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- Important Considerations When Choosing an OEM
- (Equipment/Machines - Converting)
- January 01, 2023, After visiting industry trade shows like Pack Expo and seeing the impressive new technology demonstrated by Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMS) By Scott Fuller, Pouch Equipment Product Line Manager, ...
- Rust to Tech: Part 5
- (Converting Perspectives)
- January 01, 2023, ... are sensors that report everything from electric current data, to humidity, pressure, temperature, flow and various defect detections. In paper and printing, visual inspection and sensors report imperfections ...
- The Versatility of UV Curing
- (News | New Products)
- December 15, 2022, ... as well as characteristics of the corresponding UV output, are very different. Mercury Vapor Lamps Mercury vapor lamps are a type of medium-pressure, gas discharge lamp in which a small amount of ...
- The “5R” Framework
- (Coating/Laminating)
- December 11, 2022, ... press startups and shutdowns. Renew is about designing products with higher biorenewable content, which immediately translates into CO2 emissions reductions. Recycle is about products that enable enhanced ...
- Automating the Die-cutting Process for Zero-fault Production
- (Equipment/Machines - Converting)
- November 27, 2022, ... pressures to deliver high quality at top speed in shorter runs with less waste, whilst also being equipped to handle new types of board with more recycled content. E-commerce has changed packaging dynamics. ...
- The Value of Atmospheric Plasma
- (Surface Prep)
- November 20, 2022, ... presses, blown film applications and extrusion coating lines. Despite the popularity of corona treatment, there are limitations. Materials to be treated can only be a few millimeters in thickness. Heat ...
- High-Energy K2022 Yields Substantial New Orders for Davis-Standard
- (News | New Products)
- November 15, 2022, The electric atmosphere of K 2022 resounded at Davis-Standard’s exhibit with meaningful customer interactions, hundreds of quality leads, and multiple customer orders! The electric atmosphere of K ...
- Discovering the Correct Covering and Coating
- (News | New Products)
- October 30, 2022, ... to produce an optimal final product. Rubber coverings are temporary, and generally have a predictable lifespan unless a catastrophic event damages the surface (i.e., web wrap up, excessive pressure, etc.). ...
- Glue Tabs: Failures?
- (News | New Products)
- October 30, 2022, ... Hot melt adhesive: 109# Tape: 53# Stitch/staples: 26# What was also reported from the study was that “the compression strength of the box is largely unaffected by the type of joint produced.” ...
- The Pros and Cons of Flexo vs. Gravure Printing
- (Print)
- October 16, 2022, ... a certain impression. Both flexo and gravure printing are reliable forms of product marking. However, each has its own benefits and downsides. From print run length to color radiance, the printing method ...
- GAA honors Golden Cylinder Award winners
- (News | New Products)
- October 11, 2022, ... in the Technical Innovation - Press category for its Registron® advanced register control. The judging panel also awarded an Honorable Mention in the Technical Innovation -Press category. It went to ...
- Toray’s Commitment to Innovation Helps Forge the Future of Flexible Packaging
- (Upcoming Conference News)
- October 10, 2022, ... aimed at helping to build a sustainable society and circular economy. Toray is part of Toray Industries, Inc., a global organization that believes climate change is the most pressing issue of the 21st ...
- Maximizing Labor, Time and Safety with Slitter Rewinder Automation
- (Equipment/Machines - Converting)
- October 09, 2022, ... continues to face limited labor resources and tighter profit margins. Specific to slitting rewinding, for applications such as medical and flexible packaging, pressure-sensitive labels and tapes, automation ...
- A Q&A With CMD on Pouch Converting Industry
- (Bag Pouch)
- October 09, 2022, ... (Compressed Natural Gas) and RNG (Renewable Natural Gas) refueling markets. Custom engineering and product development are available from the 45,000 sq. ft. Technology Center. Experienced CMD technical ...
- Mitsubishi Heavy Industries America Corrugating Machinery Division Launches New Mitsubishi Prefeeder for EVOL at Corrugated Week 2022
- (News | New Products)
- October 05, 2022, ... represent the latest evolution of the company’s EVOL AR Remote Assistance Augmented Reality Program. With some customers reporting an impressive 50% reduction in downtime, EVOL AR allows North America-based ...
- Fresh-Lock Closures Showcase Sustainable Flexible Packaging Innovations at PACK EXPO International
- (Upcoming Conference News)
- September 28, 2022, ... Fresh-Lock® closures, will host “Tackling Packaging Challenges and Pressures” on Innovation Stage 1 (N4560). This 30-minute panel discussion will examine how businesses can balance the pressures of sustainable ...
- Why LED is the Only Sustainable Choice for UV Curing
- (Equipment/Machines - Printing)
- September 25, 2022, ... to extract the toxic fumes from the presses. These exhaust systems can be eliminated with UV LED curing, making it a far more environmentally friendly process. Energy Savings Traditional UV curing ...
- Martin Automatic celebrates sale to LMI Packaging
- (News | New Products)
- September 23, 2022, ... The LRD rewinder is the most recent of Martin sales to LMI which has a bank of Mark Andy Performance Series flexo presses producing a variety of printed packaging. One of the key factors in making this ...
- BOBST Celebrates 40 Years of Innovation in Die-cutting
- (News | New Products)
- September 20, 2022, ... one of the greatest innovations in die-cutting technology after 40 years on the market. This unique mechanism for the cutting station in the Autoplaten® press – which itself was invented by BOBST and ...
- The “5R” Framework: An Approach Designed to Reduce Packaging Waste
- (News | New Products)
- September 20, 2022, ... with printing technologies that avoid press startups and shutdowns. Renew is about designing products with higher biorenewable content, which immediately translates into CO2 emissions reductions. Recycle ...