SHOULD BE INKTANK — Thermal Inkjet: The Ultimate Tool for Industrial Printing
Why Use TIJ Systems?
TIJ printing equipment delivers sharp, high-resolution prints with minimal maintenance and easy-to-swap printhead cartridges. For your production line, that means less downtime and more consistent results.
“Thermal inkjet technology has proven to be a game-changer for industrial printing. Its ability to deliver high-resolution prints across a variety of substrates while minimizing maintenance downtime makes it an indispensable tool for any production line,” said [Name], [Title] at Kao Collins.
Whether you need water-based or solvent-based inks, TIJ handles challenging requirements.
In this article, we’ll explore how TIJ inks solve major industrial printing challenges, and why they are the go-to choice for ink buyers looking for reliability and efficiency.
Before diving into the details, let’s quickly look at the leading technologies in TIJ printing.
The Major Players in TIJ Printing
When it comes to industrial thermal inkjet technology, two brands stand out as leaders in the field: HP and Funai. These companies have built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-performance TIJ printers that meet the diverse needs of various industries.
Many OEMs also use TIJ technology as the foundation of their printing equipment, ensuring widespread adoption and trust.
HP
HP is a major player in TIJ technology, offering reliable and easy-to-use printers. HP 45 si printers are widely used for coding, marking, and labeling applications across various industries.
HP’s commitment to quality and innovation ensures that thermal inkjet technology delivers consistent performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Thermal inkjet printing is cost-effective because of the standardized cartridges that reduce inventory costs, lower maintenance expenses, decrease downtime, and create ink usage efficiencies. This contrasts with more complex systems like CIJ and piezoelectric systems, which often involve higher maintenance and operational costs.
TIJ technology is widely used in food and beverage packaging, pharmaceuticals, health and beauty products, direct mail, medical products, and logistics for applications such as labeling, coding and marking.
Choose water-based inks for porous materials and environmentally friendly applications. Opt for solvent-based inks for non-porous surfaces and situations requiring greater durability and resistance to moisture.
Using high-quality inks ensures optimal print quality, reliability, and performance, maximizing the cost benefits and extending the lifespan of the thermal inkjet printing equipment.
OEMs design and engineer TIJ printing systems and often partner with ink manufacturers like Kao Collins to provide complete, high-quality solutions that integrate advanced hardware with compatible inks.
TIJ technology improves production efficiency through reduced downtime from quick cartridge changes, consistent print quality, and lower maintenance needs compared to other printing technologies.
Low-quality or refurbished cartridges can compromise print quality, increase downtime due to failures, and lead to higher long-term costs due to issues like clogging or leakage.
