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ExxonMobil Polymer Is for Cast Power Pre-Stretch Films

(Materials)

April 06, 2015, ...  “Although the functional layer of a stretch film comprises only about 10 to 15 percent of the total film composition, the intrinsic properties of the material used in that layer are key to performance,” ...

NPE 2015 Wrap-up

(Tom’s Poly Ploys)

March 31, 2015, ... Maffei displayed an interesting horizontal cast sheet with multiple rolls, smaller than traditional calendar stacks, that promote heat transfer and thus more uniform physical properties, clarity, camber, ...

Toray Announces Metallized BOPP

(Materials)

March 30, 2015, ... channels makes shelf life a primary concern of the CPG," says Kerri Boyens, product manager of the Torayfan Division. "PWX5 metallized BOPP film, with its barrier-protection capabilities, is the solution ...

Allied Plastics Holdings Launches Synthetic Paper

(Materials)

March 27, 2015, EcoTag I and 2 synthetic paper is said to offer high quality type and other properties in demanding narrow web uses   NEWARK, NJ | Allied Plastics Holdings, a Sigma Plastics Group company, has launched ...

Dual Spiral Systems Offers Compact Die

(Coating/Laminating)

March 24, 2015, ... providing the same film properties offered from company’s traditional die. Reported benefits include: • Improved thickness uniformity • Flex crack resistance • Reduces odor and oxygen transmission ...

AIMCAL Awards | Golf Balls & Ceramic Balls Are Game Winners

(Coating/Laminating)

March 18, 2015, ... PE combines eye-catching graphics with barrier properties. According to Celplast, half of the aluminum oxide-coated PET is metallized. The stripe-metallized film is then laminated to the printed web. The ...

Flexible Packaging | Coveris, Cryovac Big Winners at FPA Awards

(Flexpack)

March 03, 2015, ... to the processor via film reduction of up to 40% with no material scrap, unequaled merchandising opportunities to the retailer using vertical display capability, and provides a freezer ready protective ...

AWA Release Liner Event Coming Up

(Label/Tape)

February 11, 2015, ... 15 years by AWA Conferences & Events, and alternates between Europe and US. AWA says this year’s program reflects the many markets, opportunities, and challenges the release liner industry faces and ...

Coating, Casting, and Curtains

(Coating/Laminating)

January 29, 2015, ... chemistries onto a substrate at once. The main disadvantages mirror curtain coating with the added issue of requiring a chemist to develop an understanding of what viscosities will layer without mixing. ...

Sharpen your skills at ICE USA 2015

(Static-Beat)

January 28, 2015, ICE USA 2015 is shaping up to be an excellent event. You’ll be able to see the latest technologies from many of the world’s top companies. And, you have at least three different opportunities ...

Cosmo Films Offers Direct Thermal Label Films

(Label/Tape)

January 20, 2015, ... good scuff and water resistance, lends an excellent paper-like matte finish, and produces a dark image on printing. Available in thickness varieties of 50 and 75 microns in single-layer structure and 100 ...

Amcor Introduces AOF on Child-Resistant Blister Lidding

(Flexpack)

January 14, 2015, ... with this drastic reduction in material usage and weight, AOF maintains product stability with no compromise to the barrier layer or the seal integrity of the package. The senior-friendly qualities and ...

Mondi's Pinch Pro Bag Supports Powdered Product

(Bag Pouch)

January 07, 2015, ... with Pinch Pro, and the other end designed to suit the packager’s chosen closing technique, whether sewing or another method. Branding Opportunities Abound In addition to superior material strength, ...

Show Preview | ICE USA 2015 Returns to Orlando with Added Features

(Trends/Management)

January 05, 2015, ... announced. Wednesday, February 11 "Ask the Expert" participant German Laverde, director of Plasto Intl. LLC, will present the keynote address on Wednesday. Laverde will discuss the realities and challenges ...

Readers Choice | Top 10 New Products of 2014

(Flexpack)

December 29, 2014, ... of benefits that go far beyond just holding the contents, readers of PFFC’s E-Clips newsletter showed the most interest in materials that provide packages with ultra-high barrier properties, kill bacteria, ...

Rondo-Pak Offers Multi-Media Packaging

(Carton Box)

December 09, 2014, Interactive technology ideal for clinical trial packaging, product launch kits NORRISTOWN, PA | Rondo-Pak is offering multi-media packaging with interactive technologies that allow for enhanced patient ...

Cloud-Based Software | Remote Monitoring Gets a Boost

(Trends/Management)

December 07, 2014, ... However, 40 is a fairly common score for facilities just starting to measure OEE. The disparity drives the growing adoption of cloud-based, OEE measurement Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions embedded ...

Do Your Homework to Solve Telescoping Roll Problems

(Web Handling)

December 03, 2014, ... winding nip roller control (starting nip load, tapering versus diameter or speed). What is the stack modulus? One of the biggest factors in winding is the mechanical compress properties of your product ...

IMDA Holds 2nd Annual Educational Symposium

(Label/Tape)

December 01, 2014, ... switch due to increased competition, sustainability benefits, increased shelf appeal, barrier opportunities, container shapes, and to rebrand/refresh a mature product line. “Collaboration is key,” he ...

OMET Press Is a Research Aid

(News | New Products)

November 27, 2014, ... to allow ICI to offer more possibilities. One of the goals is to add something more than color to printed products and the final goal is to give them functionalities. “Conducting current, changing colors, ...