Franmar On-Press Color Change – Soy-Based On-Press Cleaner for Fast Screen Printing Color Changes
Franmar
Franmar Color Change is the soy-based on-press ink remover that replaced Methylene Chloride in screen printing shops everywhere. Fast, low-odor, and safe enough to use all day — spray it on the ink side, wipe clean with a shop towel, and you’re ready for the next color in seconds. No water rinse, no harsh fumes, no aerosol. Made from 100% American-grown soybeans.
Price range: $28.50 through $460.00
Description
Franmar Color Change™ On-Press Ink Remover
Most shops switched to Color Change and never looked back. It does everything Methylene Chloride does — fast color changes, screen opening, ink cleanup — without the toxic chemistry, offensive odor, or aerosol can. Spray or pour a small amount on the screen, wipe with a shop towel, and the screen is clean. Works on plastisol and all-purpose inks. Soy-based and 100% biodegradable.
Replaces Methylene Chloride
Franmar developed Color Change specifically to eliminate the need for Methylene Chloride and other toxic on-press cleaners. Same speed, same results, without the hazards.
No Water Rinse
Apply, wipe, done. No washout booth trip required. Perfect for on-press use where you need to stay at the press and keep production moving.
Opens Clogged Mesh
Use Color Change during a run to reopen areas of mesh that have started to clog without pulling the screen off press.
Non-Aerosol
Liquid formula in a spray bottle — not a pressurized aerosol can. Lower waste, safer storage, more controlled application.
Low Odor
Dramatically less odor than mineral spirits and Methylene Chloride alternatives. Safer and more comfortable for daily production use.
100% Biodegradable
Made from American-grown soybeans. Fully biodegradable and drain-safe.
How to Use Franmar Color Change
Step 1 — Scrape Excess Ink
Remove excess ink from the screen with a spatula before applying Color Change.
Step 2 — Apply
Spray or pour a small amount of Color Change onto the ink side of the screen. Less is more.
Step 3 — Wipe Clean
Wipe screen clean with shop towels. Repeat on back of screen image area.
Step 4 — Degrease
Wipe both sides with Franmar D•Grease or a damp shop towel to remove any solvent residue before re-taping.
Step 5 — Dry & Print
Allow screen to dry thoroughly. If tape isn’t sticking, wipe again with a damp towel and allow to dry fully before retaping.
The Complete Franmar Screen Cleaning System
Franmar makes a soy-based, eco-friendly chemical for every step of the screen printing workflow — from on-press color changes through ink removal, emulsion stripping, haze removal, and mesh prep. All River City Supply Franmar products linked below:
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1 · On-Press Cleanup
Franmar Color Change
Soy-based on-press ink remover for plastisol color changes. Replaces Methylene Chloride. No water rinse.
✔ No water rinse — wipe on, wipe off
2 · Ink Removal
Franmar Bean-e-doo
The original Franmar soy-based plastisol ink remover. Reclaim room use — scrub and rinse with water.
✔ Original Franmar formula — soy-based
2 · Ink Removal
Franmar Aqua-Wash
Water-based ink remover. Removes all WB inks, acts as screen opener on press. Eliminates ghost images.
✔ WB ink specialist — screen opener + remover in one
2 · Ink Removal
Franmar Greeneway
Multipurpose soy ink remover. Handles plastisol, UV, all-purpose, nylon jacket, and lacquer inks. Dilutable up to 50% with water.
✔ Any ink type — plastisol, UV, solvent, all-purpose
2 · Ink Removal
Franmar UV Ink Remover
Soy-based UV ink remover. pH 4.65, VOC 1.6%. Removes UV inks from mesh without acetone or mineral spirits.
✔ UV ink specialist — pH 4.65, VOC 1.6%
2 · Ink Removal
Franmar Solvent Ink Remover
Eco-friendly replacement for mineral spirits and volatile solvents for solvent-based ink removal. Non-flammable, biodegradable.
✔ Non-flammable solvent ink remover
3 · Emulsion Removal
Franmar Strip-e-doo
Eco-friendly emulsion remover. Removes all brands of emulsion, capillary film, and stencils. Built-in degreaser with color-change indicator.
