What We Do
The RIT Printing Applications Lab (PAL) is among the world’s foremost centers of applied research and innovation for the printing industry.
Services
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Applied research
We facilitate print-production modernization efforts with services that include value-stream mapping, workflow automation, and machine-vision quality inspection.
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Print technology selection
We design and execute experiments to support selection of printing technology and equipment, including performance evaluation and robustness testing.
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Quality assurance (QA)
We create custom QA programs for companies and government organizations. We set target values and tolerances, metrology practices, and data reporting methods.
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Print certification
We develop certification programs for organizations that are based on relevant national and international standards.
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Independent lab services
We serve as an extension to our clients’ existing lab capabilities, providing custom-ink formulation, media testing, ink-adhesion testing, and facility qualification.
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Certified HP partner
We are an official partner of HP. We are one of three labs worldwide that offer the HP Indigo Media Certification Program and certified HP PANTONE ink-mixing.