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Partner with IIMAK

IIMAK partners with master distributors, value-added resellers (VARs), label converters, direct marketers, and other resellers of value-added consumables to sell ribbons exclusively through distribution. IIMAK offers the broadest product range and best-in-class service programs to propel your ribbon business in this highly competitive market. Apply today to become an IIMAK Distributor.

Grow Your Business

At IIMAK, our mission is to deliver outstanding customer care. For over 35 years, IIMAK has been developing and manufacturing thermal transfer ribbons for industrial and medical applications.  When you work with us, you’ll work with a trusted partner that will adapt to your business needs; that’s why we're the only Thermal Transfer Ribbon manufacturer voted Best Channel Vendor 3 years in a row.

  • Broad Product Range

    Wide range of thermal transfer ribbons for a complete product offering, including wax, wax/resin, resin, near-edge, and color

  • USA Headquarters

    IIMAK ribbons are developed, coated and slit in the USA at our 350,000 sq. ft. manufacturing plant located in Amherst, NY for worldwide distribution

  • Clean Start® Printhead Cleaner

    Innovative printhead cleaner that's built right into the beginning of the ribbon provides differentiation in your product offering

  • Outstanding Customer Care

    Responsive customer service, sales, and technical support team is knowledgeable and ready to support your needs

  • Fast Service

    Same day shipping and low MOQs on over 500 SKUs for popular printer makes and models from our East and West Coast distribution locations

  • Free Marketing Tools

    Distributor guides, training presentations, customizable marketing collateral, and a robust distributor website makes it easy for you to sell IIMAK ribbons

24/7 Access to Ribbon Information

Exclusive access to Inside IIMAK, our distributor-only website portal. The #1 site in the industry for online ordering, checking inventory, tracking shipments, looking up pricing, POs, trainings, customizable literature, and much more.

Inside IIMAK
Far Reaching Capabilities

Far-Reaching Capabilities

IIMAK has the infrastructure and resources to meet and exceed your business expectations. Our global operations make it easy for you to do business. You'll receive support from our entire team, access to over 2,000 skus, same day shipping, low MOQs, and fast transit times with multiple distribution centers. We are equipped to meet your needs.

Technical Support

Fully leverage IIMAK’s Technical Support program to help you close more ribbon opportunities. Whether it’s dialing in a printer for your customer, print testing, or a simple troubleshooting question, IIMAK’s free technical support services are an extension of your service offering.

Tech Support
Private Labeling

Private Labeling

A unique feature with unmatched flexibility, IIMAK's private labeling program allows you to personalize any thermal transfer ribbon order to increase your company's brand awareness and ensure easy
re-ordering for your customer. We also drop ship directly to your customers on any order size.

Doing Business with IIMAK is Easy!


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The customer service, sales team, and Inside IIMAK website is top notch!
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About IIMAK
IIMAK
International Imaging Materials, Inc. 
310 Commerce Drive
Amherst, NY 14228
U.S.A.
Toll Free: 888.464.4625
General: 716.691.6333

IIMAK®, Clean Start®, and DuraCoat® are all registered trademarks of International Imaging Materials, Inc. All other brands and product names are trademarks of their respective owners.