Bar Coding

PCE Instruments Improves Force Gauges

(Controls)

October 10, 2016, Company says the PCE-DFG Series digital force gauges test packaging materials with improved accuracy JUPITER, FL | PCE Instruments offers the PCE-DFG Series digital force gauges to test the performance ...

Uflex Pouch Machine Adds Shelf Life to Milk

(Bag Pouch)

October 09, 2016, ... milk in a pouch that is formed of a five-to-seven-layer extruded/blown polyethylene film with strong barrier properties including a black layer for UV protection. As a fully integrated packaging solution ...

PPC Announces Fall Meeting Agenda

(Carton Box)

October 09, 2016, ... action. Other speakers will include Michael P. Doss, president and CEO of Graphic Packaging International, Alon Bar-Shany, general manager of HP Indigo, and Jeff Rosensweig, economist and professor from ...

Innovia’s Wrap Rage Solution

(Flexpack)

October 04, 2016, Propafilm™ RCP is now available in 52 and 60 microns. This easy-to-open food packaging film now includes heavy duty, high barrier and snap wrap options ATLANTA, GA | Innovia Films is expanding its ...

Performance Pkg. of NV Launches Additive for Extended Shelf Life

(Flexpack)

October 03, 2016, ... which has a patent pending, will be available to food processors and packagers by early 2017. “AIRSHIELD provides oxygen ‘scavenging’ (the removal of oxygen) and an oxygen barrier all in one product,” ...

Show Preview | Pack Expo Intl. 2016 Largest Show To-Date

(Trends/Management)

October 02, 2016, ...  Candy Bar lounge, a dedicated area for attendees in the confectionery industry to recharge, network and gather timely industry information Showcase of Packaging Innovations®, where attendees from every ...

Jindal Launches Coextruded Family of Films

(Flexpack)

October 01, 2016, ... “We are excited about this new platform that is being developed to provide packaging solutions through clear and white coextruded films, while adding metallization for barrier application and structure ...

T.H.E.M. Supports Launch of Beer Concentrate in Single-Serve Pack

(Flexpack)

September 28, 2016, ... uncompromised barrier properties for package contents. “It didn’t make sense to put our Foxboro Spirited Brews in a typical, everyday package,” adds Rai. “Our beer concentrate is a unique, disruptive ...

Dow Evercap Resin Caters to Aging Population

(Flexpack)

September 27, 2016, New PE resin offered for flexpack, caps, and closures MIDLAND, MI | Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics has unveiled its new EVERCAP PE resins portfolio for rigid caps and closures. Resins with the ...

Label PRomotion | Shoppers Trust Product Labels More Than Ads

(Label/Tape)

September 26, 2016, Consumers perceive packaging's close proximity to the product as more trustworthy, less manipulative. Consumers perceive packaging's close proximity to the product as more trustworthy, less manipulative. ...

Jindal Films Reports Film for Thermal Market

(Label/Tape)

September 25, 2016, ...  According to company, film provides high printability using standard thermal and barcode printers, enabling sharp, durable, and fade-proof images that are ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. Print ...

Label Industry Announces Global Awards

(Label/Tape)

September 19, 2016, ... thermal/bar code printing, replacing both coated and direct thermal substrates and thermal transfer ribbons in many thermal label applications. It is said to be one of the few ‘breakthroughs’ that come ...

Avery Dennison Adds Narrow Web Solutions

(Label/Tape)

September 18, 2016, ... Ultra and Ultra Plus structures, these flexible packaging laminations are said to provide the following benefits: Offer Barex-equivalent solutions for high barrier and chemical resistance Resist ...

Schreiner MediPharm Upgrades Security Label

(Label/Tape)

September 10, 2016, ... Said to be particularly useful for small containers, the lid of the film cap also offers additional space that can be used for imprinting barcodes or integrating NFC chips for interactive applications. ...

UPM Raflatac & Baumgarten Collaborate on LCA

(Label/Tape)

September 07, 2016, ... "We saw real value from analyzing UPM Raflatac's Label Life figures so that we can build towards creating a total picture of the environmental impact of our products." Baumgarten has already embarked on ...

Davis-Standard Extruder Has New Features

(Coating/Laminating)

September 07, 2016, ... include electrical barrel heating with air-cooled blowers for each zone; temperature-controlled water cooling for gearbox oil cooler; water-cooled screw and feed section; and fixed die support and thermal ...

FILMtech Expands with Training Center

(Flexpack)

August 30, 2016, ... near Knoxville, TN. The two-story building, attached to the current manufacturing facility, features a training center upstairs with offices below.  FILMtech, a supplier to the metallized and clear barrier ...

NDC Sensor Has Many Applications

(Controls)

August 28, 2016, ... costly barrier materials, such as Nylon, EVOH, or PVDC simultaneously with other polymers such as PE, PP, or Ionomer. Company says an issue confronting the accurate IR measurement of thin films is called ...

Show Preview | GRAPH EXPO 2016 Heads to Orlando

(Trends/Management)

August 24, 2016, ... of Harris & Bruno Intl., who will offer his insights and experience on "Breaking Barriers: Doing Business Internationally," and Erica Walker, instructor at Clemson University, will discuss an "ROI Report: ...

AVT Lists Launches for Labelexpo Americas

(Controls)

August 24, 2016, ... press and rewinder speeds—all without sacrificing high quality assurance and key applications such as in-line barcode verification.  The Helios Turbo HD Also featured will be the Helios D digital ...

Zanders Paper Resists Oil and Grease

(Flexpack)

August 23, 2016, Zanbarrier OGR is designed for contact with products containing fat, and company says it will eventually be offered in other barrier variations BERGISCH GLADBACH, GERMANY | Zanders, a globally active ...

Aseptic Carton Bottle Wins WorldStar Award

(Carton Box)

August 23, 2016, ... latest win follows recent upgrades including new oxygen barrier properties, which make the Tetra Evero Aseptic package suitable for a wider range of products,” said Lars Bengtsson, VP carton bottle. “We ...

Cosmo Films Offers Film for Cement Bags

(Bag Pouch)

August 22, 2016, ... barrier but also enhances the quality of the print, making it more appealing for the consumer. Being a 100% polyolefin structure, it is environment friendly and further enhances the reusability of the ...

Ampac Wins AmeriStar Award for Mayo Pouch

(Bag Pouch)

August 22, 2016, ... pouch new to the mayonnaise and condiment aisle utilizing clear, barrier lamination for product protection. Ampac was also recognized for its E-Z SnackPak win in the WorldStar Awards Competition. The ...

Simco-Ion Static Control Unit Is Upgraded for Pneumatic Conveying

(Surface Prep)

August 22, 2016, ... bars that are current limited to improve system performance, enhance operator safety, and prevent hard arcs. The improved Dual Phase+ power supply produces high voltage for high speeds. It displays user-friendly ...