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Tragedy in Japan

(Yo's Yarns)

April 14, 2011, Since March 11, I’ve been alternately sickeningly horrified and addicted to the news about the devastating tragedy that has struck Japan as the world’s third largest economic power. Aftershocks continue ...

Service Makes the Sale

(Flexography)

March 31, 2011, ... from Sullair to save power, and we have an Anguil RTO to eliminate our VOCs [volatile organic compounds]. “The combination of our new press coupled with our existing equipment makes Bison one of the ...

Surface Treating: Promoting Adhesion

(Surface Prep)

February 28, 2011, ... of surfaces, with introductions of active species. Atmospheric plasma power densities are not high enough to damage polymeric materials, and voltage levels typically are too low to create back-side treatment. ...

Meech Managing Director Celebrates 30 Years

(Static Elimination)

February 07, 2011, ... 2009. “My grandfather, Joseph Meech, formed the company in 1907 and it became a very successful electrical engineering business, involved in high profile projects such as the Battersea power station ...

Web Cleaning: To Contact or Not?

(Web Cleaning)

January 31, 2011, ... systems are the latest breed. They function by creating a powerful layer of air that breaks the web boundary layer, which is then “sheared” into a vacuum chamber. Boundary layer systems have low running ...

Graphics of the Americas: A Change of Place

(Print)

December 31, 2010, ... the Solutions Event powered by ISS (Imprinted Sportswear Shows) brings garment decoration, including digital and screen printing, to the mix. Workshops and sessions will showcase new technology and techniques. ...

Rheometer Now Features USB Connectivity

(Controls News)

December 22, 2010, ... features of a rheometer with the yield stress measurement capability of company’s YR-1 Yield Test Rheometer. The company reports that this “all-in-one” tool is the most powerful and versatile value in ...

Brakes Hold Securely

(Controls)

November 30, 2010, The RB Series, Generation II linear profile guide rail brakes for stopping and holding in e-stop and power-off situations are said to deliver high spring The RB Series, Generation II linear profile guide ...

Pilot Coaters: Small Volume, Big Advances

(Coating/Laminating)

September 30, 2010, ... machines contain all of the elements — unwind, coater, dryer, rewind, controls systems, heating, and ventilating — and the power systems needed to continuously coat a precision salable product. The modular ...

Bag Making: Strength in Numbers

(Flexpack)

September 30, 2010, ... But if someone wants to get into a price war, it's nice to know that you've got the staying power.” CEI prints on eight ten-color presses from Windmoeller & Hoelscher. Printed rolls are sent to Hebron ...

Bobst Group to Present Latest Technologies at K 2010

(Flexpack News)

September 27, 2010, ... more compact and cost-effective slitting solution with all electric, oil-free operation, no hydraulics and reduced power consumption. With up to 1,650 mm web width running at 450 m/min with quick and easy ...

Flexo Printing: Smart Press, Even Smarter Buy

(Flexpack)

August 31, 2010, ... zero. Combining size and power with agility is a tall order. However, Hood has managed to do it without compromise through the synergy that comes from bringing together vast experience and advanced ...

Forest & Paper Assn. Weighs In Against EPA Rule That Will 'Cost Jobs

(Carton Box)

August 17, 2010, ... wide range of manufacturers, such as forest products mills, as well as universities, hospitals, small municipal power plants, Federal facilities and many others. The proposed Boiler MACT rule would set ...

Show Preview: Heroes Welcome-Labelexpo Americas 2010

(Label/Tape)

July 31, 2010, ... this show.” Calling all Superheroes PFFC joins Labelexpo with a superhero of our own: Flash Drive-Media Powerhouse. In addition to this sneak peek at the show, which includes a map of the show floor ...

Laminating Corona Treating: Bond Boosting

(Corona, Flame, Plasma)

July 31, 2010, ... designed specifically to integrate with the Nordmeccanica laminator both electrically and mechanically. Each treater features a proprietary combination of high-powered ceramic electrodes and special ...

Cut Cores Accurately

(Slit)

July 31, 2010, The A400P precision core cutter offers a hydraulic-powered cut-off system said to make clean and accurate cuts with precision control. Reportedly able The A400P precision core cutter offers a hydraulic-powered ...

Static Beat: Choosing Passive or Active Ionizers

(Static Elimination)

June 30, 2010, ... neutralizers come in two broad categories: passive and active. Passive neutralizers, such as conductive brushes, tinsel, static dissipative fabrics, and ionizing strings and rods, require no external power. ...

UV Lampheads Save Energy

(Print)

June 30, 2010, ... Energy efficiency has been increased on the electronic power supply with the GreenTimer, a standby system that allows operator to be away from the production area and program a conveniently timed restart. ...

Bobst Announces Line-up for Competence '10 Open House

(Carton Box News)

June 27, 2010, ... generation of in-line laminating with Power Aligner. Converters interested in attending the Competence ’10 Open House should contact their Bobst sales representative, e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., ...

Medical Packaging: How To Avoid Public FDA Criticisms

(News | New Products)

June 24, 2010, ... Veriteq VP Regulated Markets, comments, "Customers are often disappointed over the failure of chart recorders or data loggers to record data during facility power outages, hold calibration accuracy of sensors, ...