e-Inkjetnews Monthly Newsletter

November 30 2025 Issue 8

IMI is excited and pleased to present the November issue of 

e-Inkjetnews - Inkjet Industry: Trends & Innovations.


Welcome to the November 2025 Issue 8 of e-Inkjetnews - Inkjet Industry: Trends & Innovations - a free monthly enewsletter distributed to the IMI Universe - IMI's international database of over 15,000 inkjet professionals covering all aspects of inkjet technologies, markets, and applications. The IMI Universe database has been developed from our activities organizing over 600 digital printing programs attended by well over 25,000 technical, research, end user, academic, marketing, and management personnel from leading inkjet and related companies from around the world.


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The following news items, announcements, product introductions, etc. present recent inkjet industry activities.


You may submit items for consideration by emailing information to Al Keene at al@imiconf.com

Mimaki announces release of Aqueous Pigment Ink "AP50" Equipped on the Tiger600-1800TS


The newly developed "AP50" ink is designed to maximize the performance of the high-speed, high-quality Tiger600-1800TS sublimation transfer printer. It delivers vivid color reproduction featuring excellent drying properties for sharp, smudge-resistant images at 220sqm/h (2,368sqft/h). With its high saturation in the red spectrum, it is particularly suited for applications requiring high visibility & impact , "AP50," primarily composed of water, is scheduled for GREENGUARD Gold certification. Sales are expected to commencie in February 2026.

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XJet Expands Acess to high-value metal & ceramic AM with Carmel Pro Compact multi-Material Printer Launch


The Carmel Pro makes industrial-grade NanoParticle Jetting™ (NPJ) technology accessible to SME's, research centers, & premium jewelry manufacturers. The Carmel Pro features multi-material printing capability with four material channels which enables unparalleled operation flexibility and unlocks possibilities for the most sophisticated application developments. The system is fully compatible with XJet’s complete portfolio of metal and ceramic inks. Carmel Pro is now open for pre-booking and will be commercially available in Q2 2026.  

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Sustainable Green Print (SGP) publishes Certification Comparison Chart


SPG Certification is one of many certification programs available to print, supplier, and packaging companies. Although these other organizations can be a value-add to their members, SGP is the only print-production specific program focused on all aspects within the graphic communication’s manufacturing environment. SPG's chart offers a high-level description of other other sustainability endorsements. Companies may become certified in more than one specialty to meet or exceed their client’s requirements while reinforcing their company culture.

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Printed Hybrid Software Helix launches world’s first GPU-native Industrial Inkjet RIP


Hybrid Software Helix (formerly Global Graphics Software) has launched SmartRIP™, an innovative industrial inkjet RIP for OEMs and integrators. SmartRIP is the world’s first GPU-native RIP, delivering exceptional performance and scalability for a wide range of industrial printing applications. It offers a streamlined feature set and optimized pricing designed specifically for the broader industrial print market rather than high-end digital presses for label and packaging applications. SmartRIP is purpose built for system integrators who need to embed advanced print capabilities into industrial solutions quickly and securely. It features an industrial OPC UA standard interface

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ColDesi Introduces the 24H5E: A Three-in-One High-Speed DTF Solution


Combining 5  Epson i3200 print heads, an Extended Dryer System, and an Advanced Pre-Heating Chamber, the 24" print width, the 24H5E delivers all-in-one, performance driven DTF solution that dramatically increases print speed, enhances film adhesion, and ensures consistent, high-quality output. It utilizes ColDesi's DTF Print Optimizer RIP Software and uses ColDesi DTF OEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT Certified Pigmented Water Based Textile Inks in 500 ml bottles and produces 500+ transfers or 275+ linear feet per hour.

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Solimar Systems Launches SOLscript Xpress - Enabling VIPP Applications to Run on Fiery Controllers


This solution enables production and mail print providers to leverage their existing VIPP investments to modernize their printing infrastructure. The solution is particularly valuable for print service providers and enterprise print centers seeking to expand capabilities without replacing existing systems; reduce complexity in multi-vendor environments; future-proof print operations with vendor-neutral solutions & to optimize performance while maintaining document integrity

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Durst officially launches the P5 SMP new Super Multi-Pass solution


The P5 SMP is a hybrid LED multi-pass inkjet system (up to 10 color channels) with a printing width of 3.5 meters, designed for both board and roll printing. Based on the proven P5 platform, it provides a powerful alternative to single-pass systems. For field testing, Durst partnered with ARIAN GmbH and tested over 200 materials in various formats on the P5 SMP. The system targets the Sign & Display, POP/POS, corrugated packaging and display, as well as industrial décor printing markets. The P5 SMP handles both roll and board materials up to 70 mm thick.

