Generally, paper processing machines can be used. However, YUPO's attributes differ to organic paper in some aspects, so please read the following before carrying out any processing.

1. 1

   YUPO is non-absorbent and non-permeable.

   • * One grade, "AQUAYUPO" can absorb water.
2. 2. If YUPO is left in a high-temperature environment, thermal contraction and distortions may occur. Contraction will be greater at right-angles to the grain than in the direction of the YUPO grain.
3. 3. When rolling YUPO up for use, the tension must be extremely low. If it is pulled strongly in the direction that it unwinds, it will stretch. If the ambient temperature is high at this time, the stretching will be more pronounced.
4. 4. If YUPO's edge gets nicked once, it will be prone to tearing from that point. YUPO tears more easily in the direction of the YUPO grain.
5. 5. YUPO is difficult to fold and tends to become unfolded.
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6. 6. If YUPO comes into contact with printed material made of natural paper, it may curl or change shape due to swelling as a result of the solvents in ink for conventional paper (i.e., solvent attack). Avoid using YUPO with natural paper.