What IQDEMY does

IQDEMY is a privately held Swiss holding company, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Sierre (Canton of Valais), that develops and manufactures industrial UV-LED digital inkjet printing systems, proprietary inks and coatings, printhead control electronics, and bioprinting technologies. Its core technology stack centers on UV-curable inkjet printing for substrates including metal, glass, ceramic, textile and curved surfaces, with notable proprietary components including ARMjet curved-surface printing, single-pass digital coil coating line (CCL) modules, quantum dot security inks, conductive silver inks, and 50+ year fade-resistant Infinity UV-LED inks based on rare-earth pigments. The company holds 50+ global patents and operates through subsidiaries DPS Innovations (printhead drive electronics and RIP software), IQDEMY SWISS INX SA (ink manufacturing at Aigle, Canton of Vaud), SUN Studio (franchise network of 130 studios across 25 countries), and IQDEMY Software (AR/VR development).

IQDEMY monetizes through a mix of industrial printing equipment sales (IQJet, IQJet NEO, ARMjet, customized systems), recurring UV-curable ink and coating consumables manufactured at Aigle, franchise fees and ongoing royalties from SUN Studio operators ($65K-$100K initial investment per studio), control electronics and software sold to OEM printer manufacturers via DPS Innovations, and custom R&D services for specialized industrial applications. Distribution combines direct enterprise sales from Sierre headquarters, a global dealer network, OEM partnerships (notably with Seiko Epson for S3200 printhead control electronics), a co-development joint venture with Otefal Group for steel and aluminum coil coating lines, and an extensive 100+ trade show exhibition presence annually across FESPA, Labelexpo, APPPEXPO and regional events. Customer segments span industrial manufacturers (aluminum, construction materials), watch and jewelry producers, security and brand protection buyers, biomedical and pharmaceutical research institutions, and SMB and consumer markets served via SUN Studio franchises in 70+ countries.

Name

IQDEMY

Legal name

IQDEMY SA Switzerland

Website

https://iqdemy.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

IQDEMY is a Swiss holding company developing industrial UV-LED digital inkjet printing systems, proprietary inks, printhead electronics and bioprinting technologies, serving industrial manufacturers, security printers, watch producers, and a 130-studio SUN Studio franchise network across 70+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Printing Equipment

NAICS

Printing Ink Manufacturing (325910)

SIC

Printing Trades Machinery & Equipment (3555)

akta.pro primary industry

Inkjet Printers (HDACAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Digital & Specialty Inks (Inkjet, UV, Conductive) (IMAEAHAI), Direct-to-Container & Digital Printing (Inkjet/Laser) (IMALAKAF)

Keywords

• Industrial digital printing
• UV LED inkjet technology
• Security printing inks
• Coil coating equipment
• Bioprinting equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Sierre

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Industrial Printing Equipment Sales: Sale of industrial digital printing equipment including IQJet, IQJet NEO, ARMjet, and customized printing systems. Equipment sold directly and through dealer network.
2. UV-Curable Inks and Coatings: Production and sale of proprietary UV inks including standard UV inks, quantum dot security inks, conductive inks, edible inks, and specialty coatings. Manufactured at Aigle, Switzerland facility.
3. SUN Studio Franchise: Franchise fees and ongoing support for SUN Studio printing franchise network. Initial investment ranges from $65,000-$100,000. Network spans 25 countries with 130 studios.
4. Control Electronics and Software: DPS Innovations produces drive electronics for inkjet printheads, control software, RIP software, and modular ink supply systems sold to OEM manufacturers.
5. Custom Equipment Development: R&D services for developing customized printing solutions based on specific client requirements for specialized industrial applications.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

IQDEMY designs, manufactures, and sells industrial UV LED digital inkjet printing equipment (IQJet, IQJet NEO, ARMjet, IQDEMY Lab), a proprietary range of UV-curable inks and coatings (Infinity, Quantum Dot security, conductive silver, bioprinting, edible), and control electronics and RIP software through its DPS Innovations subsidiary. Its solutions enable direct digital printing onto metal coils, glass, ceramic, textile, leather, and curved surfaces for industrial manufacturers, security printers, watchmakers, and biomedical researchers, supported by a global SUN Studio franchise network and a custom R&D service for tailored industrial printing systems.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DPS Innovations: Control electronics and software subsidiary - one of the world's leading suppliers of inkjet drive electronics
• SUN Studio
• IQJet
• IQJET NEO
• IQDEMY Lab
• ARMJet
• Infinity Inks

