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Ensuring Clean Cuts in the Converting Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 06, 2024, ... may stretch or deform when subjected to cutting pressure, resulting in uneven or jagged edges. To address these challenges, converters must carefully select cutting tools and adjust their cutting techniques ...

Reducing Energy Use and Optimizing Performance Through UV LED Printing

(White Paper)

September 29, 2024, Environmental regulations are increasing pressure on the printing industry to exceed their sustainability goals. By: Derrick Hemmings, Product Manager, Screen, Energy Curable Flexo, LED North America, ...

Converter Requirements Toward Inks and Printability

(Bag Pouch)

September 22, 2024, ... on different substrates and for different purposes. Converters require many things from inks. For one thing, they'd like ink that adheres to the substrate, which conceivably could be pressure sensitive, ...

Modern Drying and Curing

(Coating/Laminating)

September 18, 2024, ... is a degreed mechanical engineer. He joined the industry in 1993, driving web press and converting equipment sales. He has contributed to numerous trade magazines and has given speaking engagements. His ...

TekniPlex Healthcareto Highlight Concept-to-Commercialization Capabilities for Class III Implantable Devices and Delivery Systems

(News | New Products)

September 17, 2024, ... and reinforced paper, the plant will subsequently showcase a seven-color extended gamut flexographic printing press utilizing both water- and solvent-based inks. The high-definition printer features fast ...

Anderson & Vreeland Canada, ULC (AVC) Announces Partnership with Sandon Global, Elevating Industry Standards for Flexographic Printing

(News | New Products)

September 12, 2024, ... printing products. Sean Sawa, Sales Director for Anderson & Vreeland Canada, expressed, "In our relentless pursuit of quality-focused, professional partners and products, Anderson Vreeland Canada is thrilled ...

Anderson & Vreeland Canada, ULC (AVC) Announces Partnership with Sandon Global, Elevating Industry Standards for Flexographic Printing

(News | New Products)

September 03, 2024, ... continuously provide clients with cutting-edge and high-quality flexographic printing products. Sean Sawa, Sales Director for Anderson & Vreeland Canada, expressed, "In our relentless pursuit of quality-focused, ...

Eaglewood Technologies Announces Label Expo Plans

(News | New Products)

August 20, 2024, ... demonstrate that sustainability starts in the pressroom. The Sitexco+ L20 Anilox Cleaner is based on the award winning Sitexco laser technology and is the most sustainable technology available; there ...

BW Converting’s Baldwin and W+D empower corrugated manufacturers to achieve more with less at SuperCorrExpo 2024

(News | New Products)

August 08, 2024, ... safety in corrugated printing, the system automatically removes dust and contamination from the plate in seconds during production, without stopping the press. It also performs full end-of-job plate cleaning ...

EFI Announces New Wide Format Pro+ Series Printers and High-performance ProGraphics+ Series Inks

(News | New Products)

August 06, 2024, ... quality printing, new front and back media pressure rollers for handling a wider range of media, semi-continuous board feeding, an advanced, four chamber media-platen vacuum system with independent power ...

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

(News | New Products)

August 05, 2024, ... sustainable and secure. “There is a pressing need for sustainable packaging solutions that not only allow our customers to reduce their packaging footprint and waste, but also minimize their reliance ...

The Past, Present and Future of Corrugated Die Cutting

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

July 14, 2024, ... specific forms or patterns when pressed against them. Over time, die cutting evolved to include more intricate designs, thanks to advancements in technology and engineering. Today, it's a versatile technique ...

Winpak's Zero-error Approach Reshapes Packaging ...

(News | New Products)

July 08, 2024, ... systems – including Winpak’s upgrade to the recently introduced PQV 4.0 -- has equipped Winpak to conduct thorough inspections, whether comparing file-to-file before press runs or analyzing press samples ...

Flexible Packaging — In a Constant Cycle of Evolution

(Flexpack)

June 16, 2024, ... scale manufacturing production comes with its share of loss, or scrap. Helping to reduce such loss is a fascinating technology named Active Packaging (AP). What makes AP so important and impressive? Well, ...

Demand Increasing for PCR Plastics: How Recycled PE supports Sustainable Packaging Solutions

(Flexpack)

June 13, 2024, ... plastics treaty and multiple national plastic pacts all focused on building a circular economy, plastic packaging is a major focus of many sustainability efforts. Consumer pressure and government regulations ...

Static Charges: Production Mishaps and Product Misbehavior

(Surface Prep)

May 26, 2024, ... charges. The size of the charge is determined by the force of the friction, speed, pressure and separation, with increased force and faster processes leading to larger charges. The type of material involved, ...

Sun Chemical Recognized by FTA for Sustainability Excellence

(News | New Products)

May 13, 2024, ... printing and lamination with adhesives.  The inks’ applicability across a wide range of printing and packaging applications minimizes or avoids costly and waste-generating press startups and shutdowns, ...

Surface Tension and Wettability

(Surface Prep)

May 01, 2024, ... flow of liquid on a substrate for ease of use and accuracy. The valve-style tip is similar to a bingo dauber, where the tip is depressed on the substrate to open the valve and allow solution to flood the ...

Why Cleaning is a Must in the Flexo Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Printing)

April 28, 2024, ...  If not cleaned carefully, too much, or inconsistent hand pressure can cause plate damage, especially on fine highlight dots. If hand pressure is too light, plates may still contain dry ink, will not ...

Recyclability & Circularity Consumers Support Sustainable Brand Packaging

(Print)

April 08, 2024, ... the printing and packaging industries. As market priorities shift and change, the focus on this topic has stayed strong. The challenge is clear. Printers are under pressure to deliver higher quality ...