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Coating Matters | Computational Methods Beyond Fluid Flow Analysis

(Coating/Laminating)

December 06, 2016, ... But the use of FEA is not limited to understanding fluid flow. It also can be utilized to determine the structural strength of the equipment and the temperature effect of a heated slot die. Outside of ...

MOCON Testing System Cuts Time to Market

(Controls)

November 27, 2016, ... system’s sensitivity for measuring oxygen transmission characteristics of films and packages. Company says unit measures film barriers to 5x10-4 cc/(m2 x day) at precise temperature and relative humidity ...

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

(Coating/Laminating)

November 27, 2016, ... lead to particle build up or excessive temperature issues. The manifold study with a computational method takes the basics of finite element analysis and applies them to a strong understanding of flow ...

CTI Color-Changing Process Meets Many Regs

(News | New Products)

November 26, 2016, ... customers the benefits of a let-down ratio and temperature indication, powered by new technology reported to drive vibrant color and UV stability, and all combined with US-based manufacturing utilizing ...

Cosmo Films Launches Lidding Films

(Flexpack)

November 20, 2016, Universal Lidding Films are said to be well suited for thermoformed plastic cups and containers DELHI, INDIA | Cosmo Films, a manufacturer of specialty BOPP films, announced the launch of BOPP-based ...

UniNet and UPM Raflatac Partner in Digital Press

(News | New Products)

November 14, 2016, ... says the iColor 700 low fuser temperature technology supports printing production on a broader range of both standard and specialty substrates including BOPP, PET, vinyl, and more. “The printing capabilities ...

Schreiner MediPharm Develops Labels for Auto Injectors

(Label/Tape)

November 06, 2016, ... a temperature indicator that produces a reversible color shift when a defined ambient temperature has been reached. In addition to these helpful functions, the specialty labels allow for customized branding ...

Dow Resins Suited for Many Uses

(Flexpack)

November 06, 2016, INNATE Precision Packaging Resins are said to provide toughness and stiffness for a number of flexible packaging applications MIDLAND, MI | Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics will showcase INNATE Precision ...

Lachenmeier Shows Stretch Hood Machine

(Carton Box)

November 02, 2016, ... However, condensation can also build from the inside due to high humidity or fluctuations in atmosphere temperature. The patented multilayer film technology used to manufacture Xeros is said to prevent ...

Web Lines | Unwind Splice Reliability

(Web Handling)

October 24, 2016, ... or process stresses, elevated temperatures, and reach the winder without failure.    In my next column, I'll provide more details on tabbing tape. Web handling expert Tim Walker, president of ...

Coating Matters | Vacuum Systems Offer More Capability

(Coating/Laminating)

October 18, 2016, ... So what can you do if the coating still is fluttering or the edges aren’t stable? In ambient temperature coating, the answer may be the use of a vacuum system. A vacuum system is simple in design and ...

Constantia Flexibles Adds Lids to Orangina

(News | New Products)

September 19, 2016, ... applied at up to 60,000 cans/hr. The additional branding space can be customized with specialty embossing patterns, temperature changing inks, and printing on the reverse side for special promotions. According ...

Davis-Standard Extruder Has New Features

(Coating/Laminating)

September 07, 2016, ... feedscrew design, and quick screw exchange (QSE) technology. This extruder is designed for high temperature processes to 300 deg C and those requiring specialty copolymer resins for film, coating, adhesion, ...

Uflex Reports Solution for Heavy-Duty Bags

(Bag Pouch)

September 04, 2016, ... The big bags made of this special film have qualified the critical drop tests as laid down by the ASTM standards. Company says benefits include high haze >75%; low seal initiation temperature (SIT); ...

Avery Dennison Label Logs Data

(Label/Tape)

August 20, 2016, The TT Sensor Plus credit-card-sized label monitors temperatures as a product moves through the supply chain MENTOR, OH | Avery Dennison reports the launch of TT Sensor Plus, said to be a simpler, ...

Web Lines | Action Plan for Baggy Webs

(Web Handling)

August 16, 2016, ... storage conditions between winding and unwinding. Changes in storage conditions (less time, lower temperatures) may change bagginess magnitude. Pick one product (thickness, width, material, film maker). ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2016 Offers Technology in Action

(Label/Tape)

August 08, 2016, ... Company also is expanding its Stickpak Portfolio for single-serve packaging to give converters good/better/best options for a wider range of applications. Will introduce the TT Sensor Plus to track temperatures ...

Mactac Adhesives Use Solvent-Free Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

July 31, 2016, MP410 acrylic double-coated tapes and transfer adhesives are said to have low levels of VOCs and to offer a wide performance range STOW, OH | Pressure-sensitive adhesives supplier Mactac has launched ...

Uflex Launches Extrusion Lamination Machine

(Coating/Laminating)

July 26, 2016, ... design of lamination drum to maintain even temperature across the width; Sleeve-type coating nip as optional; Turret type unwind and rewind; AC vector grade motor with digital AC vector drives. Reportedly, ...

Sticking With It | PSAs for Labeling Applications

(Coating/Laminating)

July 11, 2016, ... acrylic and hot melt adhesives will work well. Application temperature is the temperature at which the label is applied to the surface. For instance, most meat packing rooms are kept at lower than room ...