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Material Properties, Testing & Applications: Part 2

(Converting Expert)

May 11, 2022, ... stress and strain within the roll. Thru-roll tests are required to understand the magnitude of change.  For a given roll density your physical properties will display a unique thru-roll profile that should ...

Optimizing Contact Cleaning for New Web Applications

(Surface Prep)

May 01, 2022, ... which result in defects, is key to achieving high yields. As new applications involve thinner substrates and innovative types of coating materials the requirements placed on cleaning systems are much more ...

Atmospheric Plasma Treatment

(Surface Prep)

March 31, 2022, ... on delicate and thin substrates and embedded circuitry and metals cannot be treated due to the electrical discharge of corona treatment. Figure 1. LinearPlasma from SOFTAL provides surface treatment ...

The Fundamentals of Adhesive Coatings

(Coating/Laminating)

March 27, 2022, ... be added to reduce or eliminate the potential for air bubbles to occur within the coating. Tints are often added to control opacity in white or clear substrates. This is a common practice for materials ...

The Euro: 20 Years of Cashing in on Holograms

(Print)

March 20, 2022, ... we look forward to a new age for the euro, one thing is clear: the role of banknotes in any payments eco-system and the need for secure, cost-effective features that the public recognize remains as strong ...

DualSTAR Sets New Standards with Dual Inspection Solution for Flexible Packaging

(News | New Products)

March 14, 2022, ... of printed materials for the first time. The expression “Think twice – think dual” says it all This groundbreaking dual-use inspection system appeals specifically to companies involved in converting ...

Corona or Plasma – Which is Best for Your Process?

(Surface Prep)

March 13, 2022, ... which allows the dosage level of the inert gas to be monitored and adjusted, as required – something you can’t do with Corona treatment. The nitrogen is also more in tune with the carbonyl groups Amine, ...

Multi-Metal Corrosion Protection Offers Strong Static Dissipative Properties

(News | New Products)

March 07, 2022, ... protection and 1 year of ESD protection. The corrosion inhibitors vaporize and condense on all metal surfaces within the enclosed space and diffuse to every area of your part; protecting its exterior, ...

Flexocolor Leads the Way in Delivering Flexo Productivity With Investment in Pureflexo™ Printing From Miraclon

(News | New Products)

February 28, 2022, ... save customers production hours, while ink savings can also be expected. We are talking several thousand Euros per year – something that no one can afford to ignore.” Available through FLEXCEL NX Print ...

Innovation in Sustainability - Sun Chemical Q&A

(Sustainability)

February 24, 2022, ... best practice sustainability standards within your industry? Juhasz: Sustainability is nothing new at Sun Chemical. For well over a decade, Sun Chemical has shown its commitment and market leadership ...

Michelman Invests in Circular Economy Market Expertise

(News | New Products)

February 24, 2022, ... for Michelman's global market strategy and programs that enable sustainable packaging solutions for the Circular Economy within its Printing & Packaging business segment. She will lead Michelman’s efforts ...

Collaboration brings home flexo packaging industry recognition for Sunshine FPC and Trisoft Graphics

(News | New Products)

February 16, 2022, ... things around through a program of R&D, continuous education, training, technology innovation and capital investment. And steadily they have pushed the boundaries of flexo printing, printing with higher ...

Neopac’s Polyfoil MMB® Tube Approved by USA’s Association of Plastic Recyclers

(News | New Products)

February 07, 2022, ... aesthetics, the tubes passed muster both with and without its thin film metallization option. Neopac’s Polyfoil® MMB tubes can reduce packaging carbon footprints by up to 38 percent compared to traditional ...

Davis-Standard will promote a range of converting technology at ICE Europe

(News | New Products)

February 06, 2022, ... new cloud-based IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) platform, DS Activ-Check™, enabling converters to take advantage of digital transformation for preventative maintenance and improve operations. The ...

Delivering Innovative Solutions to Converters and Packagers

(Bag Pouch)

January 13, 2022, ... your punching, perforating, and slitting needs. We are your one-stop shop for all things converting and packaging. We sell the equipment (units) and the tooling (wear parts) needed for your application. ...

QC Electronics, Inc. – Corona Treatment Specialists

(Corona, Flame, Plasma)

January 11, 2022, ... spent a lot of time rethinking and innovating our line of equipment. Our stations are now completely touch controlled and automated, allowing operators to finetune their corona treaters to deliver precise ...

Converting Machinery Leadership for Better Processing

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

January 10, 2022, ... and the use of the IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) for improved performance analytics Promotion of best practices through informational seminars and webinars, delivered by in-house industry experts ...

Rust to Tech, Part II

(Coating/Laminating)

December 19, 2021, ... into higher technologies improve everything from throughput to energy reduction. Processes often use dryer ovens or infrared drying. Today, many have gone from decades-old traditional equipment to technologies ...

Toray Plastics (America), Inc., Appoints Chris Nothnagle to the Position of Senior Director, New Business Development

(News | New Products)

December 15, 2021, ... excel in his new role leading our combined R&D and Corporate Marketing efforts for the future.” “Ken has always been highly-respected by his colleagues at Toray and within the industry. His tenure with ...

The Discovery, Development of Glitter

(Roll Handling)

December 12, 2021, ... went to thinner gauge and with better heat, light, weather and solvent resistance. During the 1960s aluminum foil sheets were down to thicknesses of 0.0008 and 0.00045 in. with polished surfaces. Coatings ...