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FTA Calls for Entries in 2017 Competition

The 2017 Excellence in Flexography Awards are open to all organizations and cover a wide range of flexo applications

GPA Adds 3D Film to Line

Azuna 3D Film for offset presses can be converted with many finishing methods

Constantia Flexibles Reports Continuing Growth

Company reports improved sales and earnings in all divisions as well as more acquisitions

UPM Raflatac & Baumgarten Collaborate on LCA

The two companies have produced a life-cycle assessment of label material release liners in order to determine effect on the environment

SUN Automation Partners with CleanPrint

Sun will sell, install, and service CleanPrint’s system for removing dried ink in the corrugated process

ITW Pillar Reports Electrode Retraction Technology

HyperSplice is a corona and atmospheric plasma electrode retraction technology said to cut waste, downtime, and electrode replacement costs

Davis-Standard Extruder Has New Features

Extruder has a new frame and feedscrew design and features quick screw exchange technology

Schreiner MediPharm Upgrades Security Label

Flexi-Cap Plus features a label-integrated tear strip for enhanced protection against counterfeiting

Toray Metal-Transfer Film Is Bright and Green

Lumirror MR20 PET film is said to be well suited for decorative packaging, to be cost-effective, and to help the environment as well

Flexo Concepts Showing MicroTip at Labelexpo

New MicroTip technology for the company’s TruPoint Orange doctor blade doctor blades is said to allow printers to customize metering

Air Motion Systems to Show LED System

The Flexo XP Series LED UV curing system reportedly saves time and energy and can be used with a wide variety of substrates

CRON-ECRM Showing Flexo Platesetter

The HDI-900 platesetter is said to be compact and to help users eliminate production downtime

Uflex Reports Solution for Heavy-Duty Bags

Low S.I.T., high seal strength matt BOPP film is said to solve “big bag” problems such as palletizing difficulty

Bobst to Introduce Metallizer at Open House

The K5 vacuum metallizer, said to offer very high productivity, will be launched at an upcoming Open House, as will the AluBond process

Maxcess Planning Wide-Ranging Display

Labelexpo Americas will feature technology from Maxcess companies Fife, Tidland, MAGPOWR, Webex, and Valley Roller

GMG Launches Proofing Media

ProofMedia studio OBA matte 150 is said to be well suited for proofing uncoated production papers and FOGRA52 printing condition

MAXstick Products Announces Batch Print Labels

BPL product line, which allows companies to batch print multiple quantities of labels at one time, offers a biodegradable/recyclable carrier

AGL Reports Redesigned Laminator

Advanced Greig Laminators has upgraded its Encore laminator with new nip design, lighter weight shafts, and enhanced Autogrip core chuck

Specialty Papers US Releases Agenda

Presented by Smithers Pira and TAPPI, the event covers many uses of paper today and into the future

Collins Inkjet Announces New Product

Stratus (TSK281503), thermal inkjet ink will be featured at upcoming Labelexpo Americas

FILMtech Expands with Training Center

The company adds a complete office building on its Knoxville, TN, campus

Flint Upgrades NitroBase Ink Range

NitroBase WZ65 is said to offer high color strength, productivity, and flow properties with low odor

HERMA PP Inkjet Label Film Is Tough

Self-adhesive PP inkjet label film is said to resists seawater as well as various chemicals, making it suited for rough or painted containers

BOBST to Showcase Digital Flexo Process

Company’s display at Labelexpo Americas will feature the M6 UV flexo press, which conforms to (ECG) technology promoted by the REVO Team

Maxcess Reports Benefits of Tidland Electronic Knifeholders

New Control Series electronic knifeholders are said to deliver high slit quality, ease of use, and increased blade life

Wasberger Announces Fan Folding Machine

The Easy Fold for folding labels and tickets without sprocket holes is said to have many features for control and ease of use

NDC Sensor Has Many Applications

The FilmPro is a modular high-performance IR thickness sensor for film, sheet, and coating measurement applications

AWA Reports on Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives

The second edition of the study profiles the growing technology base of PSAs, with up-to-date information on technology and end-use markets

UPM Raflatac to Feature Wide-Ranging Display at Labelexpo Americas

Company says its broad range of labeling products includes a strong commitment to sustainability and reduced waste solutions

Unilux Strobe Light Has Versatile Features

The LED-9, designed for ease of use, is said to provide bright, even illumination and a wide range of adjustments to control light output

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