November 2012
The Year in Review
nk manufacturers report that 2012 brought higher sales, but concerns over publication and commercial printing and the overall economy remain.
By David Savastano, Editor
Online Exclusive: A Look at the Ink Industry: Ink World Interview with George Sickinger
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Mergers and Acquisitions and the Ink Industry
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Coatings, Ink Industries Mourn Charles Hoover III
By David Savastano, Editor
The UV/EB Report
Energy curing technologies continue to enjoy growth, particularly on the packaging side, and ink manufacturers are developing new technologies to meet the needs of their customers.
By David Savastano, Editor
The Waxes and Additives Market
Ink manufacturers are looking to waxes and additives suppliers to help them improve performance.
By David Savastano, Editor
The Publication Ink Market
The Internet and the economy have impacted the publication field, as publishers try to find the balance between printed and online content.
By David Savastano, Editor
Ink Companies Ally with Equipment, Software Suppliers on Color Systems
By Sean Milmo, European Editor
NPIRI Technical Conference Examines Future Opportunities
By David Savastano, Editor
Ink Manufacturers Showcase Innovations at Labelexpo 2012
By David Savastano, Editor
How Green Will My Planet Be!
By Dr. Gilles Catherin
Ink Inc.
Digitl Ink Brings Excellence to the Inkjet Ink Market
By David Savastano, Editor
Editorial
Looking Back on 2012¦Looking Ahead to 2013
By David Savastano, Editor
Market Watch
Sensient Technologies Reports Results for 3Q 2012
September 2012
The Buyers Guide
From adhesion promoters to zinc oxide and attritors to waste management services, Ink World’s Annual Buyers’ Guide has everything you may need, as well as important information on suppliers, distributors and trade associations.
By David Savastano, Editor
Online Exclusive: Coatings and Ink Industry Mourns Steve Guntner
By Kerry Pianoforte
Online Exclusive: The 2012 Machinery and Equipment Review
Online Exclusive: NAPIM Honors Jonathan Graunke, Rick Krause
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Ink Manufacturers Showcase Innovations at Labelexpo 2012
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: 'How To' Textured Inks
By Terry Mitchell, Director of Marketing, FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Graphic Systems Division
The Raw Material Report
While the costs and availability of many raw materials have stabilized during 2012, there remain reasons for concern for prices and supply during the coming year.
By David Savastano, Editor
The Chinese Ink Market
The Chinese printing ink industry continues to enjoy growth, driven by packaging and increased opportunities for environmentally friendly products.
By David Savastano, Editor
Economic Conditions are Helping Push Sustainability Forward
By Sean Milmo, European Editor
August 2012
Online Exclusive: NPIRI's 2012 Summer Course Helps Attendees Learn More About the Ink Industry
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Pigment Industry Remembers Chris Whiston
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Upcoming NPIRI's Technical Conference to Focus on Future Opportunities, Markets and Partnerships
By David Savastano
Top International Ink Companies
As Recovery Continues, Raw Material Concerns Grow
By David Savastano, Editor
Ink Industry Highlights Innovations during drupa 2012
Digital technologies take center stage as ink manufacturers showcase their newest products
By David Savastano, Editor
The Inkjet Report
By Kerry Pianoforte, Associate Editor
Landa’s Nanographic Presses, NanoInk May Lead to Gains in Digital
By Sean Milmo, European Editor
Vehicles and Varnishes
For the most part, raw material costs seem to have stabilized, and vehicle and varnish manufacturers are optimistic about the coming year.
By David Savastano, Editor
The Metallic Pigment Market
Metallic pigment manufacturers reported growth in 2011 and are cautiously optimistic for the coming year.
By Kerry Pianoforte, Associate Editor
Ink Inc.
Food Packaging Inks are Mirage Inks’ Forte
By David Savastano, Editor
June 2012
The Asia-Pacific Ink Report
The printing and printing ink industries continued to enjoy growth in 2011, and 2012 looks to be another strong year in the region.
By David Savastano, Editor
Online Exclusive: Ink Manufacturers Expand Operations in Latin America
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: A Look at the Ink Industry at the Halfway Point of 2012
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Arez LLC Opens in Crossett, AR
By David Savastano
The Resin Report
Resin manufacturers have faced numerous challenges during the past few years, but are relatively optimistic about 2012 and beyond.
By David Savastano, Editor
The Additives Market
By David Savastano, Editor
The Packaging Ink Report
By David Savastano, Editor
Pigment Manufacturers Struggle With Costs in Europe
By Sean Milmo, European Editor
2012 NAPIM Convention Review
Branding, Blue Ocean Strategy are among the topics discussed by ink industry leaders, while the State of the Industry Report painted a challenging picture of 2011.
By David Savastano, Editor
Richard Breen Receives NAPIM’s Ault Award
By David Savastano, Editor
2012 NAPIM Printing Ink Pioneer Award Recipients
By David Savastano, Editor
Ink Inc.
UniPixel’s Flexible Conductive Films Find Opportunities in the Marketplace
By David Savastano, Editor
March 2012
The North American Top 20
By David Savastano, Editor
Online Exclusive: With New Facility, INX Looks to Expand Presence in Metal Deco Market
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Richard Breen Receives NAPIM Ault Award
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: The Sheetfed Ink Report
The commercial sheetfed market continues to struggle, while folding carton enjoyed growth during the past year
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: NPIRI Summer Course Set at Fox Valley Technical College
By Kerry Pianoforte
Online Exclusive: Bühler GD Group’s Open House Focuses on North America with Open House Providing Insight for Attendees
Online Exclusive: MNYPIA Honors Ed Pruitt as Man of the Year
By Kerry Pianoforte
Online Exclusive: Initial Thoughts on drupa 2012
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: The Flexo Ink Market
By Kerry Pianoforte
The Pigment Report
For pigment manufacturers, 2011 brought some growth in the printing ink market, and they remain optimistic for 2012 in spite of concerns over the economy and raw materials.
By David Savastano, Editor
Flint Group’s Diane Parisi Brings Dedication, Passion to the Ink Industry
By David Savastano, Editor
The Conductive Ink Market
Conductive ink manufacturers see plenty of opportunities for printed electronics to move into mainstream commercial applications, ranging from displays and lighting to solar cells and batteries
By David Savastano, Editor
Ink Inc.
Arpro M-Tec Brings Expertise to Water-Based Metallic Flexo Ink Field
By Kerry Pianoforte, Associate Editor
January 2012
Packaging Converters are Looking To Phase Out Mineral Oils in Inks
By Sean Milmo, European Editor
Ink World U.S. Ink Directory 2012
From 3M to Zeres, Ink World's annual U.S. Ink Directory offers comprehensive information on more than 200 U.S. printing ink manufacturers, from addresses and contact information to major products and key contacts.
By Staff
PE USA 2011 Showcases Growth of Commercialization of Printed Electronics Products
By David Savastano, Editor
The Milling Report
Milling equipment manufacturers must innovate to stay ahead in these challenging economic times.
By Kerry Pianoforte, Associate Editor
For Joon Choo, Interview with Shamrock Technologies Opens Amazing Path
Shamrock VP receives NAPIM’s TAM Service Award for outstanding service to the industry
By David Savastano, Editor
CPIPC Honors Rick Westrom, Suresh Mahajan
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: MNYCA Hosts Workshop on Social Media Strategies and the Coatings Industry
Experts offer insight on what it takes to develop a social media program for your businesses
By Kerry Pianoforte
Online Exclusive: Digital Ink Technologies Remain Strong in Early 2012
By David Savastano
Online Exclusive: Superior Printing Ink Acquires Ink Makers, Inc.
By David Savastano
