A value-driven approach to purchasing inks, coatings, and digital solutions in a competitive market
In print production, ink is often treated as a line item rather than a system. Price per pound is easy to compare and easy to document, which makes it a convenient metric for purchasing decisions. But convenience does not equal accuracy.For printers, converters, and brand owners operating in complex production environments, price alone rarely reflects the true cost or the true benefit
In print production, ink is often treated as a line item rather than a system. Price per pound is easy to compare and easy to document, which makes it a convenient metric for
Digital printing on beverage cans has moved beyond proof of concept. The technology is established, installations are expanding, and short-run, versioned packaging is now
In an offset pressroom, profitability is not solely determined at top speed. It is established much earlier, during makeready, where time to color, color stability, and
Even in highly automated pressrooms, unplanned downtime remains one of the most persistent constraints on printing efficiency. Increasingly, these disruptions do not
Beverage cans compete in a crowded aisle, where graphics and impact decide the sale. High-impact graphics demand attention, sustainability claims raise expectations, and
The packaging industry is entering a new era, one where performance can’t come at the cost of sustainability. We’re seeing stricter regulations, heightened consumer awareness
Brands and converters increasingly choose mono-material flexible packaging made from a single type of polymer to simplify recycling and support sustainability goals. While
G7® and G7+™* are terms that frequently come up in discussions about color management and print quality. While they share a common goal of improving color consistency and
Several issues can affect print quality and ink costs on any given job. As an ink provider, we at INX have a front-row seat to the challenges many printers and converters