Tougher, Bolder, Better

"With that in mind, IIMAK developers came up with a formulation that not only has outstanding print quality, but can also print on both rough and smooth stocks," says Quimby. "In fact, IIMAK has successfully tested PM350 on over 30 stocks."

Despite being extremely versatile, the ribbon still maintains areas of application where it is at its best. While it has proven the ability to get positive results under almost every environment, it is best suited to applications that are printing on synthetic paper or films, such as Valeron, Poly Art, Label-Lyte, or Kimdura. Typically, premium ribbons are used in applications that must withstand multiple scans, weather the elements outdoors, and remain durable when subjected to handling or the elements.