Inkmaker recently installed its advanced P-Series Intelligent Dispensing System for water-based inks, specifically designed for flexographic printing, at VISA Inchiostri in Pavia, Italy.
The new P32 water-based line marks Inkmaker’s second installation at VISA Inchiostri, following the success of its GT36 model. Part of the P-Series, this installation operates on IM GROUP’s proprietary software — a user-friendly platform crafted for seamless integration with standard ERP & MRP systems, supporting both Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) and Computer-Automated Manufacturing (CAM), and ensuring highly accurate mixing during dispensing, with full compatibility across major spectrophotometers.
The P-Series system accommodates both water and solvent-based products, with CE – ATEX I| 2 G / IECEx Certification for safety and compliance. It also includes full formula registration, processing history, and customisable dosage parameters to optimise production. Powered by Intelligent Technology, the system features 20 pumps tailored for flexo inks, especially for food packaging.
Notable new features include Barcode/QR-code scanning, an automated stirring system for spot-colour mixing, and Inkmaker’s Optimised-Recycle Management system, which ensures efficient waste reuse through its “Just-In-Time” and “Just-Enough” dispensing standards. The system at VISA Inchiostri was specifically customised to adapt to varying pail sizes and IBC containers, highlighting the P-Series’ flexibility and productivity.
“This is the second IM GROUP system that VISA has invested in over the past five years,” said Massimo Tommasini, Director, VISA Inchiostri. “Inkmaker’s dispensing accuracy, software capabilities, and system reliability are unmatched, and we are already considering an expansion into another line.”
