Paper, Film & Foil Converter

Wausau Paper Invests in RollMover from Appleton Mfg. Div.

May 23, 2012

Tissue/towel provider increases productivity with battery-powered HDLR system

Color Measurement Tools Come to USA

November 09, 2007

Techkon GmbH has established Techkon USA. This North American operation will market Techkon's SpectroPlate, SpectroDens, and Scanning Spectro-densitometer products

Functional Coatings Innovation from DSM

November 09, 2007

Stamicarbon BV (DSM Licensing Center) has launched Symphase Technology, an patented process for the creation of transparent oxygen barrier layers based on the vapor depostion of melamine. This technology is viewed as having applications in key markets such as electronics, medical devices, and disposables

Mondi Shows Products at EMBALLAGE in Paris

November 15, 2006, pffc-online.com

Mondi Packaging will exhibit its product highlights and news at Salon de l'Emballage in Paris November 20-24, 2006.

Capturing Growth in Paper

October 01, 2006, By Frank Perkowski Business Development Advisory

There has been a lot of excitement in recent years about the growth in flexible packaging substrates and the many benefits these petroleum- and metal-based

Specialty Papers Market Report

July 16, 2006, pffc-online.com

According to a new market report from Pira Intl. entitled "The Future of Specialty Papers: Global Forecasts to 2011," global consumption of specialty papers to reach 23.7 millions tons by 2011.

Mountain Valley Adds Recycling Capacity

December 15, 2005, pffc-online.com

Mountain Valley Recycling has added a new processing line to its existing production facility in Morristown, TN, adding 15 million pounds of recycling capacity annually.

Myllykoski Sponsors Environmental Workshop

August 10, 2005, pffc-online.com

Myllykoski, a producer of recycled and non-recycled groundwood paper products, recently sponsored an environmental workshop conducted by the Gravure Assn. of America. The workshop was held June 15-16 in Alsip, IL, and included an extensive tour of Myllykoski's Alsip Mill.

Release Liner Recycling Program

June 26, 2005, pffc-online.com

This special program from Recycling Solutions is designed to help end-users and customers collect and recycle used release liners. Recycling used release liners can save on hauling and landfill costs. Instead of ending up as landfill waste, the liners can be repulped to make paper products.

E-Waste Legislation

April 30, 2005, Sheila A. Millar Attorney-at-Law, Keller & Heckman, Washington, DC

In response to concerns over the environmentally sound disposal of an increasing quantity of cathode ray tube (CRT) devices, which contain lead and other heavy metals considered hazardous materials by the California Dept. of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC), California has passed an innovative electronic waste recycling law.

New Report Focuses on Worldwide Nonwovens Industry

January 19, 2005, pffc-online.com

The Assn. of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) and the European Disposables and Nonwovens Assn. (EDANA) have compiled and published "Worldwide Outlook for the Nonwovens Industry," a report intended to guide manufacturers, suppliers, and converters of nonwovens into the future of the market--expected to grow more than seven percent a year through 2009.

Raymond Report Sheds Light on Packaging 'Trash Wars' between Michigan and Ontario

October 18, 2004, pffc-online.com

Raymond Communications' new report, "Canadian Recycling Policy: The Complete Guide for Product Makers," says the author, "sheds some light on how many major US-based manufacturers and retailers have come to complain about having to pay 50 percent of Ontario's $118 million [Canadian dollars] 'Blue Box' recycling program."

Tufco Technologies Reports Significant Increase in Q3 Profits

September 08, 2004, pffc-online.com

Things are looking up for Tufco Technologies. According to a recent company release, the converter, diversified contract manufacturer, specialty printer, and producer of business imaging products, sales for its fiscal third quarter (2004) were $20.3 million (US), an increase of 42 percent over sales of $14.3 million (US) for 2003 fiscal Q3.

Zapping Static

April 30, 2004, Nsenga Byrd Thompson, Associate Editor

Battling static buildup in its slitting process, one nonwovens converter gets results with Simco's static elimination systems.

Several Issues Foretell A Tough 2004

April 01, 2004, by Corey M. Reardon AWA Alexander Watson Assoc.

