Critical Trends

Pack-Smart Inc. Celebrates 25 Years of Packaging, Print Innovation

(News | New Products)

November 21, 2024, Pack-Smart Inc., a global leader in designing and manufacturing advanced automated solutions for digital print finishing and specialty packaging, celebrates its 25th anniversary milestone. Photo ...

Keypoint Intelligence Publishes 2023-2028 Outlook for the Wide Format Printing Market

(News | New Products)

November 21, 2024, ... shows that the wide format market is at a critical juncture,” said Eric Zimmerman, Principal Analyst for Wide Format Print at Keypoint Intelligence. “Businesses need to adapt to evolving customer demands ...

PAC Strapping Products Introduces STRAPBLASTER™ Technology for Cleaning Debris Buildup for Automated Strapping Machines

(News | New Products)

November 21, 2024, ... buildup. Over time, dust and particles from strapping materials accumulate around critical components, leading to feed errors and equipment downtime. To tackle this issue, STRAPBLASTER™ Technology utilizes ...

Abbott Label: A Legacy of Innovation and Service in Partnership with Mark Andy

(News | New Products)

November 12, 2024, As large, multinational label groups continue to acquire small and midsize players, supplier partnerships are becoming increasingly vital. As large, multinational label groups continue to acquire ...

Flexible packaging pivot accelerates SunDance’s growth Partnership with BW Converting fuels market penetration for Florida printer

(News | New Products)

November 12, 2024, SunDance USA made a game-changing move amid the downtrends that accompanied the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic by transitioning into flexible packaging. SunDance USA made a game-changing move amid ...

Merging Innovation and Sustainability in Flexible Packaging

(Bag Pouch)

November 03, 2024, Optimizing Product Protection, Minimizing Material Usage Optimizing Product Protection, Minimizing Material Usage By Swapna Gawale, Research Consultant, Towards Packaging Flexibility in packaging ...

Project Management?

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

November 03, 2024, ... project. With expanded vendor services and industry supplier consolidations, it has never been more critical to have solid "Project Management". In some cases, it can be simple, an off the shelf product ...

Maxcess International Acquires International Cutting Die to Expand Presence in the Nonwoven Industry and Strengthens Global Tooling Leadership

(News | New Products)

October 29, 2024, ... to expand our product offerings and deepen our relationships within nonwoven and other critical and emerging industries." The nonwoven industry has experienced significant growth due to increasing demand ...

Laser Cutting for Automating the Cutting Process in Labels & Packaging Applications

(Slit)

October 27, 2024, ... cutting operations. Advanced Software: Software integration is critical in automating laser cutting. Design files created using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software are directly fed into laser cutting ...

MoistTech Corp highlights the IR3000 Moisture Sensors for Pulp and Paper Applications

(News | New Products)

October 23, 2024, ... thickness, and temperature analysis throughout the paper and pulp production process. Maintaining precise measurements is critical in pulp and paper production, where variations in moisture content can ...

Hibiscus Upgrades Flexo Process with MA Print Products VPM200 HD Plate Mounter

(News | New Products)

October 14, 2024, ... MAPP European Operations Director, welcomed the installation of another of the company's plate mounters in the market. He said: “These are critical pieces of equipment to ensuring the future success of ...

The Balancing Act of Equipment, Labor and Raw Materials

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 13, 2024, ... and make real-time adjustments are included. Raw materials are the foundation. Consistency and purity are key factors in production.
Source, growing conditions and processing methods are critical to ...

Cortec® Launches EcoSonic® Bubble Film and Bags that Combine Cushioning Packaging with Permanent ESD protection and VpCI® Corrosion Protection Technology

(News | New Products)

October 09, 2024, ESD managers in the electronics industry are well-aware of the critical threat electrostatic discharge poses to electronic equipment. Photo courtesy of Cortec® ESD managers in the electronics ...

Optimize PEM Fuel Cell Loadings with Continuous Monitoring & Control

(News | New Products)

October 08, 2024, ... Pt, Ir, or exploring other fuel cell loadings, NEX LS provides: Continuous monitoring of loadings to identify critical defects immediately — NEX LS is an in-line system that streamlines production ...

