Sentinel Ink Management Systems Celebrates 35 Years of Innovation from Kevin McAnally
CARROLLTON, TX – May 19, 2025 — Sentinel, a global leader in automated ink management solutions, is proud to spotlight the ongoing success of its groundbreaking systems and honor a major company milestone: the 35th work anniversary of Kevin McAnally, General Manager and Director of Engineering.
“Kevin’s impact on Sentinel—and the broader Pamarco family—cannot be overstated,” says Allan Li, CEO of Pamarco. “His deep industry knowledge, engineering expertise, and pressroom insight have been vital to our growth. We’re incredibly grateful for his 35 years of dedication.”
At the heart of Sentinel’s technology portfolio is the iPro Ink Management System, a state-of-the-art solution designed to bring intelligence to every stage of the ink handling process. Built on decades of engineering excellence, iPro is the result of Sentinel’s deep understanding of printer needs and a drive to improve efficiency and quality. Much of that innovation can be traced to Kevin McAnally, whose contributions have been instrumental in shaping Sentinel’s technology over the past three and a half decades.
Since joining the company in 1990, McAnally has played a pivotal role in research and development, guiding Sentinel through numerous technological advancements and product launches. With a career rooted in problem-solving and forward-thinking engineering, he has helped transform complex pressroom challenges into seamless, intelligent solutions.
In his leadership role, McAnally continues to steer Sentinel’s R&D efforts, with the iPro system being the most advanced result of Sentinels’ engineering success to date. The fully integrated solution is designed to automate, monitor, and optimize ink delivery throughout the entire pressroom workflow. Capable of managing both spot and process colors, iPro features automated viscosity control, closed-loop circulation, precise color blending, and real-time analytics. With a user-friendly dashboard, operators can receive insights into ink usage, job costing, and maintenance planning. These capabilities not only enhance productivity and color consistency but also significantly reduce waste and downtime. Designed for durability and scalability, iPro integrates seamlessly with existing pressroom equipment, supporting operations of all sizes.
Leveraging this cutting-edge technology, McAnally has been helping pressrooms transition to smarter, more sustainable operations. “Marking 35 years with Pamarco fills me with gratitude—for the opportunities, the growth, and the incredible people I’ve worked with,” McAnally says. “From my early days to now serving as General Manager for Sentinel, it’s been an honor to contribute to a company so deeply rooted in excellence.”
As Sentinel looks to the future, it remains dedicated to delivering cutting edge, high-performance solutions that empower printers worldwide. The company extends its heartfelt congratulations and appreciation to Kevin McAnally for his years of remarkable service and enduring impact.