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Solvay Announces Groundbreaking Solution for Recycling PVDC

(News | New Products)

September 28, 2021, ... used in food, beverage and healthcare multilayer barrier packaging across the world. The proof of concept involves a process to recycle Ixan® PVDC bioriented film from a post-industrial waste source ...

Advantages and Disadvantages of Coating Methods

(Upcoming Conference News)

September 26, 2021, ... +/-2 percent or better. Also, with the introduction of new, exotic, and expensive raw materials, it will be important to minimize waste from excess coating or exposure to contaminants. Different type of ...

Q & A: NORDMECCANICA

(Coating)

September 20, 2021, ... on that will improve the converting process? Nordmeccanica: A general trend in our industry, in compliance with regulations implemented in the direction of recycling and decomposing wastes, is to reduce ...

Label Printer Achieves Improved Average OEE with AWP CleanPrint Flexo Plates

(News | New Products)

September 20, 2021, ... remaining ink to the printed substrate, reducing press stops for plate cleaning while delivering exceptional consistent quality throughout the entire run. This results in higher quality, less waste, and ...

Going the Distance with Utah PaperBox’s Trim Removal Solution

(News | New Products)

September 09, 2021, A leading manufacturer of custom die-cut packaging based in Salt Lake City, Utah PaperBox (UPB) had become intimately familiar with trim and waste removal issues. A leading manufacturer of custom die-cut ...

Smart Moisture Measurement Technology Continually Optimizes Product and Process Quality for Pulp/Paper Processing

(Flexpack)

September 08, 2021, ... waste and corrective re-processing. The technology is smart because all the calculations are performed inside the sensor and measurements are sent on a 24/7 basis to smartphones, PCs, and other devices ...

Phoseon Introduces Nexus ONE Sustainable UV LED Curing Products for Flexographic Printing

(News | New Products)

September 07, 2021, ... mercury UV curing: Pollution Prevention: 50 percent less CO2 emissions; Energy Savings: Up to 85 percent; Waste Reduction: No spare parts/replacement bulbs; Eco-friendly: Environmentally sustainable ...

Markem-Imaje Launches New Remote User Interface for the SmartDate X30 Thermal Transfer Overprinter

(News | New Products)

September 07, 2021, ... OEM packaging machines. Offering an advanced range of functions, the new SmartDate X30 RUI reportedly reduces downtime, waste and product recalls by minimizing human error. This is achieved through multiple ...

FCL Graphics Sees Dramatic Print Quality Improvement, Will Outfit Third Web Press with Baldwin Vision Systems Technology

(News | New Products)

September 06, 2021, ... resulted in significantly higher print quality and an immediate 50 percent reduction in waste. Based on these results, a third upgrade on a half-web press is scheduled for August. The full-web presses ...

Boost Folding-Gluing Efficiency with the New SPEEDPACK Automatic Packer from BOBST

(News | New Products)

September 02, 2021, ... the packing process and reduce waste, while at the same time optimizing operational accuracy and efficiency. At BOBST, we believe automated technologies and processes are key to enabling progress and future-proofing ...

Pregis Joins the Flexible Packaging Association

(News | New Products)

August 17, 2021, ... regulations such as air, water and waste, and helps advocate industry positions to further sustainability objectives. “The environment is a critical area of interest for Pregis. We have established ...

Roundtable Q&A: Static Control

(Static Elimination)

August 08, 2021, ... productivity and high-quality produced goods. By applying best in class static control technologies converters, packaging printers can prevent production losses, material waste and personnel hazards associated ...

Papresa Implement Opt-Studio to Maximize Performance for Future Infrastructure Development Projects

(News | New Products)

August 01, 2021, ... tool reduces waste and improves machine efficiency while reacting to customer requirements by prioritising urgent orders without missing deadlines for other production throughput.  This is a powerful ...

The Benefits and Potential of Anilox Control

(Surface Prep)

July 25, 2021, ... compensate for a heavily worn anilox) Quicker and more consistent make ready times, leading to… Greatly reduced waste; Higher and more consistent print quality; and Higher production run-hours. ...

ONECode - A new simplified range of solvent-based inks and coatings for European Flexible Packaging converters

(News | New Products)

July 21, 2021, ... reducing process waste, and increasing ease in doing business. The ONECode portfolio reportedly incorporates VertixCode for flexo printing, MatrixCode for gravure, HelixCode for dual purpose inks (flexo ...

Mondi and Unilever Serve Up Aluminium-Free Paper-Based Packaging for Colman’s Meal Makers

(News | New Products)

July 20, 2021, ... recyclability in the existing UK paper waste stream. By replacing the previous unrecyclable multi-material laminate with recyclable paper packaging, Mondi supports Unilever in its sustainability targets. ...

Nu-Maber Updates Its Flexo Plate Processing Line to Include the Latest Asahi Photoproducts Technology

(News | New Products)

July 18, 2021, ... reportedly ensure rapid run-up on the press to deliver excellent print quality and minimal waste. Asahi AWP-DEW CleanPrint plates have been specifically developed by Asahi chemical engineers to transfer ...

Defining Reliability in Pouch Equipment

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

July 12, 2021, ... product in a specified amount of time (throughput.) It must have speed capabilities that will maximize productivity. Speed is  important as long as quality is assured, and waste is minimized (efficiency.) ...

Davis-Standard to Promote Range of Technology at Converter’s Expo

(News | New Products)

July 08, 2021, ... will be showcased in adjacent booth 74. Davis-Standard’s liquid coating lines are reportedly designed for lowest uniform coat weights with technology for quick change and reduced waste. The cartridge ...

Properly Select a Web Guide for Your Operation

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

June 30, 2021, ... the only way that an adequate accuracy and precision can be achieved. Certainly, misplacement at higher speed will turn into greater amounts of wasted materials, and important losses in uptime. There is ...