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Differential Rewind Shafts

Published: December 09, 2007
Goldenrod Corp. has released the 1250-DFX model differental shaft, which winds multiple webs of varying guage thicknesses by imparting just the right amount of resistance to the core ID.

Virtual Metal Graphic Films

Published: December 09, 2007
Creative Film Corp. has launched two new metallic graphic films: Polychrome Argent and Polychrome Satin low-glare finishes.

P-S Aluminum Foil Tapes

Published: December 09, 2007
Lamart Corp. announces the development of a new line of pressure-sensitive aluminum foil tapes, designated as the 500 Series.

IP Begins Linerboard Production

Published: December 09, 2007
| International Paper has begun production of high-performance lightweight linerboard at its Pensacola, FL, mill.

Patent Pending for Digital Plate

Published: December 09, 2007
Following in the footsteps of its patented analog plate with a completely flat topped dot (ExPect), PRP Flexo has achieved the same profile within a completely digital environment, enabling the same print advantages of the analog plate with a completely digital workflow.

Sustainable Packaging and Printing Materials

Published: December 09, 2007
Unifoil Corp. has released nonlaminated recyclable UniLustre and Holographic UniLustre, sustainable multidimensional media.

2007 PIA/GATF Color Management Conference

Published: December 06, 2007, By pffc-online.com

Asian Release Liner Market Study & Industry Sourcebook

Published: December 06, 2007, By pffc-online.com

Bobst InTouch Exceeds $25 Million in Sales

Published: December 03, 2007, By pffc-online.com

Ink Control System Literature Available in Spanish

Published: December 03, 2007, By pffc-online.com

First Glance: Innovative Converted Packages

Published: December 01, 2007
Old West, New Winner Diamond Packaging, Rochester, NY, earned a Certificate of Merit in the 2007 Premier Print Awards Competition, sponsored by the PIA/GATF,

Medley of Media Announcements

Published: December 01, 2007, By Yolanda Simonsis Associate Publisher/Editor
Loyal readers know that December frequently represents an opportunity for me to purge my editorial inspiration file of newsworthy announcements. It must

Differential Winding Limits: Part II

Published: December 01, 2007, By By Timothy J. Walker Contributing Editor
Differential shafts are great tools, but like any tool, they have their limitations. Last month I covered the complexity of a differential shaft's actual

The 7 Deadly (Converting) Sins

Published: December 01, 2007, By By David Argent Contributing Editor
There are some basic problems that crop up over and over again, with costly results in wasted time and materials. Below are examples, in capsule form,

Converting Industry News

Published: December 01, 2007
Color Resolutions Intl., Fairfield, OH, raises prices on all packaging inks from 7%-14%, effective November 1. The company says two factors led to the

Kodak Expands in China

Published: December 01, 2007, By By Yolanda Simonsis, Associate Publisher/Editor
XIAMEN, CHINA In a media webcast held November 7, Kodak announced a $50 million investment to accommodate expansion in Xiamen for its newest 70,000-sq-ft

Royal Adhesive Buys Water-Based Line

Published: December 01, 2007
SOUTH BEND, IN Royal Adhesives and Sealants reports the completion of its acquisition of the assets of IAC Bond-Plus water-based adhesives and coatings

Chemistry's Message Is Essential

Published: December 01, 2007
ARLINGTON, VA The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has launched the next phase of its public education program, with two new TV ads. The 30-sec spots,

IP Adds Distributor

Published: December 01, 2007
MEMPHIS, TN International Paper has agreed to acquire Central Lewmar, a privately held paper and packaging distributor, from private equity firm Chrysalis

Coaters Assist Move Toward Solar Energy

Published: December 01, 2007
LITTLETON, CO Two new OptiLab roll-to-roll vacuum sputter coaters from General Vacuum Equipment (GVE) are aiding Ascent Solar Technologies (AST) in its

Great-Looking Winners Raise In-Mold Awareness

Published: December 01, 2007
SCOTTSDALE, AZ The In-Mold Decorating Assn. says its mission is to raise the level of awareness and acceptance of in-mold decorated durable products and

Flexo Press Adds Capacity, Quality

Published: December 01, 2007
SHARONVILLE, OH Multi-Color Corp. reports the purchase of another Omet Varyflex flexo press to keep up with growing demand. The company has purchased

Converting Industry People News

Published: December 01, 2007
Edgar Gandelheidt is appointed chairman of the board of management at Brckner Formtec, Siegsdorf, Germany. Akeo Sawayama becomes president and CEO at

Narrow Web & Label Reporter

Published: December 01, 2007
Watch Out for That Tape! LAKE VILLA, IL Killer Red double-sided acrylic adhesive tape from CS Hyde Co. is said to offer a secure bonding result under

New Products, Part 1

Published: December 01, 2007
Keep RFID Tags Safe The fusION static neutralizer is said to be well suited for protecting RFID tags from damage. Delivers powerful and balanced static

CorrExpo Keeps Boxmakers in the Race

Published: December 01, 2007, By By Claudia Hine, Managing Editor
INDIANAPOLIS, IN CorrExpo 2007, TAPPI's Corrugated Packaging Conference, was held October 30-November 1 at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Racing

AICC Names Year's Best Boxes

Published: December 01, 2007
ALEXANDRIA, VA The Assn. of Independent Corrugated Converters (AICC) held its 13th Intl. Corrugated Packaging Design Competition in Minneapolis, MN, October

Carton & Box Reporter

Published: December 01, 2007
Judges Choice Award-Graphics 1 Allpak Container and sister company Trojan Lithograph Corp., Renton, WA, created a world-class container for World Class

New Converting Products, Part 2

Published: December 01, 2007
Inkjet Printer for Secondary Packaging The 2330 and 2310 large-character inkjet printers are for online printing on secondary packaging such as corrugated

Over Exposed: Protect packaged products from light

Published: December 01, 2007, By By Dr. David P. Dumbleton and Oscar L. Cordo, Atlas Material Testing Technology
Exposure of packaged products to both natural sunlight and artificial light is on the rise. Extended distribution channels mean many products end up in

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