Testimonials and Customer Comments
News
Limited
26-52
Hume Highway, CHULLORA 2190
Telephone: (61) 2 9288 1847 Fax: 9288 1818 - Group Projects
mullinsk@newsltd.com.au
8 November. 1999
To whom it may concern,
It is with pleasure that I write this personal reference for
Chris Barton and AIM Group Australasia.
AIM Group has been a supplier of blanket wash to News
Limited, on a continuous basis, for the past nine years. AIM w as involved
in News Limited’s first installation of 3, of a total of 17 for
Australia, Newsman 40 high-speed presses at the Adelaide Advertiser in
1990.
AIM Group have proven themselves as a reliable supplier by
supplying a technically competitive blanket wash excellent field service
and a pricing policy which resulted in a very favourable price /
performance ratio for News Limited.
I have no hesitation in recommending AIM Group as a reliable
supplier to the Newspaper Industry.
Ken Mullins
Signature Obscured
Group Printing Systems Manager
NOTE: The
above client is still using AIM products to this day.
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Australian blanket wash
for
new News Ltd plants
News Ltd Chooses AIM 62C
AIM
CHEMICALS thanks News Ltd for choosing them to be the supplier of the
Aim 62C Newspaper Safety Blanket Wash for all of their new plants.
Aim
Chemicals, who are proudly a wholly owned and national Australian
company, were the innovators of the 62C Newspaper Safety Blanket Wash
which was developed five years ago in Brisbane, and 'fine-tuned' with
the assistance of printers at the Courier Mail and Mirror Sun newspapers
in Queensland. 62C has been successfully used at the Adelaide Advertiser
continuously for nearly 3 years with excellent results being reported.
MAN Roland Specifications
AIM
62C surpasses all of the rigorous MAN Roland specifications which
demand: anti-corrosion additives; corrosion tests; swell tests on
printing blankets and rollers, as well as exhibiting a low aromatic
solvent content.
It
was proven as part of this specification that AIM 62C contains no
re-cycled solvents, no chlorinated hydrocarbons and no acids.
Known
throughout the industry as ' the blanket wash specialists' Aim Chemicals
are committed to developing safer alternatives for all facets of the
printing industry. It was this level of commitment that resulted in the
first blanket and roller wash of its type being specifically developed
for the Australian newspaper industry.
Worksafe Approved
AIM
62C conforms to the latest Worksafe Guidelines as well as exhibiting the
following major benefits:
•
Non flammable
•
Low toxicity
•
Unmatched cleaning ability
•
Environmentally safe
•
May be shipped and stored in bulk
•
Medium speed evaporation
•
Pleasant low odour
Environmental Alternatives
AIM
have many safer alternatives and more environmentally acceptable
solutions. These include: Safety Blanket & Roller Washes, low V.0.C.
& 'Neutral' Fountain solutions.
Speciality
equipment also includes: in Plant Recycling Units, Chiller/Mixers,
Reverse Osmosis Water Units.
It
is worthwhile considering just what benefits our safety products offer
over some of the more hazardous chemicals currently on the market.
AIM
means safer alternatives.
American technology exchange
Aim
Chemicals recently secured a licensing agreement from Prisco who are the
largest printing chemical manufacturer in America. Prisco specialise in
Web-Press chemistry, both heat-set and cold-set and are taking the world
by storm with their 'Neutral' range of Fountain Solutions.
Safety
products also include Isopropyl alcohol replacement fluids and
alcohol-free fountain solutions. This agreement assures free exchange of
the latest new technology and breakthroughs as they are developed.
Aim Chemicals Director Chris Barton with one of the company's new
re-usable Bulky Boxes at the News Limited Mile End plant.
Many facets
of the AIM 62C make it attractive from an environmental viewpoint.
The
product exhibits an extremely low VOC rating (Volatile Organic
Compound), and uses only bio-degradable compounds. Another major
attribute is the availability of the product in 1000 litre bulk
containers, thereby avoiding the inconvenience of handling and storing
multiple 200 litre drums.
To whom it may concern,
This letter serves as a reference for the AIM ‘62C’ Safety Blanket Wash,
which has been in general use throughout our plant for nearly five years.
