London, 28 October 2024. IM GROUP was recognised with the title Emerging Integrated Engineering Solutions Company of the Year 2024 at the eighth annual UK-based Global Business Awards. This prestigious accolade highlights IM GROUP’s commitment to advancing sustainable engineering and cutting-edge technology solutions, promoting ethical practices across all sectors it serves, and driving responsible growth in the ink, paint, coatings, and chemical industries.

The award reinforces IM GROUP's position as an industry leader in integrated engineering solutions, acknowledging the company’s ability to innovate and deliver highly tailored systems that cater to a diverse client base.

Pioneering Technology and Customisation at the Forefront

A key factor in IM GROUP’s recognition is its commitment to customisation and ability to deliver tailored solutions that meet specific customer needs. By maximising the specialised expertise of its seven brands, IM GROUP provides end-to-end solutions across industries. For example, a comprehensive solution might include a dispersing and grinding mill from IEC+, a paint-dispensing system from Rexson, an ink-dispensing system from Inkmaker, and a filling-line system from Tecnopails. This combination of specialised technology allows IM GROUP to meet specific client requirements with unmatched precision and efficiency.

IM GROUP software suite, developed by its IT division, is another testament to this flexibility. Including IMAESTRO, IMPRIMO, IMAGO, and IMTECNO, the suite supports over 30 languages, integrates with leading management applications, and adapts seamlessly to both small-scale and complex industrial needs, making it a trusted solution across diverse markets.

To support growing demand, IM GROUP recently expanded its facilities in the United Kingdom and the United States. These new operations will support the production and shipment of large-scale equipment, including the recently launched Plusmill Evo by IEC+, which sets new standards in pigment processing with its innovative Cowles-Impeller Technology. This expansion underscores IM GROUP’s commitment to its global client base and enhances its capacity to deliver advanced, sustainable engineering solutions.

Breakthrough Innovations

The award also celebrates IM GROUP’s leadership in technological advancement, with recent innovations including:

• Patented centre-point multi-stage dispensing valves:

Inkmaker’s pneumatic, centre-point dispensing valves eliminate rotating parts, making them ideal for any container size and enhancing ease of use.

• Self-calibrating software, IMAESTRO: 

This cutting-edge software uses real-time data from electronic scales to control dispensing valves, ensuring accuracy and minimising waste.

• Optimised Recycle-Management:

Designed to reduce waste, this system recycles excess materials for future production, promoting sustainability.

• 360° Access Technology:

A unique feature from Rexson’s ColorPoint™ dispensing station, providing easy inspection and replacement for up to 32 multi-stage dispensing valves.

• Plusmill Evo by IEC+:

IEC+’s revolutionary grinding solution, integrating Cowles-Impeller Technology for unmatched efficiency in pigment processing.

• The Roboline:

Launched in 2022, this innovation integrates anthropomorphic robots into filling lines, bringing automation flexibility to both classified and safe areas.

• World’s First Automated Lid-Coupling System:

Tecnopails introduced this breakthrough in 2021, enhancing automation within the filling sector.

• New Feed and Closure Filling-Line Series:

Launched by Tecnopails in 2022, this series offers seamless integration with Rexson’s ColorPoint dispenser, broadening IM GROUP’s automation capabilities.

A Legacy of Strategic Growth

IM GROUP’s rise to prominence has been shaped by strategic acquisitions and a steadfast commitment to innovation. Between 2019 and 2020, Inkmaker acquired Rexson and Vale-Tech in the UK, Tecnopails in Italy, Swesa in Germany, and Teko Tinting and Engineering in Malaysia and Indonesia, followed by Italian firm IEC+ in 2021. These acquisitions formed a strong supply chain for the ink, paint, and coatings industries, resulting in the formation of IM GROUP.

In April 2021, the rebranding from Inkmaker Group to IM GROUP underscored the company's growth and technological advancement, propelling it to the forefront of integrated engineering solutions.

Award Methodology and Recognition

The Global Business Awards are entirely merit-based, with an impartial judging panel from Corporate Vision. Nominees are rigorously evaluated on excellence in innovation, customer service, and industry impact, with winners gaining exposure through Corporate Vision’s global readership of over 82,000 industry professionals. Martin Black, General Manager of IM GROUP and Inkmaker UK Ltd., expressed his gratitude to Corporate Vision and the research and judging panel for recognising IM GROUP with this prestigious award at the Global Business Awards 2024. IM GROUP’s win signifies not only industry leadership but also a commitment to surpassing modern business challenges through ethical and sustainable practices.

About Corporate Vision

Since its launch in December 2014, Corporate Vision has provided monthly insights to a global readership of 155,000 business leaders, managers, recruiters, and experts. Brought to its audience by AI Global Media, Corporate Vision is part of a portfolio of 13 brands, delivering trustworthy B2B content across multiple sectors, including luxury lifestyle, construction, healthcare, and small business.

About IM GROUP

Founded in Turin, Italy, on 22 April 2021, IM GROUP is a global leader in technology and engineering solutions, combining the expertise of its brands Inkmaker, Rexson, Vale-tech, Swesa, Teko, Tecnopails, and IEC+. The group offers comprehensive process engineering solutions, focusing on mixing and dispensing for various industries, including paint, coatings, ink, chemicals, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and more. With a presence in 15 countries across five continents, IM GROUP is a trusted partner to Fortune 500 companies such as Boeing, Sherwin Williams, PPG, Akzo Nobel, Avery Denison, International Paper, and Tetra Pak.

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