Critical Trends

Reprographics to Take Fresh Role in Sustainable Packaging Design

(News | New Products)

June 06, 2021, ... packaging,” said Matt Francklow, managing director, Creation. “Significantly, we are seeing a fresh role for reprographics in printers’ sustainability strategies,” he added. “Ahead of critical changes ...

Siegwerk and Idealliance Partner to Offer G7 Training & Certification to Printing Converters and Brands Worldwide

(News | New Products)

June 01, 2021, ... across entire global packaging supply chains,” said Mike Grady, vice president of global partnerships, Idealliance. “G7 Experts and the team at Siegwerk play a critical role helping print suppliers simplify ...

Lombardi Converting Machinery Announces Flexoworld, a Virtual Tradeshow and Multistreaming Event

(Upcoming Conference News)

May 20, 2021, Lombardi Converting Machinery is pleased to announce Flexoworld Lombardi Converting Machinery is pleased to announce Flexoworld, an exciting three-day virtual tradeshow that will explore the world ...

Web Considerations for Today’s Flexible Packaging

(News | New Products)

May 16, 2021, ... by zone. Dry bond lamination lines are an example of how web tension is critical to avoid defects. Before the lamination process, the web materials need to be properly tensioned to closely match the ...

LaserSpeed Pro Enables Converters to Accurately, Reliably Control Web Tension and Realize Value

(News | New Products)

May 09, 2021, ... without making contact. Placing a LaserSpeed Pro encoder at each critical measurement point along the line enables converters to accurately measure the web speed and determine the amount of tension of ...

Smart Moisture Measurement Technology Continually Optimizes Product and Process Quality for Pulp/Paper Processing

(Flexpack)

April 21, 2021, ... where quality is critical.  The quick response time enables faster production line rates with superior moisture measurement.  It has been used in various industrial production lines to test pharmaceuticals, ...

Elevate Packaging Announces the First BPI Certified Compostable Adhesive Label

(News | New Products)

April 06, 2021, ... owners and end-users to identify compostable packaging and reduce compost contamination. “Compostable packaging is critical for businesses and communities looking to divert food scraps, and BPI certification ...

GEW joins virtual drupa: April 20-23

(Upcoming Conference News)

March 24, 2021, UK-based UV curing specialists GEW have announced their participation in next month’s virtual drupa expo, which will be taking place online from April 20-23. UK-based UV curing specialists GEW have ...

Meeting the Demand for Sustainable Packaging through Sustainable Printing

(Adhesives)

March 21, 2021, ... plate-mounting adhesive plays a critical role in the package printing process. However, the traditional approach to printing flexible packaging – employing single-use tape – can result in tons of waste ...

A Brave Independent World: Customers, Creativity, Confidence

(News | New Products)

March 15, 2021, During the AICC Spring Meeting, April 26-28, at the Omni Amelia Island Resort, Amelia Island, FL, speakers will address the challenges of the past year, what's next, and the economic outlook. During ...

Westlab and ProAmpac Deliver Innovative Recyclable Pouch for Bath Salts

(News | New Products)

March 11, 2021, ... Westlab is critical in bringing to market the latest in sustainable flexible packaging innovations. Westlab’s forward-thinking along with ProAmpac’s material-science expertise proves that greener flexible ...

Pregis Announces New Film Converting, Equipment Assembly Facilities to Support Growth of Its Sharp Packaging Systems Brand

(News | New Products)

March 10, 2021, ... goals including output, sealing and puncture resistance. The objective is to deliver bags that performs seamlessly on the company’s bagging equipment. Also critical is the material’s ability to handle ...

Eagle Systems Custom Fits Litho Press with the Largest Cold Foil System in the Industry

(News | New Products)

March 10, 2021, Eagle Systems, Inc., a U.S. based developer and manufacturer of foil enhancement equipment, announced that Litho Press has installed an Eco-Eagle Cold Foil Module on its ManRoland 900 HiPrint press. Eagle ...

Troubleshooting Defects in Extrusion Coating

(Coating)

March 07, 2021, ... or sharkskin.  An experienced eye might know which; a new engineer may not.  Should you add a slip agent or slow the line down? Slowing down will eventually work – but productivity is critical too.  You ...

