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Sustainability in Today's Econom

(Packaging Converting)

February 28, 2009, ... for their product. Biopolymers — hailed as the green alternative to fossil-based polymers — has decreased in industrial interest. Problems in application, cost, and performance have raised questions to ...

Lambeau Stadium Hosting Second Annual CONVERTERS EXPO

(News | New Products)

February 05, 2009, Converting Influence is gearing up for its second annual CONVERTERS EXPO, to be held March 5, 2009 at Lambeau Stadium, home of the Green Bay Packers Converting Influence is gearing up for its second annual ...

Second Annual Converters Expo Set for March

(News | New Products)

February 01, 2009, Converting Influence has announced plans for its second annual CONVERTERS EXPO to be held again at Lambeau Stadium, home of the Green Bay Packers Green Bay, WI | Converting Influence has announced plans ...

Conserve Energy

(Archive)

January 31, 2009, ... 2007, p24). Other converting facilities reportedly have partnered with local community landfills to obtain low cost, waste methane gas, which they use to power their boiler systems, thereby reducing greenhouse ...

Experience Speaks: Jason Grossman

(Experience Speaks)

January 31, 2009, ... green became a buzzword, and we've won energy savings awards from Pacific Gas & Electric. Do you have a personal hero? George Washington. He was a man of tremendous courage and conviction. He never ...

Meeting the Sustainability Challenge Without Compromising Barrier Performance

(Archive)

January 28, 2009, ... they become increasingly green conscious and energy policy has become a major political issue. The converting industry and CPGs [consumer packaged goods companies] are critical to sustainability’s success, ...

Narrow Web & Label Reporter

(Magazine)

December 31, 2008, ...  Boise | 630-238-6629 | www.boiseinc.com PFFC-ASAP 317 “Green” Services Eco-friendly services include Fasson Optimum Performance, Fasson EXACT, and Fasson Ready Width. Programs help converters ...

Eco Inks

(Inks/Coatings/Primers)

December 31, 2008, ... In recent interviews conducted by PFFC, ink suppliers cited their efforts in the development of new products and the vital role they can play in helping end-users meet their goals of “going green.”  ...

Cartons Lighten Up

(Carton Box)

November 30, 2008, ... from Bobst, Kohmann window machines, and a Brausse hot foil stamper/embosser. Smith says this equipment is critical to PSI's outstanding quality and quick turnarounds. Lean and Green Most recently, ...

Reduce & Reuse

(Extrusion Coating)

November 30, 2008, ... shelf life. For conventional liquid packaging cartons, the North American market is served by both regional and global suppliers, including Potlatch and Evergreen Packaging. The aseptic packaging arena ...

Endorsements for CMM 2009

(Magazine)

October 31, 2008, ... event worldwide. Converting Influence, Green Bay, WI, an organization created to promote supply chain resources to the paper industry, is a first-time endorser. Returning after a brief hiatus are the ...

Lab/Pilot/Technical Facilities Directory

(Archive)

October 31, 2008, ... accommodating widths from 500 mm/20 in.-2,500 mm/100 in. Kroenert Corp. 6127 Green Bay Rd., Kenosha, WI 53142; 262-925-9595; bdages@kroenert.com; www.kroenert.com Markets | beverages, frozen foods, ...

Kodak Experts Addresses 'Future Trends, Technologies' at Labelexp

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2008, ... the Future track. Session highlights included next steps in label materials, such as paper and film; future trends in label printing; a look at sustainable converting; and how the Green Printing Coalition ...

October Carton & Box Reporter

(Carton Box)

September 30, 2008, ... decrease of greenhouse gas emissions. Reducing overall fiber in corrugated boxes is an important first step for companies looking to become a favored Wal-Mart supplier. Packaging Group Adds Management ...

What's New Product

(Magazine)

September 30, 2008, ... | www.cortegra.com PFFC-ASAP 418 Linen Paper Is Back & It's Green Company has relaunched Beckett Cambric premium linen paper grade with up-to-date environmental attributes, 15 new shades, heavier weights, ...

Sticks to Flexo

(Label/Tape)

August 31, 2008, Jason Grossman, president of Paragon Label Co., laughingly describes his custom wine label converting operation as a very bizarre label company. After Jason Grossman, president of Paragon Label Co., laughingly ...

Weight Reduction

(Archive)

August 31, 2008, Coating Excellence Intl., a supplier of specialty flexible packaging, has made sustainable development an essential element of its business plan — and ultimately its business success — for the past decade ...

New Product Digest

(New Products)

August 31, 2008, ... distortion issues and the need for constant adjustments. Visit booth 1318. INX Intl. Ink Co. | 800-233-INKS | www.inxinternational.com PFFC-ASAP 408 Silicone Liners Are “Green” TEGO RC silicone acrylates ...

PFFC August 2008 People News

(News Clips Archive)

July 31, 2008, Toray Plastics (America), North Kingstown, RI, appoints Richard Schloesser president and chief operating officer. At Contract Converting, Greenville, Toray Plastics (America), North Kingstown, RI, appoints ...

Roll Out the Red Carpet

(Trends/Management)

July 31, 2008, ... Finishing Pavilion, Gather on the Green, and a newly enhanced Smart Label Zone. Roger Pellow, Labelexpo managing director, says, “Labelexpo Americas provides a unique forum for converters in this market ...