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Standing the Test of Time: A Look at PFFC's 75-Year History

Published: September 01, 2002

Expanded Online Version: Things that withstand 75 years certainly deserve to commemorate the anniversary with a glittering, valuable reminder of a hard-earned and fruitful longevity; perhaps that's why the diamond signifies 75 years.

Standing the Test of Time with Paper, Film & Foil CONVERTER

Published: September 01, 2002
In the beginning, there were precious few magazines to rival the editorial coverage of a fledgling The Envelope Industry. The date was March 1927, and

1950s

Published: August 28, 2002
1920s and 1930s 1940s 1960s 1970 - 1973 1974 - 1976 1977 - 1979 1980s 1990 - April 1993 May 1993 - 1994 1995 - 19992000 to present The 1950s...Known as

Our Newest Rivals

Published: August 01, 2002

Squeezed profit margins, downsized print buyers, and single sourcing -- this potent combination is turning general commercial printers into... Our Newest Rivals.

Redefining Plasticizers in Inks and Coatings

Published: July 31, 2002
The dictionary defines plasticizers as any of various substances added to plastics or other materials to keep them soft or pliable. For the purpose of

Creo & KBA Partnership to Continue Digital Printing Development

Published: July 03, 2002
Creo reports it has signed a multi-year contract with Koenig & Bauer (KBA) for on-press thermal imaging technology.

Flexo Fabulous

Published: July 01, 2002

The Flexographic Technical Association presented 127 prizes in its annual Excellence in Flexography Awards Competition. Winners were announced May 5 during the FTA's annual forum, held at the Marriott Wardman Park Hotel in Washington, D.C.

An Envelope-Maker's Primer

Published: July 01, 2002
How to Avoid the Way of the “Buggy Whip”: For today's envelope makers — a niche hugely impacted by electronic communication and plagued by overcapacity—such a primer would serve as a valuable tool.

Mail-Well Unveils Rub-n-Reveal Direct-Mail Envelope Technology

Published: June 18, 2002
Mail-Well, Inc., reports it recently introduced the advertising industry's first invisible interactive direct mail technology. According to the envelope manufacturer, the "Rub-n-Reveal" technology "magically reveals hidden messages, images, or graphics on an envelope when activated by the recipient.

Focus on Crosslinking in Fluid Ink Systems

Published: June 01, 2002
Crosslinkers are an important class of additives ink and coating formulators use to enhance properties. These materials must be selected carefully to

Thriving on Gravure & Location

Published: May 01, 2002
Located in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg (pop. 430,000) Mipa S.A. is the only flex-pack converter in the entire nation. Its plant is comfortably nestled

PLGA Annual Conference News

Published: May 01, 2002

Fifth Conference Proves PLGA Growing Up Quickly

The Good and Bad Sides of Offset Powder

Published: May 01, 2002
Many things in everyday life can be good or bad, depending on circumstance and use. We need food to sustain ourselves, but too much leads to obesity and

The Power of Gravure: GAA Annual Mtg

Published: April 15, 2002
ROCHESTER, NY -- The Gravure Association of America, Inc. (GAA) urges industry professionals to "experience the power" of gravure at its 2002 annual convention

Ipex News: Creo's Workflow Features Enhanced Flexo Features

Published: April 12, 2002
Creo exhibits at Ipex, showcasing various innovations in flexographic printing technology, as well as upgrades in current systems, one of which involves the company's packaging workflow.

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