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

(Flexpack)

June 13, 2024, ... combating climate change, consumer awareness of the environmental impacts of current methods of production and consumption is increasing, influencing people's priorities and purchasing behavior. And who ...

Obtaining Barriers When Coating and Printing Flexible Materials

(Bag Pouch)

June 09, 2024, ... processes is of course a must. The base material, method of manufacture and additional surface modifications, often made at the time of production, may make the choice of one substrate over another (theoretically) ...

Epson Introduces Next Generation ColorWorks On-Demand Label Printer for Demanding, High-Volume Environments

(News | New Products)

June 03, 2024, ... CW-C8000 builds on the success of its predecessor, the ColorWorks C7500, to meet the high-volume label production needs of businesses in several markets, including prime and boutique, product ID, and warehousing ...

Paper Mills Forge Ahead with Speedy Delivery of High-Quality Parts

(Web Handling)

June 02, 2024, ...  Seamless rolled rings can be used in the manufacture of rolling and calendering equipment to promote precise, consistent paper production; in drying systems to provide the strength and durability required ...

ARC Elects Officers, Directors

(News | New Products)

May 29, 2024, ... in the Graphic Arts (printing) business. In 2012, he assumed responsibility for a new production facility in Schererville, Indiana. As head of Operations, he integrated the newly acquired operation and ...

ROTOCON assists TubePac International establish globally competitive tube manufacturing facility

(News | New Products)

May 28, 2024, ... slitting system to improve production efficiencies. Also purchased was ROTOCON’s ECOLINE ultrasonic anilox roller cleaner which quickly removes ink and dirt from any line count anilox cells. ROTOCON’s ...

Printing Industry Banks on Sustainability

(News | New Products)

May 22, 2024, ... a green ethical choice: “Ecological makes business sense. Quality, efficiency and the eco-friendly and energy-efficient production of printed products can go hand in hand,” stated Werner Drechsler, who ...

Surface Treatment: The Importance of Getting it Right

(Surface Prep)

May 19, 2024, ... case, we need to know the dyne level and requirement of each layer before we can recommend the power required and operational production speed. To add another variable into the equation, different rolls ...

IDENTCO Highlights Automation Capabilities and PCB Labeling at PCB East

(News | New Products)

May 13, 2024, ... requires only one feeder position on pick and place machines, freeing up valuable space along congested SMT production lines. Providing precise and accurate placement, it can also feed labels or die cut ...

Drupa Cube to Feature More than 50 Sessions Global Economist Opens High-profile Program

(News | New Products)

May 12, 2024, Visitors interested in megatrends in international business, innovations in smart packaging and strategies Visitors interested in megatrends in international business, innovations in smart packaging ...

CJ Biomaterials Expands PHA Offering, Introduces New Semi-Crystalline PHA Biopolymer at NPE 2024

(News | New Products)

May 07, 2024, ... technology. This includes boosting capacity at its manufacturing facility in Pasuruan, Indonesia, specifically to expand production of both its aPHA and scPHA solutions. For information on CJ Biomaterials ...

2024 College Competition Winners Announced

(News | New Products)

May 05, 2024, ... a glimpse of a day in the real life of managing packaging and print production for a global brand. A successful event for the 2024 Event. The Phoenix Challenge Foundation continues its core mission of ...

HOW TO: Do in Register Coating

(HOW TO Guide)

May 02, 2024, ... was slowed down and the complexity of the productions line conspired for the downtime. It was years ago, around the mid 80s, that converters started feeling those limits: repercussions on productivity, ...

HOW TO: Maximize Productivity in Your Converting Process: A Practical Guide

(HOW TO Guide)

May 02, 2024, ... production process. Adapting for Continuous Improvement Optimization is an ongoing journey. Staying updated with the latest technologies and continuously analyzing operational data allows your converting ...

HOW TO: Dual Layer Plasma Release Coatings for Curing Oven Rollers

(HOW TO Guide)

May 02, 2024, ... production and product can be alarming. Operators do their best to address buildup issues on rollers during preventative maintenance by manually cleaning, usually with strong solvents. This can be ...

Surface Tension and Wettability

(Surface Prep)

May 01, 2024, Key Principles for Quality Production in Converting Key Principles for Quality Production in Converting By Melissa Lang, Vice President, Jemmco, LLC Surface tension and wettability are essential ...

Understanding Anilox Scoring: Causes, Effects, and Prevention

(Equipment/Machines - Printing)

May 01, 2024, ... successful if you are successful. In conclusion, understanding the root causes of anilox scoring and implementing preventive measures are crucial steps in ensuring high-quality print production. By ...

SOMA set to showcase the Optima2 10-color flagship flexo press during drupa 2024

(News | New Products)

April 30, 2024, ... production. SOMA is proud to introduce the recently launched Intelligent Printing Unit (IPU), a pioneering solution in flexographic printing. The IPU, designed to integrate seamlessly with SOMA Optima2 ...

Creating a Circular Packaging Value Chain: How collaboration with suppliers helps converters meet brand owner demands

(News | New Products)

April 28, 2024, ... developing a new product, suppliers would bring it to converters. Converters would then have to spend time tweaking and qualifying the product to fit their production processes until they were ready to ...

Why Cleaning is a Must in the Flexo Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Printing)

April 28, 2024, ... method can be expensive from a labor, ink, production and material waste standpoint. There are four types of effective anilox roll cleaning methods: Liquid/blasting, ultrasonic, laser and, of course, ...