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Ink Production Line
We can offer Semi-automatic and full automation ink production lines according to customer capacity and working process. Can provide the whole production line design, equipment procurement and production,... Capacity range Custom throughput. Typical applications: Printing Inks, Packaging, Electronics, Industrial Coatings.
We can offer Semi-automatic and full automation ink production lines according to customer capacity and working process. Can provide the whole production line design, equipment procurement and production, installation and commissioning.
The POLYC Ink Production Line is a complete turnkey manufacturing system engineered for printing inks, packaging coatings, electronic and functional fluids, taking each batch from raw material dosing through to filled and labelled containers. Semi-automatic and fully automatic configurations are sized to your annual tonnage, batch size, formulation route and packaging format, with POLYC supplying the whole line design, equipment, installation and commissioning as one accountable package.
Key Facts
- Equipment Type
- Production Lines
- Capacity / Batch Range
- Custom throughput
- Grinding Fineness / Bead Size
- sub-micron to 15 micron
- Typical Applications
- Printing Inks, Packaging, Electronics, Industrial Coatings
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Where the Ink Production Line Performs Best
Industry ApplicationsA modular sequence of dosing, dispersion, milling, filtration and filling makes the POLYC line the right choice for ink and coating manufacturers scaling from pilot to full production.
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Gravure & Flexo Inks
High-volume ink lines ground to 3-8 micron fineness with consistent colour development and rheology.
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Offset & Sheetfed Inks
Paste inks produced with repeatable viscosity and shade through central PLC recipe control.
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Inkjet & Digital Inks
Sub-micron milling and filtration for jettable, low-agglomerate digital ink formulations.
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Screen Printing & Pastes
High-solid screen inks and conductive pastes handled by rugged, ceramic-lined milling stages.
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UV-Curable Ink & Varnish
Low-migration UV systems processed with tight temperature and contamination control.
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Packaging & Functional Inks
Water-based and solvent-based packaging lines with integrated filtration and filling.
Ink Line at a Glance
Line Overview500–20,000t/yr
Line Capacity
200–10,000L
Batch Size
sub-µm–15µm
Fineness Range
1–3stages
Milling Stages
Key Design Features
EngineeringEnd-to-end📦
Complete Sequence
- From raw material dosing to filled containers
- One accountable equipment package
- Installation and commissioning included
Repeatable⚖️
Automatic Dosing
- Automatic or semi-automatic weighing
- Repeatable, documented formulations
- Lower operator variability
Fine⚙️
High-Shear + Bead Milling
- High-shear pre-dispersion
- Multi-stage bead or basket milling
- Sub-micron to 15 micron fineness
On-spec🎤
Standardisation
- Inline or vessel-based adjustment
- Viscosity and shade control
- Consistent batch quality
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Filtration Stage
- Removes gels, skins, oversize
- Before filling, not after
- Protects downstream equipment
Integrated🔧
Filling & Packaging
- Integrated fill, cap, label
- Sized to your formats
- Pails, drums, cartridges
Applications by Industry
Selection| Industry | What the POLYC Ink Line Delivers |
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| Printing Inks (Gravure & Flexo) | Ground to 3-8 micron with stable colour and rheology |
| Printing Inks (Offset & Sheetfed) | Repeatable paste inks via central recipe control |
| Digital & Inkjet Inks | Sub-micron milling and filtration for jettable fluids |
| Screen Printing & Pastes | High-solid and conductive pastes with ceramic-lined mills |
| UV-Curable Ink & Varnish | Low-migration systems with tight temperature control |
| Packaging Coatings | Water / solvent-based lines with filtration and filling |
| Electronics | Functional and conductive ink production |
| Industrial Coatings | Combined coating and ink production plants |
Choosing the Right Ink Production Line
How to Choose1
Define the scope
List product families, annual output, batch sizes, formulation routes and packaging formats so the line is sized to real demand.
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Size each stage
Size dispersion, milling, mixing, filtration, storage and filling from your production schedule, choosing 1-3 milling stages for the target fineness.
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Confirm site and expansion
Plan utilities, solvent zoning, automation level, cleaning strategy, building constraints and future expansion so the line grows with your business.
Related Technical Guides
Guides
ProcessHow Industrial Ink Is Made: Process and Equipment
Deep DiveInk Production Process Deep Dive
EquipmentComplete Ink Production Line: Process & Equipment Guide
PlanningInk Production Line: Capacity Planning Guide
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How it works
The POLYC Ink Production Line is a complete turnkey system that takes raw material dosing through high-shear dispersion, multi-stage bead milling, standardisation, filtration and finally filling, capping and labelling. POLYC supplies the whole line design, equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning as one accountable package.
Semi-automatic and fully automatic configurations are sized to your annual tonnage, batch size, formulation route and packaging format. Modular stages serve both water-based and solvent-based formulations, with optional ceramic-lined mills for abrasion-sensitive products.
Central PLC controls with recipe management improve batch repeatability and production visibility, while layout, piping, utilities, solvent zoning and future expansion are engineered together so the line grows with your business.
