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AICC Benefits in Small Bites

(News | New Products)

March 16, 2023, New Podcast: AICC Update New Podcast: AICC Update AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, has launched a new weekly podcast, AICC Update. Each week in less than 5 minutes, members can hear about ...

Understanding Dyne Decay

(Surface Prep)

March 12, 2023, ... the customer was able to choose between spending money on a better product, or incurring the cost of boost treating; or, running the production line much slower. This type of detailed knowledge forms the ...

Quality Control Equals Margin Control

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

February 26, 2023, ... owners that their consistency and quality demands are met and succeeded, run after run. For wide web applications, new data-connected platforms provide comprehensive inspection and defect-tracking solutions, ...

The Path to Sustainable Growth

(News | New Products)

February 07, 2023, ... film to protect the food. A partner who transforms with you. Today’s environment requires more than change. It demands transformation—and a partner who’s willing to transform with you. Sun Chemical, ...

Young, Dumb, & Fearless

(News | New Products)

February 05, 2023, New Breaking Down Boxes Episode Released New Breaking Down Boxes Episode Released Hosts Gene Marino, Executive Vice President, Akers Packaging Service Group, and Joe Morelli, Vice President of Sales ...

Swiss Steel Group amends its Green Steel White Paper

(News | New Products)

January 29, 2023, ... to «Green Steel» they are becoming platforms of technology, experimentation, and innovation whose horizon and impact extend far beyond the steel industry. By reducing their footprint and keeping precise ...

Schattdecor upgrades with innovative inspection and web monitoring systems from BST

(News | New Products)

January 25, 2023, Schattdecor, a family-owned international manufacturer of surface decors, has responded to the increased quality demands of global markets Schattdecor, a family-owned international manufacturer of ...

A Leader in Printing Equipment

(Equipment/Machines - Printing)

January 23, 2023, ... many platforms including labels, folding cartons, wide web packaging and other specialty printing markets. The industry leading 1600x1585 dpi native resolution is one of the highest in the industry and ...

Important Considerations When Choosing an OEM

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

January 01, 2023, ... maintenance and wear parts expenses, etc. Equipment Characteristics Expect Reliability – proof that the equipment performs to promised expectations; produces the product to specifications with acceptable ...

The Versatility of UV Curing

(News | New Products)

December 15, 2022, ... energy. A reaction of this nature creates strong bonds between molecules and drives the creation of long polymer chains. To the observer, UV curing instantly transforms liquid-like materials that are wet-to-the ...

The “5R” Framework

(Coating/Laminating)

December 11, 2022, ... technical strategies and oversees the corresponding innovation and product development programs across all of Sun Chemical’s product lines and technology platforms. To learn more about Sun Chemical’s sustainability ...

A Twisty Road to the Top

(News | New Products)

December 11, 2022, Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Gene Marino, President, Akers Packaging Service Group and AICC Past Board Chair, and Joe Morelli, Vice President ...

Automating the Die-cutting Process for Zero-fault Production

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

November 27, 2022, ... performs. Consequently, brand owners are constantly looking to improve this experience with memorable packaging that stands out, which is driving the trend for inside-outside printing. Sustainability ...

Methods for Closed Loop Coating Thickness Control

(Coating/Laminating)

November 13, 2022, ... substrate. This gap can take several forms including between two rolls or a roll and another metering device such as a knife blade. In certain cases the gap between the two members is used to pre-meter ...

Microhardness Testing Explained: Vickers & Knoop Testing

(Coating/Laminating)

November 06, 2022, ... objective, with a powerful imaging system and an intuitive, feature-rich user interface. The Tru-Blue MicroVT conforms to all international standards, including but not limited to ASTM E834, ASTM E92, ...

Straight Down the Mountain

(News | New Products)

October 25, 2022, Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Gene Marino, President, Akers Packaging Service Group and AICC Past Board Chair, and Joe Morelli, Vice President ...

The Pros and Cons of Flexo vs. Gravure Printing

(Print)

October 16, 2022, ... a certain impression. Both flexo and gravure printing are reliable forms of product marking. However, each has its own benefits and downsides. From print run length to color radiance, the printing method ...

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America Corrugating Machinery Division Launches New Mitsubishi Prefeeder for EVOL at Corrugated Week 2022

(News | New Products)

October 05, 2022, ... access via elevated platforms. Its innovative stop and start wheel feeder provides non-continuous feeding, ensuring optimized alignment and quality control. Top production rate is 300 BPM. Work Instructions ...

Cromex Presents New Act Green® Masterbatches Range with Sustainable Solutions for Plastics at K 2022

(Upcoming Conference News)

September 23, 2022, ... factor for companies that are committed to reducing carbon dioxide emissions. Currently, Cromex transforms around 100,000 tires/month into masterbatches, which means annual savings of around 5,000 t of ...

Monadnock Paper Mills Inc. Welcomes New Senior Sales Rep

(News | New Products)

September 23, 2022, ... territory selling the breadth of the Veritiv offering; and Project Coordinator with Metro Sales, Richfield, MN managing multiple print facilities and print production on narrow and wide format platforms. ...