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Web Tension 101

Published: November 30, 2004, By Jeff Damour, Converter Accessory Corp.
Typically, tension is measured in PLI (pounds per linear inch) in the US. If you know PLI and you want to know total tension applied to the web, multiply PLI times the width of the material in inches. If you know total pounds of tension applied to the web and you want to know PLI, divide the total pounds of tension across the web by the width of the web in inches.

More than Nuts & Bolts

Published: November 30, 2004, By Nsenga Byrd Thompson, Associate Editor
Suppliers offer more than just a place to shop. They are experienced and eager to provide valuable solutions when it comes to maximizing equipment efficiencies, which, in return, allows converters to provide their customers with the best possible product. So how can you get the most mileage from this under-utilized resource? Read on to learn how your supplier can work for you!

Eliminate Pesky Bubbles

Published: November 30, 2004, By Edgar B. Gutoff, Consulting Chemical Engineer
How do bubbles form, and how can we eliminate them? Avoid introducing air into the coating fluid.

On the Move...

Published: November 30, 2004
News from: Enercon Industries, JV Imaging Systems, Tarsus Group, Drytac, Paratherm, Valéron Strength Films, Diversified Graphic Machinery, Nimble Shows & Media, Klöckner Pentaplast, Apex Europe, Orion Packaging Systems, FKI Logistex, Diamond Packaing, Innovia Films, W&H, Max Daetwyler, PIA/GATF, Galileo, and Challenge Printing.

Finding Our Footing

Published: November 30, 2004, By Yolanda Simonsis, Associate Publisher/Editor
It’s that time of year again when I find my "editorial inspiration file" is brimming with items that may become lost forever among the clutter of the cutting room floor. Among them are insightful readers’ responses to various editorials or articles written over the course of the year that otherwise might lose their impact if not used soon. So it’s time to share these gems as the year comes to a close. Perhaps you’ll recall what inspired these readers to write in the first place.

The Legislative Outlook for 2005

Published: November 30, 2004, By Sheila A. Millar, Attorney-at-Law, Keller & Heckman, Washington, DC
While most agree moral issues played a role in the 2004 election results and thus will figure prominently in legislative initiatives during the next session of Congress, we examine here what members of the converting industry may expect in terms of the legislative business agenda for the 109th Congress beginning in January 2005.

Chemicals & Responsibility

Published: November 30, 2004, By David J. Bentley, Jr., Contributing Editor
Everyone has an obligation to know exactly what he is doing in his work and to be able to communicate to those with an interest and a technical question. That is the connection of this column with readers that work in the converting and packaging industries.

The Harms of Harmony

Published: November 30, 2004, By Timothy J. Walker, TJWalker & Assoc. Inc.
From a simple handling viewpoint, these harmonic motion hiccups may be no problem, but combined with coating, extrusion, slitting, or winding operations, they may lead to waste.

Reporter Clips

Published: November 30, 2004, By Edward Boyle, Contributing Editor
News from: Jetrion, Mark Andy, TLMI, Freedonia Group, and Aquaflex.

Converting Industry News, Part 1

Published: November 30, 2004, By edited by Deborah Donberg
News from: Bobst Group, Gemipap, Converdis, Fuji, Stora Enso, AWA Alexander Watson Assoc., AIMCAL, RBS Technologies, Flint Ink, Creo, and Avery Dennison.

Converting Industry News, Part 2

Published: November 30, 2004, By edited by Deborah Donberg
News from: Bobst Group, Gemipap, Converdis, Fuji, Stora Enso, AWA Alexander Watson Assoc., AIMCAL, RBS Technologies, Flint Ink, Creo, and Avery Dennison.

Narrow Web New Product Digest

Published: November 30, 2004
Narrow web new products from: AB Graphic Intl., KTI, Dover Flexo Electronics, and Omet.

New Product Digest, Part 1

Published: November 30, 2004, By PFFC staff
New products from: Rotatek, HCI Converting Equipment Co., Maguire Products, Sterling Toggle, Battenfeld Gloucester Engineering, NexGen Enviro Systems, Pinnacle Converting Equipment, Davis-Standard, Agfa, Korber PaperLink North America, Senntech, Imprint Business Systems, Maxson Automatic Machinery, Mocon, Nordson, Mec Saroglia, QuadTech, Creo, Spartanics, Brandtjen & Kluge, MetaCommunications, UV Process Supply, and Leistritz.

New Product Digest, Part 2

Published: November 30, 2004, By PFFC staff
Narrow web new products and materials from: AB Graphic Intl., KTI, Dover Flexo Electronics, Omet, ICI Imagedata, Dow Corning, Flink Ink, AET, Decorated Paper, Sherwood Technology, and Mitsubishi Plastics.

