Materials Handling

ROTOCON Appointed Distributor of DYM Machinery Unwinders and Rewinders in South Africa

(Slit)

October 21, 2024, ... their machines handle materials ranging from 25µm plastic film to 600gsm paperboard. DYM machines are compatible with all leading printing presses. Jesin Wang, DYM Machinery co-owner and global sales ...

A Look at Meeting Customer Demands

(Bag Pouch)

October 20, 2024, ... price increases, material supply chain disruptions and increasing customer demand for quicker turnaround times. This leads to them placing pressure on OEMs for faster speeds, easier-to-use controls and ...

What Is Web Cleaning, and Why Is It So Important?

(News | New Products)

October 14, 2024, ... of materials. Web cleaning is a crucial technology employed across various industrial processes, such as printing, coating, laminating and converting, to ensure the quality and cleanliness of continuous ...

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, ... fill material. Why combine corrosion and permanent ESD protection in a single bubble bag? Consider this: electronics are complex and sensitive components that often contain multiple metal types within ...

Orion S.A. launches bio-circular PRINTEX® Nature 35 for ink applications

(News | New Products)

October 09, 2024, Orion S.A. has launched PRINTEX® Nature 35 – a carbon black made of 100% bio-circular feedstocks. Orion S.A. has launched PRINTEX® Nature 35 – a carbon black made of 100% bio-circular feedstocks. The ...

Optimize PEM Fuel Cell Loadings with Continuous Monitoring & Control

(News | New Products)

October 08, 2024, ... are expensive. Improper loadings can impact the overall cost of a fuel cell. With NEX LS, you can easily set control parameters to alarm for variations in the uniformity of the catalyst material. A clear ...

Ensuring Clean Cuts in the Converting Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 06, 2024, ... to accommodate the unique properties of these materials. The Role of Cutting Tests: Finding the Optimal Tooth Style Different films require different tooth configurations to achieve clean cuts. Conducting ...

Natural Habitat Adventures a Natural Fit with Monadnock Paper Mills

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, ... working to raise the bar on eco-friendly operations, including materials sourcing and recycling. Choosing 100% post-consumer waste recycled papers results in meaningful and quantifiable impact reductions. ...

Sun Chemical to Increase Prices Across Solvent-Based White Ink Product Line in North America

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, ... white ink product line in the United States and Canada, effective November 1, 2024. The price increase has been caused by rising key raw material costs coupled with material supply tightness, escalating ...

Enhancing Battery Production with Advanced Cleaning and Static Control

(Surface Prep)

September 29, 2024, ... elastomer rollers to pick up and remove fine particles from sensitive materials like anode and cathode films. This ensures that the films remain clean and free from contaminants, which is crucial for optimal ...

Labelexpo Americas 2024

(News | New Products)

September 26, 2024, ...  Complementing the exhibition includes the FlexPack@ Labelexpo, a focused area for flexible packaging, which will allow attendees entering this high-value market to see the latest equipment and materials ...

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, ... highlighting the need for adequate recycling infrastructure supported by a stronger waste collection ecosystem, biodegradable polymers and innovative flexible packaging materials. He stated, "The flexible ...

Converter Requirements Toward Inks and Printability

(Bag Pouch)

September 22, 2024, ... the source of a problem and assist in determining a course of action. Some filmic materials incorporate slip agents. While slip agents do an admirable job of modifying the co-efficient of friction, if ...

Husky Labels Installs Epson SurePress L-6534VW UV Digital Label Press

(News | New Products)

September 19, 2024, ... allowed Husky Labels to offer a wide range of output materials and embellishments to clients, including clear films, metallic foil and more. When asked to produce window labels with clear film media, DeRossett ...

Modern Drying and Curing

(Coating/Laminating)

September 18, 2024, ... variant, necessitating the reformulation of these materials to ensure effective curing. This transition is not without its challenges. The chemical complexity involved in formulating LED-compatible inks ...

