Digital Paper Bag Printing Machine 2026 Solutions

Bring short-run paper bag production in-house with high-speed digital inkjet technology from iJetColor. Our solutions help commercial printers, packaging operations, and fulfillment teams produce vibrant, variable-data bags with minimal setup, low waste, and rapid job changes. Backed by manufacturer-direct expertise, these systems are built to support profitable, responsive production as packaging demands evolve in 2026.

Digital inkjet printer producing custom paper bags

Our Paper Bag Printing Services

Digital equipment, operator education, and continuity support for efficient short-run paper bag and packaging production.

Digital Bag Printing

Deploy high-speed digital inkjet equipment for full-color short-run paper bag production, helping operations reduce setup, limit waste, and move quickly between custom jobs.

Operator Training

Build practical iJetColor system knowledge through live training sessions. Customers with iJet Advantage can complete three classes for certification and earn $1,000 off their next preventative maintenance service.

Rapid Replacement

Minimize interruption during a factory overhaul with an optional rental-unit program. Rapid Replacement includes exchange shipping for the rental unit and the customer system in all four directions.

Fast Digital Production

Make Short-Run Bag Printing More Profitable

iJetColor helps packaging and commercial print operations move beyond lengthy makeready and costly short runs. Digital inkjet technology supports vibrant, durable output, variable data, and rapid transitions with as little as one or two envelopes of setup. For paper bag applications, adjustable printhead height accommodates substrates up to two inches thick, giving teams a practical route to responsive, in-house packaging production.

Operator inspecting printed paper bags
Built for Print Teams

Production Success Stories

See how print operations use iJetColor technology to increase capacity and create profitable short-run output.

"The 1175 is the best! It's very accurate. The colors are good. It's very easy to manipulate. Easy to run and set up. Zero percent problems!"

Luis Roman

"It's a flawless, simple machine to use."

Bruce Thomas
Bruce Thomas

"You're just not going to find a machine to turn out this volume, this quickly, with this quality."

Strategic Imaging

"We love it! 70,000 images so far and our customers are enjoying the additional design freedom the iJetColor Press offers. It's a big win for us."

Grange Insurance

"The 1175 is the best! It's very accurate. The colors are good. It's very easy to manipulate. Easy to run and set up. Zero percent problems!"

Luis Roman

"It's a flawless, simple machine to use."

Bruce Thomas
Bruce Thomas

"You're just not going to find a machine to turn out this volume, this quickly, with this quality."

Strategic Imaging

"We love it! 70,000 images so far and our customers are enjoying the additional design freedom the iJetColor Press offers. It's a big win for us."

Grange Insurance

"The 1175 is the best! It's very accurate. The colors are good. It's very easy to manipulate. Easy to run and set up. Zero percent problems!"

Luis Roman

"It's a flawless, simple machine to use."

Bruce Thomas
Bruce Thomas

"You're just not going to find a machine to turn out this volume, this quickly, with this quality."

Strategic Imaging

"We love it! 70,000 images so far and our customers are enjoying the additional design freedom the iJetColor Press offers. It's a big win for us."

Grange Insurance
The iJetColor Difference

Why Choose iJetColor?

A manufacturer-direct partner for practical, high-speed digital print production.

Print Experience

Draw on Printware’s 40+ years of experience developing practical, profitable printing solutions.

Proven Scale

More than 1,500 customers and 2,500 deployed machines demonstrate nationwide operating experience.

Direct Support

Manufacturer-direct service and specialized engineers help teams maintain dependable production performance.

Durable Output

HP 990 pigment inks are RISE certified for light, water, and abrasion resistance.

Meet the iJetColor Team

Experienced print specialists focused on your production success.

Portrait of Tim Murphy, President of iJetColor by Printware

Tim Murphy

President

Tim Murphy serves as President of iJetColor by Printware, guiding the company's overall strategy, operations, and long-term vision. With Printware's 40+ year legacy in the printing industry as the foundation, Tim leads a team dedicated to delivering profitable, practical, and powerful print solutions to commercial printers and businesses across the United States. Under his leadership, iJetColor has grown to serve over 1,500 customers and deploy more than 2,500 machines nationwide, earning industry recognition including the 2020 Printed United Alliance Product of the Year award. Tim is committed to driving innovation in high-speed inkjet technology and ensuring every customer receives the manufacturer-direct support they need to succeed.

Portrait of Bill Frederick, Vice President of Sales at iJetColor by Printware

Bill Frederick

Vice President of Sales

Bill Frederick is the Vice President of Sales at iJetColor by Printware, overseeing the company's national sales organization and strategy. With a focus on helping commercial printers, mailing service providers, and fulfillment operations discover the advantages of high-speed inkjet technology, Bill and his team work to match customers with the right solutions for their business needs. He plays a key role in building relationships with major printing franchises and enterprise clients across the United States. Bill is committed to demonstrating how iJetColor's solutions can deliver a payback period as short as 12 months while significantly reducing cost-per-piece and production time.

