David Savastano, Editor01.18.23
The ink industry is always looking for ways to improve sustainability. Pigments typically make up the largest percentage of an ink formulation. While it is difficult to make a 100% sustainable pigment, pigment manufacturers do incorporate some sustainable materials in their products while also improving their manufacturing process.
Rachel Li, segment marketing manager for FUJIFILM Ink Solutions Group, noted that pigmented inkjet technology is the best in terms of environmental impact for textile manufacturing.
“In textile, Fujifilm is supporting the drive for pigment ink technology as a process that has lower environmental impact than dye-based printing which is currently the most popular digital process,” said Li. “Dye uses more water and energy throughout the manufacturing and printing processes. Advances in ink technology will be the main factor to enable pigment inks to further ex
Rachel Li, segment marketing manager for FUJIFILM Ink Solutions Group, noted that pigmented inkjet technology is the best in terms of environmental impact for textile manufacturing.
“In textile, Fujifilm is supporting the drive for pigment ink technology as a process that has lower environmental impact than dye-based printing which is currently the most popular digital process,” said Li. “Dye uses more water and energy throughout the manufacturing and printing processes. Advances in ink technology will be the main factor to enable pigment inks to further ex
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