Critical Trends

Global Packaging Alliance Holds Annual Meeting

(Carton Box)

April 10, 2017, International partners discussed trends, technologies, and innovative solutions to evolving packaging requirements ROCHESTER, NY | Members of the Global Packaging Alliance (GPA) discussed a number ...

Icma Paper Lining Suited for Fine Spirits

(Flexpack)

April 02, 2017, The Mineral collection reportedly adds prestige to the packaging of fine wines and liqueurs LECCO, ITALY | Icma has developed paper lining collections for the wine industry said to enable packaging ...

Show Preview | ICE USA 2017 Exhibits with InPrint USA in Orlando

(Trade Shows)

March 27, 2017, ... and reliability make the LSV the perfect solution where precise, real-time length and speed measurements are critical. Process Sensors Corporation (Booth #941) will showcase its Near Infrared (NIR) moisture ...

Covectra Announces Security Label

(Label/Tape)

March 27, 2017, ... makes counterfeiting virtually impossible—which is especially critical when it comes to the pharmaceutical industry when counterfeit goods can be life threatening.” Using smartphone technology, a user ...

Honeywell Launches Management Software

(News | New Products)

March 20, 2017, ...  “Driven by the growth of our outcome-based programs and a commitment that all processes and tools deliver more efficient service, it is critical that we have the ability to quickly collect and accurately ...

Nordson Announces New Die Design

(Coating/Laminating)

March 12, 2017, ... its Premier and Ultracoat fluid coating dies makes it easier to achieve parallel alignment of the lip faces, which is critical for maintaining uniform, defect-free coating and preventing impingement of ...

HERMA Adhesive Offers Transparency, Durability

(Coating/Laminating)

February 21, 2017, ... even in challenging conditions, including extreme moisture. Company says the adhesive is endowed with excellent durability and transparency, it is well suited to critical applications in the food, cosmetic, ...

Flex Films Reports Film for Pharma Packaging

(Flexpack)

February 18, 2017, ... benefit in the case of the new laminate structure with no compromise on functionalities. This light-weighting of the laminate equates to lesser energy consumption at all the three critical stages of flexible ...

Sticking With It | Selecting the Right Adhesive for Your Pressure-Sensitive Tape

(Coating/Laminating)

February 13, 2017, ... most critical part of these products, as it provides the mounting or bonding performance of the tape; in some cases, it is only single component of the product in use. As before, let’s use the checklist ...

Labelexpo Southeast Asia to be Launched in 2018

(Label/Tape)

February 12, 2017, Organizers say the expansion of the Labelexpo Global Series is a result of the growing label boom and dynamic economies in Southeast Asia LONDON, UK | Tarsus Group, the organizer of the Labelexpo Global ...

Flexible Packaging | Biodegradables Are From Mars

(Flexpack)

February 06, 2017, ... no additional investment in new equipment. In producing this project, some changes in set-points had to be made, but no major investments or changes to the production lines were needed. This was critical ...

AVT Announces Agreement with X-Rite

(News | New Products)

February 04, 2017, The partnership certifies that AVT’s SpectraLab II Color Measurement System is compliant with X-Rite’s XRGA Standard HOD-HASHARON, ISRAEL | AVT, a global supplier of print inspection, print process ...

HERMA Announces New Adhesive

(Coating/Laminating)

February 04, 2017, Company reports 52C adhesive is well suited for sealing critical products such as wet wipe pouches FILDERSTADT, GERMANY | HERMA Self-adhesive Materials division has expanded its specialty product range ...

Marketing Report How-To

(Marketing Mojo)

February 02, 2017, ... (basically any form of touch point from a person in a position to purchase or refer your product) is a critical step. It demonstrates direct value to your company for marketing efforts. In the past leads ...

Cognex Announces the Acquisition of Webscan

(News | New Products)

January 31, 2017, ... a natural fit”, says Webscan president Glenn Spitz. “It brings together two industry leaders to provide customers with a complete barcode reading solution critical to product traceability.” CONTACT COGNEX ...

