Critical Trends

Finding Hidden Value: Did You Know that Parts can be "Plasma Coated?

(Coating/Laminating)

September 04, 2024, ... a huge impact? Hidden gems that we don't always notice? Single and Dual Layer Release and Wear Resistant Coating Systems have been used in many markets for decades. Mostly recognizable on critical rollers ...

PSA Tapes Key to Enhancing EV Battery Design and Production

(Print)

August 29, 2024, ... To meet these targets, battery manufacturers are working to address critical issues for widening EV adoption by extending vehicle ranges and reducing costs. Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes are ...

Flint Group and Xeikon to Highlight Corrugated Printing Innovations at SuperCorrExpo 2024

(News | New Products)

August 19, 2024, Flint Group and its Digital Solutions division, Xeikon, will attend SuperCorrExpo 2024, North America’s largest corrugated industry event. Flint Group and its Digital Solutions division, Xeikon, ...

A Deeper Look at UV Inks in Label Production

(Surface Prep)

August 16, 2024, ... digital jobs. Although convenient, the substrate plays a critical role in ink adhesion, and it's up to the converter to assess ink and substrate compatibility to ensure proper ink adhesive and avoid chipping ...

Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. announces Director of Strategic Accounts

(News | New Products)

August 08, 2024, Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. (A&V), a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic printing supplies and equipment Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. (A&V), a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic ...

International Molded Fiber Association Unveils Speaker Lineup for September Conference in Carlsbad, CA

(Upcoming Conference News)

August 04, 2024, The International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) is excited to announce the full speaker lineup for its highly anticipated 26th Annual Conference The International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) ...

PPG appoints Amy Mercante General Manager of Specialty Products

(News | New Products)

July 23, 2024, ... products offerings provide real solutions, bring significant value to our customers and enhance the surfaces and materials critical in our daily lives,” said Mercante. “I look forward to engaging with ...

Take a New Approach to ESD Packaging for Electronics

(News | New Products)

July 10, 2024, In the world of electronics manufacturing, ESD managers have the critical role of ensuring that components do not get damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). In the world of electronics manufacturing, ...

Innovating Safety Child-Resistant Stand-Up Pouches that Meet Sustainability Goals

(Bag Pouch)

July 07, 2024, ... innovate in response to critical needs, offering solutions that help protect the most vulnerable. As we move forward, the focus on child resistance, supported by sustainable practices, will undoubtedly ...

Thermal Transfer Roll Performance Today

(Coating/Laminating)

June 30, 2024, For decades markets within the converting industry have relied on Thermal Transfer Roller performance to enhance products, add critical properties, and increase speed and efficiency in their process. For ...

Enhancing Battery Production with Advanced Cleaning and Static Control

(News | New Products)

June 24, 2024, ... Control Throughout the battery production process, from electrode fabrication to final assembly, maintaining cleanliness is critical. During electrode manufacturing, cutting and slitting can produce ...

Sustainability: A Journey Through Coating and Lamination Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

June 19, 2024, ... providing efficient hardware solutions aligned to the requirements of innovative compounds. This is critical in coating and lamination, with such machines particularly affected by energy consumption and ...

Flexible Packaging — In a Constant Cycle of Evolution

(Flexpack)

June 16, 2024, Just when we think flexible packaging films have reached a milestone of innovation, technology kicks things up another notch. By Rob Tiller, Managing Director, PennPac Just when we think flexible ...

Obtaining Barriers When Coating and Printing Flexible Materials

(Bag Pouch)

June 09, 2024, ... of experimentation and trialing may be necessary. Barrier critical properties that may be required for those engaged in flexible packaging, particularly onto films and papers include, humidity control, ...

Paper Mills Forge Ahead with Speedy Delivery of High-Quality Parts

(Web Handling)

June 02, 2024, ... board and other cellulose-based products. These precision-forged parts are often found in applications where it is critical to withstand challenging conditions. Open die forgings and seamless rolled ...

Surface Treatment: The Importance of Getting it Right

(Surface Prep)

May 19, 2024, ... of a few days, but more often stretches into weeks and occasionally months. So, storage of the film is critical. The problem is that substrate manufacturers do not give clear guidance on this subject in ...