The AIM 62C has been consistently used on our rollers, blankets,
sideframes and as a general press wash for this entire period of time
without any problems.
I
believe the product to be the best available on the market after having
trialled most of the Blanket and Roller Washes commercially available.
62C complies with the stringent worksafe Health & Safety Guidelines
currently in force, and assists our plant in combating dermatitis.
Press maintenance periods allow us to assess many facets of our “Harris
N-845” and we confirm that there is no evidence of corrosion of any type
on the press whether it be bearers, cylinders, blanket bars
Etc.
I
recommend 62C to any plant as a high performance Safety Blanket and Roller
Wash.
L.AURIE CORCORAN
PRODUCTION MANAGER.
Oxy-Dry Product
Approval
Telefax - 20th
April 2001
AIM
Group Australasia Pty Ltd
Mr. Chris Barton
Dear
Mr. Barton
Today
we received the written confirmation that the new European regulations
does only require a minimum flash point of 55 degrees centigrade.
So
we can in general approve the use of your solvent AIM62 C must however
insist, that all the other safety requirements as well as the material
compatibility is will remain as they have been in the past and agreed
with the press suppliers and end customers. Another important factor is
that your solvent has to be water mixable otherwise the function of our
washing system would be restricted.
I
hope that this response has been of service to you and if you have any
additional question, please do not hesitate to contact us again.
Looking
forward for a good cooperation, we remain
Kind
regards
Richard
H Grieger
OXY-DRY Maschinen Gmbh
Signature
Not Provided For Security Reasons
4th
December, 1996.
Mr. Chris Barton,
AIM Group Australia,
P.O. Box 5016,
VICTORIA POINT QLD. 4165.
Dear Chris
Just a short note to yourself and Bruce regarding Rieger's performance
in helping to make our 1997 Yellow Programme the success it has been.
The reluctance I had to use your product has long since disappeared and
the Rieger ink performed second to none, consistent performance and
supply meeting standards set by myself and the Company.
Thanks
once again and I hope we can continue our successful relationship in
1997.
Yours
sincerely,
WILKE DIRECTORIES
P. McGREAL
PRINT MANAGER
11 July, 1995
TO
WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
William
Brooks & Co (Directory Printers) has done extensive trials using
both Rieger Inks and A.I.M. Chemicals press room chemistry. Throughout
the trials I have found the combination of Prisco N6 Fountain solution,
62C Blanket Wash and Rieger Ink to be extremely complementary to each
other. It has given me the results which I have been trying to achieve
on our high speed presses, which includes correct ink water balance, no
emulsification, longer runs between blanket washes and the ability to
properly control ink settings at high speed.
After
the results that we have achieved through these trials and the
professional way in which both the A.I.M. Group and Rieger Inks have
conducted them, I have had no hesitation in signing a long term supply
contract with the A.I.M. Group to supply William Brooks with press room
chemistry and Rieger inks.
If
I can be of any further assistance in this matter, please don't hesitate
to contact me.
Yours
faithfully
WILLIAM
BROOKS & CO
Signature not provided
Mike Twigger
PRODUCTION MANAGER
April
7 1994
To Whom It May Concern:
Rieger has been a supplier of inks to our company in excess of 20 years.
Their products and service
capability have proven to be excellent.
We can fully recommend their
products and service to any potential purchaser.
Yours truly,
Glenn Vervaeke
Plate Services/Printing Area Manager
Your telefax dated 29.01.1997
Blanket Wash Evaluation
Dear
Sirs
In
the meantime we have received the Blanket Wash 62 C Ultimate Safety
Blanket Wash" and we have tested it with the following rubber
grades:
179
25, 119 25, 47138, 725 40, 909 35
We
would like to inform you that this wash-up can be used with all a.m.
rubber grades without problems.
We
hope that this information is sufficient If you need anything more
please do not hesitate to contact us again.
Looking
forward to hear from you soon, we remain
with kind regards
FELIX
BöTTCHER
GMBH & CO.
