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Abstract
Italian company IXLA partnered with the iPrint Institute to develop a ground-breaking solution for decentralised desktop colour inkjet printing within IXLA's laser engraving machines, addressing the demand for larger colour images and innovative security features in the personalisation of security documents. The project followed iPrint's 'digital manufacturing' process, including materials analysis, ink selection and extensive testing. The resulting 'XPrint' platform, which was unveiled at the TRUSTECH exhibition in Paris in November 2023, attracted considerable interest. The collaboration facilitated the in-house development of XPrint and helped position IXLA as a leading player in the personalisation of security documents. The future plans include delivery of first platforms in 2024, ongoing work to improve processes and a focus on developing new security features by combining laser and inkjet technologies. The aim is to exploit the full potential and synergies of both technologies for revolutionary, cost-effective and easily detectable security features.