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Heat Technologies Updates Demo Facility

(Coating/Laminating)

August 22, 2017, ... advanced acoustic intensity and temperature rates. Among the new successful applications is curing of adhesive on nonwoven textiles, curing of 100% solids silicones, various heavy-coverage water-based ...

Corrugated Report Shows Environmental Progress

(Carton Box)

July 02, 2017, ... ozone depletion, respiratory effects, fossil fuel depletion; and four inventory indicators: water use, water consumption, renewable energy demand, and non-renewable energy demand. The corrugated industry ...

Smithers Pira Reports on Functional & Barrier Coatings

(Coating/Laminating)

May 28, 2017, ... packaging, and the need for functional and barrier properties. Aseptic packaging continues to expand the use of aluminum foil as a barrier coating for paperboard packaging, while water-based, other high-barrier ...

Mica Adds Photovoltaic Array for Clean Energy

(Coating/Laminating)

May 01, 2017, ... supplier of water-borne primers and coatings for the flexible packaging industry, says the new photovoltaic solar panel system atop its headquarters in Shelton, CT, will generate clean energy starting ...

Green Converting | Nestlé Pulls No Punches on Bioplastics

(Flexpack)

January 09, 2017, ... tool that takes into account the entire life cycle of a product, uses a representative set of relevant indicators—i.e., greenhouse gas emissions, water consumption, non-renewable energy and minerals, impacts ...

Lachenmeier Shows Stretch Hood Machine

(Carton Box)

November 02, 2016, ... are not only quickly and effectively secured but also free of contaminates and moisture, company says. Stretch hood film inherently offers waterproof protection—ensuring loads are kept dry from the elements. ...

UPM Raflatac & Baumgarten Collaborate on LCA

(Label/Tape)

September 07, 2016, ... of water consumption by one-third (equaling more than 3,000 loads of laundry), a decrease in solid waste by 20% (the equivalent of the daily waste generated by nearly 500 Brazilian citizens), and a decrease ...

UPM Raflatac to Feature Wide-Ranging Display at Labelexpo Americas

(Label/Tape)

August 27, 2016, ... of different label stock products and get credible information on the environmental performance of their labels in terms of energy usage, water consumption, and carbon dioxide emissions. This tool covers ...

Show Preview | GRAPH EXPO 2016 Heads to Orlando

(Trends/Management)

August 24, 2016, ... input with precision imaging, punching, and transport. Showing the new Blackwood Emerald UV plate that minimizes the consumption of chemicals and water for UV exposed plates. EFI (Booth 1349) will feature ...

Show Preview | Labelexpo Americas 2016 Offers Technology in Action

(Label/Tape)

August 08, 2016, ... before the awards ceremony. Comedian Mark Mayfield is the evening's host, and live music will be performed by The Bluewater Kings. The R. Stanton Avery Lifetime Achievement Award, sponsored by Avery Dennison, ...

Kotkamills Starts Production on New Board Machine

(Carton Box)

July 31, 2016, ... plastics traditionally used. The new machine reportedly will provide an increase to the environmental performance of the site by decreasing the consumption of electricity and water compared to the former ...

IoPP Reports AmeriStar Winners

(Carton Box)

June 01, 2016, ... twist on and off to instantly infuse water with an optimal dose of nutrition and flavor. Six twist-cap servings and one custom reusable bottle included. CATEGORY: Beverages, Non-Alcoholic Torani Smoothie ...

Show Preview | Focus on Industrial Printing at drupa 2016

(Print)

April 28, 2016, ... substrates and printing processes.     Amica LR54 narrow web printing system Amica Systems (Hall 6, A17) will introduce a family of water-based pigment inks said to present a safe and economical ...

RadTech Announces 2016 Award Winners

(News | New Products)

April 25, 2016, ... Solutions Novagard has developed what is says is the first industrial UV LED PSA installation on a coating line. Novagard converted a water-based PSA for its 58-in.-wide PVC foam line to a UV LED curable ...

UPM Raflatac and Cielo e Terra Study Wine Bottles

(Label/Tape)

April 20, 2016, ... after the investments, we can identify reductions in greenhouse gas emissions of 10 percent and water consumption of 24 percent during the life cycle of a wine bottle." The LCA demonstrated that glass ...

FTA Awards | Sunshine FPC Wins Two Best of Show Honors

(Print)

March 09, 2016, ... affordable, eco-friendly and waterless technology, consistent cleaning performance, roll after roll is achieved. Its patented head measures the roll before cleaning to determine the right amount of detergent ...

Flexo Printing | Evolution of the Chambered Doctor Blade System

(Print)

February 25, 2016, ... down. Anti-corrosion carbon fiber is not subject to any type of corrosion caused by water-based inks, solvents, and glues. It offers the best resistance against corrosion long term. Main Advantages of ...

Double E Delivers Stored Material to Converting with Solis Accumulator

(News | New Products)

January 10, 2016, Company utilizes advanced Siemens drive and motion control system to maintain integrated tension and material movement during roll changes, no need for separate PLC   BRIDGEWATER, MA | The Solis ...

Clondalkin Develops Lidding Solution for Tea Capsules

(Flexpack)

January 06, 2016, ... designed for the home, uses "loose" tea-leaf capsules, which release tea into a visible brewing orb in order to create the optimum brew, with different water temperatures and brewing times tailored to its ...

Readers Choice | Top 10 New Products of 2015

(Flexpack)

December 01, 2015, ... including water and ink marks, surface line blemishes, and coating residue. It is said to be especially effective on coatings containing silicone. In addition to cleaning anilox rolls, this concentrated ...