Because of proven advantages in paper properties, the use of synthesized coating minerals with narrow particle size distributions (PSD) and alignable shapes is growing rapidly. Foremost among these minerals is precipitated calcium carbonate (PCC). Its narrow PSD creates a porous-coating surface that is more efficient at removing ink solvent, which can affect the ink setting rate. Thus, ink leveling and ink gloss can be defined and controlled. With Specialty Minerals Inc. (SMI) precipitated calcium carbonate, printing papers exhibit superior brightness, smoothness, and gloss. The result is a printed image with high intensity and contrast.
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