April 2008 PFFC

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Flexible Packaging

Color Measurement Tools Come to USA 

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 

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...

First Glance: Innovative Converted Packages | PFFC | November 2007 

Innovative converted packages from: Alcan Packaging, Curwood, and BeeCeuticals Organics...

Ampac Acquires Retort Pouch Converter 

Ampac Packaging has acquired Floeter Flexible Packaging Group for an undisclosed amount. Floeter specializes in stand-up pouch converting and is known for its retort pouchmaking cability. ...

W&H to Hold In-House Expo Concurrently with K 2007 

Concurrently with K 2007, Windmoeller & Hoelscher will stage an in-house Expo in its Lengerich headquarters, where additional technical innovations in the field of flexible packaging will be on display. ...

A Mixed Bag 

To produce a variety of stock and custom-made products, Clear View Bag likes the versatility of Mamata's Universal Vega machine....

Shear Strategy 

A new slitter/rewinder is giving UK-based TCL Packaging more versatility in manufacturi products for the food industry. The recently installed SOMA Engineering Venus II model was supplied through UK-distributor Engelmann & Buckham. ...

First Glance 

Innovative packaging from: Ampac Flexibles, Chesapeake Corp., and Rollprint....

China & India: Flex-Pack Leaders? 

PCI Films Consulting predicts that between now and 2010, half the world's growth in flexible packaging will be in China and India. But how will this shake out if China's qualilty control issues follow into the flex-pack industry?...

Oriented Films Study 

Allied Development Corp. has published "Oriented Films," a global study of oriented film and sheet industry with an emphasis on the flexible packaging and label industries. It examines the markets, technologies, and opportunities in oriented film and sheet....

From Pouch to Pooch 

A two-compartment structure manufactured by Ampac provides pet owners with water and a drinking bowl for dogs on the go....

In the Zone 

Whether runs are short or long, Bison Bag focuses on quick turnaround and great service. ...

Schiavi Press Part of CMM Flex Pack Tech Center 

Schiavi 10-color EF 5060 flexo press for flexible materials will star in the Flexible Packaging Technology Center set up by CMM to present live demonstrations of equipment for printing and converting flexible packaging to the visitors attending the show June 4-7, 2007, at the Rosemont Convention Center, IL....

Curwood Earns Hormel Foods' No. 1 Award 

Curwood had earned Hormel Foods' No. 1 Award for performance excellence from 2001 through 2005. ...

TAPPI Calls for Abstracts 

TAPPI is inviting all industry professionals to participate in the 2007 PLACE Conference Technical Program, September 16-20, 2007, in St. Louis, MO. New this year, the Review Committee is requesting an extended abstract or a formal technical paper be submitted for consideration in presenting at the conference. ...

Multi-Client Studies 

Allied Development Corp. has released three studies: Retort Pouches, Stick Pouches, and Stand-Up Pouches. ...

The Wow Factor 

FPA Achievement Awards prove that development of diverse, innovative flexible packaging remains strong....

East Beats West 

What does the future hold for the $45 billion global flexible packaging market?...

Getting Personal with John Baumann  

John Baumann shares the benefits of his experience in the converting industry....

Focusing on European Flex-Pack 

More than 125 flexible packaging pros from all over Europe attended Intertech/Pira’s “Innovations in Flexible Packaging” Conference in Prague, Czech Republic, Nov. 15-–16, 2006....

Online Adhesive Solutions Center Supports Flex-Pack Users 

Rohm and Haas will offer an online resource for the flexible packaging industry that discusses adhesive facts, recommends proper uses, and highlights performance benefits. ...

Pouch Progress 

Retort pouches represent a growth market for converters, as industry experts present the latest developments in the field....

Save 35% on FTA's Flexible Packaging Market Research Study 

The Flexographic Technical Assn.'s (FTA) Packaging and Market Research Study provides a snapshot of the current and projected economic climate of the North American flexible packaging industry....

Snack Food Packaging Demand to Reach $5.6 Billion in 2010 

According to a new study by The Freedonia Group, U.S. demand for snack food packaging is projected to advance 3.7% per year to $5.6 billion in 2010....

Why Flex-Pack Keeps Growing 

One would be justified in wondering why the flex-pack industry continues to grow year after year. If you think about its advantages, however, this growth is easy to understand....

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