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New COF Indicator Simplifies Measuring Friction on Packaging Film

(News | New Products)

April 22, 2024, Tentoma, the manufacturer of RoRo StretchPack® machines has introduced the COF indicator ST 1.0 tool to estimate if the coefficient of friction (COF) on the packaging film meets your requirements. Photo ...

TMI Introduces Coefficient of Friction Tester

(Controls)

January 03, 2017, ... release of a new, improved coefficient of friction tester. The all-new Model 32-76 is said to use advanced digital force signaling and high-speed data acquisition software to provide unmatched precision ...

Rhopoint Offers Friction Tester

(Controls)

August 02, 2015, Tester, from Hanatek Instruments, is said to be easy to use and to meet many test method requirements ST. LEONARDS ON SEA, UK | Rhopoint Instruments offers the Compact Friction Tester (CFT) from Hanatek ...

All Tape Supplies Offers Anti-Friction Tapes

(Label/Tape)

July 28, 2012, ETSB1000 and ETSB2000 anti-friction tapes from All Tape Supplies, in smooth and embossed versions, cover rollers in printing and adhesive industries   TILBURG, THE NETHERLANDS | ATS–All Tape Supplies ...

Brakes Feature Heat Dissipation Friction Discs

(Tension)

December 17, 2008, V-Series brakes feature high heat dissipation friction discs combined with patented “no-tools” friction modules for quick and easy pad changes V-Series brakes feature high heat dissipation friction discs ...

How to Influence Gloss and Friction Coatings or Cast Films by the Chill Roll Surface Design

(The Place)

May 30, 2004, ... This gave a high friction value that led to adhesion problems and low production speeds. The other type of texture on chill rolls was a sand blasted hard chromium layer with sharp and high peaks. This ...

Friction Circles on a Winter's Da

(Magazine)

December 31, 2003, ... us better understand a curious, yet practical, mechanism in web handling — the friction circle. The friction circle is a common term among racing enthusiasts. In racing, it describes the combination ...

Converter Requirements Toward Inks and Printability

(Bag Pouch)

September 22, 2024, ... the source of a problem and assist in determining a course of action. Some filmic materials incorporate slip agents. While slip agents do an admirable job of modifying the co-efficient of friction, if ...

Consider Wool an Eco-Friendly Industrial Material

(Web Handling)

July 28, 2024, ... or mark-off. In paper production and converting, wool rollers are employed for their superior traction and grip properties. The natural friction of wool fibers ensures efficient feeding and tension control, ...

Sustainability: A Journey Through Coating and Lamination Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

June 19, 2024, ... in energy consumption. Another important contribution is the use of low passive inertia mechanical components: Low friction bearings, high-efficiency timing belts and gears will reduce energy consumption. ...

Obtaining Barriers When Coating and Printing Flexible Materials

(Bag Pouch)

June 09, 2024, ... to deal with many ink/substrate-related issues. Filmic substrates such as polyethylene incorporate slip agents. While slip agents do an admirable job of modifying the co-efficient of friction, if they ...

Static Charges: Production Mishaps and Product Misbehavior

(Surface Prep)

May 26, 2024, ... charges. The size of the charge is determined by the force of the friction, speed, pressure and separation, with increased force and faster processes leading to larger charges. The type of material involved, ...

Valve Actuators with Longer Lifespan

(News | New Products)

April 10, 2024, ... design. The actuators are designed with offset cylinders that align the piston axis with the pinion gear pitch circle diameter, eliminating cantilever forces and friction. The company also replaced the ...

AccuTec, Inc. Introduces the Next Generation of High-Performance Razor Slitting Blades

(News | New Products)

March 26, 2024, ... a coated edge to reduce friction and enhance wear resistance, AccuTec PRO Blades offer exceptional durability and precision for a wide range of cutting tasks. Tier 2: AccuTec PRO Advance – Titanium Nitride ...

Dover Flexo Electronics – Celebrating 50 Years of Tension Control Innovation

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

February 12, 2024, ... that minimizes runout for ultra-smooth torque engagement. Patented Silencer™ friction pads are extremely effective at eliminating brake squeal — providing environmental and safety benefits for operators ...

Reducing Waste in the Production Line

(Surface Prep)

February 11, 2024, ... high speed. It occurs either via friction when the web makes contact with converting machinery, through “separation” – the unwinding of web rolls — or even via electricity from surrounding machinery. A ...

From the Tosaf development laboratory: PFAS-free additives for the plastics industry

(News | New Products)

January 22, 2024, ... solutions over both the pure PE-LLD and the compound with the previous standard processing aid. The coefficient of friction (COF) showed a negligibly lower value for the film produced with the PFAS-free ...

Navigating Challenges in Corona Treatment

(Surface Prep)

January 14, 2024, ... foolproof precision. Challenge 4: Additives Slip agents are additives incorporated into polymer formulations to reduce the coefficient of friction on the material’s surface. While slip agents offer ...

Eliminate Strapping to Hold Spacers and Bearers

(News | New Products)

January 09, 2024, ... hood film. The tension forces of the stretch hood film ensure tight and smooth packaging and hold the spacers against the bottom of the packed products. This solution is suitable for products with friction ...

Convenience is King in our ‘Effortless’ Economy

(Flexpack)

December 17, 2023, Seamless, frictionless customer journeys are not a fad that’s “here today and gone tomorrow;” they’re more “here today and here to stay.” By Christopher Morgan, Global Sales Director at Filtrona Tapes ...