Index Introduction: the new frontier of sustainable ceramic printing Context and regulations: towards the reduction of VOC emissions Eco-friendly digital inks: definition and formulation principles Eco-solvent and water-based: operational and performance differences Sicer research and the .LE Low Emission series Laboratory data and measurable advantages Rheology, stability, and compatibility with piezo heads Conclusions and future…
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Sustainable digital printing: innovation, materials, and technologies for a low-emission future
Table of contents What is sustainable digital printing Environmental advantages over traditional methods Innovation in materials and inks Digitization and Industry 4.0 The role of scientific research The Sicer case: the .LE Low Emission series Research and development in the laboratory Certified industrial results Digital glue and low-emission materials Real impact and measurable benefits Future…
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Digital adhesives: innovation, precision, and sustainability in ceramic production
Introduction: the digital adhesive revolution What are digital adhesives and how do they work? Technical and production advantages Types of Sicer digital adhesives Adhesion parameters and surface behavior Technological evolution and sustainability The Sicer approach and digital certifications Conclusions and future prospects FAQ Introduction: the digital adhesive revolution In recent years, digital ceramic decoration has…
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Low-Emission Digital Inks for Ceramics: Sustainability and Four-Color Printing 2025
Index What are low-emission digital inks? Chemical principles and emission reduction Types of low-emission inks Water-based inks ECO solvent-based inks Operation in digital ceramic printing Deposition and preheating Firing and controlled pyrolysis Benefits for ceramic laboratories Regulatory compliance and certifications Practical applications and use cases Sicer LE series Examples of integration into production processes Conclusions…
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Sustainability as a priority: Sicer’s first sustainability report
Sicer S.p.A., the historic company with over 30 years of experience in the design, production and distribution of raw materials for ceramic glazing and decoration, such as frits, glazes, grits and inks, has taken a significant step forward toward a more responsible and sustainable business model by publishing its first Sustainability Report, covering the 2023…
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Materials for a sustainable future: Sicer’s eco-friendly ceramic inks and glues
With over 30 years of experience, Sicer is a benchmark in the ceramics industry, specializing in the production of innovative materials for ceramic glazing and decoration, such as frits, glazes, grits and inks. In recent years, the company has increasingly focused on developing sustainable solutions, addressing the growing demand for environmentally friendly products that maintain…
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Technological innovation and continuous training: the winning combination for companies of the future
In an ever-changing world, where technology is evolving at such a rapid pace and competition is becoming increasingly fierce, companies that want to thrive must necessarily embrace technological innovation. However, for technological innovation to be successful, it is essential to invest in employee training. These new resources are not just simple tools, but require specific…
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From the record of 2022 to the decline of 2023: fluctuations in the Italian Ceramic Industry
Italian ceramics closes 2023 in sharp contraction The Italian ceramic tile industry closed in 2023 with a clear slowdown on production, sales and export volumes. A pre-announced and physiological decline in turnover marked an abrupt reversal from the record recorded in 2022. Production has been reduced by 90 million square meters; demand declined sharply on…
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Sicer and the UN 2030 Agenda
The environmental issue has become part of our everyday life. Whether small or large daily gestures, private citizens or large corporate or political decision boards, global warming is affecting everyone, at every level. Establishing a priority scale in dealing with this problem is extremely complex and there is certainly no one-size-fits-all solution, which is why…
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How digital inks are revolutionizing the ceramic industry
Ceramics is an ancient art that has evolved over centuries, embracing new technologies and decoration techniques. Among the various innovations that have profoundly transformed the ceramics industry, digital inks hold a prominent position. Where ceramic printing was once limited to traditional techniques such as screen printing and offset printing, digital inks have opened doors to…
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