Sun Chemical licensed to sell DataLase inks

Sun Chemical has announced that it signed a license agreement with DataLase, formerly known as Sherwood Technology, to sell DataLase inks. The DataLase process allows brand manufacturers to write data directly on packaging materials, and has won awards for innovation and improving product security.

DataLase ink is applied to packaging substrates at either the printing or converting stages. Once exposed to a low-power CO2 laser, the DataLase inks chemically react, turning from white to black. Brand manufacturers can utilize the laser to write data such as date codes or bar codes onto their packaging materials.

Peter Brownrigg, Sun Chemical’s technical marketing manager, research, said: ‘We are delighted to link up with DataLase to bring this ground-breaking solution to market. By offering this alternative imaging solution, we are able to provide a number of unique benefits to packaging suppliers and printers including added value and product differentiation that can result in increased sales, considerable cost reduction and productivity gains for their customers.’

Steve Kelly, CEO of DataLase, said: ‘With its considerable expertise in inks and a commitment to customer satisfaction and success, Sun Chemical can market the DataLase process to a very wide audience.’