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Landa Press Prints on Many Substrates

(News | New Products)

April 05, 2016, ... needs of the flexible packaging industry for affordable short-to-medium run lengths of highest gravure-quality packaging materials—with flexo-competitive costs and productivity." Landa will double the ...

Pouch Laminate with Registered Hologram Wins Technical Award

(Bag Pouch)

March 23, 2016, ... a multi-ply structure of reverse printed BOPET film/paper/heat-seal coating used for packaging a saffron-blended mouth-freshener. The special feature of this laminate is the incorporation of a commemorative ...

Clondalkin Kirchberg Launches Ultra-Thin Shrink Sleeve

(Flexpack)

March 21, 2016, Company reports it brought down its OPS sleeves to 40My and PET sleeves to 30My. KIRCHBERG, SWITZERLAND | Clondalkin Flexible Packaging launches an ultra-thin shrink sleeve. The Switzerland-based company ...

PMMI Releases Food Packaging Study

(News | New Products)

March 19, 2016, ... consumers pause and consider the product; more single-serve packaging Pet Food: More recycled materials in packaging; single-serve containers to differentiate niche or premium product Consumer demand ...

KAMPF to Deliver Slitters to New Plant in India

(Slit)

March 18, 2016, SRF purchases four slitters from Kampf, including an Imperia, a Universal, and two Unislit II models, for its new BOPET plant HARYANA, INDIA | SRF Limited, a supplier for packaging films, technical ...

AIMCAL Awards | Toothpaste Carton Is 'Touching' Winne

(Coating/Laminating)

March 16, 2016, The Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators names winners of its competitions for product, sustainability, and technical awards The Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators names winners ...

FTA Awards | Sunshine FPC Wins Two Best of Show Honors

(Print)

March 09, 2016, The Flexographic Technical Assn. announces the winners of its 2016 printing competition. The Flexographic Technical Assn. announces the winners of its 2016 printing competition. The Flexographic ...

Brückner to Show In-Line Coating System

(Coating/Laminating)

February 22, 2016, ... treatment of plastic films in-line directly during production. Company says system has a compact size, easy access to all machine parts for maintenance, and a competitive price. Integrated into the software ...

Constantia Flexibles Honored for Recyclable Labels

(News | New Products)

February 19, 2016, ... work incorporating SpearRC recyclable pressure-sensitive labels from Constantia into all Simply Beverages products. SpearRC film labels are designed to be compatible with the PET recycling process, reportedly ...

Innovation for Solving Problems

(Innovation Station)

February 18, 2016, ... value to what you do today—incremental improvements— that help your customer and give you a competitive edge. “Voice of the Customer” programs are established and effective research tools to capture ...

Infiana Sells Its Site in Brazil

(Materials)

February 16, 2016, ... sites in Malvern, PA, (USA) and Samutsakorn, Thailand. The films expert employs 800 employees worldwide.  Peter K. Wahsner "We continue to focus on the development and production of specialty film solutions,” ...

Flexible Packaging | Bemis Takes Top Prize in FPA's 2016 Achievement Award

(Flexpack)

February 15, 2016, ... 78 packages were submitted for competition, with a total of 164 entries (some packages were entered into multiple categories). A total of 19 packages are being honored with 20 Achievement Awards. A number ...

UPM Raflatac Offers Results of Shrink Sleeve Label Recycling Study

(Label/Tape)

February 07, 2016, Company reports RafShrink PO MDO 40 HS film label boosts recycling rates over PETG labels MILLS RIVER, NC | UPM Raflatac presented the results of a full-body shrink sleeve label recycling study, featuring ...

Jackie Marolda Joins as PFFC Expert Advice Contributor

(Yo's Yarns)

February 07, 2016, ... competence to eventually serve as market development manager for Avery Dennison, then as a consultant for HIlltop Innovations, then becoming VP/senior consultant at AWA Alexander Watson Assoc. It was here ...

Show Preview | FTA’s 2016 Forum and INFO*FLEX

(Print)

February 01, 2016, ... Scott, Berry Plastics Corp., co-chair of the event along with Paul Teachout of Nilpeter. “The 2016 events will draw from the past success to provide a well-rounded Forum for each and every attendee. The ...

Carestream Contract Manufacturing Adds Capabilities

(Coating/Laminating)

January 26, 2016, ... tapes, and patches; cast film membranes for batteries, fuel cells, and haptics/touch sensors; and more. • Expanded hardcoat services for hard coating polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and other substrates, ...

ULS Report Issues Study on Packaging Efficiency

(News | New Products)

January 23, 2016, ... from PETE, HPDE, and glass, and paperboard cartons. These materials are collectively recycled at a 34.2% rate today, up significantly vs 25.7% in 2005. In fact, the level of primary packaging recycling ...

API Foils Offers Enhanced Hot-Stamping Product Line

(Flexpack)

January 17, 2016, ... high-speed performance to the marketplace along with the economics needed to compete in today's competitive market. The MV-Plus Series is a versatile, compelling option for brands seeking aesthetic appeal, ...

Roland DGA Launches Benchtop Printer

(News | New Products)

January 16, 2016, ... including PET, ABS, and polycarbonate, soft materials such as TPU and leather, and many 3D items ranging from smart phone cases and laptop covers to signs, giftware, and promotional items. Reportedly a ...

On Print | UV LED Is Beyond the Tipping Point

(On Print)

January 11, 2016, ... reflectors that focus the rays so the light is most concentrated at the ink or coating layer. This greatly raises peak power and swamps any competing reactions. Early LED lamps were not focused. What ...