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Paperboard Packaging Council Bestows Top Award to Graphic Packaging
- Published: November 04, 2011
Graphic Packaging Intl. (GPI) was named Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) winner of the top Paperboard Package of the Year, Folding Carton Package of the Year, and Innovation Award at its recently held annual meeting held October14 in Orlando, FL.
Screen Printing Added to Color-Logic’s Process Metallic Color System
- Published: November 04, 2011
Color-Logic has broadened its Process Metallic Color System to include screen printing.
Facestock Is APR-Approved for Recycling Thermoform Containers
- Published: November 03, 2011
Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials reports Fasson Direct-Thermal 200HD label facestock with S490 adhesive has been approved by the Assn. Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR) for the recycling of PET thermoform containers.
AIMCAL to Offer Dual Coating Conference in Europe
- Published: November 03, 2011
The Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators (AIMCAL) will hold its first major technical program in Europe, dual web coating and web handling conferences, June 10–15, 2012 , at the Diplomat Hotel in Prague, Czech Republic.
Kabra Gloucester (India) JV Unveils KAGE 5-Layer Film Line
- Published: November 02, 2011
Dunetha-Daman, India, is the site for the new Kabra Gloucester Engineering joint venture with US-based Gloucester Engineering out of Massachusetts.
Double H Plastics’ Cores Available in Reprocessed and Virgin HDPE
- Published: November 01, 2011
Double H Plastics now produces precision, extruded plastic cores in reprocessed as well as virgin HDPE. Sizes offered handle the full range of lengths to 84 in.
Lifting Device from Konecranes is Alternative to Traditional Hoists
- Published: October 31, 2011
Konecranes offers the AirBalancer, a lifting device with a floating load unit, that aids in the picking, lifting, moving, and precise placement of items by hand.
David Bankson Named President of Label Technology
- Published: October 28, 2011
Label Technology Inc. has named David Bankson as its new president. Bankson, VP of research and development, will succeed his father, John Bankson, who will remain as CEO and chairman of the board.
Matteucci Award Recognizes Four Exceptional Presenters at AIMCAL Fall 2011 TechCon
- Published: October 28, 2011
In keeping with tradition, the Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators (AIMCAL), Ft. Mill, SC, recognized exceptional presenters with its coveted Matteucci Award at its annual fall technical conference, this year held on October 23--26 at the Peppermill Resort.
HP Indigo Introduces WS4600 Digital Press
- Published: October 28, 2011
The HP Indigo WS4600 digital press is said to offer a full ecosystem solution for label production.
Acucote Installs Martin Automatic Splicer
- Published: October 27, 2011
Custom coating and laminating converter ACUCOTE has recently installed a Martin Automatic ECPF splicer and reportedly is well on course for an 18-month payback on the investment.
US Converting Bought by Advanced Web Technologies
- Published: October 25, 2011
Advanced Web Technologies LLC has acquired the assets of US Converting Inc., South Elgin, IL, a wide web flexible packaging converter established in 1985.
Bagmaking Equipment from Gloucester Adds Capacity at Laddawn
- Published: October 24, 2011
Gloucester Engineering has received multiple orders from Laddawn to provide equipment to Laddawn's new facility in Sparks, NV. Laddawn, a privately owned manufacturer of PE bags, film, and tubes headquartered in Devens, MA, purchased a new 104-in.-wide blown film line from Gloucester in August.
Fixed Point Web Gauge from NDC Suited for Entry-Level Use
- Published: October 21, 2011
NDC Infrared Engineering’s new fixed-point 8000-F web gauging system, which is part of the TDi family, features architecture built upon intelligent measurements and controls and is said to provide a cost-effective, entry-level solution for web gauging.
HP Indigo Digital Press Pushes Crossover Point
- Published: October 21, 2011
Alpharetta, GA | The HP Indigo WS6600 digital press for labels and packaging is said to push the crossover point of digital vs conventional processes by up to 50%.
Martin Automatic Signs New Rep in Middle East and North Africa
- Published: October 18, 2011
Martin Automatic Inc. has signed a cooperation agreement with XOL Automation to distribute Martin’s automatic splicing, rewinding, and tension control equipment.
Cortec Corp. Offers Biodegradable Film with Corrosion Inhibitor
- Published: October 17, 2011
Eco-Corr Film from Cortec Corp. is a biobased and biodegradable film utilizing Cortec's patented VpCI (Vapor phase Corrosion Inhibitor) technology.
AkzoNobel Specialty Plastics Announces Full Commercialization of Soliant Bright Film
- Published: October 12, 2011
AkzoNobel Specialty Plastics has announced the full commercialization of Soliant Bright Film.
New Custom High-Performance Rollstock Program from Rollprint
- Published: October 04, 2011
A new stock program is announced by Rollprint Packaging Products that’s suited for custom, high-performance, engineered rollstock products, allowing lower volume orders.
CPP Gets Converters on Track with Conference Program
- Published: August 17, 2011
CPP Expo, HA Bruno's Converting & Package Printing Exposition, to offer a comprehensive conference track for converters at the upcoming show co-located with Pack Expo
Mohawk Buys Synthetic & Paper Supplier Bravo Solutions
- Published: August 16, 2011
Advanced Labels NW Buys Its 1st HP Indigo WS6000
- Published: August 15, 2011
NDC Diversifies into Metals Business
- Published: August 12, 2011
SVC To Explore Future Innovation at Annual Symposia
- Published: August 11, 2011
GSI Noted for Medical Sensor Manufacturing
- Published: August 10, 2011
Heidelberg To Distribute EFI VUTEk Superwide Printers
- Published: August 09, 2011
In-Mold Decorating Assn. Names Competition Winners
- Published: August 08, 2011
$2 MM Folding Carton Expansion at Menasha Includes Sheeting
- Published: August 05, 2011
Send EPA Comments on MSW & Sustainable Materials Management
- Published: August 04, 2011
Prism Group Holdings Acquired by EFI
- Published: August 03, 2011
