What is Color iControl 10.81?
Color iControl is a legacy color management and quality control software originally developed by GretagMacbeth (now part of X-Rite, a Pantone company). It was designed for industrial applications like paint, plastics, textiles, and printing to ensure consistent color matching, formulation, and measurement across supply chains. The software integrates with spectrophotometers (e.g., X-Rite instruments) for tasks such as color difference calculations (ΔE), recipe formulation, and audit trails.
Key Features of Color iControl (10.8.x Series)
- Centralized Management: Supports multi-site workflows with user/group permissions, data sharing, and job templates that include settings, tolerances, and colorants.
- Measurement & Analysis: Calibrates with spectrophotometers, handles illuminants/observers (e.g., D65/10°), and computes color differences (ΔEcmc, ΔE*).
- Formulation Tools: Scales recipes (e.g., kg for resin, g for colorants), applies colorant rules, and generates reports.
- Compatibility: Works with Windows (via RDP for remote access), SQL databases for data storage, and export to Excel/PDF.
- Installation Notes: Requires admin rights; supports up to 11 data folders. For terminal servers, use specific registry tweaks for multi-user setups.
