clean press components, plates, trays, floors, and surrounding equipment. Includes water-based and solvent-based options for daily or deep cleaning.
Rust & Surface Protection
Protect rollers, dies, and exposed metal parts from corrosion during equipment downtime or between production cycles. Includes dry films and rust inhibitors.
Anilox Roll Cleaners
Clean ink from anilox rolls and engraved cylinders in flexographic and gravure printing. Safe for use across ink types.
Common Problems We Solve
Below are some of the most common issues faced in printing and packaging environments — along with solutions that align with our product categories and chemistries.
❌ Ink Buildup on Rollers and Press Components
Dried or cured ink accumulates on anilox rolls, plates, and press parts.
✅ Ink Removers
Break down cured UV, solvent, or water-based inks for faster cleanup and better print quality.
❌ Cured Coating or Adhesive Residue on Fixture
Press trays, transfer surfaces, or fixtures develop buildup over time.
✅ Paint & Coating Removers
Remove dried polymers and residues that interfere with clean printing or handling.
❌ Rust on Press Components Between Runs
Moisture and washdowns cause metal parts to corrode during equipment downtime.
✅ Rust & Corrosion Inhibitors
Protect exposed steel rollers, dies, and parts with dry or oily film rust preventives.
❌ Inconsistent Cleaning of Fasteners and Threaded Components
Ink and adhesive residue affect packaging machine components and fasteners.
✅ Fastener Cleaners
Remove buildup from threaded parts used in assembly or press maintenance.
❌ Dirty Anilox Rolls Reduce Print Quality
Blocked cells reduce ink transfer and cause print defects or variation.
✅ Anilox Roll Cleaners
Penetrate engraved surfaces to restore cell volume and maintain consistency.
PICO Customers in Printing & Packaging
Companies across the printing and packaging industries trust PICO to deliver performance, reliability, and process-friendly chemical solutions. Here are a few trusted manufacturers who rely on our workhorse products and expertise.
FAQs
Whether you’re printing flexible packaging, maintaining press systems, or cleaning anilox rolls, here are answers to common questions from printing and packaging manufacturers.
Applications & Compatibility
Can PICO ink removers be used on UV, solvent, and water-based inks?
Yes. PICO offers formulations designed to remove all major ink types, including UV-curable, solvent-based, and water-based systems.
Are PICO cleaners safe for use on anilox rolls and gravure cylinders?
Yes. Anilox roll cleaners are specifically designed to penetrate and clean engraved surfaces without damaging the cells.
Do fastener cleaners work with automated cleaning systems?
Select cleaners are suitable for use in spray cabinets or immersion systems commonly used in fastener or part washing operations.
Regulatory & Compliance
Do your products help meet VOC or workplace safety targets?
Yes. Many PICO cleaners are water-based or low-VOC and support compliance with in-plant air quality and safety regulations.
Are rust preventives safe for use near packaging lines or open press areas?
PICO offers low-odor, non-hazardous rust inhibitors designed for in-plant use around sensitive equipment.
Customization & Supply
Can PICO match our current ink remover or develop a press-safe alternative?
Yes. Custom solutions may be available depending on the ink type, equipment, and cleaning method used.
Does PICO offer larger orders?
Most products are available in drums, pails, and totes. Select products may also be offered in bulk.
