CPC Launches DripFree Connectors for Cleaner, More Efficient Printing Processes

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CPC (Colder Products Company), part of PSG, a Dover company (NYSE: DOV), and a leading manufacturer of connection technologies, today announced the launch of the DripFree™ Series, a line of non-spill connectors designed to support fast, clean, and efficient servicing of ink delivery systems in commercial inkjet printers.

"The ink spills, waste, and contamination that the printing industry has tolerated during equipment start-up and maintenance can be a thing of the past with the DripFree Series," said Mat Stahl, Senior Product Manager, CPC. "DripFree Series connectors enable quick material fills and easier equipment servicing, and what really sets them apart is their new lubrication-free design."

Quick disconnects typically rely on lubricated O-rings. The DripFree Series' lubrication-free valve avoids the risk of contaminants that can enter the flow path and affect print quality while enabling thousands of non-spill disconnect cycles.

The DripFree Series also features non-spill valves that help prevent messy ink spills after disconnection and minimize air inclusion during connection, reducing or eliminating foaming within the ink line. Together, these capabilities support print quality, reduce ink waste, and keep printing environments clean.

The DripFree product line is manufactured in an ISO Class 8 cleanroom, minimizing particulates generated during assembly. The connectors are chemically compatible with a wide range of inks and solvents, and ergonomic thumb latches make both connections and disconnections seamless.

The DripFree™ DF2 Series*, the first size in the DripFree Series, is a compact 1/8-inch flow quick disconnect that fits conveniently into tightly configured printing systems. For more information on the DripFree DF2 Series, visit https://www.cpcworldwide.com/General-Purpose/Products/Valved/DripFree-DF2. 

The DripFree Series was unveiled at this year's PRINTING United Expo in Las Vegas, which is recognized as the premier printing event in North America, featuring nearly 850 exhibitors and more than 30,000 registered attendees from 104 countries.

For more information about CPC's portfolio of connectors for print and ink management applications, visit cpcworldwide.com/print-and-ink.

*DripFree™ DF2 Series spillage per disconnect is <0.05mL, less than a drop of water.

About CPC:

CPC (Colder Products Company) is a leading provider of quick disconnect couplings, fittings and connectors for thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), life sciences, biopharma, industrial and chemical handling markets. During its nearly 50-year history, CPC has built a portfolio of more than 10,000 connector products. CPC is a business unit of Pump Solutions Group (PSG), an operating company within Dover Corporation.

About PSG:

PSG is the global pump, metering, connector, and dispensing-solution expert, enabling the safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable fluids that require optimal performance and reliability in applications where it matters most. Additionally, PSG is a leading provider of flow meters designed to reduce waste and downtime while accurately measuring, monitoring and controlling the distribution of fluids. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, USA, PSG is comprised of several world-class brands, including Abaque^®, All-Flo™, Almatec^®, Blackmer^®, CPC Biotech, Ebsray^®, em-tec^®, Griswold^®, Hydro™, ipp, Malema™, Mouvex^®, Neptune^®, Quantex™, and Wilden^®. PSG products are manufactured on three continents – North America, Europe and Asia – in state-of-the-art facilities that practice lean manufacturing and are ISO-certified. PSG is part of the Pumps & Process Solutions segment of Dover Corporation. For additional information on PSG, please visit psgdover.com. PSG: Where Innovation Flows.

About Dover:

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 70 years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.   

PSG Contact:
Christopher Walsh
(331) 277-8137
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Dover Media Contact:
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications
(630) 743-5039
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Dover Investor Contact:
Jack Dickens, VP, Investor Relations
(630) 743-2566
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