Konica Minolta’s CM-M6 is a portable, multi-angle spectrophotometer for measuring metallic, pearlescent, and other complex automotive paints that uses a patented double-path illumination system, with directed 45° illumination, and six-angle observation, from two sides, to accurately measure painted parts on the automotive production floor.
Special measurement techniques, sample preparation, and attention to detail are prerequisites for the measurement of high-gloss, deep-black coatings. In this article, one company explores which measurement geometry is best suited for each range of color depths.
Techkon USA introduces the latest functions of their SpectroDens™ 4 spectrodensitometer, including OBA-Check™ and visual opacity measurement functions.
X-Rite Incorporated and its subsidiary Pantone LLC recently announced that the popular Fundamentals Seminar Series focusing on color science and quality control is now available in an online learning format.
Konica Minolta Sensing Americas Inc. recently announced that the company is able to offer ISO 17025 calibration on request for select instruments in its Color and Appearance Measurement instrument line.
While balancing cost and sustainability might sound challenging, digital color management makes it possible for paint and coatings professionals to help the environment while still favoring the bottom line. This is a key consideration for many in the industry who, now more than ever, are searching for innovative ways to streamline workflows and reduce waste while saving on costs.
Techkon USA announced an expanded family of ChromaQA color quality solutions designed to help printers improve their color-matching capabilities, shorten their make-readies, and reduce their waste.
Bollin Label Systems has outfitted its production facility with Techkon SpectroDens devices as well as Ink Formulation Software, standardizing its color quality processes.