Portrait of Chuck Dusek, Director of Distribution at iJetColor by Printware

Chuck Dusek

Director of Distribution

Chuck Dusek serves as Director of Distribution at iJetColor by Printware, managing the logistics and distribution of the company's industry-leading printing equipment and solutions across the United States. With over 2,500 machines deployed nationwide, Chuck oversees the processes that ensure timely and accurate delivery of iJetColor's product line to commercial printers, mailing operations, and fulfillment centers. His work is integral to maintaining the company's reputation for reliability and manufacturer-direct support. Chuck's dedication to operational efficiency ensures that customers receive their equipment ready to perform from day one.

Portrait of Andrew Dale, Director of Finance at iJetColor by Printware

Andrew Dale

Director of Finance

Andrew Dale is the Director of Finance at iJetColor by Printware, responsible for leading the company's financial operations, planning, and reporting. With Printware's 40+ year history as a foundation, Andrew ensures the financial health and strategic growth of the iJetColor brand. He works closely with company leadership to support investment in innovative printing technologies, including HP PageWide and Memjet integrations, while maintaining the fiscal discipline needed to deliver competitive pricing and value to over 1,500 customers across the United States. Andrew's financial stewardship helps iJetColor remain the most cost-effective inkjet envelope and packaging printing solution in the market.

Portrait of Zack Sterzinger, Director of Sales at iJetColor by Printware

Zack Sterzinger

Director of Sales

Zack Sterzinger is the Director of Sales at iJetColor by Printware, driving sales team performance and customer acquisition strategies across the United States. Zack works to connect commercial printers, direct mail providers, and in-house corporate print operations with iJetColor's award-winning digital inkjet solutions. He focuses on helping businesses understand how replacing offset and toner-based systems with iJetColor technology can dramatically reduce costs and increase production speed. Zack is passionate about building lasting customer relationships and ensuring that every prospective client receives clear, honest guidance on the solutions best suited to their operation.

Portrait of Jacob Dunham, Business Development at iJetColor by Printware

Jacob Dunham

Business Development

Jacob Dunham leads Business Development efforts at iJetColor by Printware, identifying and pursuing new growth opportunities across commercial printing, packaging, fulfillment, and direct mail markets in the United States. Jacob works to expand iJetColor's reach by cultivating strategic partnerships and engaging new customer segments, including educational institutions, government print operations, and online printing platforms. Drawing on the company's 40+ year industry legacy and its portfolio of HP PageWide and Memjet-powered solutions, Jacob is dedicated to positioning iJetColor as the go-to partner for businesses looking to modernize their print operations and improve profitability.

Portrait of Andrea Vuleta-Jensen, Marketing Manager at iJetColor by Printware

Andrea Vuleta-Jensen

Marketing Manager

Andrea Vuleta-Jensen is the Marketing Manager at iJetColor by Printware, overseeing all marketing strategy, brand communications, and promotional initiatives for the company. She plays a pivotal role in telling the iJetColor story — from award-winning product launches to educational content that helps commercial printers understand the power of high-speed inkjet technology. Andrea manages campaigns that highlight iJetColor's competitive advantages, including its lowest cost-per-piece in the commercial printing market and its 2020 Printed United Alliance Product of the Year recognition. Her work ensures that iJetColor's message reaches the right audiences across the United States.

Portrait of Duane Smith, Director of Manufacturing and Services at iJetColor by Printware

Duane Smith

Director of Manufacturing and Services

Duane Smith is the Director of Manufacturing and Services at iJetColor by Printware, overseeing production quality and customer service delivery for the company's full line of high-speed inkjet printing solutions. With responsibility for both manufacturing operations and post-sale support, Duane ensures that every machine leaving iJetColor meets the highest standards of performance and reliability. He is central to the company's MFG Direct Support model, which provides customers with manufacturer-direct service they can depend on. Duane's dual focus on production excellence and customer satisfaction reflects iJetColor's commitment to delivering print solutions that truly make a difference.

Portrait of Mark Smelik, Director of Operations at iJetColor by Printware

Mark Smelik

Director of Operations

Mark Smelik serves as Director of Operations at iJetColor by Printware, managing the day-to-day operational activities and order fulfillment processes that keep the company running at peak efficiency. With over 2,500 machines deployed across the United States and a customer base of 1,500+ businesses, Mark ensures that iJetColor's operational infrastructure is equipped to meet growing demand. He coordinates across departments to streamline workflows, maintain inventory, and guarantee timely delivery of equipment and supplies. Mark's operational leadership is essential to upholding iJetColor's reputation for reliability and its promise of manufacturer-direct customer support.

Portrait of Kelly Kuester, Customer Resource Director at iJetColor by Printware

Kelly Kuester

Customer Resource Director

Kelly Kuester is the Customer Resource Director at iJetColor by Printware, leading the company's customer resource management and support programs. Kelly is at the heart of iJetColor's commitment to one-on-one dedicated support, ensuring that every customer has access to the resources, guidance, and assistance they need to maximize the performance of their printing systems. She works to build strong, long-term relationships with iJetColor's diverse customer base — from local print shops to high-volume commercial operations — and continuously improves the support experience to reflect the company's core value of customer service excellence.

