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Crosslinking Agents Can Improve Physical Properties

(Magazine)

September 30, 2001, One of the key areas of ink/coating formulation is the use of crosslinking additives to improve physical resistance properties, such as ink adhesion and One of the key areas of ink/coating formulation ...

VOC-Compliant Inks: What State Are They In?

(Magazine)

September 30, 2001, ... industry for at least two decades are environmental regulations and flexography. As the quality of flexo continues to improve, alternative ink technologies are making their mark in the push to reduce ...

Assessing Inks, Dealing with DigitalThe NPIRI Conference

(Magazine)

December 31, 2000, The National Printing Ink Research Institute (NPIRI) held its 44th Technical Conference in October in Pine Mountain, GA. The well-attended event included The National Printing Ink Research Institute (NPIRI) ...

Estimating the Drying Rate of Flexo Ink in the Laboratory

(Magazine)

September 30, 2000, One reason the drying rate of flexo inks has become an important subject is the general trend toward the use of thinner ink films. In the narrow web sector, One reason the drying rate of flexo inks has ...

What Is the Role of Additives in Water-Based Inks?

(Magazine)

August 31, 2000, The performance of water-based inks in flexographic printing is, to a large degree, based on additives that are incorporated into the ink to optimize The performance of water-based inks in flexographic ...

Temperature control helps ink customers optimize performance.

(Magazine)

November 30, 1996, ... an industry leader in the manufacture of high quality printing inks. Since the company was founded more than 150 years ago, it has maintained this position through research and technical facilities in ...

Computerized dispensing provides ink management

(Magazine)

March 31, 1995, ... had broken a new record, creating more than 500 different colors in one 24-hr. period - one new ink every 2.8 min. Better yet, each of those colors was formulated with three quarters recycled material, ...

Mis-Steps to Avoid When Performing a Dyne Test

(Surface Prep)

February 02, 2025, ... it will tend to stay wetted out. Conversely, if the liquid has a higher dyne level than the surface, it will shrink back, and bead up rapidly. The tester starts with a low surface tension test fluid, and ...

Applying Barriers to Flexible

(Bag Pouch)

January 29, 2025, ... configuration of many of the newer materials and the move towards using water-based inks, water wash inks, adhesives and coatings does mean that dryers must be optimized accordingly. In many in-stances, ...

Siegwerk introduces NC-free toolbox for the design of high-performing and recyclable flexible packaging solutions

(News | New Products)

January 23, 2025, Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging applications and labels Siegwerk, one of the leading global providers of printing inks and coatings for packaging ...

Modern Drying and Curing

(Coating/Laminating)

September 18, 2024, ... inks, coatings and adhesives but about achieving the optimal crosslinking or chemical conversion that ensures durability, vibrancy and efficiency. As we navigate the future of this industry, three major ...

GMerix Expands Toll Coating Services with ETI Converting’s Cohesio 40” Coater

(Upcoming Conference News)

September 04, 2024, ... and coatings. This setup builds on GMerix’s expertise, particularly for coating inkjet receptive materials.  “We are dedicated to building strong, lasting partnerships with our customers. Our new ETI ...

Update on Paperboard Packaging Sustainability Trends

(Bag Pouch)

June 26, 2024, ... and a new initiative from the Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) to help the industry think more deeply about these critical issues. Paperboard Packaging as a Sustainable Substitute From food products ...

The Griff Network Invests in Upgrades to Adhesive Toll Coating, Private Label Division

(News | New Products)

June 20, 2024, ... capabilities with thermoset-cured, water-based ink -Defect and thickness inspection units on the production and pilot coaters -New pilot coating equipment to accelerate scale-up to full production ...

Flexible Packaging — In a Constant Cycle of Evolution

(Flexpack)

June 16, 2024, Just when we think flexible packaging films have reached a milestone of innovation, technology kicks things up another notch. By Rob Tiller, Managing Director, PennPac Just when we think flexible ...

Surface Tension and Wettability

(Surface Prep)

May 01, 2024, ... Tension and Wettability The basic principle of surface tension and wettability in converting is that for ink, adhesive or bonding agents to adhere successfully, the substrate’s surface tension must ...

Why Cleaning is a Must in the Flexo Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Printing)

April 28, 2024, ... translates to defect-free products, which improves a company's bottom line. Putting off cleaning for even a brief time can cause damage as ink dries quickly. The ink can harden, which can make it difficult, ...

Recyclability & Circularity Consumers Support Sustainable Brand Packaging

(Print)

April 08, 2024, ... that need to be in place to achieve this. Looking further ahead to the future of packaging and label design, there is growing interest in developing barrier coatings and metallic inks that could supplement, ...

A New Era in Sustainable Packaging

(News | New Products)

March 26, 2024, Development of Compostable Shrink Film Technology Development of Compostable Shrink Film Technology By Ana Juraga Oluic and Julie Holmquist, Communications Division, Cortec® Advanced Films Shrink ...

Navigating Challenges in Corona Treatment

(Surface Prep)

January 14, 2024, In the dynamic world of packaging, corona treatment plays an important role in ensuring the optimal adhesion of inks, coatings and adhesives. By Alyxandria Klein, Marketing and Sales Director, QC ...