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Common Laminating Techniques & Associated Adhesives

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

July 10, 2016, ... juice cartons) Extrusion Lamination EVA Bonding PE to PVC Extrusion Lamination Acid-containing adhesive: EAA or EMAA Ionomers Terpolymers of ethylene, acid and acrylate (e.g., ...

Clear Lam Launches Lightweight Packaging Materials

(Bag Pouch)

July 05, 2016, ... that deliver convenience, portability, and maximize on-shelf merchandising. Highlighted at the International Dairy-Deli-Bakery Assn. Expo in Houston, TX, June 5-7, Clear Lam introduced new flexible polyethylene ...

Dow Adds Barrier to Recycling Technology

(Bag Pouch)

June 18, 2016, ... Technology, said to enable the recyclability of polyethylene-based barrier packaging as part of existing grocery store drop-off recycling programs. Created through collaboration with the Sustainable ...

Common Barrier Packaging Polymers—Their Functions & Applications

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

June 05, 2016, ...  Functions in Multilayers Applications Polyethylene (PE) Heat-sealable food contact layer Moisture barrier Can be combined with gas/aroma barriers (e.g., PA, EVOH) Breathable packaging ...

RKW Sweden Films Suited for Food Packaging

(Flexpack)

June 05, 2016, ... can be used as an aluminum-free wrap for butter, providing excellent barrier properties and improved tear resistance.  FPO is made from the polymers polypropylene (PP) and polyethylene (PE), to ...

DuPont Announces 2016 Award Winners

(Flexpack)

June 05, 2016, ... this year’s winners show how collaboration, innovation, and packaging excellence converge to generate game-changing solutions that positively impact our lives,” says Dale Outhous, VP of DuPont Ethylene ...

Flexible Packaging | Mondi Jackson Invests to Maintain Innovation

(Bag Pouch)

May 09, 2016, ... Jackson extrudes much of its own polyethylene, the business is always on the lookout for trading partners of foils and films. “Our plants produce several million bags and pouches annually for some of ...

3M Announces Tapes for Splicing & Mounting

(News | New Products)

May 06, 2016, ... and reliable splitting mechanism and specially designed adhesive for a variety of surfaces—including polyethylene, polyester, and aluminum foil—enabling print managers to minimize breaks and achieve consistent ...

Sticking With It | Selecting the Right Adhesive for the Job

(Coating/Laminating)

May 05, 2016, ... to a smooth surface polyethylene film as the adhesive must flow into the nooks and crannies to create a strong bond. Does the product have to stick immediately or will it have time to wet out on the surface ...

Fraser to Showcase Anti-Static Equipment

(News | New Products)

May 01, 2016, ... says. Its certification has been extended to include ethylene, MEK, and other group IIB gases. Reportedly, ATEX certified static eliminators allow the customer not only to run machines with greater safety ...

Show Preview | Focus on Industrial Printing at drupa 2016

(Print)

April 28, 2016, ... to include ethylene, MEK, and other group IIB gases. Also introducing NEOS static eliminators that monitor the charge in the material and emit the right level and balance of ions to neutralize the charge.  ...

ExxonMobil Launches Performance Polymer

(Flexpack)

April 24, 2016, Exceed XP for liquid and food packaging is said to produce high-integrity film and allow converters to tailor formulations HOUSTON TX | ExxonMobil is expanding its slate of polyethylene products with ...

HP Doubles Production Speed with Indigo 8000 Digital Label Press

(Label/Tape)

March 29, 2016, ... any brand color in minutes. Next-level flexible packaging options The HP Indigo 20000 Digital Press now features an upgrade package that enables: Compatibility with new substrates, such as polyethylene ...

AIMCAL Awards | Toothpaste Carton Is 'Touching' Winne

(Coating/Laminating)

March 16, 2016, ... biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate/paper/heat-seal coating. IML Decoration Is a "10" In the Packaging: Healthcare, Cosmetics and Toiletries Category, Celplast Metallized Products, Toronto, ...

Dow and Nordmeccanica Collaborate

(Coating/Laminating)

February 28, 2016, ... through our polyethylene and specialty resin offerings,” says Greg Bunker, Dow’s global business director for Adhesives for Packaging, Textiles and Hygiene. “It truly builds on Dow’s tradition of collaboration ...

Carestream Contract Manufacturing Adds Capabilities

(Coating/Laminating)

January 26, 2016, ... tapes, and patches; cast film membranes for batteries, fuel cells, and haptics/touch sensors; and more. • Expanded hardcoat services for hard coating polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and other substrates, ...

Ceresana Issues Study on Bags and Sacks

(Bag Pouch)

January 26, 2016, Polyethylene is the most commonly used material in bags and sacks, but there are differences around the world CONSTANCE, GERMANY | Market research institute Ceresana has issued a study on bags and ...

Scapa Improves Capacity at Renfrew Site

(Label/Tape)

January 17, 2016, ... term ability to respond to fluctuations in product demand. This project entailed a significant upgrade of equipment related to the calendar, polyethylene extruder, and ancillary equipment used in the manufacture ...

Readers Choice | Top 10 New Products of 2015

(Flexpack)

December 01, 2015, ... opportunities for food and non-food packaging applications.     Avery Dennison Bio-Based PE Film Avery Dennison, Oegstgeest, Netherlands, launched two bio-based polyethylene label films with a ...

Avery Dennison Announces Bio-Based PE Film

(Materials)

November 21, 2015, The polyethylene label films include more than 80% renewable content and are said to offer performance and recyclability OEGSTGEEST, THE NETHERLANDS | Avery Dennison recently launched two bio-based ...