Tecna 2022, the leading players give their views: Gian Luca Zanoni, Inter Ser's CEO

Gian Luca Zanoni, Inter Ser's CEO, speaks about products latest innovations and all the news expected for 2022 TECNA edition. Main focus on the ink handling for digital machines, on the engobe application and energy savings.

What technological solutions have you been working on in recent years and are planning to showcase at the exhibition?

«For the past two years we have been focusing mainly on ink management for digital printing, engobe application and energy saving. The market response has been extremely positive, almost overwhelming. We have a strong belief in these lean, green manufacturing technologies, which reduce the risk of human error in the field of process control.

The large tile producing groups were the first to introduce these innovations in their factories, demonstrating the very real and practical benefits they bring and paving the way for the successful adoption of our products by smaller manufacturers and companies located in less industrialised countries.

At Tecna 2022 we will be presenting the latest version of I-NKFILLER®, the original, innovative and most widely used automatic filling system for digital inks, materials and glues. I-NKFILLER® was designed and built entirely by I-TECH®, while INTER SER is responsible for marketing the system in several non-European countries.

We will also present a variety of machines for engobe application, particularly ROLL1. This dedicated machine for printing the underside of tiles can be used in conjunction with the ROLLERFLEX laser-engraved silicone roller to apply refractory engobe easily, precisely and uniformly.

We will also be displaying the latest 4.0 version of ENEAGREEN, the press oil cooling system which uses variable ventilation technology designed and produced by FIMO and distributed by INTER SER in many non-European countries».

How do you expect the market to evolve over the next few months?

«Despite the difficulties caused by the war between Russia and Ukraine and the limited availability of raw materials, we see great opportunities for INTER SER. At a time of raw material shortages and consequent delays in deliveries, the market has maintained its confidence in us thanks to our longstanding reputation for responsiveness. We keep our promises and stand by customers when they face difficulties, values that are more important than ever at times like the present».

What are your expectations for Tecna 2022?

«Pensiamo che ci sia tanta voglia di tornare in fiera dopo 4 anni di assenza forzata dalla pandemia. Ci saranno molti visitatori provenienti dall’estero e sarà quindi un’importante opportunità sia per ritrovare i nostri clienti fidelizzati, ai quali mostrare le ultime novità, che per avere la possibilità di incontrare nuovi potenziali clienti».

Which countries are you focusing your promotional efforts on ahead of the exhibition?

«We believe the entire industry is keen to meet up again after a four-year forced absence caused by the pandemic. Given the large numbers of international visitors taking part, the show will be an important opportunity for us not only to display our latest innovations to our existing clientele but also to meet potential new customers.»