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Universal Converting Equipment Expands Coating Range

(Coating/Laminating)

April 16, 2016, ... machines, we are able to offer increased quality and output. Precise control of tension is essential for the production of high quality finished rolls. The remote diagnostic system allows us to see the ...

Appleton Mfg. Division Adds to Safe-Slab Line

(News | New Products)

April 09, 2016, ... Roll Safe-Slab was originally designed and released for sale as the Slabber XLA in the spring of 2013. After several additional installations and refinements, it has been folded into company’s Safe-Slab ...

Scodix Press Enhances Folding Cartons

(Carton Box)

April 08, 2016, ... converters to add value to products, when there’s often little scope to do this elsewhere in the converting process. As average run lengths decrease, [our] digital enhancement presses—with no tooling costs ...

WS Packaging Group Launches In-House UL Lab

(Controls)

April 02, 2016, ... understanding of UL recognition,” Jewett says. “It allows both companies to provide invaluable support and collaboration on new UL concepts. This will speed the material creation process and increase business ...

Esko Launches Updated Software Solutions

(News | New Products)

April 02, 2016, ... shorter learning curves, faster time to market, and increased productivity,” says Bernard Zwaenepoel, Esko senior VP Software. “With the release of Esko Software Platform, [we] have demonstrated our commitment ...

Bar Code Labels | Addressing Variability With Enterprise Labeling

(Label/Tape)

March 31, 2016, ... case, has labels pre-built. This obviously involves a significant amount of time and effort. So, the impact of variability is significant on a business. It can mean increased cost, and it can mean a ...

CardPak Installs Penta Die Board Laser from AdamsTech

(Carton Box)

March 30, 2016, ... packaging provider CardPak. AdamsTech says this is the third installation of its kind in the past six months, with more in the works. CardPak reports it is very pleased with the installation of the laser ...

Coating | Solution Delivery for High-Precision Coating, Pt. 2

(Coating/Laminating)

March 21, 2016, ... in crossweb position. In that case, the mixer’s power or speed may need to be increased. It’s a good idea to review the data provided by the mixer manufacturer as guidelines; usually you will have to experiment ...

CCL Industries Acquiring Checkpoint Systems

(News | New Products)

March 07, 2016, ... and apparel industry. We are very pleased to welcome their deeply experienced people to CCL where they will continue to focus on this important industry for emerging 'smart label' technologies." CCL intends ...

Nordmeccanica and Hydro Demonstrate Benefits of Thin Foil

(Coating/Laminating)

March 07, 2016, ... thin foil with ease. Nordmeccanica says the outcome of the workshop was the confirmation that thin foil, manufactured in the proper alloy and respecting proper quality standards, is safe to be used on ...

Lake Image Systems Debuts Roll Inspector

(News | New Products)

March 04, 2016, The Discovery Roll Inspector is said to provide 100% print quality assurance with ease and speed HENRIETTA, NY | Lake Image Systems, a supplier of variable data integrity and print quality inspection ...

Constantia Flexibles Adds Capacity in Spain

(Flexpack)

March 02, 2016, ... sites in Spain. “This investment not only increases operational efficiency due to its focus on short-run batches but also underlines our clear commitment to provide the best product and service to our ...

Static Beat | How To Solve Static Problems Quickly

(Surface Prep)

February 23, 2016, ... should be improved or restored to the designed performance. Finally, static causes product quality problems. Sparks can damage printed images and thin coated layers such as release coatings. And, static ...

Innovation for Solving Problems

(Innovation Station)

February 18, 2016, ... I’ve seen small, incremental changes in products that are remarkable and increase usability and productivity. And I’ve experienced the fun of exploring new products due to breakthrough technology that ...

Coating Matters | Clean Coating and Fluid Preparation

(Coating/Laminating)

February 15, 2016, ... (to increase the vapor pressure and have the air rise faster), or avoid spaces where air can enter the system. So once air is in the system, how can the bubbles be removed? This is described by Stoke’s ...

Poligal Adds BOBST Metallizer, Joins AlOx Conversion Project

(Coating/Laminating)

February 10, 2016, ... In Spain and Portugal, the company provides flexible film solutions for consumer products and industrial applications. Capacity will increase this year to 100.000 tonnes/yr with a new production plant ...

Coating | Solution Delivery for High-Precision Coating, Pt. 1

(Coating/Laminating)

February 08, 2016, ... assets. Throughout his previous six-year tenure managing manufacturing operations at Carestream Health Colorado, Arndorfer increased profit and led step change improvements in safety, quality, and delivery. ...

Domino Digital Label Press at Work in UK

(Label/Tape)

February 02, 2016, ... label press was able to address three key requirements for them. Ease of operation was crucial, as Charapak was venturing into a new market and so required a system that was easy to operate and understand. ...

Titan Slitter Added at TC Transcontinental Packaging

(News | New Products)

February 01, 2016, ... digital media and employs more than 8,000 employees. As part of an expansion plan to meet increased demand for its flexible packaging solutions, a new SR800 slitter/rewinder from Titan was added to the ...

Show Preview | FTA’s 2016 Forum and INFO*FLEX

(Print)

February 01, 2016, ... a highly compressible surface that reduces press bounce and allows printers to increase press speeds as much as 30% to 80%. Also showing inks and coating for flexo printing.   GMG (Booth 618) will ...