DALIM SOFTWARE to launch next-gen DALIM ES and DALIM TWIST production workflow products at drupa 2024

(Upcoming Conference News)

May 13, 2024, ... has led to a critical evaluation of their technology investments, with a focus on finding versatile, scalable solutions that can be easily integrated and built upon. In this evolving landscape, the 'buy ...

Drupa Cube to Feature More than 50 Sessions Global Economist Opens High-profile Program

(News | New Products)

May 12, 2024, Visitors interested in megatrends in international business, innovations in smart packaging and strategies Visitors interested in megatrends in international business, innovations in smart packaging ...

CJ Biomaterials Expands PHA Offering, Introduces New Semi-Crystalline PHA Biopolymer at NPE 2024

(News | New Products)

May 07, 2024, ... particularly in areas where functional biodegradation is critical. CJ Biomaterials entered the PHA market in 2022 when it introduced PHACT A1000P, its amorphous PHA (aPHA) solution. Compared to scPHA ...

HOW TO: Dual Layer Plasma Release Coatings for Curing Oven Rollers

(HOW TO Guide)

May 02, 2024, ... positions are critical to support and guide the web as it travels through the oven while thermally curing. Any defect or buildup on the roller's surface can create scrap product, especially with sensitive ...

Surface Tension and Wettability

(Surface Prep)

May 01, 2024, ... tension of a substrate is evident; failure to do so can lead to significant time and financial losses, as well as compromises in quality. When relying on dyne testing to provide critical quality control ...

Web Guide 101

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

April 24, 2024, ... are fixed to the machine or floor — think of these as guiding to a fixed point in space. Proper web geometry is critical for these to work properly (see Diagram A), and they always include a shifting exiting ...

Double E Group Releases the Schlumpf Powered Core Plug Handler for the Tissue Industry

(News | New Products)

April 22, 2024, Feature-Packed Core Plug Handler Increases Safety and Productivity Feature-Packed Core Plug Handler Increases Safety and Productivity Photo courtesy of Double E Group The battery-powered Schlumpf ...

Back to the Beach: Global Pouch Forum 2024

(Bag Pouch)

April 21, 2024, The Global Pouch Forum1, produced by Packaging Strategies2, now in its 27th year, is the longest-running flexible packaging event in the industry. By Douglas J. Peckenpaugh, Group Publisher, The Packaging ...

Hong Kong PrintPack Fairs Open in April

(News | New Products)

April 16, 2024, Jointly organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council and CIEC Exhibition Company (HK) Limited, the two PrintPack Fairs will be April 27-30, 2024 at AsiaWorld-Expo Jointly organized by the Hong ...

Tension: The First Thing We Must Get Right

(Coating/Laminating)

April 14, 2024, ... induced troughs may form in open spans. Web breaks may occur during poorly controlled speed changes. High tensions will neck down delicate webs due to Poisson. Proper tension control is critical for coating, ...

Principles of Narrow Web Slitting

(Web Handling)

April 10, 2024, ... of Dietze & Schell Manufacturing, working from South Carolina, reminds us of the three key aspects to analyze: Slit width; Material; and, Diameter. "Modes of rewinding are critical as well," ...

TAPPI & AICC Announce Attendee Registration Opening for SuperCorrExpo® 2024

(News | New Products)

April 09, 2024, Time Tested, Future Forward: Celebrating Corrugated’s Storied Past and Bright Future Time Tested, Future Forward: Celebrating Corrugated’s Storied Past and Bright Future The organizers of SuperCorrExpo® ...

From Insight to Impact: Navigating the Future of Labels and Packaging with Keypoint Intelligence’s Jeff Wettersten at Bobst’s Open House

(News | New Products)

April 08, 2024, Keypoint Intelligence proudly announces that its Vice President of the Labels and Packaging Printing Advisory Service, Jeff Wettersten Keypoint Intelligence proudly announces that its Vice President ...

Tension: The First Thing We Must Get Right

(Converting Expert)

April 08, 2024, ... Web breaks may occur during poorly controlled speed changes. High tensions will neck down delicate webs due to Poisson. Proper tension control is critical for coating, laminating, slitting and winding.  ...