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Fiery Signs Deal to Acquire Inèdit Software


Fiery has announced an agreement with EFI Reggiani to acquire all interests in Spanish specialty print technology company Inèdit Software. Fiery will expand its product portfolio to offer a complete range of software solutions for the digital textile and specialty printing markets. Inèdit’s well respected software products like neoStampa and neoTextil will complement Fiery’s Digital Factory family of solutions to serve a broad range of print applications such as fashion and apparel, home decor, soft signage, and direct-to-film (DTF) printing.

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SpencerMetrics Appoints Vishal Sahay as President and Changes Name


SpencerMetrics Inc. (previously Spencer and Associates Publishing, Ltd.) has appointed Vishay Sahay as its new President.  In addition, Yutak Kwok will serve as Vice President – Technology, and Catherine Fiasconaro as Vice President – Operations. Founder David Spencer now assumes the role of CEO/Chairman, transferring all day-to-day operational authority to new President, Vishal Sahay. SpencerMetrics bridges the boundary between technology and product marketing. They work with organizations for which printing is mission-critical: optimizing print quality, color management, and workflow. SpencerMetrics' products are used to enhance operational insight in order to increase productivity and reduce costs. 

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AMFaces looing to Aerosol Jet for Facial Prostheses


AMFaces brings together a multidisciplinary team of experts and early career researchers from Univ. of Manchester, Univ. of Nottingham, Manchester Metropolitan Univ., and King’s College London for facial prostheses development to treat certain cancers or injuries affecting the nose, lips, eyes, ears, or skin. One of five research themes is novel additive manufacturing systems to produce high-fidelity silicone components using a high-viscosity reactive-jetting printer and a multi-axis aerosol jet printer for micro-features combined into a single device. Also, a scalable pipeline will be developed to transform patient imaging data for computerized production. Midori Sanchez-Sifuentes, is a PhD Research Student on the AMFaces project. Her work focuses on fabrication techniques & materials utilising Aerosol Jet printing.

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Upcoming Inkjet Industry Events

(as of November 30, 2025)


LOUPE Asia

December 2-5, 2025

Shanghai New International Expo Centre

Shanghai, China

Web Site: https://www.loupe-global.com/loupe-asia

 

Smithers Digital Print for Packaging Europe 2025

December 3-4, 2025

Radisson Collection Hotel

Berlin, Germany

Web Site: https://www.printfutures.com/europe

 

Label Day

December 10, 2025

Heidelberg USA Print Media Performance & Training Center

Kennesaw, Georgia, USA

Web Site: Label Day

 

IntraPac India 2025

December 10-13, 2025

India Expo Centre, Greater Noida

Delhi, India

Web Site: https://www.intrapacindia.com

 

ESMA Academy Inkjet Applications: Metal

December 8-11, 2025

European Centre for Dispersion Technologies

Selb, Germany

Web Site: https://esma.com/academy-metal   

 

FESPA Middle East

January 13-15, 2026

Dubai Exhibition Centre

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Web Site: https://www.fespamiddleeast.com

 

C!Print Madrid 2026

January 13-15, 2026

IFEMA Madrid

Madrid, Spain

Web Site: https://salon-cprint.es 

 

FuturePrint Industrial Print - Screen and Digital

January 21-22, 2026

Motorworld

Munich, Germany

Web Site: https://futureprint.events

 

FuturePrint AI for Industrial Print Conference

January 22, 2026

Motorworld

Munich, Germany

Web Site: https://www.futureprint.events/ai4print

 

PTE – Promotion Trade Exhibition 2026

January 21-23, 2026

fieramilano (Rho)

Milan, Italy

Web Site: https://promotiontradeexhibition.it/en

 

Impressions Expo 2026

January 21-24, 2026

Long Beach Convention Center

Long Beach, California, USA

Web Site: Home - Impressions Expo - Longbeach

 

IS&T Advanced Inkjet Technology

January 26-28, 2026

HEIA-FR: School of Engineering and Architecture of Fribourg

Fribourg, Switzerland

Web Site: https://bit.ly/AIT26



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