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Flexible Packaging | Biodegradables Are From Mars

(Flexpack)

February 06, 2017, ... of Mars, which is sustainability; they really express that message; and they really stand up for that,” noted Rodenburg. “I think one of the interesting parts of this project is that although we had ...

Coating Matters | Smart Glass Coating Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

January 25, 2017, ... to be balanced in pressure in order to create a flat, even coating bead for application. This means that the fluid delivery system is balanced, macro and micro bubbles need to be controlled, and the velocity ...

Chocolate Bar Wrapper Wins Global Bioplastics Award

(Flexpack)

January 19, 2017, ... users of bioplastic materials. Mars, Rodenburg and Taghleef Industries were selected for the prize by a panel of independent judges representing the press, academic world and trade associations in Europe, ...

Green Converting | Nestlé Pulls No Punches on Bioplastics

(Flexpack)

January 09, 2017, Addressing the Innovation Takes Root bioplastics conference, Sustainability Specialist Sokhna Gueye delivered some uncomfortable messages. Addressing the Innovation Takes Root bioplastics conference, ...

Kodak Reports Workflow Updates

(News | New Products)

November 30, 2016, ... Workflow 8 with presses from Konica Minolta, Ricoh, and Komori are said to enable an advanced level of centralized digital device control and automation. The UWS software upgrades have been optimized ...

Grafotronic Announces Easy Finishing Unit

(Label/Tape)

November 28, 2016, ... panel is said to include a state-of-the-art touch screen design and simple access and control of all press functions. Also includes a robust flexo printing station for better control over varnishing or ...

Coating Matters | Pre-Metered Fluid Flow Analysis with Computational Methods

(Coating/Laminating)

November 27, 2016, ... finite, defined section of fluid flow within a slot die, one can understand the flow as it is affected by volumetric changes, shear of mechanical spaces, pressure differences, and velocity gradients. FEA ...

Touch7 Adds Soft-Proofing Capability

(News | New Products)

November 18, 2016, ... us with an OEM version of their technology.” Mark Geeves, director of sales and marketing for Touch7, says, “We have targeted the digital press and printer markets with our Touch7 Soft-Proofing solution, ...

TRESU Ink Supply System Said to Aid Print Quality

(Print)

November 14, 2016, ... automates circulation of ink, viscosity control, and cleaning of chamber doctor blade systems in central impression (CI) and inline flexo printing machines, thereby reducing material waste and operational ...

Constantia Wins TLMI Environmental Award

(News | New Products)

November 14, 2016, ... of an educational program. This year Constantia Flexibles was recognized for SpearRC, described as a cost-effective, pressure-sensitive label that is recognized by both the Association of Postconsumer ...

PPC Awards | TPC Printing Takes 2016 Prize for Feat of Precision

(Carton Box)

October 30, 2016, ... took months of prototyping to create. The lenses were carefully applied to the board, as miniscule imprecisions in placement could throw off the entire look. The carton also has custom press-applied colors ...

Coating Matters | Vacuum Systems Offer More Capability

(Coating/Laminating)

October 18, 2016, ... easy to utilize. The concept is that a box is built around the interface between the slot die and backing roll. This enclosure allows the fluid to be influenced by a change in pressure. The change in pressure ...

APR Offers Extended Range for Label Market

(Label/Tape)

October 15, 2016, ... year, APR commissioned an extensive market research study that polled narrow web converters across the US. The research showed that converters’ presses are down, on average, 32% of the time due to setup ...

Avery Dennison Adds to Inkjet Portfolio

(News | New Products)

October 13, 2016, ... inkjet products. The company has added 12 new label constructions validated for use on specific original equipment manufacturer inkjet printing platforms for water-based and UV printers and presses. Company ...

Goss Reports Partnership with Elettra

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2016, The press manufacturer joins with provider of blanket washing systems to offer productivity gains to customers DURHAM, NH | Goss International reports that, as part of its ongoing strategy to establish ...

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

(Trends/Management)

October 02, 2016, ... for nearly 100 percent extraction of contents so that food waste is virtually eliminated. Colordyne Technologies (Booth #N-6169) will show the 2600 Series Mini Press, a mid-range roll-to-roll printing ...

ICE USA 2017 Adds to Experts Team

(News | New Products)

September 30, 2016, ... Brase brings more than 20 years experience in the converting industry and is a well-recognized industry speaker on the topic of pressure-sensitive adhesives and their applications. Prior to launching her ...

TLMI Looks to the Future

(Label/Tape)

September 27, 2016, ... a press conference on the first morning of the recent 2016 Labelexpo Americas to share its vision of the future. TLMI chairman Dan Muenzer of Constantia Flexibles kicked things off with some background ...

Avery Dennison Launches Conformable Films

(Label/Tape)

September 26, 2016, ... company’s ClearCut adhesive technology, the resulting construction is said to offer exceptional clarity and reduced downtime, eliminating the problem of adhesive buildup on press and dispensing equipment. ...

What's Your Value Proposition

(Marketing Mojo)

September 22, 2016, ... open to feedback, this will help you fine-tune the words to better impress targeted customers with your proposed value. I've encountered the often repeated marketing adage: "Value lies in the contrast ...