Portrait of Tristan Sweet, Senior Service Engineer at iJetColor by Printware

Tristan Sweet

Senior Service Engineer

Tristan Sweet is a Senior Service Engineer at iJetColor by Printware, delivering expert technical support and hands-on assistance for iJetColor's portfolio of high-speed inkjet printing systems. Tristan specializes in troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimization of HP PageWide and Memjet-powered equipment, helping customers achieve maximum uptime and performance. As part of iJetColor's dedicated one-on-one support team, he provides the kind of manufacturer-direct service that sets the company apart from competitors. Tristan's technical expertise and commitment to customer success ensure that businesses across the United States can rely on their iJetColor systems to perform at their best.

Portrait of Wayne Kast, Senior Service Engineer at iJetColor by Printware

Wayne Kast

Senior Service Engineer

Wayne Kast is a Senior Service Engineer at iJetColor by Printware, providing expert technical support and maintenance services for iJetColor's line of high-speed digital inkjet printing equipment. Wayne's deep knowledge of the company's systems enables him to diagnose issues quickly, perform preventive maintenance, and help customers keep their operations running smoothly. As part of iJetColor's specialized service engineering team, Wayne embodies the company's manufacturer-direct support philosophy, ensuring customers receive timely and effective assistance. His dedication to technical excellence and customer satisfaction makes him a trusted resource for print operations across the United States.

Portrait of Jim Winter, Senior Service Engineer at iJetColor by Printware

Jim Winter

Senior Service Engineer

Jim Winter is a Senior Service Engineer at iJetColor by Printware, bringing extensive experience in technical support and maintenance for iJetColor's high-speed digital inkjet printing systems. Jim works directly with customers to install, service, and optimize equipment, ensuring that every machine operates at peak efficiency. His comprehensive knowledge of iJetColor's product line — including HP PageWide and Memjet technology — allows him to resolve complex technical challenges with confidence. Jim is a cornerstone of iJetColor's manufacturer-direct support model, providing the personalized, expert service that has helped the company build lasting relationships with over 1,500 customers nationwide.

Portrait of Carson Smelik, Senior Manufacturing Specialist at iJetColor by Printware

Carson Smelik

Senior Manufacturing Specialist

Carson Smelik is a Senior Manufacturing Specialist at iJetColor by Printware, responsible for overseeing manufacturing excellence and technical coordination for the company's digital inkjet printing systems. Carson plays a vital role in ensuring that every machine produced meets iJetColor's exacting quality standards before it reaches a customer. His expertise in the build and technical configuration of inkjet systems supports the company's ability to deploy reliable, high-performance equipment to over 1,500 customers across the United States. Carson's attention to detail and commitment to quality are essential to iJetColor's reputation for delivering dependable, award-winning print solutions.

Portrait of Henry Yanta, Electronics Specialist at iJetColor by Printware

Henry Yanta

Electronics Specialist

Henry Yanta serves as Electronics Specialist at iJetColor by Printware, providing deep technical expertise in the electronic systems and components that power iJetColor's high-speed inkjet printing equipment. Henry is responsible for diagnosing, repairing, and optimizing the electronic architecture of iJetColor's machines, ensuring reliable and precise performance for customers across the United States. His specialized knowledge is a critical asset within iJetColor's manufacturer-direct support team, enabling the company to resolve complex electronic issues efficiently and minimize downtime for customers. Henry's technical skill and dedication to quality reflect iJetColor's commitment to delivering print solutions that make a real difference.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a digital paper bag printing machine?

A digital paper bag printing machine applies full-color graphics directly to bag material or compatible packaging substrates using inkjet technology. Unlike conventional processes that require plates and longer setup, digital systems can support short runs, version changes, and variable-data printing with minimal makeready. They are well suited to commercial printers and packaging operations seeking faster response for customized bag work.

Can digital printing handle short runs of custom paper bags?

What types of graphics can be printed on paper bags?

How fast can an iJetColor system print?

Can the machine print variable data for packaging campaigns?

How durable is the printed output?

Is operator training available with an iJetColor system?

How does Rapid Replacement help reduce equipment downtime?

Have Questions About Bag Printing?

Talk with our team about equipment, substrates, workflow, and support options.

Recognized Performance

Awards and Recognition

Printed United Alliance Product of the Year recognition

2020 Product of the Year

Printed United Alliance digital press category winner

RISE certified HP 990 pigment inks

RISE Ink Certification

ISO 11798 durability-tested pigment inks

iJetColor manufacturer-direct support

Manufacturer Direct Support

Specialized service from the equipment manufacturer

Plan Your Digital Bag Printing Operation

Tell us about your bag substrates, run lengths, artwork, and production goals. Our team will help you evaluate a practical iJetColor solution.

Contact Us Today

For immediate assistance, feel free to give us a direct call at 651-456-1404. You can also send us a quick email at tim@ijetcolor.com.