Critical Trends

Future-focused Film & Tape Expo 2023: Pioneering Technology and Applications in Film and Tape Industry

(News | New Products)

September 27, 2023, The Film & Tape Expo 2023 is set to make waves from October 11-13, 2023, at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. The Film & Tape Expo 2023 is set to make waves from October 11-13, ...

drupa 2023 Focuses on Key Future Topics with Special Forums

(News | New Products)

September 25, 2023, As the largest and pioneering trade show for printing technologies, drupa stands for innovations and new approaches. As the largest and pioneering trade show for printing technologies, drupa stands ...

Avery Dennison Launches Volt ToughTM Electrical Insulation Tapes

(News | New Products)

September 20, 2023, ... has never been greater. The Volt Tough™ portfolio is specifically engineered to enhance electrical insulation in EV battery packs. Proper insulation is critical to protecting cells and other sensitive ...

Epson Introduces Label Boost Software for Businesses to Easily Add Colorful Messaging to Shipping Labels

(News | New Products)

September 11, 2023, ... improve shipping accuracy and streamline operations.” Businesses can use Label Boost software to apply secondary labels, such as regulatory or shipping-and-handling labels, or to highlight critical information, ...

Sustainability and Labor Considerations for Pouch Converting Machines

(Bag Pouch)

September 10, 2023, ... on investment might include: Easy operation – quick adjustments and changes while running, a simple, clear touchscreen interface to reduce errors and easy access to critical components for operation ...

Leadership Strategies, Industry Innovation and Folding Carton Creativity to be Highlighted at PPC's Fall 2023 Meeting in San Diego ...

(Upcoming Conference News)

September 07, 2023, ... Inn with colleagues, learning critical topics related to sustainability, cybersecurity, powering the future, the outlook for the global economy, and other crucial issues affecting the paperboard packaging ...

Label Apeel Automates with Martin

(Uncategorized)

September 07, 2023, ... fitted in well with the company’s commitment to sustainability.  Critical of how some companies ‘greenwash’ their customers with unqualified claims, Kellock stressed the importance of transparency on the ...

Hybrid Software Leverages Group Synergy to Win Two 2023 Pinnacle Product Awards

(News | New Products)

September 06, 2023, ... rasterization via Harlequin Direct™, and the inkjet expertise of Meteor Inkjet and Xitron. We believe that it’s critical to develop these technologies in-house rather than license them from third parties ...

Pregis Showcases its Sustainability Leadership at Pack Expo 2023

(News | New Products)

September 06, 2023, ... Curated by Fuseneo, the exhibit encourages participants to expand their thinking across critical areas of packaging sustainability, ranging from manufacturing materials through to packaging design. Featured ...

Flint Group unveils exciting innovation line-up at Labelexpo Europe 2023

(News | New Products)

September 06, 2023, Flint Group is gearing up to make an impact at Labelexpo Europe 2023 by showcasing cutting-edge solutions and addressing the pivotal trends shaping the narrow web printing and converting industry.  ...

EFI Showcases Single-pass Inkjet Technology and Sustainable Corrugated Leadership at CorrExpo 2023

(News | New Products)

August 28, 2023, ... pass printer’s environmental and business benefits. “Nozomi is a sustainable printing solution for corrugated,” Matteucci added, “which is critically important as manufacturers work to reduce their environmental ...

Dow Wash-off Label Adhesive Recognized for Sustainable Package Design

(News | New Products)

August 22, 2023, ... Dow (NYSE: DOW) has received recognition from the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) as meeting or exceeding its most strict Critical Guidance Protocol for the recycling of clear PET articles with ...

Baldwin Launches New PrintEnomic$ Online Resource

(News | New Products)

August 16, 2023, Industry-specific eBooks explore trends and latest technologies to increase profitability for corrugated, narrow web, and sheet-fed and web offset printers  Industry-specific eBooks explore trends ...

At SMTA High Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference, IDENTCO to Give Presentation on Label Compatibility and Durability Issues

(News | New Products)

August 14, 2023, ... which takes place in Dallas from August 29-31. Shahela Ali, Director of Global Marketing for IDENTCO, will present PCB Labels & Cleaning Agents: Critical Compatibility on August 30 at 3:00 p.m. Despite ...

