Kamlesh Kushwah

What is Your Anilox Telling You?

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Are you dealing with: The anilox roll, which is often called the “heart” of the flexo press, has a primary job to deliver a precise, consistent film of ink to the printing plate. When maintenance slips, so does color control—the very thing brand-conscious clients demand. Why Maintenance Equals Color Control The color density of your print is What is Your Anilox Telling You?

Beyond Ink: Wikoff Color & Graphics’ Full Spectrum of Service and Support

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In today’s competitive printing and packaging landscape, success depends on more than just high-quality ink. It requires collaboration, technical expertise, innovation, and a partner who understands every detail of your operation. At Wikoff Color & Graphics, we take pride in offering not only a broad portfolio of industry-leading products but also a comprehensive range of Beyond Ink: Wikoff Color & Graphics’ Full Spectrum of Service and Support

Wikoff Dedicated To The Flexible Packaging Market

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Since 1956, Wikoff has been an industry leader in delivering high quality ink and unmatched technical service across multiple markets. But while our signature customer support and expertise in Litho and offset equipment are well known, not everyone thinks of Flexo when they hear the Wikoff name. We have been working hard  to change that. Wikoff Dedicated To The Flexible Packaging Market

Analytical Services Blog

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At Wikoff Color, we recognize that consistent printing quality isn’t as simple as ‘click and print.’ We understand the challenges and we want to be in the pressroom trenches with you every step of the way. For this reason, we’ve enhanced and expanded our analytical testing capabilities to ensure we can provide you with comprehensive Analytical Services Blog

ESG Certifications and Partnerships Showcase our Commitment to Sustainability

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At Wikoff, helping our customers achieve their goals is at the core of everything we do. We recognize the growing commitment amongst our industry to start employing sustainable methods that are good for our environment, but are also efficient and effective products and methods for our customers. We take this responsibility seriously and work to ESG Certifications and Partnerships Showcase our Commitment to Sustainability

New Ultra-Dark Solvent Makes TIJ Cost Competitive with CIJ

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In recent years, Thermal Inkjet (TIJ) printers have risen in popularity as a legitimate replacement technology for Continuous Inkjet (CIJ). In this post, we will explore the reasons behind the shift and introduce a new Wikoff Digital ink that gives TIJ the edge in print quality and cost. Thermal Inkjet in the Real World The New Ultra-Dark Solvent Makes TIJ Cost Competitive with CIJ

Asahi AWP Completes Your Journey to Carbon Neutral Plates

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In our last post, we talked about a simple strategy any print shop can implement to make a leap forward in flexographic platemaking sustainability without changing a single piece of equipment. By upgrading to Asahi’s “reduced environmental impact” AFP-R plates, VOC usage is immediately cut in half while improving productivity with advanced polymer technology. AFP-R Asahi AWP Completes Your Journey to Carbon Neutral Plates

Asahi AFP-R Bridges the Gap to Affordable, Sustainable Platemaking

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At Wikoff Graphics, we envision a world where every phase of the printing industry is as sustainable as possible. We work hard not only to become more sustainable ourselves, but to be a guiding light for partners, vendors and customers who share this common goal. In this post, we will illuminate a simple path for Asahi AFP-R Bridges the Gap to Affordable, Sustainable Platemaking

Revolutionizing the Commercial Ink Industry: UV LED Cure Flexo Inks and Coatings

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In the fast-paced world of ink production, staying ahead of the competition means embracing the latest technological advancements. One of the most transformative innovations in recent years is UV LED curing technology, a game-changer in the world of inks and coatings. As a leader and expert in the industry, Wikoff Color is thrilled to shed Revolutionizing the Commercial Ink Industry: UV LED Cure Flexo Inks and Coatings

Introducing Wikoff’s New CEO: Mark C. Lewis

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When long-time President and CEO Geoff Peters announced his plans to retire, our Board of Directors understood his shoes would be difficult to fill. After a year-long search and vetting period, Wikoff Color Corporation is excited to announce the unanimous decision to hire Mark C. Lewis as his successor. Please join us, as we welcome Introducing Wikoff’s New CEO: Mark C. Lewis