Features

Ink Companies are Being Called Upon To Help Drive Toward Carbon Labeling

The European printing industry and its suppliers are having to become much more active on the issue of carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions due to public awareness about global warming.

Sean Milmo, Ink World European Editor 04.04.07

The North American Top 20

North American ink manufacturers generally reported improved results in 2006, as key printing markets enjoyed growth and raw material prices showed signs of stabilizing.

Staff 04.04.07

The Flexo Ink Market

Despite rising raw material costs, the flexo ink market had another strong year in 2006, driven in part by the introduction of new performance-based products in the flexible packaging market.

Kerry Pianoforte, Ink World Associate Editor 03.13.07

Flushed Colors and Pigments

The Pigment Report

Although 2006 was a year of improvement, pigment manufacturers are coping with a wide variety of challenges, including raw material pricing and supply issues and overcapacity.

03.13.07

The European Ink Market

Sales of printing inks rose throughout Europe in 2006, but raw materials, REACH and the overall outlook for print media remain serious concerns.

Sean Milmo, Ink World European Editor 03.13.07

Mills and Mixers

The Milling Report

Milling and mixing equipment manufacturers have reported that increasing interest in UV, digital and nanotechnology is creating new opportunities.

Kerry Pianoforte, Ink World Associate Editor 01.26.07

Vehicles and Varnishes

Vehicles and varnishes play a critical role in ink, and terms such as 'guts' and 'heart of the ink' speak to their importance. Ink makers rely on their suppliers to help provide the critical characteristics that printers seek.

David Savastano, Ink World Editor 01.26.07

Inkjet Inks and Toners | Specialty Inks

Ink Manufacturers are Finding Opportunities in the Textile Market

Digital technologies and new environmental standards are providing ink companies with new possibilities in the textile segment.

Sean Milmo, Ink World European Editor 01.26.07

Toyo Ink Celebrates 100 Years, Looks Ahead to the Future

As Toyo Ink commemorates its 100th anniversary, the company continues to build on its core business and branch out into a wide range of related fields.

David Savastano, Ink World Editor 01.08.07

Sheetfed Inks

The Sheetfed Ink Report

Sheetfed ink manufacturers had a solid year in 2006, and see opportunities for growth in 2007.

David Savastano, Ink World Editor 01.08.07

Ink Manufacturers Prepare Themselves as REACH Legislation is Approved

With REACH scheduled to go into effect in June 2007, the ink industry and its suppliers have to determine how to cope with the new regulations.

Sean Milmo, Ink World European Editor 01.05.07

Inkjet Inks and Toners

The UV Inkjet Ink Report

The UV inkjet market continues to be one of the brighter spots for the ink industry.

Kerry Pianoforte, Ink World Associate Editor 01.05.07

Conductive Inks and Printed Electronics

Printed Electronics USA 2006 Showcases Advances, Potential

The field of printed electronics is fast becoming an area of interest for many companies large and small alike.

David Savastano, Ink World Editor 01.05.07

The Year in Review

For the most part, ink manufacturers saw some sales growth in 2006, but consolidation, raw material prices and other concerns have industry officials cautiously optimistic about their business as they head into the new year.

David Savastano, Ink World Editor 12.07.06

Metallics and Special Effects Pigments