Martin Sales Team Responds to Growing Demand

(News | New Products)

August 14, 2023, ... and new customers alike and is critical to us retaining business and securing repeat orders,” Rittmeyer added. Seen as both a valuable bonding session for company personnel and an opportunity to freely ...

An Array of Pavilions Greet PACK EXPO Guests

(Flexpack)

August 14, 2023, The PACK EXPO Las Vegas show floor, September 11-13, 2023, will feature pavilions devoted to particular packaging and processing industries The PACK EXPO Las Vegas show floor, September 11-13, 2023, ...

Pack Expo Networking and Special Events

(News | New Products)

August 14, 2023, Attendees at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, September 11-13, 2023, will have a chance to participate in special events before and during the show Attendees take-in one of the many stages and pavilions at PACK ...

PACK EXPO Las Vegas Returns in September

(News | New Products)

August 14, 2023, ... opportunities to explore and learn about all available packaging and processing solutions and innovations are endless. PACK EXPO Las Vegas attendees can tap into our ever-growing industry, gain critical ...

New Food-safe Laminating Adhesives for Flexible Packaging

(Coating/Laminating)

August 13, 2023, The global food market has doubled in size over the past decade due to worldwide population growth. By Junya Aoyama, Researcher, Toyo-Morton, Ltd. The global food market has doubled in size over ...

Apex International Hosts Repro Supplier Meet

(Slit)

August 07, 2023, Apex International, a global leader of anilox and embossing technologies hosted a successful Repro Supplier Meet July 26, 2023 at its production facility located in Sinnar, Nashik. Apex International, ...

Learning Center: Sustainable Wipes Packaging 101

(News | New Products)

August 02, 2023, Regulations and public concerns are two powerful trends driving sustainable packaging. Regulations and public concerns are two powerful trends driving sustainable packaging. Consumers are increasingly ...

Glenroy® Receives AA Rating in 2023 BRCGS Audit for Food Safety and Quality

(Sustainability Forum)

August 01, 2023, ... the BRCGS. The audit covered a comprehensive range of criteria, including food safety management systems, product traceability, hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP), cleanliness, and quality ...

CalRecycle Seeks Input on Plastic-pollution Reduction Rules

(News | New Products)

July 23, 2023, ... California will meet SB 54’s goals to an update on the needs assessment with information critical to achieve the goals. Who – CalRecycle asks to hear from the public and other interested parties, such ...

Creating Value with Plasma Coatings

(News | New Products)

July 23, 2023, ... area to improve. A good example is maintenance and downtime associated with cleaning roller surfaces. When debris or buildup is present on critical roller surfaces, loss of traction and web defects can ...

Video Didn’t Kill the Radio Star. And Digital Didn’t Kill Print.

(News | New Products)

July 18, 2023, Baldwin releases latest PrintEnomic$ eBook focused on Sheet-Fed and Web Offset Printers  Baldwin releases latest PrintEnomic$ eBook focused on Sheet-Fed and Web Offset Printers  Baldwin Technology ...

A New Era of Proofreading—GlobalVision's Latest Inspection Algorithm ...

(News | New Products)

July 09, 2023, ... of eight hours per document review. GlobalVision's industry-leading inspection algorithm in Verify empowers teams to proofread and review critical documentation for product labels and packaging faster than ...

2023 ARC Annual Business Summit “A Resounding Success”

(News | New Products)

June 28, 2023, The 2023 Annual Business Summit, organized by the Association for Roll-to-Roll Converters (ARC) [formerly AIMCAL] The 2023 Annual Business Summit, organized by the Association for Roll-to-Roll Converters ...

Sustainable Liquids Packaging Done Right

(Flexpack)

June 28, 2023, ... effective way. Source Reduction is Critical for Sustainability The amount of plastic waste produced each year is staggering, with some estimates placing the number at 300 million tons4. For comparison, ...

A Collaborative PFFC Q&A: The Evolution of Static Control Technologies

(Surface Prep)

June 25, 2023, PFFC is most fortunate to have representatives from three leading static control companies share their thoughts and perspectives PFFC is most fortunate to have representatives from three leading static ...

INDEVCO Plastics Achieves SQF Edition 9 Certification

(News | New Products)

June 20, 2023, ... procedures. The certification process encompassed a thorough assessment of critical areas, including food safety management systems to safeguard quality and safety of food packaging materials, allergen ...