Color Measurement Company TECHKON USA is being purchased by Datacolor
**Datacolor Acquires Techkon USA, Expanding Presence in Printing and Packaging**
In a strategic move to bolster its presence in the printing and packaging sectors, Datacolor has announced the acquisition of Techkon USA, a Massachusetts-based company renowned for its innovative color measurement technology.
The acquisition allows Datacolor to broaden its product offering, with Techkon USA's ChromaQA software and in-line spectrometers set to join Datacolor's integrated color management solutions. These solutions cater to the printing, packaging, and manufacturing industries, addressing the growing demands in these sectors.
ChromaQA software offers advanced pressroom color management solutions, enabling packaging printers to achieve faster color setup times, lower make-ready costs, and maintain consistent color throughout long press runs. When paired with in-line spectrometers, ChromaQA allows operators to make real-time adjustments, ensuring tight color tolerances and enhancing overall production efficiency.
Techkon USA's in-line spectrometers offer precise color measurement capabilities, crucial for maintaining high-quality color consistency in printing and packaging. The integration of these spectrometers with ChromaQA enhances the ability to monitor and adjust color in real-time, improving production speed and quality.
Over the last 17 years, Techkon USA has developed its own innovative software and in-line color solutions, and with Datacolor's support, these offerings are set to significantly improve. George Adam, Techkon USA's owner and president, plans to enhance color control efficiencies for the graphic arts market. Techkon USA, with Datacolor's backing, aims to scale globally.
The acquisition also marks Datacolor's expansion beyond Europe, as it enters the North and South American markets, where Techkon USA has built deep customer relationships. Customers and partners of Techkon USA will continue to receive seamless service and support.
The innovative offerings of ChromaQA and in-line spectrometers have contributed to the industry's recognition of excellence in technical innovation. While the specific details of the 2024 and 2025 FTA Technical Innovation Awards in relation to Techkon USA are not mentioned, these solutions likely received awards due to their ability to improve color consistency, provide real-time data, and enhance efficiency and quality within the industry.
This acquisition is expected to strengthen Datacolor's position in the printing and packaging sectors, as it continues to deliver innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers.
The acquisition of Techkon USA by Datacolor signifies a strategic entry into the finance sphere, as the deal is anticipated to generate significant revenue from the sale of Techkon's advanced color measurement technology solutions in the printing, packaging, and manufacturing industries.
With Techkon USA's innovative software and in-line solutions now under its umbrella, Datacolor aims to leverage technology advancements to further expand its presence in the global market, particularly in North and South America.