INDUSTRIES THIS MACHINE SERVES
Industries we serve
INK PRODUCTION LINE VS STANDALONE EQUIPMENT
Turnkey line or individual machines?
| Dimension | POLYC Ink Production Line | Standalone Disperser + Mill |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Dosing to filled containers | Single process step |
| Annual capacity | 500 - 20,000 t/yr | Limited by manual handling |
| Batch size | 200 - 10,000 L / vessel | Depends on unit only |
| Fineness | sub-micron to 15 micron | Same mills, less integration |
| Control | Central PLC, recipe mgmt | Separate, manual transfer |
| Filling | Integrated fill / cap / label | External, manual |
| Accountability | One supplier package | Multiple vendors |
Read the full comparison guide: Complete Ink Production Line: Process & Equipment Guide
Process Engineering
Working Principle
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Raw materials are dosed and premixed before high-speed dispersion and, where required, bead or basket milling.
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The batch is adjusted in mixing or let-down vessels, then filtered and transferred to filling equipment.
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Piping, controls, cooling, dust or vapor management, and cleaning systems connect the stages into one production process.
Equipment Benefits
Equipment Advantages
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Integrated process design provides one accountable equipment package.
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Modular stages can serve water-based or solvent-based formulations.
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Central controls improve batch repeatability and production visibility.
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Layout, piping, utilities, and future expansion are engineered together.
Technical Data
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
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| Line capacity | 500 - 20,000 tonnes per year depending on configuration |
| Batch size | 200 - 10,000 L per vessel |
| Milling stages | 1 - 3 depending on fineness target |
| Fineness range | sub-micron to 15 micron |
| Control system | PLC with recipe management |
| Contact material | Stainless steel 304 / 316L, optional ceramic-lined mills |
| Utilities | Electrical, compressed air, cooling water, optional steam |
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Equipment Guidance
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a POLYC ink production line and what does it include?
A POLYC ink production line is a complete turnkey system covering raw material dosing and pre-mixing, high-shear dispersion, multi-stage bead or basket milling, viscosity and shade standardisation, filtration, and integrated filling, capping and labelling. POLYC supplies the line design, equipment manufacturing, installation and commissioning as one accountable package.
What throughput and batch sizes can the line handle?
Line capacity is configurable from 500 to 20,000 tonnes per year, with per-vessel batch sizes from 200 to 10,000 L. The exact configuration depends on your product families, annual output and packaging formats.
What fineness can the milling section achieve?
The milling section reaches a fineness range from sub-micron to 15 micron, using one to three milling stages sized to the fineness target of each ink family, such as 3-8 micron for gravure and flexographic inks or sub-micron for inkjet and digital inks.
Can the line handle both water-based and solvent-based inks?
Yes. The stages are modular so the same platform serves water-based and solvent-based formulations. Optional ceramic-lined mills protect abrasion-sensitive products, and solvent zoning, vapour management and dust collection are engineered into the layout.
How is batch repeatability and quality controlled?
A central PLC system with recipe management controls dosing, dispersion, milling, standardisation and filling. This improves batch-to-batch repeatability, shade accuracy and production visibility across the whole line.
What filtration and filling options are included?
A filtration stage removes gels, skins and oversize particles before filling, and the integrated filling, capping and labelling station is sized to your packaging formats, from pails and drums to cartridges and small containers.
How do I size and select the right ink production line?
Start by defining product families, annual output, batch sizes, formulation routes and packaging. Then size dispersion, milling, mixing, filtration, storage and filling from your production schedule, and confirm utilities, solvent zoning, automation level, cleaning strategy, building constraints and future expansion.
Does POLYC provide installation, commissioning and future expansion support?
Yes. POLYC delivers the whole line design, equipment, installation and commissioning, and engineers layout, piping, utilities and future expansion together so the line can grow with your business.
Industry Applications
Applications
Printing Inks
gravure and flexographic ink manufacturing to 3-8 µm
Printing Inks
offset and sheetfed ink production
Printing Inks
inkjet and digital ink formulation to sub-micron
Printing Inks
screen printing ink and paste production
Printing Inks
UV-curable ink and varnish systems
Packaging
water-based and solvent-based ink lines with filtration and filling
Printing Inks
resin dissolving and varnish cooking
Printing Inks
automatic filling and packaging of finished ink
Electronics
functional and conductive ink production
Industrial Coatings
coating and ink combination plants
WHY POLYC MACHINE
Built on 25 Years of Engineering Excellence
Every machine is designed by our in-house R&D team, built in our own factory, and supported by the same team that has delivered over 8,000 systems worldwide.
ISO 9001 & CE Certified
Manufactured under an ISO 9001 quality management system. All machines comply with CE directives, with EC Declaration of Conformity for every order.
25 Years Experience
Since 2001, POLYC has engineered wet grinding, dispersing and mixing systems for global manufacturers.
3-Year Warranty
Every machine carries a 3-year warranty with ongoing spare-parts supply and technical support after delivery.
30-Day Delivery
Standard models ship within 30 days of order confirmation. Custom-engineered lines are scheduled against your project timeline.
Free Installation Guidance
Free installation guidance and operator training are included with every machine, covering commissioning and safe start-up.
Custom Engineering
From lab-scale 0.5L to 12,000L production systems. Material testing, configuration and process design included.
24-Hour Response
Engineering consultation within 24 hours. Application review, technical specs and quotation delivered fast.
Global Shipping
Export-ready packaging with full documentation. DDP/FOB/CIF terms available for 80+ countries.
Lifetime Technical Support
Genuine spare parts, remote diagnostics and lifetime technical support for every machine we build.
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