AMI Issues Report on Polyethylene Film

(Flexpack)

January 31, 2017, The PE film industry remains strong, but there are challenges ahead, says a study by Applied Market Information BRISTOL, UK | Applied Market Information (AMI) reports the polyethylene film industry ...

HERMA PET Films Make Durable Labels

(Label/Tape)

January 29, 2017, ... behavior makes it well suited for critical surfaces, such as rough carton, for applying labels to vials, metal containers, or drums containing chemicals, and for hot filling applications. In combination ...

Coating Matters | Smart Glass Coating Technology

(Coating/Laminating)

January 25, 2017, ... theoretically the fluid should form a curtain. Cleanliness When coating glass, the need to keep the panel clean with multiple handling steps becomes complicated. Keeping a coating area clean is critical ...

AWA Issues Agenda for Release Liner Event

(Label/Tape)

January 22, 2017, THE 2017 Global Release Liner Conference and Exhibition, coming in March, will offer three days packed with topics and speakers AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS | AWA Alexander Watson Associates (AWA) announces ...

BOBST Road Show Stops in Colombia

(News | New Products)

January 22, 2017, The company addressed issues such as Extended Color Gamut (ECG) and retortable packaging and introduced a new sales rep for Columbia LAUSANNE, SWITZERLAND | BOBST reports that on the first stop of ...

Smithers Pira Issues Study of Sack & Kraft Paper

(Bag Pouch)

January 09, 2017, Research says growth in consumer markets is driving the sack and kraft paper market to $80 billion by 2021, with expansion driven by several factors LEATHERHEAD, Surrey, UK | Smithers Pira announces ...

Aran Group Now Producing Bags in US

(Bag Pouch)

January 09, 2017, ... paste keeps its consistency from the time of processing and helps protect critical characteristics of the preservative-free tomato paste, which include color, flavor, texture, and pH. “Although Aran ...

Cortec Desicorr Pouches NW Protect Sensitive Devices

(Bag Pouch)

January 03, 2017, Desiccant pouch comes in a windowed or windowless form ST. PAUL, MN | Moisture is a dangerous enemy to sensitive components such as circuit boards, optical devices, electronics, and items in museum ...

Freedonia Issues Study on Protective & Specialty Coatings

(Coating/Laminating)

January 02, 2017, The reports says water-based coatings in the protective and specialty market will surpass solvent-based coatings in 2020 CLEVELAND, OH | According to a new study from The Freedonia Group, solvent-based ...

Print UV Is Coming to Las Vegas

(Print)

January 01, 2017, The conference will cover trends, tips, and new techniques for deploying or maintaining UV printing operations profitably LAS VEGAS, NV | The 10th annual Print UV conference will take place at the ...

EFI Reports DFEs Aid Printing Standards

(News | New Products)

December 20, 2016, ... software workflows perfectly processed all 48 test patches in the new Ghent Workgroup PDF Output Suite Version 5.0 a critical test factor for determining quality printing of PDF documents. EFI says it ...

UPM Raflatac Recognized for Recycling

(Label/Tape)

December 13, 2016, The company’s new shrink sleeve films receive recognition for recyclability from the Association of Plastic Recyclers TAMPERE, FINLAND | UPM Raflatac reports it has received the Critical Guidance recognition ...

Constantia Flexibles Wins 3 Awards from Accolade Wines

(Label/Tape)

December 06, 2016, Honors include Supplier of the Year VIENNA, AUSTRIA | Accolade Wines, the number one wine company in Australia and the UK by volume, and the fifth largest wine company in the world, honored suppliers ...

Sensor Films Contracts for Inkjet System

(News | New Products)

December 03, 2016, ... says Glenn Ferris, VP of marketing, Universal Instruments. “Our Uflex platform will be configured in-line with the SFI Starlight System to support curing with critical ‘pick and place,’ dispensing, and ...

IHS Markit Announces Free Webcast

(Flexpack)

November 29, 2016, ... company offers critical market data, analysis, price forecasting, and other insights across the polyolefins industry that reportedly help companies position your business for success. The webcast, which ...