Maxcess Launches the Tidland PressureMax Airshaft Pressure Monitoring System

(News | New Products)

March 01, 2021, ... 4.0 winding technology, the PressureMax system offers real-time airshaft monitoring and analytics to detect inflation problems before they become critical, reducing downtime and scrap while improving safety. ...

S-OneLP Thermal Laminator Makes Its Way to Australia

(News | New Products)

February 15, 2021, ... markets. The company chose the Cellcoat T-30 thermal laminator to create pouches that require zero cure time. Speed to market, flexible run lengths, high-quality and personalized printing are critical ...

Achieving Fluid Production: Controlling Static and Contamination

(News | New Products)

February 14, 2021, ... have dominated the sector. With its critical presence in modern day life, helping to dramatically reduce food waste and protect products from contamination, flexible packaging’s seamless production and ...

DUNMORE Names Phil LaFata as President

(News | New Products)

February 09, 2021, ... has built a strong foundation of technical capabilities and excellent customer service. This will be critical as we strive to serve new high tech markets that will shape the future of our business,” said ...

Achieving Fluid Production: Controlling Static and Contamination

(News | New Products)

January 27, 2021, ... have dominated the sector. With its critical presence in modern day life, helping to dramatically reduce food waste and protect products from contamination, flexible packaging’s seamless production and ...

Enercon is the Converting Industry’s First Choice for Corona, Plasma & Flame Surface Treating

(Surface Prep)

January 18, 2021, ... And its Artificial Intelligence captures critical system data should a fault ever take place. As the only surface treater manufacturer to offer corona, plasma and flame surface treating, the Enercon ...

Engineered for your Toughest Challenge

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

January 18, 2021, For over 40 years Delta ModTech has been a global leader in web converting and packaging innovation. For over 40 years Delta ModTech has been a global leader in web converting and packaging innovation. ...

ePac Flexible Packaging Continues Explosive Growth; Reduces Customer Lead Time

(News | New Products)

January 17, 2021, ... Dustin Finkel: “Packaging is such a critical part of any CPG brand's success, but small businesses in particular struggle with it because their options to move fast and nimbly with packaging are limited. ...

Avery Dennison’s Full Film Portfolio Receives APR Recognition

(News | New Products)

January 11, 2021, ... Critical Guidance Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials announced its Machine Direction Orientation (MDO) and Polyethylene (PE) films have been recognized to comply with the Association of Plastic ...

In the Spotlight: A Q&A with INDA

(News | New Products)

January 03, 2021, ... and data to enhance decision-making, manage critical issues impacting market sectors, organize events that add program value and connect similar interests, and involvement and provide relevant government ...

Classic Packaging Integrates Sitexco System

(News | New Products)

December 20, 2020, ... goals in its decision. A system that met the FDA requirements for food packaging was critical. The Sitexco System shines with no media, no chemicals, no water and no residue that could contaminate food ...

Building Customer Serrvice Leaders

(News | New Products)

December 20, 2020, ... improvement, lean manufacturing, HR, Safety, and policy development. She builds cross-functional teams, demonstrates exceptional communication, and models critical decision-making skills. As a systems ...

Production Value Left on the Surface of the Roller

(Coatings)

November 29, 2020, ... a result struggle with critical mass challenges in running a business. These struggles often show up in two areas: materials being supplied, and tolerances being achieved. Small suppliers often must substitute ...

HOW TO: Prevent Defects From Reaching Your Customers

(HOW TO Guide)

November 15, 2020, ... of their customers expect any of those flaws to be passed along to them. So locating and accurately marking those sections of web are critical to a process. Material determined to be out of spec must be ...

HOW TO: Request a Converting Equipment Proposal

(HOW TO Guide)

November 15, 2020, ... you will first need to establish the project scope and budget. Because this can be a difficult process, most companies assemble a project team to start gathering and organizing critical information. There ...

Sustainability and the eCommerce Explosion

(Adhesives)

November 13, 2020, The simultaneous progression of eCommerce platforms and the rise of their use is placing new demands on the packaging industry. By Kelli Messer, Marketing Director, Paper & Film at Avery Dennison Label ...