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Sustainability and the eCommerce Explosion

(Adhesives)

November 13, 2020, ... a number of challenges during the processing of recycled paper. Perhaps the largest problem is also the smallest element. During processing, pressure-sensitive adhesives combined with recycled paper can ...

Nu-Coat chooses Vetaphone Corona for pioneering UV coating line

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November 08, 2020, ... with no compromise in its performance.  And, we recycle everything we can!” At a time when environmentalists believe the world is at a tipping point with regard to pollution, it’s companies like Nu-Coat ...

Machine Engineering to Address the Needs of Emerging Flexible Films

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October 27, 2020, ... recently developed packaging films that have structures which are easier to recycle, commonly known as “mono” materials. While this is a major win for the flexible packaging industry in terms of sustainability, ...

Prairie State Group Becomes the First Flexible Packaging Printer in North America to Implement CERM

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October 27, 2020, ... a better follow-up of the proofing cycle, and automation and integration with Automation Engine from Esko. A machine counter system provides enhanced inventory accuracy of raw materials. CERM also gives ...

Avery Dennison Launches Matrix Recycling Program With Roadrunner Recycling

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September 23, 2020, ... knowledge base that enhances the performance of the machine learning algorithms as more material is recycled. The program will also explore alternatives to waste-to-energy for recycled matrix waste. The ...

Mondi Partners With SalzburgMilch and SPAR to Reduce Plastic Waste From Food Packaging

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September 20, 2020, ... the paper fully recycled across Europe, this is a big step for us with waste streams differing vastly across regions,” said Marko Schuster, COO, Mondi Functional Paper & Films. For more information, ...

Efficiency in Winding and Unwinding

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September 13, 2020, ... for operations; Minimize preparation time for quicker cycles; consider tapeless transfer designs; and Match the type of cutting blade with the substrate being processed for the winder (a knife for ...

Associated Labels and Packaging Installs Hudson-Sharp’s Ares 400-SUP

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September 13, 2020, ... the installation of its Ares 400-SUP. This marks the first installation of Hudson-Sharp’s newest pouch machine. Providing quick changeovers, the Ares 400-SUP reportedly delivers recycle-ready structures ...

Bobst Brings Gravure Printing for Flexible Packaging Into the Digital World With oneECG Extended Color Gamut Gravure Technology

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September 13, 2020, ... print cycles even for shorter print runs, with greatly reduced time to market; Possibility to make a series of job variants share the same engraved print cylinders; Less cylinders and Pantone color ...

Shurtape Brand HP 535 Hot Melt Packaging Tape

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August 31, 2020, ... heavy duty packaging tape specifically formulated for sealing recycled corrugated cartons, including 100 percent recycled corrugated cardboard. HP 535 hot melt packaging tape reportedly offers one of ...

Exploring New Options in More Sustainable Packaging Formulations

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August 30, 2020, ... and short-duration food-service packages, this fossil-based liquid barrier does not recycle easily, creating a source of potential plastic contamination. Solenis has developed water-based dispersions that ...

Amcor Joins U.S. Plastics Pact to Advance Circular Economy Goals in the United States

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August 30, 2020, ... Rigid Packaging. “We are already working with customers to increase recycled materials in packaging and increase recycling rates worldwide. The goals of the U.S. Plastics Pact are closely aligned with ...

Hazen Paper Pioneers Two-Sided Sub-Micron Custom Holography

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August 16, 2020, ... Envirofoil uses less than 1 percent of the aluminum of traditional foil laminate and a recycled film carrier, and is repulpable as paper after de-inking. It was offset-printed using UV-cure inks by AM ...

Avery Dennison First to Certify BOPP Films for HDPE Recycling Under APR Guidance

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July 29, 2020, ... that its Clear Biaxially Oriented Polypropylene (BOPP) film portfolio has been certified to comply with the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) Critical Guidance Protocol for HDPE recycling. The ...

Terphane Barrier Films Improve Shelf Life

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July 29, 2020, Terphane is proactively addressing the demands of the food industry with its barrier films to improve shelf life and help to guarantee product safety. Terphane is proactively addressing the demands ...

Plastics, Packaging and the Environment

(Flexpack)

June 29, 2020, ... that continue even three decades later. Recycling The most popular, logical and seemingly practical method for handling plastics is to recycle them after use, turning a used package into another useful ...

Be Part of the Circular Economy by Opting for Cortec® Recyclable Moisture-Barrier Paper and Linerboard

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April 28, 2020, ... be recycled through normal channels. Due to its strong emphasis on developing non-hazardous, environmentally friendly options for packaging and/or corrosion protection, Cortec® Corporation has been able ...

BOBST Launches NOVA SX 550 LAMINATOR

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April 27, 2020, ... and 5 minutes to complete a fully automatic washing cycle. In addition, NOVA SX 550 LAMINATOR does not require foundations. It is a plug  and play installation that can be completed in just one week. ...

Plastics, Packaging and the Environment

(Flexography)

April 22, 2020, ... even three decades later. Recycling The most popular, logical, and seemingly practical method for handling plastics is to recycle them after use, turning a used package into another useful consumer ...

Mitsubishi Electric Automation, Inc. Releases MELSERVO-J5 Series of Servo Products

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April 21, 2020, ... function, multi axes servo amplifiers, expanded predictive maintenance capabilities powered by Mitsubishi Electric’s Maisart AI technology, a 31.25μs communication cycle time, multi-network capability ...