Trusted by Newspaper Printers. Built for Pressroom Performance.
For decades, newspaper printers have relied on the Liquid Gold™ name to deliver consistent print quality, stable ink/water balance, and reliable press performance. The Liquid Gold family of fountain solutions is designed specifically for coldset and newspaper printing applications, helping pressrooms reduce waste, improve startup times, and maintain clean, sharp print quality.
Why Printers Choose Liquid Gold™
- Cleaner, sharper print quality
- Stable ink and water balance
- Reduced toning and emulsification
- Faster press startups with less waste
- Available in neutral and mild acid formulations
- Compatible with spray, brush, and conventional dampening systems
Featured Application
Newspaper & Coldset Printing
Products such as Liquid Gold™ 148, 248, 262, 290, and 820 are formulated to help printers achieve cleaner backgrounds, improved plate protection, reduced piling, and greater print consistency throughout the run.
Liquid Gold™ Product Line Differences
The Liquid Gold™ family was developed to support different newspaper pressroom environments, water conditions, and dampening system requirements. Each formulation is optimized for specific operating conditions to help printers maintain consistent print quality and press stability.
- Liquid Gold™ 148 – Designed for coldset newspaper printing with excellent plate protection and stable ink/water balance. Well-suited for conventional dampening systems and daily newspaper production.
- Liquid Gold™ 248 – Formulated to help reduce toning and improve startup performance while maintaining cleaner backgrounds during long press runs.
- Liquid Gold™ 262 – Developed for pressrooms requiring enhanced control in varying water conditions, helping maintain consistency and reduced emulsification throughout production.
- Liquid Gold™ 290 – Optimized for higher-speed newspaper operations where reduced waste, faster startups, and cleaner print reproduction are critical to efficiency.
- Liquid Gold™ 820 – A higher-performance formulation designed for demanding press environments requiring strong buffering capacity, excellent plate cleanliness, and stable operation during extended runs.
No matter the press configuration or production environment, the Liquid Gold™ line provides newspaper printers with reliable fountain solution technology backed by RBP technical support and decades of pressroom experience.
