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Shurtape Addresses Product Damage Due to Knives

(Carton Box)

January 21, 2014, ShurSEAL Solution combines HP Series packaging tape and PrimeLoc applicator HICKORY, NC | Pressure-sensitive tape producer Shurtape is addressing the preventable costs associated with using a knife ...

Coating Matters | The 3 Stages of Product Development

(Coating/Laminating)

January 07, 2014, ... valuable input into the process response map developed by the engineer over time. Let’s take an example. If you were designing a product for the pressure-sensitive adhesive industry, you have set criteria ...

Readers Choice | Top 10 New Products of 2013

(Coating/Laminating)

December 30, 2013, ... to effectively utilize pressure-sensitive labeling materials on surfaces with heavy condensation. The Z3338 adhesive reportedly provides in-line, wet-applied label positioning that improves operational ...

Dow Corning Offers New Release Modifier

(Coatings)

November 22, 2013, Syl-Off SL 35 is said to offer tight release at low platinum levels with high stability and shelf life   MIDLAND, MI | Dow Corning recently announced Syl-Off SL 35 release modifier, described as ...

Release Liner | What’s Next?

(Label/Tape)

October 24, 2013, AWA Alexander Watson Assoc. reports on a recent seminar on pressure-sensitive label release liner issues and opportunities. AWA Alexander Watson Assoc. reports on a recent seminar on pressure-sensitive ...

Coating Matters | Hot Melt Coating Technology, Part 1

(Coating/Laminating)

October 15, 2013, ... industries that employ pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs). Considered a subset of hot melts, PSAs are typically rubbers or acrylate copolymers that are tacky at room temperature and physically bond to ...

Market Trends | Profile of North American Label Industry

(Label/Tape)

August 12, 2013, ... demand for labels—behind Asia Pacific, now the world’s largest label consumer at 36%, and Europe at 28%.     Pressure-sensitive—still first choice Of the total demand for labels in the North ...

Show Preview | What’s Behind the Curtain at Labelexpo Europe 2013

(Label/Tape)

July 29, 2013, ... for labels, adhesive tapes, and specialty packaging. It has developed a rubber-based pressure-sensitive hot melt adhesive that possesses high initial tack and final adhesion, allows the simple application ...

NAStar's Repositionable Note Material Now Without USPS Surcharg

(Label/Tape News)

July 15, 2013, ... looking to increase their response rates and build traffic. NAStar offers unconverted pressure-sensitive roll stock designed to be converted into 3x3 in. MailNotes RPNs, available in laser and inkjet ...

MACtac Expands Line of Sustainable Products

(Label/Tape News)

July 14, 2013, ... offerings are produced on MACtac's 100% solids pressure-sensitive coater, which company says does not emit VOCs. Available with a quick-tack permanent adhesive, converters have a variety of environmentally ...

MACtac Offers Two-Day Service Program

(Label/Tape News)

June 22, 2013, ... merchants to service their offset and narrow web digital printers' needs more efficiently. Program offers skid-packed pressure-sensitive sheets in standard or custom sizes to be shipped directly to the ...

AWA Updates Linerless Label Market Study

(Label/Tape News)

May 28, 2013, Linerless pressure-sensitive labels are enjoying a resurgence due to cost and environmental pressures AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS | Linerless pressure-sensitive labels are enjoying a resurgence of interest ...

Shurtape HP 235 Improves Bond for Recycled Corrugate

(Carton Box News)

May 22, 2013, ... to create a secure seal. HP 235 is a 2.0-mil, pressure-sensitive packaging tape with an enhanced adhesive engineered specifically for sealing highly recycled corrugated containers, particularly 100% ...

Acucote Announces Line of Wine Labels

(Label/Tape News)

May 14, 2013, Line features Manter’s SH 6020 Plus permanent acrylic adhesive, which is said to avoid the formation of wrinkles caused by humidity   GRAHAM, NC | Acucote now offers a complete line of pressure-sensitive ...

Packaging Awards | AidPod Takes Top Spot as DuPont Celebrates Innovation

(Flexpack)

May 12, 2013, ... improves consumers’ experience while supporting a strong brand identity. The packaging features a large and visible re-close tab with a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) system incorporated into the film ...

MACtac Expands Certifications to Chemical Drum Labels

(Label/Tape News)

April 29, 2013, ... have confidence that labels will stay put knowing the products meet the latest industry regulations, keeping workers safe." BS 5609 is a specification for printed pressure-sensitive, adhesive-coated labels ...

Avery Dennison Offers P-S Material for Craft Beer Labels

(Label/Tape News)

April 14, 2013, ... has introduced a new portfolio of pressure-sensitive label materials for the craft beer market. The portfolio features ten p-s facestocks and four adhesives said to meet the design and application needs ...

Microwaveable Package Brings Home the Bacon with Top Product of Year Award

(Metallizing)

March 09, 2013, ... PET tray and applied with a pressure-sensitive label for branding and product information. All in the Family Crown Royal Maple Finished Whiskey, Diageo PLC of Norwalk CT, maintains a family look for ...

Show Preview | ICE USA 2013

(Trends/Management)

February 04, 2013, ... and pressure-sensitive adhesives. Automatic trim waste collection increases line efficiency and reduces labor costs. Dual collection bags allow continuous operation. Unit is pre-engineered so it arrives ...

P-S Tapes | A Converter’s Guide

(Label/Tape)

January 07, 2013, A newly published global market study and sourcebook assesses the status of one of the world’s faster-growing areas of specialist converting. Pressure-sensitive specialty tapes have, since their relatively ...