Thermal-ware for Package Printing

pP: Explain the different kinds of thermal transfer ribbons and for what is each used.

Candice Kamody, marketing analyst for Sony Chemical Corp.: The intended application must be considered because of the differences in printed-image durability when printing with thermal transfer ribbons. The selection of wax, or wax/resin, or resin ribbons is a cost/performance issue based on the needs of the application.