Flexpack

Functional Coatings Innovation from DSM

Published: November 09, 2007

Stamicarbon BV (DSM Licensing Center) has launched Symphase Technology, an patented process for the creation of transparent oxygen barrier layers based on the vapor depostion of melamine. This technology is viewed as having applications in key markets such as electronics, medical devices, and disposables

First Glance

Published: November 01, 2007

Innovative converted packages from: Alcan Packaging, Curwood, and BeeCeuticals Organics

The place

Published: November 01, 2007

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Troubleshooting Extrusion Processes With Hands-On Computational Proceduresby Natti S. Rao, Plastics Solutions International Consulting

Klockner Pentaplast Plant Expands PE Capacity

Published: October 11, 2007

The Klockner Pentaplast Group will add to its North American production capacity for polyester films at the company's Beaver, WV, plant.

Ampac Acquires Retort Pouch Converter

Published: October 07, 2007

Ampac Packaging has acquired Floeter Flexible Packaging Group for an undisclosed amount. Floeter specializes in stand-up pouch converting and is known for its retort pouchmaking cability.

W&H to Hold In-House Expo Concurrently with K 2007

Published: October 02, 2007

Concurrently with K 2007, Windmoeller & Hoelscher will stage an in-house Expo in its Lengerich headquarters, where additional technical innovations in the field of flexible packaging will be on display.

A Mixed Bag

Published: October 01, 2007

To produce a variety of stock and custom-made products, Clear View Bag likes the versatility of Mamata's Universal Vega machine.

SHEAR Strategy

Published: October 01, 2007

A new slitter/rewinder is giving UK-based TCL Packaging more versatility in manufacturi products for the food industry. The recently installed SOMA Engineering Venus II model was supplied through UK-distributor Engelmann & Buckham.

FIRST GLANCE

Published: October 01, 2007

Innovative packaging from: Ampac Flexibles, Chesapeake Corp., and Rollprint.

China & India: Flex-Pack Leaders?

Published: October 01, 2007

PCI Films Consulting predicts that between now and 2010, half the world's growth in flexible packaging will be in China and India. But how will this shake out if China's qualilty control issues follow into the flex-pack industry?

Taking Charge

Published: October 01, 2007

To control film production for its tamper-evident products, Nelmar Security Packaging adds a W&H polyethylene extruder.

the PLACE

Published: October 01, 2007

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Transinformative Thermographic Barcode Matrix That Archivally Monitors The Safety Of Food, Drug, & Biologicals: A Fungible Line Item