Ensuring Clean Cuts in the Converting Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 06, 2024, ... can optimize their cutting processes and improve the quality of their products. Blade Tooth Styles: Matching the Application The choice of blade tooth style is critical to achieving clean cuts in the ...

Hybrid Software Announces ‘Hybrid Fusion’ Customer Conference to Shape the Future of Labels and Packaging

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, Hybrid Software has announced its inaugural worldwide customer conference: Hybrid Fusion. Hybrid Software has announced its inaugural worldwide customer conference: Hybrid Fusion. This event will ...

Enhancing Battery Production with Advanced Cleaning and Static Control

(Surface Prep)

September 29, 2024, ... Contamination Control Throughout the battery production process, from electrode fabrication to final assembly, maintaining cleanliness is critical. During electrode manufacturing, cutting and slitting ...

Battery Show Continues to Grow Globally Registration Opens for New Detroit Location

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

September 26, 2024, ... 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia and in Asia, Hong Kong. "The rapid acceleration is proof point to the infinite opportunities available in the industry and the critical need to engage with ongoing in-person and ...

Labelexpo Americas 2024

(News | New Products)

September 26, 2024, Spring Into Action and Achieve Print Success Spring Into Action and Achieve Print Success Registration for Labelexpo Americas 2024, the Americas largest label and package printing technology trade ...

Detroit Hosts The Battery Show: A New Era for EV and Battery Tech

(News | New Products)

September 25, 2024, ... Leaders' Roundtable discussions will address critical issues ranging from the transition of lithium as a specialty chemical, now a global commodity, to the implications of the upcoming presidential election ...

UFlex Founder, Chairman and Managing Director Recognized as “Business Leader of the Decade” at 21st Indo-US Economic Summit

(News | New Products)

September 24, 2024, ... Chaturvedi delivered an address on the critical role that flexible packaging plays in India’s exports to the US. He also highlighted the role of flexible packaging across the entire spectrum of food security ...

Modern Drying and Curing

(Coating/Laminating)

September 18, 2024, Pioneering Advances in UV to LED Conversion, Chemistry Transitions and Sustainable Practices Pioneering Advances in UV to LED Conversion, Chemistry Transitions and Sustainable Practices By Chris ...

Sticking Points in Electronics Labeling

(Coating/Laminating)

September 11, 2024, In the electronic components sec-tor, enhancing durability for labels and marking solutions exposed to harsh cleaning chemicals can be mission-critical. By Ralph Rhein, Technical Director, IDENTCO ...

Finding Hidden Value: Did You Know that Parts can be "Plasma Coated?

(Coating/Laminating)

September 04, 2024, ... a huge impact? Hidden gems that we don't always notice? Single and Dual Layer Release and Wear Resistant Coating Systems have been used in many markets for decades. Mostly recognizable on critical rollers ...

PSA Tapes Key to Enhancing EV Battery Design and Production

(Print)

August 29, 2024, ... To meet these targets, battery manufacturers are working to address critical issues for widening EV adoption by extending vehicle ranges and reducing costs. Pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA) tapes are ...

Flint Group and Xeikon to Highlight Corrugated Printing Innovations at SuperCorrExpo 2024

(News | New Products)

August 19, 2024, Flint Group and its Digital Solutions division, Xeikon, will attend SuperCorrExpo 2024, North America’s largest corrugated industry event. Flint Group and its Digital Solutions division, Xeikon, ...

A Deeper Look at UV Inks in Label Production

(Surface Prep)

August 16, 2024, ... digital jobs. Although convenient, the substrate plays a critical role in ink adhesion, and it's up to the converter to assess ink and substrate compatibility to ensure proper ink adhesive and avoid chipping ...

Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. announces Director of Strategic Accounts

(News | New Products)

August 08, 2024, Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. (A&V), a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic printing supplies and equipment Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. (A&V), a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic ...

International Molded Fiber Association Unveils Speaker Lineup for September Conference in Carlsbad, CA

(Upcoming Conference News)

August 04, 2024, The International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) is excited to announce the full speaker lineup for its highly anticipated 26th Annual Conference The International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA) ...

PPG appoints Amy Mercante General Manager of Specialty Products

(News | New Products)

July 23, 2024, ... products offerings provide real solutions, bring significant value to our customers and enhance the surfaces and materials critical in our daily lives,” said Mercante. “I look forward to engaging with ...