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Sustainability: A Journey Through Coating and Lamination Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

June 19, 2024, ... industry has had positive impacts on nature, developing technologies to reduce energy use in the packaging cycle, the overall carbon footprint and waste of food products (the largest contributor to solid ...

Beontag Publishes 2023 ESG Report Reinforcing Role as Sustainability Enabler

(News | New Products)

June 17, 2024, ... shows a 35% reduction in carbon footprint, 33% reduction in water consumption throughout the label’s entire life cycle, as well as a 38% reduction in post-consumer waste. Practical product innovations ...

Demand Increasing for PCR Plastics: How Recycled PE supports Sustainable Packaging Solutions

(Flexpack)

June 13, 2024, ... adjustments with the rPE manufacturer that are needed to incorporate recycled materials are worth the time and effort. Recycled resins help companies reach decarbonization goals by reducing energy consumption ...

Obtaining Barriers When Coating and Printing Flexible Materials

(Bag Pouch)

June 09, 2024, ... the form of polyethylene terephthalate (PET) provides good gas, aroma and moisture resistance making it suitable for carbonated soft drink bottles, snack food wrappers and much more besides. Flexible ...

Paper Mills Forge Ahead with Speedy Delivery of High-Quality Parts

(Web Handling)

June 02, 2024, ... flats, hexes, rounds, plates and custom shapes. Carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, nickel, titanium and aluminum are among the materials used for forging. These forgings meet rigorous industry ...

Drupa Cube to Feature More than 50 Sessions Global Economist Opens High-profile Program

(News | New Products)

May 12, 2024, ... Marketing & Communication Manager Flexible Packaging at Bobst; and, Kellie Northwood, CEO of Australian Visual Media Association.  Circular economy and sustainability: From carbon footprint to environmental ...

Creating a Circular Packaging Value Chain: How collaboration with suppliers helps converters meet brand owner demands

(News | New Products)

April 28, 2024, ... flexible packaging formats like bags and pouches are under intense scrutiny due to their historically low recycling rates. However, their material efficiency and low carbon footprint compared to other ...

Why Cleaning is a Must in the Flexo Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Printing)

April 28, 2024, ... the physical properties of the roll or inner anilox sleeve. The blasting method utilizes sodium bicarbonate to penetrate ink inside the anilox cells. The powder residues can be removed with water. This ...

Web Guide 101

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

April 24, 2024, ... and minimizing waste, web guides pave the way for increased profitability and reducing your carbon footprint. Two important goals for any manufacturer in our world today. About the Author Jason Vanderpoel ...

Double E Group Releases the Schlumpf Powered Core Plug Handler for the Tissue Industry

(News | New Products)

April 22, 2024, ... industry innovator since 1972, Double E Group is a global supplier of high-performance converting equipment. From their legendary core chucks, safety chucks, carbon fiber shafts and other equipment the ...

Innovation in Extrusion Barriers Can Reduce Brand Owners’ Dependence on Plastic

(Coating/Laminating)

April 17, 2024, ... size convenience. However, those functional benefits and affordability are overshadowed by the negative sustainability impacts of plastic packaging, which have a larger carbon footprint and far lower ...

Metsä Group starts pre-engineering project for Muoto™ wood fiber packaging products

(News | New Products)

April 09, 2024, ... low-carbon footprint products would be ready to be shipped to end customers as such. In addition to being easy to mould into different shapes, Muoto is lightweight, strong, and recyclable. The first usage ...

Recyclability & Circularity Consumers Support Sustainable Brand Packaging

(Print)

April 08, 2024, ... and speed than ever before, but with reduced impact on the natural world. The push comes from consumers, who are demanding brands play their part in a low-carbon world, legislation that puts sustainability ...

FACER’s Managing Director Discusses Future of Cartonboard Packaging

(News | New Products)

April 01, 2024, ... creative-led innovation. We did an MBO in late 2022, and since then we’ve become FSC-accredited, World Land Trust and Carbon Neutral certified, we’re a CEDEX member, and we pay the living wage. We’re very ...

Exploring the Advantages of Digital Die Cutting for Converters

(Slit)

March 27, 2024, ... to trickle down.” Sustainability Reducing carbon emissions, waste and the quantity of material used are imperative in modern business today, demanded by consumers and brands alike. Linney in the UK ...

AccuTec, Inc. Introduces the Next Generation of High-Performance Razor Slitting Blades

(News | New Products)

March 26, 2024, ... frequent blade changes and enhancing operational efficiency. Tier 1: AccuTec PRO Blades – Precision-Cut Carbon Steel Slotted Razor Blades - A heavy-duty blued blade and a low drag blade equipped with ...

Clariant to Showcase Sustainably-evolved Coatings at American Coatings Show 2024

(News | New Products)

March 04, 2024, ... Gold-level Material Health and "OK compost INDUSTRIAL" certificates and has a renewable carbon index (RCI) of at least 98%. Clariant has world-leading expertise in providing solutions for the paint ...

Finish Thompson Inc. Highlights DB10 Sealless Plastic Centrifugal Pumps for Pulp and Paper Applications

(News | New Products)

February 23, 2024, ... the best efficiency of any pump in its class and can run dry for hours without damage, when equipped with a carbon bushing. For pulp and paper applications, the DB10 helps load/unload chemicals from ...

Reducing Waste in the Production Line

(Surface Prep)

February 11, 2024, ... line, to ultimately avoid increasing carbon footprints and damaging reputation. It is also important to remember that there is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, you must seek a tailor-made solution, ...

Impressive lineup for drupa cube

(Upcoming Conference News)

February 01, 2024, ... Entertain and Educate.” Why print is more important than ever in the digital age? Why don’t consumers always see print products as sustainable? And how can you calculate your carbon footprint? These ...