The Oldham Group, in Springfield, Illinois, has become the first U.S. company to install the AWP Tap Water System from Asahi Photoproducts.
This installation marks a milestone in Asahi’s ongoing “Road to Solvent ZERO” initiative, offering the flexographic industry a sustainable platemaking solution with no solvents, no detergents, and minimal environmental impact.
The AWP Tap Water System is set to be available starting July 1st, 2025.
The new AWP Tap Water System installed at The Oldham Group is designed to offer a sustainable solution for small-format platemaking needs. It comprises three integrated innovations:
AWP Tap Water Plate: A water-washable plate requiring only tap water for processing, eliminating the use of VOC solvents and detergents
AWPTM-2530AA Plate Processor: A compact, all-in-one plate processor developed to meet the highest environmental and print standards for smaller plate sizes.
AWP-LOOP Petite: A closed-loop water recycling unit.
