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Coating Matters | Steam Remoisturizing Technology for Paper-Based Labels, Pt. 2

(Coating/Laminating)

August 19, 2014, ... to the paper. The steam is applied at near saturation temperature across the web from individual steam valves spaced at intervals down to 6 in. apart. The amount of moisture absorbed by the paper is determined ...

Rethinking the Ban on EPS

(News | New Products)

August 11, 2014, ... thermal protection. Insulated EPS wine shipping containers protect fine wines from breakage and temperature fluctuations during transit. Because of EPS shipping containers, mail order steaks stay frozen ...

Essentra Introduces New Duraco Red Film Tape

(Label/Tape)

August 11, 2014, ... of a transparent tape over graphics or text. Revealing the graphics during and after application of the tape. Use in high temperatures. Applications where a thicker film tape is required. Duraco ...

Huhtamaki Films Is Certified for Environmental Efforts

(News | New Products)

August 10, 2014, ... the measured outside temperature. This means the system is optimally prepared for any weather conditions and is therefore sustainable: Four million kilowatt hours of natural gas and 800 tons of CO2 are ...

IMDA Awards | In-Mold Decorating Assn. Honors 2014 Winners

(Label/Tape)

August 07, 2014, ... registration and tight tolerance forming is achieved through distortion art and a precise control of temperature across the printed sheet.   Best Prototype Package, Gold Award IPL SkinnyPack ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2014 Enhances Focus on Package Printing

(Label/Tape)

August 04, 2014, ... will be displayed. You will see augmented reality, QR codes and scanners, RFID and NFC-enabled smart tags, temperature indicating packaging, and films that prevent food spoilage. The Craft Beverage Day ...

FINAT Recognizes Schreiner MediPharm Labels

(Label/Tape)

July 29, 2014, ... with a "Highly Commended" award in the "promotional labels" category, also performs several functions in a single label. A temperature indicator, UV protection for the inspection window, detachable ...

Coating Matters | Steam Remoisturizing Technology for Paper-Based Labels, Pt. 1

(Coating/Laminating)

July 21, 2014, ... typically require high temperature curing, which creates moisture imbalances between the paper substrate and the coating or laminated layer(s). These imbalances, if significant, cause static electricity ...

Slot Die Coating Technology

(Mark's Coating Matters)

July 16, 2014, ... required. This process has been successful in replacing other coating methods in applying many types of solutions. A slot die is a device that is capable of holding a fluid’s temperature, distributing ...

Ideal Labels Delivering Complete Digital Flexo Solution

(News | New Products)

July 15, 2014, ... challenges solved "Film did not offer much consistency, due to the ever-changing chemistry and other variables such as laser intensity, film density and temperature," Kailas says. "Plates would come out ...

Graco System Named Award Finalist

(Coating/Laminating)

June 29, 2014, ... reach operating temperature. “InvisiPac was engineered to solve the complex and costly problems associated with traditional hot melt systems that rely on a tank to bring adhesives up to a temperature ...

Label Cap Combination Provides Counterfeit Protection

(Flexpack)

June 18, 2014, ... to shrink-wrap solutions, the label construction can be applied without using heat, making the solution viable for temperature-sensitive medicines. The pharmaceutical manufacturer's label and brand design ...

Jindal Films Launches Three Films

(Materials)

June 09, 2014, ... OPP film is a metallized, surface-printable monoweb solution with a broad seal range and operating window for high-speed horizontal f/f/s packaging. Company says the film, with a very low temperature seal ...

Coating Matters | Stop Defects Before They Start

(Coating/Laminating)

May 26, 2014, ... of layers, number of coatings, placement of coatings, dry coat weight, uniformity required, coat width, coating temperature, product yield, quality) Solution (percent solids, solvent type, viscosity, ...

Processing Tips to Prevent Gauge Bands - Part 3

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

May 12, 2014, ... with a drool stick, turn the extruder off, then go home? Or... C)  Reduce temperatures gradually, plug it with a drool stick when the temperatures are low enough, then shut the machine off and go home? ...

DuPont Awards | Consumer Convenience Rates High Marks

(Flexpack)

May 12, 2014, ... out of the package into a boiling pot. Ultra-high-temperature milk pouches from Parakh Agro Industries, India, keep milk fresh without refrigeration for up to 90 days and enable it to be consumed without ...

Processing Tips to Prevent Gauge Bands - Part 2

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

May 12, 2014, ... suggesting start-up procedures that will reduce polymer degradation to the point where gauge bands will not be seen or detected.  The main theme was to reduce the time and temperature that the stagnant ...

Processing Tips to Prevent Gauge Bands - Part 1

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

May 08, 2014, ... machine is properly and methodically brought up to temperature so that degradation due to excessive temperature and residence time is minimized.  It is no longer acceptable that the extruder and die heaters ...

Release Liner | Global Suppliers Must Meet Local Needs

(Label/Tape)

May 07, 2014, ... as process liners and as part of the end product. Release liners, both paper and film, contribute dimensional stability; consistent, controlled release properties; temperature resistance; impart a matte ...

McLoone Adds Digital UV-Inkjet Printer

(News | New Products)

May 05, 2014, ... 0.01 in. (254µm) thick. The DSI’s chill drum, which comes as standard, ensures these heat-sensitive substrates remain at a constant, cool temperature, eliminating the risk of material shrinkage, and ensuring ...