Guardian HS7500 75% Isopropyl Alcohol Based Hand Sanitizer from Supply55, Inc.

Supply55, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of Guardian HS7500 Hand Sanitizer.

Guardian HS7500 Hand Sanitizer utilizes 75% Isopropyl Alcohol as its active ingredient, it is a liquid formulation and can be sprayed, poured, or pumped for use as a hand sanitizer or surface cleaner. Packaged in one (1) gallon bottles for replenishing of current dispensing systems eliminates additional unneeded small plastic bottles from entering the waste stream.

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Painting is not the only solution for decorating plastic signfaces. For high-volume jobs, screen printing with either solvent or UV curable inks is an economical solution. In selecting an ink system, ask your screen print supply distributor for a recommendation. The ink manufacturers’ technical bulletins will give you printing specifications. The type of mesh, squeegee, […] Read more »

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