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- Torayfan PC3 OPP Delivers Barrier Durability for Metallized PET & Foil Apps
- (Flexpack)
- September 22, 2010, Consumer product goods manufacturers and converters facing the unprecedented global shortage of metallized polyester film for packaging applications NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI | Consumer product goods manufacturers ...
- Response to PET Shortage
- (Yo's Yarns)
- September 12, 2010, ... specifically those requiring film for packaging applications, are now finding themselves caught between a rock and a hard spot because of reduced availability elsewhere in the world. In a letter sent to ...
- Davis-Standard Introduces New Coater at Labelexpo America
- (Coating/Laminating)
- September 05, 2010, ... processes involving fluoropolymers, biopolymers, and formulations for end market applications in photovoltaics, aerospace, biodegradable packaging and surface protecting films. Davis-Standard’s new ...
- BOPET Capacity To Double
- (Flexpack)
- August 31, 2010, Flex Americas S.A. de C.V. To Double BOPET Capacity by Early 2011 TAMAULIPAS, MEXICO | Flex Americas S.A. de C.V, a manufacturer of packaging films, will double the capacity of BOPET film at its facility ...
- Inspect at High Speeds
- (Inspection/Defect Detection)
- August 31, 2010, ... performs high-speed inspection of continuous web printing at speeds above 1,000 fpm. Suited for automated inspection, defect detection, and display of foils, clear films, and flexible packaging, system ...
- Acquisition, New Name
- (Flexpack)
- August 31, 2010, Mason Wells To Acquire Appleton Performance Packaging & Rename to NEX Performance Films MILWAUKEE, WI | Mason Wells has signed an agreement to acquire Appleton Performance Packaging from Appleton Papers. ...
- Expanding in Recycling
- (Green Converting)
- August 31, 2010, Connecticut Metal Industries Expands Recycling Solutions for Printing & Packaging Industry in Atlanta, GA ANSONIA, CT | Connecticut Metal Industries (CMI) is expanding its operations into the Atlanta area. ...
- Bio Barrier
- (Flexpack)
- August 31, 2010, ... milk chocolate in Australasia. The metallized, biodegradable film is suitable for home composting. Keith Chessell, packaging technical specialist of Cadbury Australia, says, “We chose metallized NatureFlex ...
- Flex Americas To Double BOPET Production
- (Flexpack)
- August 15, 2010, Flex Americas S.A. de C.V., a leading manufacturer of high quality packaging films that started operations in March 2009, plans to double its capacity of biaxially oriented polyester (BOPET) film ALTAMIRA, ...
- Test COF of Board
- (Controls)
- July 31, 2010, ... for determining the static friction coefficient of flat surfaces. Designed for use in the packaging industry to measure the static slip of unprinted carton board, printed cartons, or plastic films and ...
- Show Preview: Heroes Welcome-Labelexpo Americas 2010
- (Label/Tape)
- July 31, 2010, ... Beyond Labels Label converters planning to expand will want to visit Hall C, dedicated to growth opportunities such as flexible packaging and medical products. Labelexpo reports more than 26% of label ...
- Laminating Corona Treating: Bond Boosting
- (Corona, Flame, Plasma)
- July 31, 2010, ... flexible packaging to food, beverage, food container, and industrial companies. In addition to lidding films, Golden Eagle produces fresh-cut produce bags and film, vacuum pouches, shrink bags, bakery ...
- PPI Offers NextLife Certified HDPE PCR Bags & Film
- (Bag Pouch News)
- July 28, 2010, NextLife Packaging Group (NPG) partner Pine Poly Inc. (PPI), Lynnfield, MA, is introducing a new line of sustainable, NextLife Certified, high molecular weight HDPE bags and film that include 50% post ...
- You Get what You Pay For, or Caveat Emptor.
- (Tom’s Poly Ploys)
- July 15, 2010, ... the full gamut of quality in the blown film / cast film / extrusion coating and laminating / packaging / converting industries. The larger, more reputable companies offer excellent quality products and ...
- Special Report: Covert Markers-Microscopic Markers
- (Print)
- June 30, 2010, ... The criminal element is highly sophisticated in its ability to visually replicate not only products but also the packaging elements manufacturers may be using to prove authenticity. Any type of anti-counterfeiting ...
- People Making News in the Converting Industry
- (Trends/Management)
- June 30, 2010, ... NC. Kendall Packaging Corp., Mequon, WI, adds Dan Brewer as product development manager. Novamelt-Jowat, Archdale, NC, adds Jim Auber as general manager; Carla Hartman as North American sales ...
- Coating Adds Barrier to PLA
- (Coatings)
- June 30, 2010, NanoSeal coating technology is said to improve moisture vapor and oxygen barriers on clear, biodegradable PLA packaging films. The coating system also NanoSeal coating technology is said to improve moisture ...
- Spartanics Establishes Laser Die Cutting Applications Lab
- (Die-Cutting)
- June 24, 2010, ... finishing plastic products and other converting/packaging applications that they can now determine if the materials they use can be handled by modern laser die-cutting technology. All that’s necessary, ...
- HP Explores Flexpack, Certifies Media Partners
- (Yo's Yarns)
- June 22, 2010, ... A session featuring speaker Hans Poortinga, owner of IML expert, offered insight on the graphics industry and opportunities that open doors for personalized packaging. Brand owners, he explained need ...
- Bemis Reaches Agreement To Sell Menasha, WI and Tulsa Facilities to Exopack
- (News | New Products)
- June 15, 2010, Bemis Co., a supplier of flexible packaging materials, announces that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the company’s Menasha, WI, and Tulsa, OK, facilities to Exopack Holding Corp. Neenah, ...