Products and services

• IQJet Industrial 3D Printer High-precision industrial inkjet printing system combining precision accuracy, advanced electronics, and automation. Modular design with customizable ink supply, printheads, and field size; supports 48+ Epson S3200/Ricoh/Kyocera printheads with continuous ink supply and UV-LED curing at speeds up to 30 m/min, 600 dpi resolution, and 1300 mm width. Used by industrial manufacturers across coil coating, packaging, and decorative surface applications.
• IQJet NEO High-Precision Industrial Printer Sophisticated, customizable high-precision industrial printing system engineered for flexible production. Targets industrial manufacturers needing adaptable printing for varied substrates and runs.
• ARMjet Curved Surface Printing System World's first inkjet printing technique without restrictions on curved surfaces; uses carbon nanotube ink for deep black with low reflection. For industrial manufacturers decorating three-dimensional metal, glass, and similar parts.
• IQDEMY Lab Printer Laboratory-scale printer with industrial precision capabilities, used in R&D settings for bioprinting, conductive ink prototyping, and customized application development.
• Single-Pass Digital CCL Printing Module Integrated digital printing module for metal coil coating lines that combines primer, full-color printing, and varnish in a single pass. Achieves print speeds of 30–150 m/min at 600–1200 dpi, production cost from $0.50/m², and ink consumption of 3–8 ml/m². Co-developed with Otefal Group for steel and aluminum coil manufacturers.
• Infinity UV LED Inks UV LED cured inks formulated with rare earth pigments, providing 50+ years of fade-resistant outdoor color performance with zero VOC emissions post-curing and FDA indirect contact certification. Used by industrial manufacturers for outdoor architectural and decorative metal, watch, and luxury goods applications.
• Quantum Dot Security Inks UV-curable inks containing quantum dots for anti-counterfeiting protection. Invisible under normal conditions and extremely difficult to forge. Applied to securities, banknotes, passports, ID documents, pharmaceutical packaging, and luxury goods by government agencies, central banks, and security printers.
• Conductive Silver Nanoparticle Ink Silver nanoparticle-based conductive ink (up to 100 nm particles) for printing electronic circuits. Cures on materials up to 300°C, produces flexible printed images with high adhesion to polyimide films. Sold to electronics manufacturers and prototyping customers.
• GelMA-Based UV-LED Bioprinting Inks UV-LED curable bioinks based on gelatin methacrylate (GelMA) and other photocross-linkable materials for 3D bioprinting of cellular matrix, biochemical tissues, organs, and living cells. Tested with rat fibroblasts. Used by biomedical researchers and pharmaceutical R&D teams.
• DPS Innovations Drive Electronics and RIP Software Inkjet printhead drive electronics, control software, modular ink supply systems, and RIP software produced by DPS Innovations and sold to OEM printer manufacturers worldwide, including a direct integration relationship with Seiko Epson for the S3200 printhead.
• SUN Studio Interior Decoration Printing Franchise Franchise offering turnkey interior decoration printing services using IQDEMY technology, for customized furniture, wall décor, architectural elements, and other interior surfaces. Standard franchise from $65,000; Full Investment from $100,000, with training, marketing support, and 20+ free services. Network spans 25 countries, 96 cities, and 130 studios; named most profitable printing franchise by Forbes in 2014.

Quantifiable outcome

• Production cost reduction to $0.50/m² with 3-8ml/m² ink consumption
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability6 records