(Marin
Zierke) (Bettina
Jureck)
April
12 1994
To
whom it may concern
I
started doing business with Rieger Printing Ink in 1976 when 1 was the
production director at the Toronto Sun in Canada. We were having quality
printing problem & and finally decided to give Rieger a chance to
resolve those problems. It proved to be one or the best decisions of my
career.
With
Rieger's product the Sun won the "Best colour in North
America" In 1978 and the “Best colour in the world” in 1995
Kodak awards at the ANPA. Many people have commented through the years
on the crispness of the black and colour in our paper.
In
1991 I left the Sun Corporation to join the Daily News or Los Angeles. I
was not satisfied with the printed quality or the paper, so I asked
Rieger if they could deliver to me in Los Angeles their quality ink at a
competitive price.
Rieger
has been servicing us now since November 1991. We have not had any
delivery problems, and in fact, by Rieger taking our waste ink for
recycling, they have eliminated the potential for environmental
problems.
California
is probably the top state in environmental consciousness, and they arc
delighted with our approach.
I
would recommend Rieger Printing Ink to anyone wishing to do quality
printing with professional, quality producing company. Rieger is a
pleasure to deal with and their product has made my job much easier.
If
you have any questions, feel free to call me at (818) 713-3203.
Sincerely
John
Webb
Production Director
Mead Packaging (Canada) Limited
281 Fairall Street
Ajax. Ontario L1S 1R7
Telephone: 905-683-2330
Fax: 905-683-5032
April 6, 1994
To Whom It May Concern
Mead Packaging (Canada) Limited
and Rieger Inks have enjoyed an excellent partnership.
Our relationship has been
beneficial to both parties.
Further information, if required
may be obtained by contacting the writer.
Yours truly,
MEAD PACKAGING (CANADA) LIMITED
Bob Chorney
Production Manager
Norwall
Group
April
6, 1994
RE: RIEGER INK COMPANY LIMITED
To
Whom It May Concern,
Rieger
Inks has been the principle Ink supply source of North American
Decorative Products Inc. for the past 15 years. Over this period we have
increased the Rieger material content from 40% to 90% currently of our
total annual purchase of Inks exceeding 1.7 million dollars.
Norwall's decision in moving towards single source supply has been
product consistency and control to meet increasing demands for
Statistical Process Controls in our operations.
In
this respect we have found this supplier has consistently met our
requirements.
Regards,
Colin
Ripper
V.T. MANUFACTURING
April
6,1994
To
Whom It May Concern:
Re:
Rieger Printing Ink - Business Reference
Southam
Inc., a major Canadian newspaper publishing group, has done business
with the Rieger Printing Ink company across Canada for many years.
We
find Rieger to be a very competent and reputable firm with ink products
of high quality.
We
are pleased to recommend this Company and their products to any
interested party.
Sincerely;
Bill
King
Director, Production Services
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October 14, 1991
Mr. Chris Barton
AIM Chemicals
18 Colburn Avenue
Victoria Point, Queensland 4165
AUSTRALIA
Fax #011-61-7-207-9656
Reference:
"62C" Safety Blanket Wash
Dear
Mr. Barton:
Please
find enclosed a copy of an internal memo from Ms. D.A. Ullenius relative
to the above referenced blanket wash and its use on presses connected to
a KATEC thermal oxidiser.
Should
you have any questions or comments fax me.
Sincerely,
TEC
SYSTEMS,
W.R. Grace & Co. – Conn.
Signature Not Provided
Thomas J. Piskor
Senior Account Executive
CC:
Kevin Lucas, Gas Energy Management Services
INTEROFFICE
CORRESPONDENCE
TO:
T. J. Piskor
FROM: D. A. Ullenius
SUBJECT:
Compatibility of Blanket Wash from AIM
Chemicals with KATEC Afterburner
DATE:
October 7, 1991
CC:
G.L. Brown, R.A. Carman
In
regard to the compatibility of AIM Chemicals, "62C Safety Blanket
Wash" with our KATEC pollution control unit, there should not be a
problem. Typically, we are concerned with washes that may contain
chlorine, however this particular blanket wash does not.
In
the past, we have not seen a problem in using blanket washes with a
similar chemical make up.
Signature Not Provided
D. Ullenius
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