Features

Printed Electronics in 2012: The Year in Review
David Savastano, Ink World Editor January 22, 2013
In recent years, the printed electronics (PE) industry has made gains in a wide range of disciplines, from components, materials and equipment to research that have the potential to open up new opportunities. Each year, industry conferences host sp…
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Braden Sutphin Ink Celebrates 100 Years of Excellence
David Savastano, Ink World Editor January 18, 2013
For Braden Sutphin Ink, 2013 offers a time to look back on its accomplishments over the years, as well as to look ahead to many more years to come.
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The Milling Report
David Savastano, Ink World Editor January 18, 2013
Milling and mixer manufacturers are working hard to develop new equipment that meets the needs of the ink industry
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2013 U.S. Ink Directory
Staff January 18, 2013
From 3M to Zeres, Ink World’s annual U.S. Ink Directory provides comprehensive information on more than 200 U.S. ink manufacturers, including major products and key contacts.
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Converters, Brand Owners Slow to Utilize Low Migration Inks
Sean Milmo, Ink World European Editor January 18, 2013
European ink producers have been expanding their portfolios of low migration inks in response to continued public anxiety about contamination of food products by chemicals used in packaging. Leading ink manufacturers in Europe like Sun Chemical, Fli…
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How Green Will My Planet Be
Dr. Gilles Catherin, Siegwerk November 16, 2012
To turn “Anthropocene” into a green era When the Nobel Prize chemist Paul Crutzen popularized ‘Anthropocene” as a geological term that serves to mark the evidence and extent of human activities that have had a significant i…
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Ink Manufacturers Showcase Innovations at Labelexpo 2012
David Savastano, Editor November 16, 2012
Labelexpo Americas 2012 offered plenty of new developments for the label and narrow web market, and ink manufacturers were on hand to showcase new products and meet with attendees. Sun Chemical introduced a wide range of solutions for the narrow w…
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NPIRI Technical Conference Examines Future Opportunities
David Savastano, Ink World Editor November 16, 2012
Past NPIRI award honorees gathered to honor Jonathan Graunke and Rick Krause after they received their awards during the NPIRI Technical Conference: from left, Maurice Carruthers, Rich Bradley, Lisa Fine. Joe Cichon, Rick Krau…
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The Waxes and Additives Market
David Savastano, Ink World Editor November 16, 2012
Ink manufacturers are looking to waxes and additives suppliers to help them improve performance.
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The Publication Ink Market
David Savastano, Ink World Editor November 16, 2012
The Internet and the economy have impacted the publication field, as publishers try to find the balance between printed and online content.
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The UV/EB Report
David Savastano, Ink World Editor November 16, 2012
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.
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The Year in Review
David Savastano, Ink World Editor November 15, 2012
Ink manufacturers report that 2012 brought higher sales, but concerns over publication and commercial printing and the overall economy remain.
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Ink Companies Ally with Equipment, Software Suppliers on Color Systems
Sean Milmo, European Editor November 15, 2012
More high powered branding, changes in shopping patterns and new regulations in sectors like pharmaceuticals are accelerating the need for even more effective color management in packaging in Europe
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The Buyers' Guide
Staff September 27, 2012
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.
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The Chinese Ink Market
David Savastano, Ink World Editor September 24, 2012
The Chinese printing ink industry continues to enjoy growth, driven by packaging and increased opportunities for environmentally friendly products.
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