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Avery Dennison Launches Conformable Films

(Label/Tape)

September 26, 2016, ... attributes: Improved esthetics and durability Better ink adhesion, enabling the use of high-intensity inks and high-definition printing Improved productivity Material reduction Greater sustainability. ...

Show Preview | K 2016 To Reveal How Plastics Shape the Future

(Trends/Management)

September 21, 2016, ...      BOBST (Hall 4, A39) will present details of the new BOBST K5 Expert metallizer, which allows users to take advantage of the new AluBond process for advanced metal adhesion technology. Solution ...

Dow Corning Launches Series of PSAs

(Coating/Laminating)

September 18, 2016, ... heat resistance; more stable adhesion and anchorage over time to prevent migration; greater optical clarity (non-yellowing); cleaner removal without residues; and easier repositioning for rework. CONTACT ...

Davis-Standard Extruder Has New Features

(Coating/Laminating)

September 07, 2016, ... feedscrew design, and quick screw exchange (QSE) technology. This extruder is designed for high temperature processes to 300 deg C and those requiring specialty copolymer resins for film, coating, adhesion, ...

Bobst to Introduce Metallizer at Open House

(Coating/Laminating)

September 05, 2016, ... provide high metal adhesion with values to 5N/15 mm and improve surface energy retention through an innovation in the vacuum metallization process. This process will be demonstrated on the new K5 Expert ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2016 Offers Technology in Action

(Label/Tape)

August 08, 2016, ... a CoronaFlex corona treater engineered specifically for narrow web applications - flexo, digital, and converting. Treaters integrate with all OEM systems to improve ink and coating adhesion.     Epson ...

Sun Chemical Opens Coatings Lab

(Coating/Laminating)

August 07, 2016, The new lab will study migration, adhesion, permeability, and other performance-related coating phenomena PARSIPPANY, NJ | Sun Chemical reports the opening of a new coatings lab in its Carlstadt, NJ, ...

Updates from TAPPI, SPI & the Industry

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

August 01, 2016, ... and Ineos reported on adhesion to foils, and much more. I suggest visiting TAPPI’s website to access all the presentations. On the new equipment side, Guardian Mfg. has announced the launch a completely ...

Mactac Adhesives Use Solvent-Free Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

July 31, 2016, ... to the new product series, including excellent optical properties; adhesion performance superior to many traditional solvent acrylics; outstanding solvent, chemical, and plasticizer resistance; UV resistance; ...

Mactac Announces Study of Foam Bonding

(Coating/Laminating)

July 22, 2016, ... details on how to properly pair adhesive with foam substrate for successful adhesion that will meet precise and specific application requirements,” says Janet Page, marketing manager, Mactac Performance ...

Sticking With It | PSAs for Labeling Applications

(Coating/Laminating)

July 11, 2016, ...    MATERIALS The second category of concern is to consider the label stock and liner. Label stock selection from various types of paper to film will be the first challenge for good adhesion. The adhesive ...

Sticking With It | Selecting the Right Adhesive for Your Self-Adhesive Graphic

(Coating/Laminating)

July 11, 2016, ... main adhesion characteristics, softening them to the point where they no longer perform. Water-based and solvent-based acrylics have been developed that are engineered to withstand degradation by these ...

Ashland Announces Two New PSAs

(Coating/Laminating)

June 28, 2016, ... acrylate emulsion delivers high performance with a more environmentally compatible profile than the solvent-based adhesives typically used in permanent tape applications. It is said to provide good adhesion ...

GPA Adds Paper for Double-Thick Applications

(Flexpack)

June 15, 2016, ... It can be die-cut, glued, laminated, UV coated, and foil stamped for customized applications. This sheet’s premium formulation promises superior ink adhesion, exceptional print quality, and beautiful ...

Common Barrier Packaging Polymers—Their Functions & Applications

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

June 05, 2016, ... Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Moisture barrier Adhesion layer (tie layer) for coextrusion of polar (e,g., PA, PET-G) and non-polar (e.g., PE) or BOPP films Modified atmosphere packaging applied as coating ...

Enercon Offers Blown Ion Plasma Technology

(Surface Prep)

May 30, 2016, Blown Ion Plasma Technology is said to improve adhesion for UV/LED applications on conductive and non-conductive surfaces MENOMONEE FALLS, WI | Enercon Industries Corporation offers Blown Ion Plasma ...

Jindal Films Announces New Digital Offerings

(News | New Products)

May 28, 2016, ... line performance, and printability on HP Indigo Digital Presses. Company says converters can print directly onto the surface of the films using electro ink with excellent adhesion, which has a certified ...

Ashland PSA Suited for Electronics Apps

(Coating/Laminating)

May 10, 2016, ... a good balance of adhesion and cohesion as well as good temperature resistance. The adhesive can be used in bonding multiple layers together in electronics applications, where optical clarity, durability, ...

Sticking With It | Selecting the Right Adhesive for the Job

(Coating/Laminating)

May 05, 2016, ... have to be pre-treated to allow for good adhesion? What about the liner? For instance, in ultra-clear applications, use of a film liner is recommended as the adhesive then does not take on the topical ...

Toray BOPP Used for PVdC-Free Lamination

(Flexpack)

May 01, 2016, ... other supplemental materials to promote bond adhesion for laminating to PVdC-coated OPP. Besides those concerns, reports about PVdC-coated films' potential negative long-term effect on the environment ...