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Web Considerations for Today’s Flexible Packaging

(News | New Products)

May 16, 2021, ... type of web spreader in each of these areas is imperative, especially for high-speed production of thinner packaging materials. Multiple web spreader designs exist, so make your selection based on the ...

Mondi’s New Recycled Containerboard Machine in Slovakia Delivers Win-Win Solution For Environmentally-Conscious Customers

(News | New Products)

May 12, 2021, ... circulation and reducing its own greenhouse gas emissions in line with science-based targets are a key focus of MAP2030, Mondi’s 10-year Action Plan on sustainability. Technical details Two Kraft ...

New Bopp Film With Improved Thermal Resistance

(News | New Products)

May 11, 2021, ... solution.” “CHS will help our customer on the journey towards developing new structures based on mono-materials for better and more efficient recycling in the future,” he added. CHS, like many other ...

New Study Confirms Environmental Benefits of Using Pouches for Some Food Products

(News | New Products)

May 04, 2021, ... by Flexible Packaging Europe, was conducted by the ifeu institute in Heidelberg, Germany using a life cycle assessment (LCA) approach. It was based on the market situation in Europe in 2020. Alternative ...

Leapin’ Lizards Labels Expands Printing Capabilities with Third Epson SurePress Digital Label Press Installation

(News | New Products)

May 04, 2021, ... Epson’s industrial-quality inks are durable, water-based, resin-coated pigment inks provide superior adhesion, plus water and abrasion resistance on most substrates. “We have had a great experience ...

Antibacterial Laminates: A Line of Defense Against the Spread of Germs

(Film)

May 02, 2021, ... their antiseptic properties. New organic-based materials have also shown to be lethal to various bacteria. In April, Nobelus released two laminates which are engineered to provide long-lasting antibacterial ...

The Value of Specialised Experience

(News | New Products)

April 26, 2021, ... been in ink, which used to be mainly solvent-based but now converters and their customers are looking for ‘greener’ options and this has seen a large uptake in water-based technology, both inks and lacquers.  ...

Achieving Durable Codes in the Toughest of Conditions

(Coating/Laminating)

April 21, 2021, ... surfaces as its principle is to remove the first layer of color on the product, revealing a second layer. A fiber laser is often needed for light-colored film as its principle is based on a thermochemical ...

Twin Rivers Addresses Food Safety Concerns with Expanded EcoBarrier PFAS-Free Packaging Paper Offering

(News | New Products)

April 19, 2021, ... North American chemical companies are voluntarily ceasing production fluorochemical-based grease-proofing agents,” said Rachel Van Wychen, director of packaging, Twin Rivers. “As papermakers, we’ve dedicated ...

CMG Plastics Expands High-Speed in-Mold Labeling Resources

(News | New Products)

April 19, 2021, ... The newest IML line is the fourth to be installed at the company’s NJ-based facility. One significant benefit is that IML reportedly yields a 100 percent recyclable package, eliminating the need to ...

MAX International Converters, Inc. & MAXStick Products introduces MAXStick PlusD Colors

(News | New Products)

April 01, 2021, ... on the long success of the 55gsm MAXStick® SideEdge Colors product line, MAXStick PlusD Colors will be offered as a 74gsm base direct thermal liner-free label in several widths and roll lengths to accommodate ...

In the Spotlight: IMS Technologies Q&A

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

March 29, 2021, ... faster than expected. Furthermore, converters must evaluate the OEM based on their reputation in the industry, company strength, local service, references, etc. IMS TECHNOLOGIES has a 170 years’ history ...

Transparent, Certified Renewable Content, Carbon Neutral Packaging Film

(News | New Products)

March 25, 2021, ... performance matches that of the fossil-based equivalent so can be used in both high-speed horizontal flow-wrap and overwrap applications. The film is also fully food contact compliant. “With a growing ...

Wausau Coated Products Acquires Brandywine Drumlabels

(News | New Products)

March 11, 2021, ... label materials and custom coating technologies is pleased to announce it has acquired Pennsylvania-based Brandywine Drumlabels, LLC. effective December 30, 2020. Brandywine Drumlabels, a sales and distribution ...

Ink Raises Standard of Continuous Inkjet Coding for Fast-Moving Consumer Goods

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March 03, 2021, ... Paired with the company’s flagship 9450 coder, the EB588 ink sets the new standard for FMCG inkjet coding. MEK-based inks generate Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) emissions, contributors to greenhouse ...

The Back Page: Taking it back 64 years

(The Back Page)

February 17, 2021, ... with base flexible materials in rolls, packaging machines form, fill and seal pouches (or packets as they are also called) automatically. The result is savings in time and labor to the product manufacturer. ...

New Generation of H.B. Fuller Swift tak Adhesives Enables Growing Demand for Paper Straws

(News | New Products)

February 10, 2021, ... for the benefit of people and the planet. With this in mind, a multidisciplinary team of its scientists have developed Swift tak 5730 water-based adhesive to further advance the paper straw industry. This ...

Avery Dennison Performance Tapes Issues Bonding Study With Rogers Poron Industrial Polyurethanes

(News | New Products)

February 07, 2021, ... to select the right adhesive for the material and application. “The purpose of the study is to use our technical expertise and testing facilities to simplify the process of choosing adhesives based on ...

Spinnaker Coating Expands BS5609 Product Line

(News | New Products)

February 03, 2021, ... market today.” It is BS5609 Part 2 and Part 3 approved, and provides exceptional printability via flexo and water-based inkjet platforms. “BS5609 approved products are an important part of our portfolio ...

Lundberg Tech Eliminates Dust with Automated Cleaning Efficiency (ACE)

(News | New Products)

January 31, 2021, ... Tech has introduced the WasteTech Automated Cleaning Efficiency (ACE) trim and label waste removal system. Based on the company's signature WasteTech All-In-One trim removal system, the WasteTech ACE ...