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Varn Rapid Blanket Blue Swell

Varn Rapid Blanket Blue Swell

Item Number: 15205RB
$17.50 USD
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Varn Swell Alternative

3 oz Bottle Fast-Acting Blanket Repair Topical “Touch-and-Go” Fix

Similar to the now-discontinued Varn Swell, Rapid Blanket Blue Swell is a fast-acting topical blanket repair solution designed to restore low spots and smashed areas so you can return to clean, consistent printing on halftones and critical images—without unnecessary downtime.

Sold Individually: 3 oz bottle
Primary use
Repairs blanket low spots
Time-to-result
Back to press in minutes
Cost impact
Extends blanket lifespan

What It Does

Blue Swell is applied directly to the affected area of the printing blanket to restore the printing surface and bring pressure back into spec. Instead of replacing a blanket prematurely, you treat only the smashed or low spot—helping protect print quality and reduce waste.

Common causes: stock misfeeds, hidden markers, short sheets, incomplete envelopes, and other blanket smash events.

Advantages

  • Fast-acting to reduce expensive downtime
  • No waste—treat the affected area only
  • Economical for extending blanket life
  • Compatible with multiple blanket types and press environments
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How to Use

Step 1
Identify the low spot
Locate the smashed or damaged area impacting pressure and image quality.
Step 2
Apply a small droplet
Apply directly to the affected area—no need to treat the entire blanket.
Step 3
Resume printing
In many cases, you can be back on press within minutes after treatment.
Best use case: A quick “touch-and-go” repair to restore halftones and critical images after blanket smash events.

Safety Information

HMIS Rating
Health 2
Fire 1
Reactivity 0
Personal Protection X
WHMIS Classification
Health D2A
Flammability n/a
HMIS Index
  • 0 = Minimal
  • 1 = Slight
  • 2 = Moderate
  • 3 = Serious
  • 4 = Severe
  • X = See Supervisor

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