Custom Performance InkJet Ink – Basics of Ink Creation

With a comprehensive on-site laboratory, over 25 years’ experience in developing ink technologies, and a state-of-the-art manufacturing plant, InkJet can design and manufacture inks to meet your most unique and complex printing needs. If you are stumped by a printing or substrate challenge, we have the expertise and experience to create a custom solution to meet your use case.

InkJet, Inc. takes great pride in the high-quality, innovative ink solutions we’ve developed using our tested and proved R&D process methodology.

The six stages of the ink creation process:

STEP #1

Resin

Resin is an important component as it binds the other materials consumed in the process together and forms a film that aids in adhering to the substrate.

STEP #2

Dye

The dye contains high quality colorants which provide visibility on substrates.

Step #3

Solvent

The solvent is added to dissolve the binder and dye to maintain the flow of the ink at a certain viscosity.

STEP #4

Mixed Fluid

All ingredients are mixed to form a homogenous solution.

STEP #5

Filter

The ink is then moved through an enhanced filtration system to remove anything that was insoluble.

STEP #6

Test

The ink is then tested to ensure quality and to help determine the properties of the formula.

STEP #7

Package

Lastly, the fluid is packaged in the required container.

InkJet, Inc. follows a basic philosophy of inspiration and perspiration in the creation of custom performance inks.

Inspiration

Our in-house R&D lab gathers inspiration from around the globe.

Perspiration

Each fluid/ink is designed from customer requirements to experimental testing and then to the final formula.

Do you have a special application or need for a custom ink? Contact us today!