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PIA Announces InterTech Awards

(Print)

August 09, 2016, ... pursue opportunities in 3D production. The workflow converts 3D models into separate layers according to a paper's thickness that are then laser cut on the Highcon Beam. InSoft took home an award for ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2016 Offers Technology in Action

(Label/Tape)

August 08, 2016, Opportunities to optimize your workflow are just some of the possibilities you’ll discover at this bi-annual label and package printing event. Opportunities to optimize your workflow are just some ...

Updates from TAPPI, SPI & the Industry

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

August 01, 2016, ... Fall Technical Conference (on Sunday, Oct. 9, 8:30 A.M.–12 P.M.), on the use of coextrusion to improve barrier properties for flexible packaging. This will be an in-depth look at coextruded structures ...

Constantia Brings Blister Eco Lidding to U.S.

(Flexpack)

July 26, 2016, ... Eco also enjoys excellent barrier properties over thermoformed blister bottom film; for example, water vapor barrier properties are greatly enhanced compared with thermoformed blister base webs made from ...

Common Laminating Techniques & Associated Adhesives

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

July 10, 2016, ... a structure with unique and useful properties. The common laminating techniques used today are shown below in table form.Ideas for further development of future blogs are welcome. Type of Lamination ...

Toray Plastics (America) Reports Lidding Film

(Flexpack)

July 05, 2016, LumiLid XL7AF PET lidding film, for use with PP food trays, is said to offer anti-fog and easy-to-peel properties NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI | Toray Plastics (America), US manufacturer of polypropylene, polyester, ...

Dow Adds Barrier to Recycling Technology

(Bag Pouch)

June 18, 2016, ...  Accredo Packaging dishwasher pods now on shelves were developed using RecycleReady Technology without the barrier properties, which have now been added “Working together with the Sustainable Packaging ...

AVT Integrates Visualead Code Technology

(Controls)

June 10, 2016, ... us to develop and introduce new QR-enabled solutions in our target markets at an accelerated pace,” says Nevo Alva, Visualead co-founder and CEO. “No less importantly, AVT’s inspection capabilities will ...

Cosmo Films Sets Up CPP Line

(Flexpack)

June 10, 2016, ... heat seal strength, good thermal stability, good puncture resistance, excellent clarity and printing, and barrier properties. The film also is said to yield good economics owing to its low density. Some ...

Common Barrier Packaging Polymers—Their Functions & Applications

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

June 05, 2016, ...  Below is a table of common polymers used in multilayer food packaging. It should come in handy for R&D personnel and perhaps even marketing and sales people when presenting a list of capabilities to ...

Ampacet Reports Alternative to Paper

(Flexpack)

May 14, 2016, ... benefits of strength and moisture barrier properties. “Paper 2.0 imparts the hand-crafted look of paper combined with various textural options, and all with the multi-faceted functionality of flexible ...

Flexible Packaging | Mondi Jackson Invests to Maintain Innovation

(Bag Pouch)

May 09, 2016, ... president of Mondi Jackson, “and a fun company to work with. Our employees regularly volunteer to participate in philanthropic community activities, like the Cape Heart Walk, which raises funds for the ...

Uflex Announces CPP Film

(Flexpack)

May 08, 2016, ... a Robust Seal Performance CPP (cast polypropylene) Film said to have widespread use in addressing different types of packaging needs and exhibiting superior sealing functionalities.  Laminate with ...

Toray BOPP Used for PVdC-Free Lamination

(Flexpack)

May 01, 2016, ... with barrier properties achieved by means of company’s resin technology and a proprietary, non-PVdC barrier layer. The non-barrier side of CBS2 film is designed for heat sealability. PPC was receptive ...

Show Preview | Focus on Industrial Printing at drupa 2016

(Print)

April 28, 2016, ... in high fidelity digital printing. Also showing pigments for a variety of analog printing technologies and applications. For printed electronics, company will show its product portfolio and capabilities ...

TRESU Coater Is Part of a Digital Line at Alexir

(News | New Products)

April 09, 2016, ... niches or local markets. According to Claire Summersby, marketing manager at the Alexir Partnership, “Before we invested in digital capabilities, we would get enquires for runs of perhaps 500 cartons, ...

Bobst Enters Negotiations with WIFAG-Polytype

(Coating/Laminating)

April 03, 2016, ... this acquisition, BOBST intends to leverage the strengths of both companies and to continue growing its coating technology business internationally. The proposed transaction is subject to the parties ...

AIMCAL Awards | Toothpaste Carton Is 'Touching' Winne

(Coating/Laminating)

March 16, 2016, ... barrier properties and resistance to abrasion and moisture, and does not affect recyclability. Enhanced stiffness and tube-to-tube consistency boost filling efficiency up to 15%. For converter Viva Healthcare ...

Constantia Flexibles Introduces Quality Tests

(News | New Products)

March 13, 2016, ... a pattern of high-resolution dots is printed on the Coldform laminate which, when stretched, changes. The Live Stress Check sample, with cavities formed under production conditions, is inspected with a ...

Dow and Nordmeccanica Collaborate

(Coating/Laminating)

February 28, 2016, ... in packaging lamination without interrupting their own commercial production. The collaboration agreement between Dow and Nordmeccanica will also enable similar capabilities at additional Pack Studios ...