December 2001
German Ink Companies Look to the Future 16
The major German ink companies look to expand their horizons through increased efforts in exports.
By Sean Milmo
UV Flexographic Inks: Correlation Between Rheology and Press Performance
By Robert J. Geiger and Charles A. Henderson
The Future of Printing Inks
By David Savastano
UV Ink in China is Developing In the New Millennium
By David Wang
Dedicated to Service
Apollo Colors’ Tom Rogers Receives NAPIM’s TAM Service Award
By David Savastano
Shining Bright
By Mike Agosta
Waxes, Solvents and Additives
A look at what’s new and what’s in store in the waxes, solvents and additives markets
By David Savastano
Market Watch
The Year in Review
The U.S. economic downturn, combined with the tragic Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, has made 2001 a difficult year for the ink industry.
By Dave Savastano
NAPIM Manufacturing Seminar
NAPIM hosts first Manufacturing Seminar during the ICE Show.
By Kerry Pianoforte
November 2001
Europe's Economic Slowdown Hits Ink, Printing Industries Hard
The European ink sector is going through tough times at the moment, but amid the gloom there are bright spots.
By Sean Milmo
The Packaging Report
Ink Companies on the Web
Ink companies are increasingly using their web sites as a valuable informational tool.
By Kerry Pianoforte
Expanding the Borders of Our World
By David Savastano
Making a Difference at EIC
Ed Redman made a decision to stay in North Carolina and develop his own ink company, and the results have been exceptional.
By Dave Savastano
NPIRI Conference Review
Blend of new features, old favorites make for a valuable time for attendees.
By Dave Savastano
October 2001
Publication Ink Market
With print advertising down nearly 10 percent this year due to the economic downturn in the U.S., printing ink manufacturers are finding the market to be ever more challenging.
By Dave Savastano
Counterfeiting is Major Concern as Euros Go to Press
By Sean Milmo
R&D Holds the Key For Specialty Ink Makers
Specialty ink makers can’t afford to cut back on product development due to fears about the economy.
By Mike Agosta
OCCA Annual General Meeting Comes to Toronto
By Mike Miller
The UV Report
Hybrid inks, a combination of UV and conventional ink, has become an increasingly popular product for the printing industry.
By Dave Savastano
Print 01 Overshadowed by Tragedy, Economy
Even before the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, Print 01 was a disappointment for most ink companies.
By Dave Savastano
September 2001
Providing Superior Quality and Value
Superior Printing Ink prides itself on offering “Modern Technology, Old Fashioned Service” throughout its storied history.
By Dave Savastano
Ink Companies Look for Opportunities To Collaborate with Co-Suppliers
By Sean Milmo
The Raw Material Report
By David Savastano
Cloud Point vs. Traditional Titration Methods to Determine Solubility
By Bob Cook
The Raw Material Report
Uncertain crude oil prices, economic conditions have raw material suppliers concerned about the future.
By Dave Savastano
August 2001
When OSHA Comes to the Door
Good preparation, training programs are keys to avoiding problems during an inspection.
By Dave Savastano
Growing Popularity of Metallics Leads to Greater Opportunities, Competition
By Sean Milmo
Analyzing Offset Inks
Offset ink manufacturers use a wide array of testing equipment to check the physical properties of their products.
By David Savastano
High Performance Pigments: A Viable Alternative
Printers continue to seek inks with improved performance properties, particularly because of the growth of industrial printing applications. High performance pigments might be just the answer.
By Jenn Hess
July 2001
Printing Money: Ink Jet Continues to Grow
While 2001 has been a rough road for much of the ink industry, ink jet has maintained outstanding growth through technology proliferation and expansion into new markets.
By Tom Williams
Despite Growth, UV Ink Still Tries To Shake Specialty Label
By Sean Milmo
Cantu Receives Pioneer Award
NAPIM honors 31-year industry veteran for his dedication to the business and efforts outside of the ink lab.
By Jenn Hess
Preparing for the Future
Print 01 provides opportunities for ink companies to showcase new products.
By David Savastano
Polymers in Ink Chemistry
By Dr. Joy T. Kunjappu
The Latin American Market
Economic concerns, acquisitions are among key concerns facing ink manufacturers
By Dave Savastano
June 2001
The Asian Ink Review
Spurred by growing populations and surging exports, the printing industries in India and China are rapidly expanding, which is drawing increased attention from printing ink manufacturers.
By Dave Savastano
U.S. Ink Forecast
U.S. ink manufacturers are preparing for a slow year as the U.S. economy remains weak and competition in key segments heightens.
By Dave Savastano
FFTA Forum: A Grand Ole Event
Opryland was buzzing as printers, ink manufacturers and suppliers met in Nashville to learn about the newest developments in flexo.
By Jenn Hess
May 2001
Gravure Market Update
In the face of uncertain economic times, the gravure market is striving to maintain margins and market share while focusing on technological advances to drive growth.
By Tom Williams
The NAPIM Convention Review
A discussion on the similarities and differences between North American and European ink industries caps this year’s successful NAPIM convention.
By Dave Savastano
The Resin Report
Resins are a critical component for manufacturing inks. As the economy slows, increasing raw material costs are putting pressure on resin manufacturers to raise prices to ink companies.
By Dave Savastano
April 2001
Large Format Makes Strides in Europe
Large format is emerging as one of the fastest-growing printing sectors in Europe, and is having a major influence on both technical and
By Sean Milmo
Buying Peace of Mind
Purchasing executives work hard to make sure that their companies
By Dave Savastano
The U.S. Top 20
It was an active year for the printing ink industry. Companies raised prices and prepared for the future by developing new products.
March 2001
The European Ink Market Overview
Printing ink manufacturers are hoping to raise prices this year, but they are concerned about uncertainty in advertising trends.
By Sean Milmo
The Pigment Report
Facing rising costs, many pigment makers raised their prices, but as the U.S. economy begins to slow down, the future is uncertain.
By Dave Savastano
Siegwerk’s Tradition of Excellence
From its beginnings in 1840, Siegwerk Druckfarben has grown into
By Dave Savastano
February 2001
2001 Flexo Report
Manufacturers of flexographic inks have a lot to smile about. More printers are embracing flexography, and in a wider range of end-use segments. Demand also continues to rise for UV, EB and water-based flexo inks.
By Jenn Hess
Epson’s America In Detail
National exhibition shines a light on the future of photographic-quality printing.
By Tom Williams
Ed Fischer Receives Pioneer Award
Long-time INX International packaging specialist honored by industry.
By Tom Williams
Preparing for the Future
Milling manufacturers work on solutions for energy-cured and ink jet inks.
By Dave Savastano
January 2001
Hindustan Enters U.S. Market with Micro Inks
New Illinois-based subsidiary plans to sell full line of products.
By Dave Savastano
Lyson, Inc.: In Every Piece of the Pie
By Tom Williams
A Technology of the Future
Concerns about the high cost of EB curing equipment might have
By Jenn Hess
The Offset Report
Raw material costs, price pressures and printer consolidation have constrained growth rates, but the offset market continues to make gains while keeping a wary eye on the coming year
By Tom Williams
