introduction hydrographic printing
Bringing colors and patterns to everyday objects.
Hydrographic Printing was born from the inspiration of a single developer, focusing on the automotive industry and enhancing people's lives worldwide.
Hydrographic Printing was invented in 1974. It all started with a request to decorate a hair dryer with a pattern. While searching for a solution, a researcher had an idea inspired by a medicine he took. When he noticed an oblate sticking to his fingertips, the concept for this new technology emerged.
We developed a technology that allows for transferring patterns printed on a special water-soluble film floated on a water surface to materials like plastic. By harnessing the power of water, we made it possible to print on complex shapes. Additionally, by adjusting the type of ink, coating, and materials used, we achieved a high degree of design freedom. We have paved a new path in the realm of printing on three-dimensional substrates, where expression was once limited.
Initially, Hydrographic Printing was applied to watches and general merchandise. As research and development progressed, the range of expressions expanded, leading to the creation of unique designs one after another. What began with general merchandise has now broadened its reach to the automotive sector, household appliances, cosmetics, sports goods, and interiors.