inks
Getting it covered
CanTech International examines the latest developments in the inks and coatings sectors
Creating visual appeal
The aerosol can market, driven by factors such as convenience and sustainability, particularly in the personal care sector, presents a dynamic landscape for metal decoration. Alex Rivers reports, and speaks with INX International’s Alex Folloso about the opportunities and challenges involved
John Hrdlick and Jim Kochanny honoured with NAPIM Awards
INX International Ink Co president and CEO, John Hrdlick, and Jim Kochanny, senior VP/chief operating officer, were recognised by the industry with NAPIM Printing Ink Awards on 26 March at the Silverado Resort & Spa in Napa, CA.
Zeller+Gmelin releases new ink series for printing on metal
Printing ink manufacturer, Zeller+Gmelin, has announced the market launch of the new MetalDry O30 ink series.
Sun Chemical to further increase prices
Sun Chemical has announced further price increases across its entire portfolio of packaging, commercial sheetfed, and screen inks, coatings, consumables, and adhesives in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
Toyo Ink expands inkjet ink capacity in France
Toyo Ink Europe Specialty Chemicals has started operations of an all-new €13-million production facility for inkjet inks at its manufacturing complex in Oissel in northern France.
INX creates printing advice resource
INX International Ink Co has created the Printer Space blog as a helpful solution to finding accurate and useful information in order to keep pace with the changes in the printing and ink world.
Sun Chemical increases sustainability of its LED UV sheetfed inks
Sun Chemical has announced upgrades to its SunWave Lumina UV sheetfed inks for commercial printing.
Markem-Imaje wins award for ink safety and sustainability campaign
Markem-Imaje has won a European Excellence Award in the Chemicals & Industrials category.
Markem-Imaje offers higher safety standards for packaged food with thermochromic ink
The thermochromic ink changes colour at high temperatures to indicate correct sterilisation of packaged food products.
Zeller+Gmelin announces new head of printing inks division
Andreas Koch has been entrusted with the management of the printing inks business unit of Zeller+Gmelin.
INX International reinforces its commitment to sustainability
INX Europe’s decision to join Ceflex, the European-based flexible packaging consortium, last month represents the latest example of how the company has enhanced its support of a two decade long commitment to sustainable and Corporate Social Responsibility practices.
Sun Chemical and DIC Corporation acquire Seller Ink Industria e Comércio de Tintas e Vernizes Ltda
Sun Chemical and its parent company, DIC Corporation, have acquired Seller Ink Industria e Comércio de Tintas e Vernizes Ltda, a specialty inks and coatings manufacturer based in São Paulo, Brazil.
Ink Systems becomes Zeller + Gmelin’s new representative in South East Asia
Ink Systems Co Ltd of Thailand has officially taken over the distribution of printing inks and varnishes from Zeller+Gmelin GmbH & Co KG for the Southeast Asian region.
Domino Printing Sciences appoints Alberto Sanson as new chief information officer
As CIO, Sansons’s responsibilities will include leading Domino’s Information Technology (IT) function as a key member of the Domino Executive Leadership team.