Color Matching and Initial Formulation Prediction
One of the most important functions of a color matching software is to generate formulations that can accurately reproduce the target or reference color.
MEC Color Matching Software provides a range of advanced and unique capabilities in this area, as described below:
1. Multiple Formulation Suggestions
In many cases, a single formulation is not sufficient to achieve a specific color.
For example, a gray shade can be created by combining black and white or by mixing blue, yellow, and red in various ratios.
MEC can generate all possible formulations that can achieve the target color.
The more base colors (colorants) you have, the greater the number of possible formulations the software can propose.
In some cases, MEC can generate over 100 different formulation options, giving users exceptional flexibility in selecting the most suitable and practical formula.
2. Sorting Formulations by Cost
Each proposed formulation consists of different percentages of colorants, which affects the final production cost.
MEC automatically calculates the total cost of each formulation and allows users to sort them by price.
This feature helps you select the most economical formulation, reducing production costs while maintaining visual and numerical accuracy.
3. Multi-Light Source Color Matching
A common challenge in color production is that samples may appear identical under certain lighting conditions (e.g., sunlight or lab light) but differ under others.
MEC addresses this issue with its multi-illuminant matching feature, ensuring that the produced color remains visually consistent with the reference sample under all lighting conditions — natural, artificial, or customer-specific.
4. Multi-Angle Color Matching
In some cases, two samples may appear identical from one viewing angle but differ when viewed from another.
MEC is the only color matching software that offers multi-angle comparison and formulation, generating recipes that maintain color uniformity across all viewing angles.
This is particularly valuable for industries such as automotive coatings, powder coatings, and metallic finishes.
5. Gloss Matching
Gloss is another critical factor in color appearance and can be adjusted using fillers or matting agents. However, such additives often alter both color and gloss levels.
With its multi-angle matching feature, MEC allows precise gloss control and suggests formulations that not only match the color but also ensure the same gloss level as the reference sample.
Conclusion
With its advanced and innovative features, MEC Color Matching Software covers all aspects of modern color formulation — from achieving perfect color matches under multiple light sources and viewing angles to managing gloss and minimizing production costs.
These capabilities ensure unmatched precision, efficiency, and flexibility, empowering manufacturers to achieve the best possible color results in every production environment.