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The Versatility of UV Curing

(News | New Products)

December 15, 2022, ... elemental mercury and a specific mix of inert gas are vaporized into a plasma within a sealed quartz tube. Plasma is a high-temperature ionized gas capable of conducting electricity. It is produced inside ...

The Value of Atmospheric Plasma

(Surface Prep)

November 20, 2022, ...  SOFTAL’s atmospheric plasma system uses a technology similar to corona treatment, however Linear Plasma has the ability to process delicate substrates due to its lower temperature without the drawbacks ...

Microhardness Testing Explained: Vickers & Knoop Testing

(Coating/Laminating)

November 06, 2022, ... This includes considerations such as room temperature and isolation from sources of outside vibration which may affect the results as well as proper sample preparation. There are two widely accepted ...

Thinking Inside and Outside the Coating Box

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2022, ... choice. Paper and paperboard is versatile and for the most part will accommodate temperature extremes associated with some cooking methods. It will withstand the high temperatures associated with microwaves ...

Phoseon Introduces UV LED Curing Systems for Fiber and Wire Coatings

(Coating/Laminating)

September 26, 2022, ... and FRU are enclosed in an IP52 enclosure, protecting the system from liquid spills. LED technology drastically reduces energy consumption and significantly reduces work-piece surface temperature. For ...

Sustainable Machinery Performance and Smart Factory Solutions Brought To You By Davis-Standard at K2022

(Upcoming Conference News)

July 24, 2022, ... DSB® barrier screw, especially beneficial for high-viscosity HDPE applications such as pipe extrusion, where lower melt temperatures, reduced power consumption and improved energy efficiency are paramount. ...

A Game-Changer for Web Manufacturing

(Coating/Laminating)

July 24, 2022, ... by inconsistency in the raw materials or damage in transport or storage. In addition, temperature and humidity fluctuations in the plant can greatly alter substrate behaviour. With up to 50 measuring ...

The Importance of Monomaterial Polypropylene Laminates in Flexible Packaging

(Bag Pouch)

June 26, 2022, ... levels of shrinkage than traditional BOPPs and in some cases offer a non-sealing top skin to prevent jaw stick during packing. A top web made from BOPP will never have the same temperature resistance ...

Material Properties, Testing & Applications: Part 1

(Converting Expert)

May 11, 2022, ... during each campaign they are produced.  If you are running films look for daily and seasonal temperature changes. If you are running paper-based products look for daily and seasonal moisture trends. ...

The Importance of Roll Cleaning and Maintenance

(Surface Prep)

April 11, 2022, ... common anymore. Laser cleaners basically burn dirt and debris off the roll. At these high temperatures, contaminates are basically evaporated off and turned into dust. These systems are the most expensive ...

Material Properties, Testing & Applications: Part 1

(Web Handling)

April 10, 2022, ... films look for daily and seasonal temperature changes. If you are running paper-based products look for daily and seasonal moisture trends. If you are working with nonwovens, correlate your properties ...

Atmospheric Plasma Treatment

(Surface Prep)

March 31, 2022, ... & Plasma developed its patented LinearPlasma system. This system uses a method similar to corona treatment, however LinearPlasma has the ability to process delicate substrates due to the lower temperature ...

The Fundamentals of Adhesive Coatings

(Coating/Laminating)

March 27, 2022, ... human skin or many others. The make-up of these surfaces must be taken into consideration when selecting/developing the right chemistry. Environmental conditions like extreme temperatures, moisture, ...

Empire Screen Announces Durable and Sustainably Printed Overlays

(News | New Products)

March 11, 2022, ... also provides high temperature resistance, as well as excellent dimensional stability. Empire Screen produces its overlays with sustainable UV LED technology, a process that Empire Screen pioneered in ...

Taking Control of Static

(Surface Prep)

February 13, 2022, ... that allows reliable operation. Silicone rubber rollers are commonly used where temperatures are high. Of course, rollers that can tolerate the high temperatures must be used. For static control, avoid ...

New Cast Polypropylene Film for Lamination

(News | New Products)

February 06, 2022, ... an inner sealing layer. This low-temperature sealing film, when laminated to other polypropylene films, such as our Propafilm™ CHS BOPP film with improved thermal resistance and shrinkage properties, creates ...

Davis-Standard Introduces Multiuse XP Express® - AGT Roll Stand

(News | New Products)

February 03, 2022, ... depending on specific requirements. Each option offers a fully automated multi-roll gap nip, individual roll speed and temperature control, enhanced heat transfer and an adaptable pull-roll design. This ...

Thermal Transfer Core Design and Performance in Today’s Markets

(Web Handling)

January 23, 2022, ... prepare for multi-layer formulation. In some unique applications, the thermal transfer roll surface is still heated, however it is “cooling” the web substrate (at a much higher temperature). This is commonly ...

Peak Nano Installs Davis-Standard Line for Innovative Capacitor Films

(Flexpack)

January 16, 2022, ... challenges to provide longer capacitor life, higher temperature resistance, greater breakdown strength and a smaller footprint for capacitor designs. This includes two to four times the energy storage ...

Converting Machinery Leadership for Better Processing

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

January 10, 2022, ... coextrusion addition in order to boost outputs and line speed. This includes efficient mixing capabilities for a low melt temperature and output rates up to 80 to 100 percent higher than current extruder ...