A value-driven approach to purchasing inks, coatings, and digital solutions in a competitive market
Ron Deegan | Mar 17, 2026 | Productivity
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 of an
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
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The quality of your printed product depends on several factors. From the type of paper and inks to the printer itself, ink viscosity is an often-overlooked measurement that