Techkon and Wikoff enhance color measurement

Techkon USA and Wikoff Color Corporation have announced a partnership designed to enhance color measurement, quality control and process consistency for printers, converters and
brand owners through advanced measurement technology, software and technical expertise.

Through the partnership, Wikoff is leveraging Techkon’s color
measurement instruments and software to enhance production quality control, accelerate ink toning, improve color matching and deliver more consistent results for customers. Accurate, repeatable color data enables Wikoff's technical and production teams to optimize manufacturing and support customer process control.

The partnership also expands Wikoff's ability to provide customers with Techkon color measurement hardware, software, implementation support and application expertise. Together, these technologies help printers and converters achieve faster color approvals, reduce waste, improve pressroom efficiency and maintain consistent brand color across production.

'At Wikoff, our commitment has always been to help customers achieve exceptional print quality through innovation, technical expertise and responsive support,' said Brandon Devis, vice president of adjacent markets and commercial services. 'Partnering with Techkon strengthens our ability to deliver precise color measurement solutions that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and help our customers achieve consistent, repeatable results.'

'Accurate and user-friendly color measurement is essential to achieving consistency throughout the ink manufacturing and print production processes,' said Douglas Sherwood, channel director, Techkon USA. 'Wikoff has earned a reputation for technical excellence and customer support. Together, our organizations combine advanced color measurement technology with deep ink and print expertise to help customers achieve greater color consistency and process control.'

Benefits of the partnership include faster, more accurate ink toning; improved color communication throughout the print workflow; enhanced process control for printers and converters; greater color consistency across production; reduced waste and faster press approvals; and improved ability to meet demanding brand color specifications.

Together, Techkon USA and Wikoff will continue helping customers improve color accuracy, streamline production workflows, reduce waste and achieve consistent, high-quality print results through advanced measurement technology, software, technical expertise, training, and application support.