Color consistency beyond print
From plastics to coatings — preserve color intent.
Physical products introduce material complexity. SMS ensures color intent survives material changes.
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Why SMS matters in industrial design
Moving beyond paper and ink presents unique challenges where traditional color systems often fail to provide adequate control.
- Metamerism: Colors that match under one light source may look completely different under another, a common issue with different pigments and substrates.
- Material and lighting effects: The texture, gloss, and physical properties of plastics or coatings can distort color perception.
- Inconsistent color across substrates: Matching a powder-coated metal part to a molded plastic component is notoriously difficult without a unified spectral reference.
How SMS masters physical consistency
- Spectral definition: By defining color through its unique spectral "fingerprint," SMS removes dependence on specific pigments or inks.
- Lighting-aware measurement: SMS accounts for specific illuminants (like D50), ensuring that colors remain stable under professional viewing standards.
- Standardized evaluation conditions: Using physics-based metrics allows for objective comparison between radically different materials.
Real-world industrial scenarios
Consumer products
Ensuring the color of a smartphone’s aluminum frame matches the plastic buttons and the digital interface perfectly.
Industrial components
Standardizing safety colors across different manufacturers of industrial equipment to ensure immediate recognition and compliance.
Coated and molded materials
Matching architectural coatings with molded interior plastics and textile finishes in high-end automotive or interior design.