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Color Thermal Transfer Ribbons provide a unique option for printing short-run color labels with existing equipment. TTR is perfect solution for brand owners requiring smaller, even micro-sized, label runs with variable colors. Check out 4 vertical markets you can find color TTR opportunities.

IIMAK is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Bamrick to the position of Vice President, Sales and Marketing for TTR Americas. In this position, Bamrick will drive the growth of IIMAK’s Thermal Transfer Ribbons and Direct Thermal Films.

Thermal transfer printers produce barcode labels that enhance efficiency and productivity throughout the supply chain. The thermal printhead is vital to printing labels on-demand and is a costly consumable to replace. There are a few fast and easy things you can do to prolong printhead life and maintain print quality.

The payoff for selling premium ribbons is big. You can get better margins, lock-in business with a label solution and keep competitors out. But, do you know when to step up to a more durable ribbon? Here are a few guidelines you should consider.

Thermal transfer and direct thermal are two options for printing variable data on tags and labels. IIMAK explains the differences between these technologies and how to select the right print method for your application.