Feature10 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Otefal Group (Italy)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Joint development of world's first standalone digital printing line for steel and aluminum coils. Otefal provides coil coating expertise while IQDEMY contributes digital printing technology. CCL project enables 'digital inkjet replacement for traditional roller coating' with combined UV LED curing and single-pass technology.
• Seiko Epson CorporationcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 October 2019DPS Innovations (IQDEMY Group company) developed control system for new Epson S3200 printhead using PrecisionCore technology. DPS directly interacts with Epson Japan and plans to become full-time integrator for all actual and upcoming printhead solutions. Partnership enables support for all printer OEMs.
• GongzhengcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership for DPES China exhibitions. Gongzheng provides reliable industrial hardware while IQDEMY contributes technological expertise in ink chemistry and software to deliver turnkey industrial printing solutions.
• Koenig & Bauer Banknote Solutions (KBA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMeetings at IQDEMY Swiss Inx facility in Aigle to discuss collaboration in security sector: banknote and ID document printing, brand protection against counterfeiting, variable data printing, and development of unique inks for KBA equipment. KBA delegation visited and praised IQDEMY's R&D laboratory capabilities.
• Swiss Engineering AssociationminorOthersProud members of Swiss Engineering Association. Goal is to promote best technological solutions on European market together with strongest engineering companies from Switzerland.
• InnovaudcoreOthersInnovation and investment promotion agency for canton of Vaud, Switzerland. Provided support for establishing ink factory in Aigle including permits, connections with academic partners, and recruiting agencies. IQDEMY SWISS INX SA established with assistance from Innovaud.
• NextGene BiosystemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBiomedical collaboration with NextGene Biosystem (Blagoveshchensk) for theoretical studies and practical experiments in bioprinting technology development.
• State Scientific Center VectorminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRussian research center for creation of conjugates with quantum dots and monoclonal/polyclonal antibodies for ELISA-test systems. Joint development of rapid diagnostic tests for diseases including flu, tick-borne encephalitis, STIs, and hepatitis B/C.
• DIM Gray (Thailand)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorThai dealer partner for joint exhibition participation at FESPA Asia 2019 Bangkok.
• GFK (Turkey)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTurkish dealer and partner for Eurasia Glass Fair 2019 exhibition. Excellent preparation and hospitality noted.
• CN TechnologyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartner for Print4All exhibition Fiera Milano 2025. Jointly presenting hybrid flexo machine fused with high-performance digital printing module at booth E27/F30 hall 11.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Roland DG: Roland DG produces UV LED inkjet printers (VersaUV) and specialty UV inks for industrial prototyping, decoration, and personalization — overlapping with IQDEMY's UV-cured decoration printing systems targeted at industrial and consumer/SMB franchise channels.
• Durst Group: Durst is one of the largest direct competitors in industrial inkjet printing for ceramics, glass, and metal decoration, with overlapping UV-curable ink systems and a strong focus on single-pass and digital-on-coil solutions — directly competing with IQDEMY's IQJet and CCL module value propositions.
• Mimaki Engineering: Mimaki manufactures UV LED inkjet printers, UV inks, and industrial/sublimation printing systems for sign graphics, industrial decoration, and textile markets — a direct peer in UV-curable industrial printer and consumable design along with IQDEMY's IQJet-family offerings.
• EFI (Electronics For Imaging): EFI provides industrial digital inkjet printers, Fiery RIP software, and integrated ink solutions for sign/display, packaging, and industrial markets — overlapping with IQDEMY's printer hardware, RIP/control software (via DPS Innovations), and consumables revenue model.
• Agfa-Gevaert: Agfa is a major manufacturer of industrial inkjet inks, printing equipment, and software (Inca Digital is in its portfolio), serving sign-and-display, packaging, and industrial decoration markets with UV-curable inkjet platforms — directly comparable to IQDEMY's industrial UV LED inkjet and consumables stack.
• Xaar: Xaar is a UK-based inkjet printhead manufacturer with applications in ceramics, glass, packaging, and industrial decoration — comparable to DPS Innovations' role as a printhead drive/control electronics supplier and to IQDEMY's broader industrial printhead integration roadmap.
• SPGPrints: SPGPrints designs industrial rotary screen and digital printing systems for textiles, labels, and packaging — comparable to IQDEMY's industrial inkjet, label, and specialty printing applications, with overlapping end customers in labels and decorative printing.

Emerging players

• Marabu GmbH & Co. KG: Marabu specializes in UV-curable and specialty inks for industrial digital printing (screen, pad, and digital) into industrial decoration, automotive, and glass markets — an emerging/specialist peer comparable to IQDEMY's UV LED ink business across industrial substrates.

Broad incumbents

• HP (Industrial Print / PageWide Industrial): HP is a broad incumbent in industrial and graphics printing (HP Indigo, PageWide, HP Latex), with extensive UV and water-based ink portfolios and a global channel — comparable to IQDEMY's industrial equipment and ink businesses as a much larger competitor in many of the same end markets.
• Fujifilm: Fujifilm is a broad incumbent in industrial inkjet printheads, UV-curable inks, and large-format printing equipment serving signage, packaging, and decoration — competing with IQDEMY across multiple served verticals and offering a much deeper R&D and balance sheet.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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