✔ Color changes when spent — built-in degreaser
3 · Emulsion Removal
Franmar UN-Lok
Gel formula for locked, hardened emulsion that standard removers can’t break down. Stays wet up to 24 hours. Works in 30 min or less.
✔ Saves screens from remeshing — gel stays 24 hrs
5 · Adhesive Cleanup
Franmar Ickee Stickee Unstuck
Pallet adhesive remover for spray adhesive buildup on platens, squeegees, machine parts, and shop surfaces.
✔ Spray, wait, wipe — removes pallet adhesive
4 · Mesh Prep
Franmar D-Grease
Screen degreaser for mesh prep before emulsion coating. Also cleans solvent residue after press cleanup.
✔ Pre-coating mesh prep — removes oil & solvent residue
4 · Haze Removal
Franmar D-Haze
Liquid haze and ghost image remover. Apply to dry or damp screen after emulsion removal — scrub and rinse.
✔ Liquid formula — use every reclaim
4 · Haze Removal
Franmar D-Haze Gel
Gel haze remover. Clings to mesh for targeted long-dwell applications. Up to 1 hour dwell. For stubborn ghost images.
✔ Gel clings — up to 1 hour dwell for tough stains
🧪 Franmar Screen Cleaning Workflow
| Step | Process | Franmar Product | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | On-Press Cleanup | Color Change | Quick color changes at press. No water rinse. Replaces Methylene Chloride. |
| 2 | Ink Removal | Bean-e-doo / Aqua-Wash / Greeneway / UV Remover / Solvent Remover | Remove ink from mesh. Product selection depends on ink type. |
| 3 | Emulsion Strip | Strip-e-doo / UN-Lok | Remove emulsion stencil. Strip-e-doo for routine reclaim; UN-Lok for locked emulsion. |
| 4 | Haze & Mesh Prep | D•Haze / D•Haze Gel / D•Grease | Remove ghost images. Degrease mesh before recoating. |
| 5 | Adhesive Cleanup | Ickee Stickee Unstuck | Remove pallet adhesive buildup from pallets, platens, and equipment. |
🏆 Why Order from River City Supply?
📦 Deep Inventory
Full Franmar line in stock year-round from San Antonio, TX — no waiting on backorders.
🚚 Same-Day Shipping
In-stock orders placed before 3:30 PM CT ship the same day.
🌡️ San Antonio Advantage
South Texas location — less freeze risk than northern warehouses year-round.
🎁 Free Shipping Over $200
Free ground shipping on all orders over $200.
📞 Expert Support
Call (512) 454-0505 — we know screen printing chemistry and can help you choose the right product.
⭐ 17+ Years in Business
Founded 2008. Serving screen printers nationwide since before soy-based chemistry was mainstream.
Technical Specifications
| Franmar Color Change™ On-Press Ink Remover — Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Franmar Color Change™ On-Press Ink Remover |
| Brand | Franmar Chemical — Made in USA |
| Type / Category | On-Press Cleanup |
| Ink Compatibility | Plastisol, All-Purpose |
| Base Formula | 100% American-grown soybeans |
| VOC / Odor | Low VOC — non-aerosol |
| Eco Profile | 100% biodegradable, non-caustic |
| Water Rinse Required | No — wipe clean with shop towel |
| Yield | 35 standard silkscreens per quart |
| Available Sizes | Quart, Gallon, 5-Gallon |
Technical Sheets / Safety Data Sheets / Documents
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does Color Change work without a water rinse?
Yes — that’s the point. Color Change is a wipe-on, wipe-off on-press cleaner. No washout booth, no water. Wipe with shop towels, then degrease with D•Grease or a damp towel.
What did Color Change replace?
Methylene Chloride, mineral spirits, and other harsh on-press cleaners. Franmar formulated Color Change to deliver the same fast ink removal without the toxic chemistry or offensive odor.
Can I use Color Change to open clogged screens during a run?
Yes. Spray a small amount onto a shop towel and wipe the clogged image area. This is one of Color Change’s best uses in a production environment.
Does Color Change remove water-based inks?
No. Color Change is formulated for plastisol and all-purpose inks. For water-based inks, use Franmar Aqua-Wash.
Is Color Change safe for daily use?
Yes. It’s non-caustic, low-odor, and biodegradable. Wear gloves and eye protection as with any chemical, but it’s significantly safer than the products it replaces.
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