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Michelman Joins the International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) to Help Advance Fiber-Based Packaging in a Circular Economy

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March 11, 2021, ... has expanded its network by joining the International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA). IMFA’s mission is to promote the global use of molded fiber products and advocate for environmental sustainability. ...

Now What?!! AICC’s Next Converter Think Tank

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March 09, 2021, ... The Timken Company, Mobility Works, Gardner Denver, VMI, Pragmatic Marketing, Frito-Lay, & many other industry leaders. With a long history of building, training, coaching, & leading sales teams, the National ...

Troubleshooting Defects in Extrusion Coating

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March 07, 2021, ... top level defect classification scheme The database can show all similar previous cases, see what was tried before and what worked.  For example, a rough pattern on the surface could be melt fracture ...

The Back Page: Taking it back 64 years

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February 17, 2021, ... high-volume, mass distributed items economically, pouch materials are hard to beat. Close teamwork between converter, customer and package machine maker is essential to production of better packages and ...

EFI VUTEk Portfolio Reaches Greater Heights with New XT Super High Speed Hybrid Printer

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January 31, 2021, ... well as three-quarter in and out and full pallet-to-pallet automation options. All options minimize the need for operator intervention and speed work through the printer. The EFI VUTEk XT is part of ...

How BOBST is supporting Converters' Demands in Corrugated Packaging

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January 18, 2021, BOBST, a leading equipment manufacturer, works hand-in-hand with converters to enable them to produce fault-free packaging and satisfy the needs of their clients. BOBST, a leading equipment manufacturer, ...

ePac Flexible Packaging Continues Explosive Growth; Reduces Customer Lead Time

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January 17, 2021, ... ePac can now offer the industry’s shortest lead time of five business days for roll stock orders. Lead time on finished pouches remains at 15 days, while the company works to reduce this as well. ePac’s ...

Air Cleaning Blowers (ACBs)

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January 06, 2021, Air Cleaning Blowers, LLC reported it is working diligently to help control the spread of germs during this current pandemic. Air Cleaning Blowers, LLC reported it is working diligently to help control ...

Mondi Helps to Reduce Plastic Use and CO2 Footprint With New Paper-based Diaper Packaging for Drylock

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December 17, 2020, ... machines. “We work closely with our clients using our customer-centric EcoSolutions approach to create packaging that is fit for purpose – using paper where possible, plastic when useful. With Drylock ...

This 18-Year-Old Flexo Wash Machine Still Cleans Every Day

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December 10, 2020, Flexo Wash is excited to announce that the first FW 3000 Flexo Wash Anilox Cleaner, which was sold and distributed over 18 years ago, is still in continual use and working great. Flexo Wash is excited ...

BOBST Celebrates Double Win at EDP Awards

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December 09, 2020, ... enables quality control of sheet sizes up to 2800 x 1600 mm. With enhanced digital projection and lighting, it provides augmented images of samples and original artwork, removing the need for printed overlays ...

Markem-Imaje Wins Award for Ink Safety and Sustainability Campaign

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December 09, 2020, Inks used to code products can be hazardous to factory workers, end-users and the environment, particularly inexpensive options. Inks used to code products can be hazardous to factory workers, end-users ...

Pacificolor Hires Industry Expert Bart Wright

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December 08, 2020, ... years of experience working in manufacturing and graphics, Bart looks forward to helping to grow and solidify Pacificolor as one of the leader’s in the industry through continued innovation, disruptive ...

Production Value Left on the Surface of the Roller

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November 29, 2020, ... At any given time, 30 percent of in-house rolls from end users do not have purchase orders or tracking information. The lack of clear specifications and sloppy paperwork cultivates a mindset of being loose ...

HOW TO: Prevent Defects From Reaching Your Customers

(HOW TO Guide)

November 15, 2020, ... the splice reaches the location of the WebFlagger. How the Novation AF3 WebFlagger Works The AF3 WebFlagger takes operator contact with the web out of the defect-marking process. With the press ...

HOW TO: Identify What Perforation Method is Right for Your Application

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November 15, 2020, ... Will Work Best for my Project? This question is literally the reason why we have become a one-stop shop for perforating solutions. We take the following simple steps to take you from concept to production: ...

Digital Print for Corrugated – The Future Condition of Things

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November 05, 2020, ... on one side and then the personalized, interactive or topical subject matter digitally printed on the inside. Voila! The best of both world’s working in harmony to provide a value-added solution. Nonetheless, ...

W&H – Vutz to Join Supervisory Board Steinbeck Named New CEO

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November 04, 2020, Windmöller & Hölscher announced Dr. Jürgen Vutz, CEO and managing partner at machinery manufacturer, will join the company’s supervisory board beginning January 1, 2021. Windmöller & Hölscher ...

Bosch Rexroth’s New Avenues In Automation

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November 01, 2020, ... modules and HMIs. The solutions include: ctrlX WORKS: the software and engineering toolbox for ctrlX AUTOMATION. It is synonymous with simple app-based engineering and saves machine manufacturers ...

Machine Engineering to Address the Needs of Emerging Flexible Films

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October 27, 2020, ... film structures, such as fully recyclable films. As new materials hit the market, converters should work with machine OEMs that can engineer equipment to efficiently and effectively convert films with ...