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Laser positioning system creates clean, productive environment

Published: May 01, 1996, By Walker, Juliana M.
Nashua Graphic Products eliminates dust problems on a slitting line and improves slit width tolerance with a Dienes Laser Positioning System.In order

Paperboard industry showcases its winning ways

Published: May 01, 1996, By Walker, Juliana M.
The Paperboard Packaging Council competition selects 80 outstanding packages from a wide field of entries.Eighty packages were honored for innovation

Paper characteristics: starting the job right

Published: May 01, 1996, By Boyle, Edward
Of all the components that can affect the quality and ultimate impact of a finished printed product, the base stock often plays the most critical role.

AIMCAL Selects Seven for Annual Honors

Published: April 01, 1996, By Jennifer Acevedo, Assistant Editor
The Assn. of Industrial Metallizers, Coaters and Laminatots rewards outstanding packages and labels in its annual competition.

Court ruling on HMT may mean a tax refund

Published: April 01, 1996, By MacArthur, Malcolm D.
In a decision that may result in monetary refunds to thousands of American businesses, including some converters, the US Court of International Trade

Water-based adhesives meet just-in-time demands.

Published: April 01, 1996, By Rolando, Thomas E.; Voss, Peter A.
High-performance, water-based adhesives cure in 24 to 48 hours, giving converters a competitive edge with their customers.In this era of just-in-time

A look at the world of German Packaging today.

Published: April 01, 1996, By Sacharow, Stanley
I've just returned from Germany where I lectured, visited four flex-pack converters and several packaging machinery suppliers, and toured three large

Trim system in India to be first to handle sugarcane paper.

Published: April 01, 1996, By Wolpert, Vladimir
Voith Sulzer Papiertechnik GmbH commissioned M&Y to design and supply a trim system for a winder at its Tamil Nadu plant in India to handle newsprint

Pay attention to flash points, and you won't get burned

Published: April 01, 1996, By Bentley, David J.
The flash point of a flammable liquid is the lowest temperature at which vapors above that liquid will burn when exposed to a source of ignition. There

Today's printing presses are whatever you want them to be.

Published: April 01, 1996, By Mykytiuk, Andrew
There isn't really one type of printing press that's dominant in the converting business. Because our industry is so diverse, each unique niche has developed

Independent Packaging: the "restart" of something great

Published: April 01, 1996, By Mykytiuk, Andrew
Independent Packaging arose from the ashes, but it wasn't easy. Now, after only 18 months, IP is on track to produce 1 billion bakery bags this year.Perhaps

Innovation is a winner in FPA competition

Published: April 01, 1996, By Walker, Juliana M.
For meeting the challenges of today's packaging industry, ten companies are honored with Top Packaging Awards by the Flexible Packaging Assn.Judges in

Flat tax proposal is getting serious consideration

Published: March 01, 1996, By MacArthur, Malcolm D.
Just a year ago the proposal to replace the current income tax with a simplified "flat tax" was considered a radical tax reform scheme floated by a couple

The 1996 Metallizing Roundup: Experts Ponder and Predict

Published: March 01, 1996, By Robert W. Marsh
The metallizing industry today is marked by change, challenge, and competition, but opportunities abound in the years ahead.To assess the current - and

New hot stamper does more for short runs

Published: March 01, 1996, By Simonsis, Yolanda
Fast Track Labels, unlike some larger competitors, thrives on short runs with the help of versatile hot stamping equipment from Kensol/Franklin.Move over,

A new book on packaging is recommended reading

Published: March 01, 1996, By Sacharow, Stanley
In the average half-hour trip to the supermarket, 30,000 products vie for the shopper's attention. Those that get noticed have only a sixth of a second

European equity supplier acquires plastics division

Published: March 01, 1996, By Wolpert, Vladimir
NatWest Ventures announced the acquisition of three companies comprising the core of the Plastics Laminate Div. of Laporte PLC for $27 million.The companies

For adhesives or coatings, ask the right questions

Published: March 01, 1996, By Bentley, David J., Jr.
An attendee at a recent technical conference was bemoaning the fact that adhesive suppliers did not help their customers as requested. The specific complaint

In-house sheeting promotes growth and quality

Published: March 01, 1996, By Walker, Juliana M.
Hammer Lithograph's sheeting subsidiary supplies its "parent" and acts as a contract sheeter; Maxson equipment makes it all possible.Hammer Lithograph's

Business and education join forces, and everybody wins

Published: March 01, 1996, By Mykytiuk, Andrew
Corporations and associations are offering support - and equipment - to help train future employees and keep the industry competitive.This country's educational

Custom coating operation is a clean winner

Published: March 01, 1996, By Boyle, Edward
Targeted toward industries with very strict standards, Rexam Custom's Netherlands plant sets its own high standards of quality.Rexam Custom, a specialty

New CMM Show aims at Latin American markets

Published: March 01, 1996, By Donberg, Deborah
CMM of the Americas joins two related shows this spring in Miami, turning the industry spotlight south of the border.When CMM of the Americas makes its

Senate Republicans push amendments to Clean Air Act

Published: February 01, 1996, By MacArthur, Malcolm D.
A group of Senate Republicans is seeking to amend provisions of the Clean Air Act dealing with operating permit requirements, monitoring requirements,

Deciphering the complexities of the core/shaft/unwind relationship.

Published: February 01, 1996, By Boyle, Edward
When designing a core/shaft/unwind system for a particular application, there are many factors to consider. What are these considerations, and how do

Core selection - the difference between success and failure.

Published: February 01, 1996, By Boyle, Edward
Proper core selection can mean the difference between converting success or failure. Here are things to consider when making your choice.A commitment

Don't forget your unwind!

Published: February 01, 1996, By Boyle, Edward
Neglecting to give the appropriate consideration to the unwind and unwind roll handling can be a critical mistake.The unwind stand can be one of the most

Foil and potatoes can be a dangerous combination

Published: February 01, 1996, By Sacharow, Stanley
I recently came across an interesting article in Food Chemical News (Oct. 9, 1995) with implications for converters of foil intended for foodservice applications.

Paper manufacturer's report shows marked sales increase

Published: February 01, 1996, By Wolpert, Vladimir
During the first half of 1995, AssiDoman, Forestry and Paper Group, had a turnover of SKr 11.3 billion, an increase of 39% over the SKr 8.1 billion during

Regulation, competition drive the adhesives industry

Published: February 01, 1996, By Mykytiuk, Andrew
Perhaps the biggest reason for the rapid change in the adhesives business is the Environmental Protection Agency's push to eliminate volatile organic

Pollution and politics: how green will the new year be?

Published: February 01, 1996, By Watson, John W.
As new environmental issues arise, some old standbys are coming up for review and revision. One thing is certain: Change is on the way.As 1996 gets underway,

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