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ARC Honors Award Winners at R2R Conference USA

(News | New Products)

November 12, 2024, ... designed to be recycled in the NexTrex Recycling Program at store drop-off locations throughout the United States. Trex upcycles approximately 450 million pounds of plastic film, bags and wraps annually ...

Building a Circular Economy for Stretch Film

(Flexpack)

November 10, 2024, ... at thinner gauges. This reduces the amount of plastic used which ultimately gets sent to landfills. To help determine the right film for each wrapped pallet, organizations can leverage a load containment ...

Greif Launches a Recycled, Recyclable Barrier-Coated Paperboard for the Food Industry

(News | New Products)

November 05, 2024, ... step forward in paper packaging and customers in the food industry, who are committed to finding sustainable alternatives to plastic, have welcomed this innovation. It not only supports their environmental ...

Contract Surface Treatment Services Utilizing 3DT’s Expertise and Equipment

(News | New Products)

November 03, 2024, Plastic processors and manufacturers who are experiencing adhesion problems but are not ready to purchase a surface treatment system Photo courtesy 3DT Plastic processors and manufacturers who ...

Merging Innovation and Sustainability in Flexible Packaging

(Bag Pouch)

November 03, 2024, ... has emerged as a cornerstone of innovation, revolutionizing the way products are stored, transported and presented to consumers. Leveraging materials such as plastic, film, paper and aluminum foil, flexible ...

Charter Next Generation Showcases Advanced Materials at Pack Expo 2024, Driving Sustainability and Operational Excellence

(News | New Products)

October 29, 2024, ... natural properties to create packaging solutions that will break down easily and offer a biobased alternative to traditional plastics. Sway materials are highly versatile, with applications spanning industries ...

Laser Cutting for Automating the Cutting Process in Labels & Packaging Applications

(Slit)

October 27, 2024, ... Cutting Laser cutting uses a concentrated beam of light to cut or engrave materials. The laser's high intensity can cut through a variety of substances, including paper, cardboard, plastic and thin metals. ...

Signode Unveils New Transit Packaging Innovations and Integrated Automation Solutions at PACK EXPO International 2024

(News | New Products)

October 23, 2024, ... systems that align with the evolving challenges facing today’s manufacturers.” New Innovative Products Highlights at PACK EXPO Signode will debut several new innovations in its portfolio of plastic ...

ROTOCON Appointed Distributor of DYM Machinery Unwinders and Rewinders in South Africa

(Slit)

October 21, 2024, ... their machines handle materials ranging from 25µm plastic film to 600gsm paperboard. DYM machines are compatible with all leading printing presses. Jesin Wang, DYM Machinery co-owner and global sales ...

What Is Web Cleaning, and Why Is It So Important?

(News | New Products)

October 14, 2024, ... the materials which have a solid and smooth surface like film, foil, plastic or coated papers. This web cleaner will neutralize the electric charge on the web and remove dust and other airborne particles ...

Ensuring Clean Cuts in the Converting Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 06, 2024, ... in achieving clean cuts in the converting industry, providing insights into the best practices for optimizing cutting processes. The Evolution of Plastics: Opportunities and Challenges Plastics have ...

PPC Announces Winners of 2024 North American Paperboard Packaging Competition

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, ... to plastic in the multi-pack beverage segment. While each design contributes powerfully to the circular economy, the Judges of PPC’s Competition have never seen one quite like Smurfit Westrock’s PETCollar™ ...

Reducing Energy Use and Optimizing Performance Through UV LED Printing

(White Paper)

September 29, 2024, ... are working to implement stricter environmental regulations, like extended producer responsibility legislation and bans on single-use plastic. Suppliers, converters and brand owners must work together ...

ProCon Appoints Claudio Muñoz as Vice President of Innovation, Sales and Marketing

(News | New Products)

September 11, 2024, ... rising across all sectors, the Vireo® coatings are uniquely positioned to replace traditional plastic formats and coatings, significantly reducing the carbon footprint in packaging solutions.” Dan Curtin, ...

DataPhysics Instruments Launches Portable Contact Angle Goniometer PCA 200

(News | New Products)

August 21, 2024, ... plastics originally have a low surface energy before they are treated. Depending on the area of application, a high or low surface energy is desirable. Materials are easier to print on or stick to if they ...

Adapting for Digital or Conventional Labels

(Flexpack)

August 11, 2024, ... print stocks need to be eco-friendly, recyclable-friendly or sustainable. The pressure is on stock, inks, recycling, streams and related issues — affecting costs. Single-use plastics are being considered ...

Shurtape® Expands Line of Sustainable Packaging Tapes with Launch of rPET Recycled Packaging Tapes

(News | New Products)

August 05, 2024, Made with 90% post- consumer recycled PET film, the new tapes offer a way to dramatically reduce the use of virgin plastics in case sealing operations. Made with 90% post- consumer recycled PET film, ...

International Molded Fiber Association Unveils Speaker Lineup for September Conference in Carlsbad, CA

(Upcoming Conference News)

August 04, 2024, ... fiber technology and its role in reducing plastic usage. James Magee, CEO of Operations Feedback Systems (OFS), will delve into advancements in operational efficiencies within the industry. Additionally, ...

Go with the Float: CCL announces extended range of floatable polyolefin shrink sleeves that support PET recycling

(Label/Tape)

July 30, 2024, ... of the rigid packaging in the PET, HDPE and PP recycling steams Future-proof: Shrink sleeve material endorsed by the Association of Plastics Recyclers (APR) Alternative for widely-used PET-G or OPS ...

Consider Wool an Eco-Friendly Industrial Material

(Web Handling)

July 28, 2024, ... of surfaces, including metals, plastics and wood. Wool polishing pads provide consistent surface pressure and application of compounds, ensuring uniform results without scratching or marring the surface. ...