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Green Is Global

(Archive)

January 31, 2009, ... volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions increasingly are part of the equation for converters. Petrochemicals feature in every element of the business, from transport and logistics to the manufacture ...

Passing the Torch

(Green Converting)

December 31, 2008, Milwaukee, WI | Anguil Environmental Systems, supplier of air pollution control and VOC abatement equipment, celebrated its 30th anniversary this year, Milwaukee, WI | Anguil Environmental Systems, supplier ...

Color Control

(Label/Tape)

December 31, 2008, ... team.” Static Is an Issue Brombacher notes one of the greatest difficulties in producing sheet-fed film labels is controlling static, which can wreak havoc on its presses and PMC die-cutters. The company ...

Eco Inks

(Inks/Coatings/Primers)

December 31, 2008, ... ways, including their energy usage and the amount of VOCs [volatile organic compounds] they are releasing into the atmosphere, and inks do play a role.” Mike Buystedt, general manager-Midwest for Flint ...

What's New Product

(New Products)

December 31, 2008, Inks Low in VOCs Triumph sheet-fed process inks from Kohl & Madden feature a low-VOC ink technology that is high in renewable raw materials and is said Inks Low in VOCs Triumph sheet-fed process inks ...

What's New Product

(New Products)

November 30, 2008, ... peelability, release, seal strength, and slip. Low-VOC formulations are available. Michelman | 800-333-1723 | www.michem.com PFFC-ASAP 404 Laser Kit Aligns Rolls RollCheck is a visual laser tool ...

Solvent Study Is Here

(Magazine)

November 30, 2008, ... and adhesives work to reduce the VOC content of their products, adds the report. However, opportunities exist in such areas as specialty solvents, environmentally friendly “green solvents,” and conventional ...

Ink Extender Has Green Advantages

(News Eclips)

November 18, 2008, ... including corrugated, the low-VOC solution offers heat resistance, enhanced hold out and re-wet when added to conventional water inks. An FDA direct food compliant version is available. See http://www.inxinternational.com ...

Solvent Study Is Here

(Magazine)

October 31, 2008, ... and adhesives work to reduce the VOC content of their products, adds the report. However, opportunities exist in such areas as specialty solvents, environmentally friendly “green solvents,” and conventional ...

What's New Product

(New Products)

October 31, 2008, ... www.superblue.net PFFC-ASAP 408 Inks Low in VOCs EcoTech process color inks are low in petroleum solvents/VOCs (less than 3% by weight) and rich in renewable vegetable oils (more than 45%). Said to ...

Door to Door QC

(Coating/Laminating)

September 30, 2008, ... kits. Then the products often are drop-shipped to different locations or delivered on a specific schedule to accommodate production requirements. Recovering Heat and VOCs As one of the leaders in using ...

Earth-Friendly Print

(Print)

August 31, 2008, ... inks can be used. We suggest choices of inks that are low in volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and pollutants. We often recommend use of concentrated colorants to enable the printer to use the thinnest ...

New Product Digest

(New Products)

August 31, 2008, ... | 864-486-3000 | www.erhardt-leimer-us.com PFFC-ASAP 432 Screen Inks for Combination Print CombiScreen VOC-free inks, available in Pantone base colors, are said to be ideal for combination printing ...

Dirge for a Plastic Bag?

(Editorial)

July 31, 2008, ... friendly, eco-responsive, or whatever other name this has been called for the last 20 (maybe 40 years). One wonders if anyone really cares once the initial publicity has been obtained by the person vocalizing ...

Antimicrobial Is Permanent, Effective, and Safe

(News Eclips)

July 20, 2008, ... no arsenic, heavy metals, polychlorinated phenols, or VOCs. Recommended for use as a powder additive, the compounder RTP Co. is authorized to supply the anitimicrobial in masterbatch form worldwide, but ...

What's New Product

(New Products)

June 30, 2008, ... no VOCs, heavy metals, arsenic, or polychlorinated phenols. Biosafe | Pittsburgh, PA | 412-770-1302 | www.biosafeinc.com PFFC-ASAP406 Process Plates With Ease The stack-style Orbital X is ...

Multi-Purpose Extrusion Adhesives for Folding Carton Applications

(News Eclips)

June 15, 2008, ... easy- to moderately difficult-to-stick substrates. High pressure (600 cps) VelocityP3 33-711A and low pressure (300 cps) 33-711B are solvent free, low-VOC adhesives with above average heat and cold resistance. ...

ReNew Orange Eco-Friendly Cream

(News Eclips)

June 15, 2008, ... for fast, in-press cleaning of anilox rolls, says the company. Can restore cell volume between deep cleanings and is claimed compatible with all types of inks and coatings. Has no VOCs, is biodegradable, ...

Drupa Tour Covers Digital, Color & Proofing

(News | New Products)

April 09, 2008, ...  Elie Khoury, president of Alwan Color Expertise, Brussels, said the company is a strong advocate of standardized color management solutions. As an ICC member, the company will continue to develop ICC ...

FTC Plans Green Packaging Workshop

(News | New Products)

April 01, 2008, ... January 2008. In response to its request, over 70 comments were submitted to the FTC on the Green Guides. Most commenters supported the review, suggested reviewing claims, and advocated assessing new claims ...