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EFI Jetrion 4900 UV Inkjet Digital Label Press Offers In-Line Laser Finishing
- Published: November 22, 2011
The Jetrion 4900 UV inkjet digital label press from EFI offers high quality with in-line laser finishing that's reportedly suited for more efficient and profitable short-runs.
New East Coast Facility Planned for Core Systems Intl.
- Published: November 21, 2011
Core Systems Intl. is expanding its core cutting and core handling equipment operation to the Lehigh Valley, PA, area.
Brand Owners Can Assess Strategy To Include Digital Print Commercialization
- Published: November 21, 2011
"Digital Print: Commercialization Assessment Report" by Karstedt Partners, LLC, offers brand owners the tools to determine how to respond to the challenges of "new shoppers."
Two MOCON Products Bundled for Easier Barrier Testing
- Published: November 18, 2011
MOCON is "bundling" two of its entry-level, stand-alone, transmission rate units to enable what it says is a more cost-effective entry.
ODVA White Paper Offers Tools to Optimize Machinery Integration
- Published: November 18, 2011
ODVA, a global association of automation companies, announces a new white paper, Optimization of Machine Integration (OMI), which outlines a strategic vision for an open and interoperable communication framework in the industrial sector.
In-Line-Produced Embossed Hologram Lauded with IHMA Award
- Published: November 17, 2011
The Intl. Hologram Mfrs. Assn. (IHMA) announces the winner in the Innovation in Holographic Technology category at the association's 2011 edition of the 19th annual Excellence Holography Awards.
Antistatic & Cleanroom Swabs Are Free of Organic Contaminants
- Published: November 17, 2011
Cleanmo Cleanroom and ESD Swabs are claimed a good substitute for other low particulate cleanroom wipes.
Atlas Offers New Titan SR9-DT Dual-Turret Slitter/Rewinder
- Published: November 16, 2011
Atlas Converting Equipment Ltd. (UK) launched the Titan SR9-DT dual-turret slitter/rewinder technology at ICE Europe 2011 in Munich, Germany.
Awards Honor Printing Produced on Diversity of HP Print Process Systems
- Published: November 16, 2011
HP is calling for entries for its first worldwide HP Print Excellence Awards recognizing graphic arts printing produced on HP Designet, Indigo, Inkjet Web Press, and Scitex systems.
Inwork Installs Decorative Coating Process at Breit Center
- Published: November 14, 2011
Breit Technologies and Sterling Toggle/Foiltone have installed a table top Cast and Cure unit exclusively at the Inwork Innovation Center in Garnerville, NY.
Green Bay Packaging Offers Label Stock That Dissolves
- Published: November 14, 2011
The Coated Products Operations of Green Bay Packaging offers dissolvable label stock that washes away under running water.
100% R-PET Containers To Offer Sustainable Packaging Solutions in No. America
- Published: November 11, 2011
A strategic agreement has been approved between Royal Interpack Co. of Thailand and Texas-based Worldwide Plastics Co. for selling sustainable packaging solutions to the North American market.
Webex Lowers Weight of Large Steel Rollers
- Published: November 11, 2011
Webex reports its spoked headers used on steel and stainless steel rollers over 24 in. in dia can lighten roller weight significantly while retaining the strength and performance parameters of a conventional roller design.
ASPAPEL Report Looks at Sustainability in the Spanish Paper Sector
- Published: November 10, 2011
The new Pulp & Paper Sector's Sustainability Report published by ASPAPEL (The Spanish Pulp and Paper Producers Assn.) takes a stance in favor of the bio-economy, the low-carbon economy based on the efficient use of natural resources.
PTI Calculator for PET Blends Is Offered as Free App
- Published: November 09, 2011
Plastic Technologies Inc. (PTI) has launched a new free app that calculates the intrinsic viscosity (IV) of PET resin blends via a two-step process.
P-S Labels Are the Subject of a New AWA Report
- Published: November 09, 2011
AWA Alexander Watson Assoc. has published the Global Pressure-Sensitive Label Market & Technology Review 2011.
Toray Lumirror Multi-Layer PET Ideal for IMD Apps
- Published: November 09, 2011
An advanced manufacturing technology by Toray Plastics (America) has led to the development of Lumirror FA6 PET film, a proprietary, multi-layer polyester (PET) that is said to be ideal for in-mold decorating applications.
CTC Intl. Rewinder Finishes Small Roll Labels
- Published: November 08, 2011
The Model STACRW2-6 automatic turret rewinder from CTC Intl. is said to have everything needed to automatically finish small roll labels without additional unwinding equipment.
New HD Tension Indicator Developed by Montalvo
- Published: November 07, 2011
The Montalvo Corp. has developed a new tension indicator designed to provide accurate and repeatable web tension.
Hot Melt Adhesives Now a Recycling Solution at Channeled Resources
- Published: November 06, 2011
The Channeled Resources Group has added hot melt adhesives to the solutions it offers for recycling and second use of the components of p-s label stocks.
Paperboard Packaging Council Bestows Top Award to Graphic Packaging
- Published: November 04, 2011
Graphic Packaging Intl. (GPI) was named Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) winner of the top Paperboard Package of the Year, Folding Carton Package of the Year, and Innovation Award at its recently held annual meeting held October14 in Orlando, FL.
Screen Printing Added to Color-Logic’s Process Metallic Color System
- Published: November 04, 2011
Color-Logic has broadened its Process Metallic Color System to include screen printing.
Facestock Is APR-Approved for Recycling Thermoform Containers
- Published: November 03, 2011
Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials reports Fasson Direct-Thermal 200HD label facestock with S490 adhesive has been approved by the Assn. Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR) for the recycling of PET thermoform containers.
AIMCAL to Offer Dual Coating Conference in Europe
- Published: November 03, 2011
The Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators (AIMCAL) will hold its first major technical program in Europe, dual web coating and web handling conferences, June 10–15, 2012 , at the Diplomat Hotel in Prague, Czech Republic.
Kabra Gloucester (India) JV Unveils KAGE 5-Layer Film Line
- Published: November 02, 2011
Dunetha-Daman, India, is the site for the new Kabra Gloucester Engineering joint venture with US-based Gloucester Engineering out of Massachusetts.
Double H Plastics’ Cores Available in Reprocessed and Virgin HDPE
- Published: November 01, 2011
Double H Plastics now produces precision, extruded plastic cores in reprocessed as well as virgin HDPE. Sizes offered handle the full range of lengths to 84 in.
Lifting Device from Konecranes is Alternative to Traditional Hoists
- Published: October 31, 2011
Konecranes offers the AirBalancer, a lifting device with a floating load unit, that aids in the picking, lifting, moving, and precise placement of items by hand.
David Bankson Named President of Label Technology
- Published: October 28, 2011
Label Technology Inc. has named David Bankson as its new president. Bankson, VP of research and development, will succeed his father, John Bankson, who will remain as CEO and chairman of the board.
Matteucci Award Recognizes Four Exceptional Presenters at AIMCAL Fall 2011 TechCon
- Published: October 28, 2011
In keeping with tradition, the Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators (AIMCAL), Ft. Mill, SC, recognized exceptional presenters with its coveted Matteucci Award at its annual fall technical conference, this year held on October 23--26 at the Peppermill Resort.
HP Indigo Introduces WS4600 Digital Press
- Published: October 28, 2011
The HP Indigo WS4600 digital press is said to offer a full ecosystem solution for label production.
