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R&D and Patents

R&D


More than 50 tests are needed to develop an ink, in order to measure its physical and chemical properties and its printing characteristics.


Each cartridge has its own ink (there are more than 100 ARMOR Inkjet formulas): this is the only way to ensure colour and performance similar to the original.

 

 

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Each ARMOR ink is compatible with the OEM ink (no chemical reactions between them) and designed to protect the printer’s printhead.

 

We combine unique expertise in ink formulation, plastic injection, and electronics. With our R&D, a hundred new standards are developed each year.

 

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PATENTS


Respect for Patents is a top priority for ARMOR which is why we have an in-house service specializing in industrial and intellectual property .
All our Inkjet and Laser solutions are respectful of patents filed by OEMs .


The integrated legal department continuously monitors compliance with intellectual and industrial property rights throughout the compatible cartridge life cycle, from design to end-of-life.

 

 

 

What is the purpose of patents filed by OEMs?

What is the purpose of patents filed by OEMs?

The primary function of patent applications for print cartridges
is to prevent compatible cartridge manufacturers from making “clones” of OEM cartridges and using any technique to manufacture an alternative with components subject to a patent. OEMs may initiate legal action for using registered industrial property.

Ethics and ARMOR Solutions

ARMOR Office Printing’s policy is unambiguous: respect the patents filed by the OEMs


To do so, all patent filing activity by OEMs must be carefully monitored and analyzed. This activity may only be carried out by highly skilled lawyers in the matter. Therefore, for many years ARMOR has included a lawyer specializing in industrial property on its teams.


Once the patents have been analyzed, ARMOR develops a compatible solution excluding any use of patented components for, in fine, an alternative to the original brand, but with all the performance required to ensure functionality and quality similar to the original cartridge.

Patents in Pictures

Patented OEM liquid supply valve unit of ink cartridge (from EP1918110B1) ARMOR intelligent workaround solution
patented ARMOR intelligent

ARMOR solutions have a different technical approach to achieve similar functionality but do not use any mechanical or electronic component patented.
These innovative R&D efforts are for all critical patents filed by OEMs.
And when the ARMOR intelligent solution is unlike the OEM solution in every aspect, it is a very clear and visible indication that the patents were complied with from the design stage.

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(1) Cartridge infringing the patent filed by the original brand (OEM)
(2) OEM Cartridge - sample patent (From EP0655336)
(3) ARMOR Solution: a “smart” solution using its own technique thus respecting the patent filed.

Patents and Inkjet cartridges

Today Inkjet cartridges are more than just ink reservoirs. They consist of a large number of mechanical and electronic components to ensure optimal printing functionality. Here are a few examples of components that can be subject to a patent:

Mechanical components:


  • Storing ink at exact atmospheric pressure
  • Construction the ink’s pathway to the printhead
  • Mechanical functions essential for recognition (cartridge type, colour, etc. )
  • Cartridge insertion mechanics

Electrical and electronic components:


  • Cartridge electronic control circuit
  • Ink level sensors
  • Ink flow monitoring
  • Electrical connections
  • Printhead operation
  • Wireless information transmission (RFI) elements

These components, individually and as an ensemble, are protected by numerous patents protecting OEM industrial property rights. Hundreds of patents and trademarks have been filed by OEMs in Europe.