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SABIC Launches Innovative TF-BOPE Film for Frozen Food Packaging

(News | New Products)

October 19, 2020, ... only 20 micrometers – an unprecedented benefit in this market. This thin gauge provides a potential packaging material reduction of approximately 35-50% compared to incumbent blown PE film. The reduced ...

LLFlex Acquires Hampden Papers, Bolstering Consumer Packaging Offerings

(News | New Products)

October 01, 2020, ... paper and paperboard packaging material solutions Hampden’s wide array of laminating, sheeting, coating & embossing capabilities to be combined with LLFlex’s packaging business to provide customers ...

3A Press Delivers Zero-Defect Packaging in Pharmaceutical and Medical Device Applications

(News | New Products)

September 25, 2020, ... cameras during manufacturing, enabling the company to deliver high-confidence, zero-defect packaging materials to Life Sciences customers. The system includes multiple inspection points, at both the press ...

Exploring New Options in More Sustainable Packaging Formulations

(News | New Products)

August 30, 2020, ... of approval” for recyclability on food packaging. The demand today includes hazardous material safety as well as renewability beyond single-use materials — such as the ability for a package to be repulped, ...

Michelman Announces Growing Portfolio of Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) Certified Compostable Coatings

(News | New Products)

August 11, 2020, ... Coat 525, and Hydraban® 8000, have recently complied with the specifications established by the American Society for Testing and Materials standards ASTM D6400 and D6868 per the terms and conditions of Biodegradable ...

Mondi Introduces NextLiner: The World’s First Sustainable PCK Release Liner

(News | New Products)

July 29, 2020, ... Using recycled fibres and renewable materials could have a positive impact on the environmental footprint of NextLiner, used in graphic arts, tapes and other industrial applications. “Our goal is to ...

Static Control for Flexographic Printing

(Flexography)

July 05, 2020, ... thing is to pick an Entry Roller that minimizes charging. The only sure way to do this is to evaluate several candidate roller materials. Most roller vendors can provide small, 2-inch by 2-inch coupons ...

Beyond the Roll: Dry Ice Blasting for Maintenance and Cleaning

(Web Handling)

June 24, 2020, ... carbon and many other soiling conditions. What substrates can I dry ice blast without causing damage? Steel, aluminum, soft metals, stone and many other materials are safe for this process.  Wood, ...

Smurfit Kappa Replaces EPS Frozen Food Packaging With Sustainable Paper-Based Alternative

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June 22, 2020, Smurfit Kappa was reportedly approached by Patani Global Food B.V., a global supplier of fresh and frozen foods Smurfit Kappa was reportedly approached by Patani Global Food B.V., a global supplier ...

Rising to the Challenge

(News | New Products)

June 14, 2020, ... bring success to face shield production. They teamed up with a long-time vendor to use available materials and engineer comfortable, economical protection from Coronavirus. When the governor of Ohio ...

How Flexo Printers Can Help Brands With Green Initiatives

(News | New Products)

May 21, 2020, ... allows for printing on a wider range of materials than traditional printing presses. With flexographic printing, brands can utilize flexible packaging or recyclable materials without losing print quality ...

Labeling Productivity: Overcoming Common Obstacles

(News | New Products)

May 13, 2020, ... of materials. However, quick designs may not always be the most efficient in the long run. Taking extra time to rethink productivity goals during the label design stage may help improve production later. ...

Virtual Graphis Introduces RevealPrint

(News | New Products)

May 11, 2020, ... to mention the image lasts for years. “RevealPrint uses an entirely different imaging technology that traditional leuco dye based direct thermal materials,” said John Guzzo, founder and president. “Our ...

Addressing Adhesive Build-up on Blades

(Slit)

May 06, 2020, ... amount of contact between the knife edge and the material, which will produce less build-up. Polished Top Blades - If a different bevel does not handle the problem sufficiently, the next step is the ...

AICC Releases Understanding the Key Characteristics of Linerboard and Medium

(News | New Products)

April 27, 2020, ... descriptions of key performance attributes and how they impact box performance. The materials are comprehensive in nature and will benefit those in sales, production, design, purchasing, customer service, ...

Biax-Fiberfilm Corporation Announces Expansion of Melt-Blown Fabric Production

(News | New Products)

April 25, 2020, ... Exacting standards must be met, and quality controls are part of the process. “Our materials have been used in masks, physicians’ PPE and in the filtration industry,” says Brown. “A key is the breathable, ...

How Flexo Printers Can Help Brands With Green Initiatives

(Flexography)

April 22, 2020, ... focusing on product packaging and plastic reduction in particular. Flexographic printing has helped change the packaging industry as it allows for printing on a wider range of materials than traditional ...

Three Ink Market Trends Helping to Achieve Sustainability Goals

(Inks/Coatings/Primers)

April 16, 2020, ... inks based on renewable natural resources and new eco-friendly materials can play a key role in the creation of a sustainable package. It is important that claims of bio-renewable materials are verified ...

Sweet Driems From Fresnels Offers New Packaging Visions

(News | New Products)

April 13, 2020, ... and luxury goods manufacturers to enhance product shelf appeal and add value to the retail experience.  The technology is manufactured from sustainable materials for improved levels of recyclability ...

PFFC’s Companies to Watch

(Flexpack)

April 09, 2020, ... and conversion of anti-corrosion film, bags and papers to protect metals during storage, shipping, or in-process manufacturing. These VCI (vapor corrosion inhibitor) packaging materials are sold under ...