Over twenty years ago, DNP was one of the first companies to pioneer thermal transfer ribbon technology—and the oldest company to start business development in thermal transfer ribbon technology. DNP's Information Media Supply (IMS) division has since grown to be the world's largest thermal transfer ribbon manufacturer with three full scale manufacturing facilities in the United States and Japan.

DNP/SONY ribbons deliver highly readable, razor-sharp bar codes and other variable information. Our exclusive SmoothCoat™ backcoat helps reduce friction to prolong print head life, eliminate build up and reduce the effects of heat on PET film carriers.