Mechanics of Tension Control, Part II

Published: November 30, 2004, By Jeff Damour, Converter Accessory Corp.

For this basic tutorial in the mechanics of web tension control, tension is defined as the force applied to a continuous web of material in the machine direction.

Supplier News

Published: November 01, 2004, By Edited by Deborah Donberg
Rossini's Diamond Anniversary RESCALDINA, ITALY Rossini SpA celebrated 75 years in business during Drupa 2004. Three generations of family entrepreneurs

Show News

Published: November 01, 2004, By Edited by Deborah Donberg
CMM 2005 Update NEW YORK, NY Organizers of CMM Intl. 2005 are launching a by-invitation-only conference that will bring together end-user executives with

Expansions

Published: November 01, 2004, By Edited by Deborah Donberg
New Line Coming to CPFilms MARTINSVILLE, VA CPFilms will be installing new, state-of-the-art metallizing production equipment at its manufacturing facility

Correction

Published: November 01, 2004
In the July 2004 issue we printed incorrect contact information for Printron Engravers, which actually is located in Neenah, WI; 920/725-3077; http://www.printron.com.

On the move

Published: October 31, 2004
News from: Magpowr, BST Intl., Dienes Corp., Water Ink Technologies, Sabin Robbins Paper Co., AIMCAL, Technicote, Proma Technologies, Domino Amjet, and GMG.

Vehicle Retention is a Drying Not a Driving Issue

Published: October 31, 2004, By David J. Bentley Jr., Contributing Editor
People have different ideas about the best time to purchase a new automobile to replace their present one. Some people wait a specific number of years; others drive their vehicle for a specific number of miles. Still others become intrigued with a new model because of its looks or features.

Rotogravure an Evolving Process

Published: October 31, 2004, By Dr. Richard M. Podhajny, Ph.D. Contributing Editor
Rotogravure printing evolved from the intaglio printing process, which still is used in specialty applications such as printing our currency. Rotogravure has been used since the beginning of the 20th century and still is considered the quality printing standard by which other printing processes are measured. It has unique characteristics that cannot be duplicated by other printing processes, including...

Slitting Debris: Cracking the Case

Published: October 31, 2004, By Timothy J. Walker, TJWalker & Assoc. Inc.
Dust and debris are a common but unwanted side product of slitting. Slitting debris comprises the small particles that break off a product's edge during the slitting process. It is created through fracture and abrasion. Uncontrolled slitting debris will lead to defects in your customer's product and equipment downtime.

Good News Hunting

Published: October 31, 2004, By Yolanda Simonsis, Associate Publisher/Editor
As the show and conference circuit winds down for the year with only the Packaging Machinery Mfrs. Institute's Pack Expo (Nov. 7-11 at Chicago's McCormick Pl.) to go before the holidays hit, I've heard increasingly positive statements while good news hunting about the health of the converting industry. The caveat here is that it appears the description of good health applies to specific markets.

thePLACE

Published: October 31, 2004, By David J. Bentley, Jr., Editor
Providing practical information to the converting & packaging industries A communication from the PLACE Division of TAPPIin cooperation with Paper, Film & Foil CONVERTER providing practical information to the converting and packaging industries.

RFID & EPC Systems

Published: October 31, 2004, By Sheila A. Millar, Attorney-at-Law, Keller & Heckman, Washington, DC
By now, most members of the converting industry probably have heard about Electronic Product Code (EPC) systems which, using Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), will allow logistical tracking of products throughout the distribution chain, revolutionizing the product distribution process well beyond the current bar code technology. The converting industry will be part of that revolution as major retailers and the government begin mandating its use.

WHAT'S NEW

Published: October 31, 2004
New products from: Goldenrod Corp., Brandtjen & Kluge, Vetaphone, Teknek Europe, Polymag Tek, Haug Static Control, Graymills Corp., Jemmco, R.G. Egan Equipment, and Max Daetwyler Corp.

Reporter Clips

Published: October 31, 2004, By Edward Boyle, Contributing Editor
News from: FINAT and Tarsus Group.

What's New in Narrow Web

Published: October 31, 2004
New from: Applied Extrusion Technologies, Fife Corp., Mark Andy, Appleton, Yupo Corp. of America, Label Vision Systems, UVA-Shielder, BST Pro Mark, Rayven, and Aquaflex.

The Gold Standard

Published: October 31, 2004, By Nsenga Byrd Thompson, Associate Editor
Vibrant colors and shimmering foils receive high marks at the Tag & Label Mfrs. Inst. (TLMI) 2004 awards competition. Winners were announced October 26 during TLMI's 2004 annual meeting in LaQuinta, CA. A total of 107 awards were presented, including 47 first place, 22 second place, and 35 honorable mentions. Here are details on just a few of this year's winners.

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