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Atmospheric Plasma

(Magazine)

January 31, 2003, Converters of hard-to-treat and thicker substrates will benefit from using an alternative to corona treating—the atmospheric plasma method. Converters of hard-to-treat and thicker substrates will benefit ...

Release Liners: A Worldwide Special ReportEB/UV Curing Drying

(Archive)

October 31, 2002, ... As it relaxes, it gives off the UV light we are looking for. The electrical energy can be applied directly by creating an arc between the two ends of the bulb. Alternatively, it can be used to create microwaves ...

UV-Curable Jet Inks Are We There Yet?

(Magazine)

October 31, 2002, ... a digital printing alternative that can provide excellent product resistance in many packaging applications; but its commercial applications are still to be defined. UV jet inks are here. If you're interested, ...

Release Liners: A Worldwide Special Report

(Archive)

October 31, 2002, ... them to switch. Today, there are plenty of alternatives to the "traditional" self-adhesive laminate: direct print, linerless labels, shrink sleeves, and in-mold. Two of the major technical problems that ...

Products

(Magazine)

September 30, 2002, ... cabinet, and setup and calibration are said to be quick. X-Ray Sensor Alternative to Nucleonic Gauges NDC Infrared Engineering, Irwindale, CA; 626/960-3300; ndcinfrared.com Model 312 X-ray transmission ...

1970 - 1973

(News | New Products)

August 26, 2002, ... of gas-fired ovens and pollution-control systems, the new system can conserve up to 85 percent present energy requirements." Energy Conservation Programs Begin: "Energy crisis alternatives have been ...

Converting Industry News

(Magazine)

June 30, 2002, ... SIG-Presto agreement reportedly will give flexible packagers a wide selection of reclosable styles and technologies from one source. The Easy Snap technology is described as an innovative alternative ...

Need New Equipment or Accessories? NPD Is the Place to Look

(Magazine)

April 30, 2002, ... provides a sound alternative to petrochemical solvents. Sleeve-Type CI Press Is Reliable Nordmeccanica Spa, Piacenza, Italy; +39 (0)523 596411 The Sprintflex sleeve-type CI press features special ...

Cost-Competitive Digital Quality: Learn How at FREE Flexo Forum

(News | New Products)

March 13, 2002, ... it's become difficult to determine if the improved quality is worth the price. Though we are not here to debate the superior quality of digitally exposed plates, we do want to expose you to some alternatives," ...

Re-Assessing, Reacting to Global Situation

(Magazine)

December 31, 2001, ... product identification, self-adhesive labeling remains the preferred technology in Europe, but increasing fmcg (fast-moving consumer goods) manufacturers are evaluating alternatives — particularly shrink-sleeving, ...

The Parts and Performance of WEB CONVECTION DRYERS

(Magazine)

August 31, 2001, ... The drawbacks are significantly higher operating costs and increased noise levels. The initial cost for a paddle wheel fan also is higher. Acoustafoil fans can be an excellent alternative when higher ...

SUBSTRATES REPORT: From Resins to Finished Product - Conformability, Durability, Affordability

(Magazine)

June 30, 2001, ... good printability, die-cuttability, and overall clarity, making it an economical alternative to polyester, especially in the packaging arena. Today, as the glass bottle market continues to evolve, more ...

Division Conference Offers Varied Program

(Magazine)

May 31, 2001, ... and economical alternatives to older-generation polypropylenes or polyethylene in many applications. “Functionalization Of Films Through The Use Of Additives” will examine new materials that help overcome ...

Climate-Change Poker: Bush Calls the Kyoto Bluff

(Magazine)

April 30, 2001, ... that makes sense both environmentally and economically. In April deputy secretary of state Richard Armitage presented alternative guidelines for a new international agreement on climate change. The guidelines ...

Web Handling...Making a Slitter/Winder Upgrade Work for You

(Magazine)

March 31, 2001, ... solid surface rolls in a vacuum chamber. Nip rolls should never be used for tension isolation unless there is no other alternative, because they can damage the web, especially clear webs. Properly designed ...

Products

(Magazine)

December 31, 2000, ... The machine, which has unsupported center winding, comes with alternative slitting systems: a wrapped circular knife shear cut with top and bottom knife shafts, and/or pneumatically operated single top ...

Managing Your Way Through a ''Green'' Futur

(Magazine)

March 31, 2000, ... a fraction of the costs that were required only a few of years ago. The cost savings achieved through use of these programs have come by replacing expensive active treatment alternatives with management ...

Partnering launches future growth in laminations

(Magazine)

August 31, 1996, ... capable of handling materials that, for Chase & Sons, represented newer laminating technology. Searching for Alternatives The converter knew that organic solvent-based adhesive systems were the standard ...

Taking the measure of surface treatment is a learning process

(Magazine)

August 31, 1996, ... tip applicator to establish a uniform thickness of wetting tension solution on the polyolefin sample. An Alternative Emerges The emergence of a new ASTM-certified method of measuring surface energy, ...

A look at the status of UV/EB curing

(Magazine)

June 30, 1996, ... component per unit sold. The panel believes that the cost differences will moderate but will continue to remain higher than most alternative technologies. However, applied costs of UV/EB-curable products ...