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ExxonMobil Introduces Novel HDPE Grade to Help Converters Create Mono-Material Machine Direction Oriented (MDO) Flexible Films

(News | New Products)

August 16, 2023, ExxonMobil has developed a novel high density polyethylene (HDPE) grade, ExxonMobil™ HD7165L, for Machine Direction Oriented (MDO) PE film applications.  ExxonMobil has developed a novel high density ...

Considerations for Electing Toll/Contract Slitting Services

(Coating/Laminating)

May 28, 2023, ... machines, generating finished flexible packaging film products. Foremost, a team of legacy machine operators working in unison with a highly experienced and talented planner, handling millions of pounds ...

Material Properties, Testing & Applications: Part 2

(Converting Expert)

May 11, 2022, ... Tensile Method There are two tensile test methods: Strip and Grab.  Strip method — The complete width of the sample coupon is gripped in the jaws of the testing machine.  Grab method — Only the center ...

Polysack and Flessofab Launch Novel Recyclable Packaging Available In British Market

(News | New Products)

June 14, 2021, ...  During the production process, the films are stretched in one direction (MDO – Machine Direction Orientation) using Polysack’s proprietary methodology and processes, thus obtaining improvements in several ...

Avery Dennison’s Full Film Portfolio Receives APR Recognition

(News | New Products)

January 11, 2021, Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials announced its Machine Direction Orientation (MDO) and Polyethylene (PE) films have been recognized to comply with the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) ...

SABIC Launches Innovative TF-BOPE Film for Frozen Food Packaging

(News | New Products)

October 19, 2020, ... as well as packaging machine manufacturer Syntegon Technology. Stephan Eltink, SABIC’s business director for PE in Europe, said: “At SABIC, we focus on delivering sustainable solutions and working collaboratively ...

Is it the End for Non-Recyclable Plastic Packaging?

(Flexpack)

March 02, 2020, ... need to be produced with the same machine efficiency throughout the whole value chain of packaging. At a recent tradeshow for the plastics and rubber industry (K 2019), BOBST along with several partner ...

GOEBEL IMS Presents its Innovative Slitting and Winding Solutions at ICE USA

(Upcoming Conference News)

April 02, 2019, ... up to 1,800 mm. The T 2 allows conversion speeds of up to 1,200 m/min. All machines of this series work with a single-shaft center-driven winding concept equipped with an idle lay-on roller. They can be ...

Tangent Shear Slitting | Reduce Edge Defects in Shrink Sleeve Film

(Slit)

December 04, 2017, ... lateral tensile stress forces across the web (cross-machine “Y” mode – Figure 2). When engaging the web, the razor creates a “controlled crack” ahead of the blade edge. The physical properties of the material ...

UPM Raflatac Launches Conformable Films

(News | New Products)

April 23, 2017, Raflex machine direction oriented films are said to be well suited for conformable and squeezable containers MILLS RIVER, NC | UPM Raflatac now offers Raflex machine direction oriented (MDO) films, ...

Show Preview | ICE USA 2017 Exhibits with InPrint USA in Orlando

(Trade Shows)

March 27, 2017, ... 2017, is the premier event for converting professionals interested in experiencing first-hand the industry's latest machinery, technology, and manufacturing solutions. Attendees from around the globe attend ...

Readers Choice | Top 10 New Products of 2016

(Flexpack)

December 01, 2016, ... flexographic, digital, and rotary offset printing processes.     Catbridge Machinery 900-M Duplex Center Slitter/Rewinder The American-made 900-M Duplex Center Slitter/Rewinder is designed for ...

Avery Dennison Launches Conformable Films

(Label/Tape)

September 26, 2016, ... to provide the greatest possible functionality and versatility for manufacturers, converters, and brand owners alike.” Company says the films are machine direction oriented films, providing a balance ...

Solvent-Free Lamination | Nordmeccanica Opens/Demos at New Permanent NA Home

(Coating/Laminating)

June 10, 2015, ... a grand affair, with 120 attendees from many different countries, technical presentations, a live machine demonstration, and in keeping with Italian style and tradition, food and wine. Nearly two-thirds ...

Show Preview | ICE USA 2015 Returns to Orlando with Added Features

(Trends/Management)

January 05, 2015, ... of slitting, web handling, and converting machinery, is spearheading a new campaign to find more regional distributors and back its current sales in the US. The ALPHAMATIC TURRET is designed for single ...

Plastic Suppliers Announces Shrink Label Film

(Label/Tape)

September 01, 2014, ... The company says the film also offers virtually the same shrink curves and machine direction (MD) growth as PETG-based shrink film, making it an even more attractive alternative, since existing OPS already ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2014 Enhances Focus on Package Printing

(Label/Tape)

August 04, 2014, ... conference—for artisan beer, wine, and spirit producers only—will increase their understanding of all aspects of label production, from materials used, the machinery involved, adhesives, and the latest ...

Avery Digital Facestock for HP Indigo Presses

(Label/Tape)

May 08, 2012, ... part of Avery Dennison’s machine-direction-orientated (MDO) film product line. The film is said to feature a balance of properties that eliminate darts and wrinkles in high-speed dispensing environments ...

Roll-Sleeve Film: Helping Shape Brand Identity

(Label/Tape)

May 10, 2011, ...  *Use of a brand owner’s existing roll-fed equipment assets with minimal additional financial outlay, or else enabling the opportunity to purchase new high-speed machinery just coming onto the market. ...

Narrow Web's Leverag

(Label/Tape)

March 31, 2010, ... machinery. Often the exterior layer is the print surface for a pre-laminated construction. Barrier materials provide protection and are based on requirements that vary depending on the product being ...