Custom developments – your bespoke inkjet ink from BOWA
Not every production environment is the same—and this is exactly where BOWA’s strength begins. We develop custom thermal inkjet inks (TIJ), perfectly matched to your requirements, substrates and process conditions. Whether barcode printing, 2D codes, special materials or high-speed lines: with us, you receive the right ink from a single source.
Your application – our ink
Tailor-made TIJ inks for special requirements
Our experts develop bespoke ink formulations that perfectly match adhesion, readability, colour intensity and drying time to your material. Whether paper, film, metal, plastic or coated packaging, we create the optimal combination of performance, stability and sustainability.
Typical applications:
- ZBarcode & 2D code printing with A grading
- ZHigh-resolution text printing for industry & pharma
- ZMarking at high production speeds
- ZSpecial applications on films or metallised surfaces
From concept to finished ink – everything from a single source
Development in four steps
Our development processes are transparent, efficient and ISO certified. This ensures that every custom development meets the highest quality and safety standards.
Our four steps to the perfect ink:
Analysis & consulting
We understand your application, your substrate and your production environment.
Formulation & laboratory phase
Development of your bespoke ink formulation (pigments, additives, solvents).
Testing & optimisation
Application tests on original materials, barcode A grading, drying time & adhesion.
Series production & delivery
After approval, production begins—within just 3 days.
Original HP 45 & TIJ-compatible application – maximum flexibility
Compatible & future-proof
Our custom developments are filled into original HP 45 cartridges. This means our inks work reliably in all common thermal inkjet systems (TIJ 2.5) and can be integrated easily into existing or new printing processes.
Your benefits:
- ZUse of original HP 45 cartridges
- ZAdaptable to printhead, substrate & application
- ZStable performance & consistent drop flow
- ZClean print image – even at high speed
Custom development enquiry
Let us develop your perfect ink
Briefly describe your application or production environment and our development experts will get back to you as quickly as possible with a proposed solution. Whether test samples, colour matching or a special application, we develop the right solution.
Your project. Our expertise. An ink that fits.
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