Complex Formulation and IP De-risking
Navigating Combination Patents The Challenge A client required a high-performance ink set to compete with a major OEM product. The
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WetDot shares selected case studies on ink development, applications, and real-world solutions.
Navigating Combination Patents The Challenge A client required a high-performance ink set to compete with a major OEM product. The
High-Speed Performance through Regulatory Intelligence The Challenge Printing on food-contact materials like napkins requires strict adherence to the Swiss Ordinance
Pushing the Limits of HP45 (TIJ) Technology The Challenge In industrial coding—printing batch numbers, expiration dates, and barcodes—reliability is the
Standardization vs. Subjective Perception The Challenge A client switching from a low-cost “generic” ink set to our premium solution claimed
Improving jetting stability in a water-based pigment ink Client Challenge A packaging printing company experienced severe jetting instability in
Liane Altenscheidt is responsible for operations, administration, and compliance at WetDot. She ensures that internal processes, financial administration, and regulatory requirements are managed efficiently, supporting smooth project execution.
She coordinates day-to-day operations, financial workflows, and internal processes, enabling the technical team to focus on development and innovation. A key part of her role is managing compliance-related topics and supporting customers with regulatory documentation.
Liane specializes in the coordination and preparation of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), ensuring that all documentation is structured, complete, and aligned with relevant regulations. Her structured approach and attention to detail provide the operational backbone of WetDot.
Chris Nicholas is an industrial inkjet specialist with over 30 years of experience in polymer chemistry, imaging technologies, and inkjet ink development. His career spans from early work in polymer systems and energy materials to leading roles in industrial inkjet R&D and consultancy.
He began his career in research roles at the University of Salford and the University of Manchester, followed by work with Kodak and Xennia, where he led R&D and EU-funded industrial inkjet projects across textiles, photovoltaics, and functional materials.
Chris later served as Lab Manager and Principal Scientist at Tonejet, before moving into consulting roles with ARMOR Industrial Inks and founding Smart Chemistry Ltd. Today, he supports industrial partners in the development, manufacturing, and application of advanced inkjet inks and dispersions.
His expertise combines deep polymer chemistry knowledge with extensive experience in industrial inkjet systems, enabling the development of robust, application-focused solutions.
Giovanni Manca brings over 30 years of experience in imaging technology, spanning from analog photography to advanced industrial inkjet systems. His career is defined by deep chemical expertise, technical leadership, and a strong focus on innovation.
He began his career in the 1990s in the R&D division of 3M (later Ferrania), developing high-performance photographic emulsions for X-ray films. He later joined Armor (now Altkin), where he built and led the development of the company’s desktop inkjet ink portfolio, improving color gamut and light fastness.
In 2015, Giovanni led Armor’s entry into industrial inkjet, establishing and managing a dedicated R&D team focused on high-performance inks for a wide range of substrates. Today, he combines technical excellence with a strong commitment to regulatory compliance and industrial standards, ensuring reliable and market-ready solutions.
Carsten is a chemist specializing in water-based inkjet inks with over 10 years of experience in industrial R&D. As Managing Director and Co-Founder of WetDot, he focuses on translating complex inkjet challenges into practical, production-ready solutions.
Before founding WetDot, he led ink development projects and managed R&D teams at Altkin/Armor, working across a wide range of water-based inkjet technologies and applications. His expertise combines deep formulation knowledge with a strong understanding of printhead behavior and industrial production requirements.
Carsten’s work is driven by the development of robust ink systems and the ability to turn complex technical problems into reliable, real-world solutions.