WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Association of Printing Ink Manufacturers (NAPIM) announced that registration is now open for the 2026 NAPIM Summer Course, the organization's premier annual educational program for professionals in the printing ink industry. The course will take place July 27–31, 2026, at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.

Now in its continuing tradition as the industry's most comprehensive ink education program, the NAPIM Summer Course brings together printing ink professionals for five intensive days of classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory work, and expert-led technical sessions. The 2026 program will feature more than 30 sessions covering the full spectrum of printing ink science and technology.

“The NAPIM Summer Course is where the printing ink industry comes to learn. Whether you are new to the field or a seasoned professional looking to deepen your knowledge, this program offers a level of depth, hands-on experience, and access to industry expertise that simply cannot be found anywhere else.”

— Tim Welsh, Executive Director, National Association of Printing Ink Manufacturers (NAPIM)

Program Highlights

  • The 2026 NAPIM Summer Course curriculum is structured across five full days, each building on the last to provide attendees with a complete foundation in printing ink technology:
  • Classroom instruction from leading industry practitioners across litho, flexo, gravure, and digital ink disciplines
  • Hands-on laboratory sessions including press demos, viscosity testing, color measurement, and ink formulation
  • Concurrent group workshops that allow smaller cohorts to rotate through specialized lab environments
  • Sessions on government regulations, sustainability, and the science of colorants, rheology, and dispersion
  • Networking opportunities with peers and instructors from some of the industry's most respected companies

Registration is now open.  To register and view the full agenda, visit: Summary - NAPIM 2026 Summer Course.

About NAPIM

The National Association of Printing Ink Manufacturers (NAPIM) represents the U.S. printing ink industry, providing advocacy, education, networking, and technical resources to support innovation and growth. For more information, visit www.napim.org. To register for the 2026 Summer Course, visit Summary - NAPIM 2026 Summer Course.