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INX International deploys AI-driven R&D system for ink formulation innovation
INX International Ink has partnered with Albert Invent to implement an AI-ready operating system that transforms R&D workflows. The initiative aims to centralise experimental data, integrate processes, and enable AI-powered ink formulation discovery.
INX International Ink Co., a major player in the ink industry, has taken a significant step towards modernising its R&D operations by implementing Albert Invent’s AI-ready operating system. This strategic partnership focuses on leveraging digital transformation to enhance research efficiency and drive innovation in ink formulation. The system is designed to centralise experimental data, streamline workflows, and establish the necessary infrastructure for AI-powered discovery, ultimately aiming to redefine how knowledge flows within the organisation.
The deployment addresses four principal areas: data harmonisation, AI-driven formulation discovery, workflow integration, and change management. By unifying experimental data from solvent-based, water-based, energy-curable, and metal decorating ink systems, INX creates a robust foundation for future AI tools aimed at advancing formulation performance.
AI-driven tools reshape ink formulation processes
Albert Invent’s system introduces five operational capabilities that are now active across INX’s R&D organisation. These include integrated experimental data capture, AI-powered experiment design and performance prediction, regulatory intelligence for automated SDS generation, enterprise-grade security for team collaboration, and streamlined workflows linking commercial requests directly to research activities.
A pivotal element in the project was migrating INX’s historical R&D data into the Albert Invent system. This ensures that the company’s institutional knowledge informs and strengthens future AI models. As Mark Hill, INX’s senior vice president of R&D, explains, “Digital transformation in R&D isn’t just about implementing software. It’s about changing how knowledge flows across an entire organisation.”
Strategic partnership for industry innovation
The collaboration reflects a shared vision between INX and Albert Invent to drive industry standards in materials innovation. Nick Talken, CEO of Albert Invent, emphasised, “Modern materials innovation will increasingly depend on turning experimental knowledge into intelligence. By building an AI-ready R&D infrastructure, INX has taken a huge leap forward in setting industry standards for innovation.”
Bryce Kristo, CEO of INX, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of integrating cutting-edge technology and AI capabilities into the company’s operations. “The team at Albert comes from deep industry expertise and fundamentally understands the nuances of our business,” he said. “We are excited to partner with them on our digital transformation journey.”
This move positions INX as a forward-thinking player in the coatings and ink industry, with a focus on leveraging AI to optimise formulations, enhance efficiency, and drive sustainable innovation.
