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RKW Adds Flexo Press with Many Benefits

(Bag Pouch)

October 04, 2016, ... high quality printing images—especially for the self-venting ProVent plastic bag and other industrial bag solutions. The ProVent plastic bag, described as a polymer-based alternative to paper packaging ...

AMI Issues Study of High Barrier Films

(Flexpack)

October 03, 2016, ... consulting data report entitled High Barrier Flexible Films for Food Packaging. AMI says food packaging represents one of the largest and most important global markets for plastic films, and developing ...

Banknote Security | New Development Features Film-Based Currency

(Trends/Management)

October 03, 2016, New £5 banknote is made from durable flexible polymer New £5 banknote is made from durable flexible polymer. The advent of the new plastic £5 banknote is as an “exciting opportunity” that showcases ...

Show Preview | Pack Expo Intl. 2016 Largest Show To-Date

(Trends/Management)

October 02, 2016, ... laminating films and innovative plastic and paper-based barriers. Applications include food, pet food, beverages, motor oil, detergent, building materials, pellets and fertilizer. NOVEXX Solutions (Booth ...

Dow Evercap Resin Caters to Aging Population

(Flexpack)

September 27, 2016, New PE resin offered for flexpack, caps, and closures MIDLAND, MI | Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics has unveiled its new EVERCAP PE resins portfolio for rigid caps and closures. Resins with the ...

Vetaphone Expansion Program on Target

(Surface Prep)

September 20, 2016, ... The company says that, from the pioneering days of Verner Eisby back in 1951, who developed a technique that allowed his friends to print on the new plastic materials that were becoming available at the ...

Menasha Opens New Headquarters

(Carton Box)

September 10, 2016, ... of its new headquarters in Neenah. Menasha is a provider of corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturer and supply chain solutions specializing in retail merchandising packaging and displays, plastic ...

GPA Adds 3D Film to Line

(Flexpack)

September 08, 2016, ... applications. Material a #5 recyclable plastic with lightweight durability. Both sides of this translucent sheet reportedly offer superior printability. Sheets can be converted into striking applications, ...

Toray Metal-Transfer Film Is Bright and Green

(Flexpack)

September 05, 2016, Lumirror MR20 PET film is said to be well suited for decorative packaging, to be cost-effective, and to help the environment as well NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI | Toray Plastics (America) announces Lumirror ...

HERMA PP Inkjet Label Film Is Tough

(Label/Tape)

August 30, 2016, ...  Company says the aggressive behavior of the adhesive makes it well suited for critical surfaces such as rough plastic or painted metal containers, even if they are cool and damp. The new PP inkjet film ...

UPM Raflatac to Feature Wide-Ranging Display at Labelexpo Americas

(Label/Tape)

August 27, 2016, ... labels with every shipment. The company reports it offers sustainable products and manages waste responsibly. The Assn. of Plastic Recyclers (APR) has recently recognized 2.6-mil PP Pearlescent TC as ...

Zanders Paper Resists Oil and Grease

(Flexpack)

August 23, 2016, ... can provide our customers with flexible and targeted solutions for their individual needs. With our high-performance barrier papers, we offer an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic packaging.” ...

Freedonia Reports on Wine Packaging

(News | New Products)

August 17, 2016, ... not always necessary. These factors have led to the rise of alternatives, including bag-in-box containers, aseptic cartons, plastic bottles, cans, and cups. Europe will continue to be the largest regional ...

FKuR Technology Produces Thinner Films

(Flexpack)

August 16, 2016, New blends of Bio-Flex reportedly allow for reduction in thickness for compostable films and aid resource conservation WILLICH, GERMANY | Bioplastic specialist FKuR has developed a new technology—Bio-Flex ...

Corrugated Group Issues Recycling Report

(Carton Box)

August 15, 2016, ... for other packaging materials, paper and paperboard leads with a rate of 75%, says CPA, with steel at 72%, aluminum at 39%, glass at 34%, and plastic at 15%. Most old corrugated containers (OCC) are used ...