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- Electron Beam Curing in Flexible Packaging
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- August 31, 2001, ... generally not impacted by the addition of slip additives since the solvents dissolve the materials. These materials are actually often part of the solvent ink itself. With EB inks, these materials will ...
- So You've Seen a Ghost! Who You Gonna Call
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- July 31, 2001, ... other ink or coating components can migrate to the backside of the printed material. Plasticizers, surfactants, and other additives can find their way to the backside of the printed roll. Occasionally, ...
- Party Defection Brings a Sea Change in the Senate
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- June 30, 2001, ... FDA's reorganization effort to create a new Office of Food Additive Safety (OFAS). Replacing the Office of Premarket Approval, the new structure is organized on functional lines to streamline operations. ...
- Assessing the Potential for Ink Transfer and Migration
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- June 30, 2001, ... the roll or into the cup, they would require compliance as “food additives.” Good manufacturing practices established over many years within the converting and printing industry reduce the chances of ...
- SUBSTRATES REPORT: From Resins to Finished Product - Conformability, Durability, Affordability
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- June 30, 2001, ... the removal of old graphics. Substrate manufacturers hope to combat cold crack with additives that will help vinyl retain its flexibility, even at lower temperatures. Polyester Meeting the Challenge ...
- Materials
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- May 31, 2001, ... features include excellent elevated temperature performance; easy-release, 74# liner that enhances die-cutting; high peel strength; high shear resistance; and a biostatic additive that inhibits microbial ...
- Division Conference Offers Varied Program
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- May 31, 2001, ... vinyl alcohol resins in modified atmosphere packaging for fresh meat, and coextrudable tie resins. A session on “Additives Basics” will offer papers covering colorants, metal stearates, and UV stabilizers. ...
- The Sweet Smell of Success in Coatings and Adhesives
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- April 30, 2001, ... These usually are impractical in converting, however, since the use of these types of additives can interfere with the normal functions of an adhesive or coating. In addition, the odor of a masking agent ...
- Materials
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- April 30, 2001, ... coverage, without smearing during subsequent operations, including die-cutting. Additive Provides Antistatic Properties ADM Tronics Unlimited Inc., Northvale, NJ; 201/784-0620; admtronics.com Co. ...
- High Clarity Linear Low Density Polyethylene for Packaging Applications
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- April 30, 2001, ... Blown films of 1 mil were produced on a monolayer line. Barefoot — no slip or antiblock additives — films and films with 2500 ppm of a silica antiblock were extruded for the study. Film testing used 23°C ...
- In This Industry, Green Doesn't Always Mean G
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- February 28, 2001, ... example, consider a slip coating. This material provides a certain degree of slip or COF after application to a substrate. Such coatings often work by incorporating a wax or other slip additive into the ...
- Products
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- February 28, 2001, ... high graphics printing of flexible packaging and labels. The polymer's black appearance comes from a lubricating additive said to help extend blade life; the combination of blade and lubricant also is said ...
- Odd Shape? Odd Substrate? You Might Try Pad Printing
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- January 31, 2001, ... solvent-based inks composed of binders, pigments, thinners, and additives. The complexity of the pad printing process requires careful attention to the ink drying and tack buildup. End-use requirements ...
- A Communication from the PLACE Div. of TAPPI
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- January 30, 2001, ... and solve difficulties in converting variables such as substrates, equipment, additives, treating, and coatings. By exploring practical examples, students will learn how to convert successfully for optimum ...
- Air Gap Dynamics: Effect on Molecular Properties and Heat Seal
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- December 31, 2000, ... with melt index of 1.7 dg/min and density of 0.926 g/cm superscript 3. The molecular weight distribution was narrow, the side chain branching was minimal, and no additives were present. Using the same ...
- Film Extrusion Committee News
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- November 30, 2000, ... sessions: "Extrusion Primer Plus"; "Extrusion Troubleshooting"; "Polypropylene"; "Extrusion Beyond the Die"; "New Materials and Applications"; "SPE Exchange"; Additives Primer"; "Advanced Additives"; "Film Processing: ...
- Materials
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- November 30, 2000, ... as Pantone formulations. Inspect Adhesive Patterns without Additives Nordson Corp., Duluth, GA; 770/497-3715; nordson.com The VeriTec G-Net verification system provides real-time monitoring and on-line ...
- TAPPI's the PLACE to Sponsor Short Courses in Dalla
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- November 29, 2000, ... of the technical aspects of extrusion coating. The sessions will cover polymers and additives, equipment, adhesion, safety, process troubleshooting, safety, and related items. The course will be especially ...
- Is Food Contact Notification a Proprietary Right?
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- October 31, 2000, ... for the intended use. If FDA does not object to the notification within 120 days of receipt, the substance may be legally marketed for the notified use. Unlike food additive regulations, the notification ...
- The Formation of ''Microfoam'' in Water-Based Flexo Ink
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- October 31, 2000, ... doctor blades. The generation of these small air bubbles into the ink puts great demand on the ink anti-foam additives. So much area is created that there is insufficient anti-foam to effectively control ...