Substrates
Will it Process?
- Published: December 12, 2018
The benefits associated with modified substrates vary but can include improved physical strength, thermal stability, permeability as well as optical strength.
Mohawk Expands Greycon’s Finite Scheduling Model Across Envelope & Substrate Converting Business
- Published: November 30, 2018
Mohawk has appointed Greycon to roll out opt-Studio to its envelope and substrate converting business.
Innovia Sells Cellophane Business to Futamura
- Published: April 12, 2016
With the sale, Innovia plans to concentrate its focus on polymer bank notes and its BOPP films business
Freedonia Group Issues Study of Bioplastics
- Published: December 12, 2013
Growth is expected in almost all geographic markets, but the success of bioplastics will ultimately depend on price and performance, study says
Clear Lam Produces Rollstock for Multi-Packs
- Published: November 27, 2013
Rollstock for Snap Apart Multipack Packaging is said to produce consistent snap-apart strength for multi-packs of single-portion servings
CCL Industries Acquires Advanced Packaging Films
- Published: November 19, 2013
The acquired company, which becomes part of the CCL Label global Food & Beverage business, adds capability for sleeve and p-s label applications
Derprosa Shows Off New Films at Luxe Pack Monaco
- Published: November 15, 2013
Elegance Gold and Silver Matt BOPP films were among those featured as company confirmed its commitment to high-end packaging
Kodak and Xymox Report Agreement on Conductive Films
- Published: November 12, 2013
Xymox’s multi-touch sensor technology will feature Kodak’s HCF Film in a variety of industrial sensors
Clear Lam Announces Freezer-Grade RPET Rollstock
- Published: November 05, 2013
Rollstock made from Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate is said to perform in tough frozen applications with no compromise in quality
SPI, IHS Chemical Announce Global Plastics Summit
- Published: July 24, 2013
Planned to take advantage of what is called a coming “renaissance” in North American plastics, event has a broad agenda
Wind Point Partners Acquires Argotec
- Published: June 14, 2013
Producer of TPU film and sheet is acquired by private equity investment firm that will continue to fund the company’s growth and innovation
PCI BOPET Report Questions if Capacity is Enough for West
- Published: May 23, 2013
Although two million tonnes of new BOPET film capacity is predicted, it may still not be enough to meet demand in the West, says a new study
NAStar Introduces Thermal Transfer White PET to Product Line
- Published: April 29, 2013
The 2 mil polyester-based void synthetic film is offered on a 50# liner
Bilcare Research Expands Global Capabilities
- Published: April 25, 2013
A new lamination line will help company produce Aclar multilayer films and Triplex PVdC films to meet increasing demands in the North American market
Toray Metallized BOPP Film Offers Barrier Features
- Published: April 18, 2013
Torayfan MWX6 white film is suited for gas-flushed packaging applications, reportedly offering high moisture and oxygen barrier
Market Forecast | Paper Industry Outlook for 2013
- Published: April 07, 2013, By Ian Lifshitz
Developing nations will account for all of the growth in global demand for paper and board, including packaging board, in 2013
Pregis Offers Predictive Tech Support
- Published: March 01, 2013
The PX3 system maintains and services foam-in-place, air cushioning, and paper-based protective packaging equipment
AWA Publishes Study on Specialty Papers and Paperboards
- Published: February 27, 2013
New sourcebook delivers up-to-date market overview
Derprosa Moves Into More International Markets
- Published: February 27, 2013
Company celebrates a successful and profitable 2012, including expanding markets and product launches
Newark Group Completes Successful Refinancing
- Published: February 13, 2013
Investments in equipment, technology, and talent are on the agenda following the refinancing
Ivex PE Foam Supply Unaffected by Fire
- Published: February 05, 2013
Protective packaging supplier investigates explosion while business continues
AWA Reports on Pressure-Sensitive Materials
- Published: January 18, 2013
Trends, prices, geography, markets, and more are covered
MaraTech Honored for Green Programs
- Published: January 17, 2013
Member of the Channeled Resources Group is recognized as Green Master in Wisconsin
Masterpiece Graphix Offers Synthetic Papers
- Published: January 17, 2013
The Xquisite line features four varieties, each suited to different applications
Omet Expands Tissue Converting Division
- Published: December 18, 2012
Expansion is first step in a long-term plan for developing new projects in tissue converting
PCI Says Polyester Prices in US Back to Normal
- Published: December 11, 2012
The increasing volume of commodity BOPET film that is available is driving US prices back to normal
Hexacomb Offers All-White Display Board
- Published: December 06, 2012
Falconboard Print All White display board is suited for demanding digital and screen printing
Nordenia Film Wins Packaging Award
- Published: November 29, 2012
Nor®Cell film from Nordenia receives German Packaging Award for foaming process said to reduce flexpack weight without decreasing film thickness
DuPont to Reward Packaging Innovations
- Published: November 14, 2012
Celebrating the 25th annual Awards for Packaging Innovation, DuPont calls for entries and announces a focus on packaging that helps reduce food waste
Jindal Buys ExxonMobil’s BOPP Business
- Published: October 31, 2012
An agreement makes Jindal Poly Films the owner of the BOPP Global Films business of ExxonMobil, including five plants and 1,500 employees