At a one-day release liner industry review and update seminar held by AWA at the end of last year, we canvassed the delegates' on the likely trends in

Get International Nonwovens Industry Info. with INDA's Comprehensive Directory

November 14, 2003, PRESS RELEASE

INDA releases its latest edition of the nonwovens industry's "most comprehensive" nonwovens directory, International Nonwovens Directory, Vol. XVI.

Freedonia Group Nonwovens Report Forecasts Demand Hikes thru 2007

October 27, 2003, PRESS RELEASE

According to a recently published study by the Freedonia Group, demand for nonwoven roll goods in the United States is expected to increase 3.9 percent per year, to nearly $5 billion [USD] in 2007.

Drug Dispensers

October 01, 2003, George Perros, Greystone Assoc.

Transdermal patches—used for years to help smokers quit—now offer healthy growth opportunities due to improved materials.

Spotlight on the North American Market

October 01, 2003, Corey M. Reardon, AWA Alexander Watson Assoc.

Corey M. Reardon, principal of international consultants AWA Alexander Watson Assoc., takes a closer look at "local" market trends.

BBA Group to Acquire Italian Nonwoven Manufacturer Tecnofibra Spa

September 19, 2003, PRESS RELEASE

BBA Group plc recently announced an agreement under which it will acquire the privately owned Italian nonwoven manufacturer Tecnofibra Spa. According to BBA Group, it will buy Tecnofibra for Euro 31.8 million "on a debt-free, cash-free basis." Completion of the sale is expected by the end of 2003.

Wraps, Wipes, and All that Jazz

April 01, 2003, Claudia Hine, Senior Editor

The Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry (INDA) welcomed more than 500 attendees to its 2003 Vision Consumer Products Conference in New Orleans.

Bostik Findley Nonwoven/Adhesives Div. Reports Price Increase

March 05, 2003, PRESS RELEASE

Bostik Findley's Nonwoven and Industrial Adhesives Div. announces a price increase for all products lines. According to the co., the increase is required to offset the impact of continued high energy and raw material costs and will range from five to eight percent, effective March 15, 2003, or as contracts follow.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

February 01, 2003, Nsenga Byrd Thompson, Staff Editor

With a commitment to offer creative solutions to the most challenging of customer projects—plus an investment in high-quality equipment from W&H and PCMC—Tufco Technologies delivers... Satisfaction Guaranteed

Release Liners: A Worldwide Special ReportMedical/Healthcare Use

November 01, 2002, AWA Alexander Watson Assoc.

In the release liners manufacturing industry, AWA says disposables demand will grow, but on a changing base.

New Products and Structures Propel Growth of Nonwovens

August 01, 2002, Claudia Hine, Senior Editor

As a working woman, I love convenience as much as anyone. I've discovered dusting cloths complete with furniture polish, floor mops saturated with cleansers, and skin wipes that leave a nice, powdery residue. They're fast, they're fun, and I think they're fantastic.

Rexam & UK Manufacturer First Water to Develop Wound-Care P-S Adhesives

March 29, 2002, PRESS RELEASE

Rexam Engineered Films and First Water Ltd. recently announced an exclusive agreement for developing and supplying a range of ultra-thin, hydrogel pressure-sensitive adhesives. According to Rexam, manufacturer of wound-care components, First Water (a manufacturer of hydrogels), the p-s adhesives will be available worldwide in the wound-care and ostomy markets.

PCMC Announces New Nonwoven and Custom Capabilities

October 26, 2001, PRESS RELEASE

Custom-built and nonwovens machinery are just two more things that customers now can get from Paper Converting Machine Co. The Green Bay, WI-based converting equipment supplier says it has formed two new groups within its Special Products Division: the Custom Machine-Building Group and the Nonwovens Group.

Parkinson to Provide DuPont with Tools for Nonwovens Expansion

August 23, 2001, PRESS RELEASE

Parkinson Technologies will soon benefit from a multi-million-dollar contract with DuPont. The manufacturer of winders and web handling equipment reports it was awarded the contract recently.