Part Three of a Three-Part Series: Ultrasonic Drying of Biodegradable Molded Recycled Paper

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

September 15, 2024, ... enhanced by strong ultrasonic oscillations of the heated air in to disrupt the boundary layer formed on the material and provide the process with advanced mass transfer rates. With the convective dryer, ...

IMS TECHNOLOGIES Announces New Sales Director for Nonwovens Division in India

(News | New Products)

September 12, 2024, ... excelled in converting a wide range of materials. Leveraging its expertise, IMS offers custom-made machinery designed to meet each customer’s specific technical requirements, including advanced automated ...

ProCon Appoints Claudio Muñoz as Vice President of Innovation, Sales and Marketing

(News | New Products)

September 11, 2024, ... in the paper industry makes him the perfect fit to drive our company’s efforts in advancing the coating business.” Muñoz holds advanced degrees in materials science and forest products science from the ...

Sticking Points in Electronics Labeling

(Coating/Laminating)

September 11, 2024, ... effective yet necessarily harsh cleaning agents can lead to several unsavory issues for labels and markings. The most common pitfall is a dearth of chemical resistance. Many conventional label materials, ...

IST America to Present Innovative UV & LED Solutions at National Coil Coating Association Fall Technical Meeting

(News | New Products)

September 09, 2024, ... presentation will cover real-world applications of UV and LED technology, including the use of UV-curable primers and topcoats for galvanized steel, aluminum claddings, and other materials. By utilizing ...

GMerix Expands Toll Coating Services with ETI Converting’s Cohesio 40” Coater

(Upcoming Conference News)

September 04, 2024, ... production, this acquisition further enhances GMerix’s ability to coat a wide range of materials for tape and label stock manufacturing. Tailored Solutions for Diverse Client Needs This addition underscores ...

Avery Dennison Introduces Volt Tough™ Stretch Electrical Insulation Tape

(News | New Products)

September 04, 2024, ... Dennison Materials Group North America. “Volt Tough™ Stretch addresses challenges related to electrical insulation and will help improve the life and performance of EV batteries.” Volt Tough™ Stretch ...

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

(Coating/Laminating)

September 04, 2024, In our industry we are always looking to improve and refine the process. In our industry we are always looking to improve and refine the process. It can be rewarding when we do, but often the timeline ...

IDENTCO’s High-Performance DuraChem Labels Suitable for a Variety of Industries

(News | New Products)

September 03, 2024, ... from white gloss polyester, a versatile material that can adhere to a wide variety of standard smooth surfaces. Featuring a solvent adhesive and gloss topcoat that offers excellent chemical, solvent, ...

Cadence Unveils Brand Refresh Reflecting Company’s Evolution While Honoring Heritage

(News | New Products)

September 02, 2024, Cadence, Inc., a leading provider of vertically integrated contract manufacturing solutions to the MedTech and Pharma markets Photo courtesy of Cadence, Inc. Cadence, Inc., a leading provider ...

Siegwerk, Tripack and Multi-Plastics to Unveil APR Approved Shrink Sleeve at Label Expo Americas 2024

(Upcoming Conference News)

August 30, 2024, ... toward achieving a higher standard of environmental responsibility. This collaboration created this shrink sleeve label based on the APR approved design guidelines. This included shrink sleeve material ...

PSA Tapes Key to Enhancing EV Battery Design and Production

(Print)

August 29, 2024, ... important, converters are providing critical services such as laminating a wide range of materials, creating multilayer composites, die-cutting to custom shapes and much more. As we look ahead, here ...

Part Two of a Three-Part Series: Ultrasonic Drying of Biodegradable Molded Recycled Paper

(Flexpack)

August 25, 2024, ... that utilizes high intensity ultrasound to increase mass transfer of the moisture by disrupting the boundary layer formed on the material, whether it is coated or not. In addition, HTT's Spectra HE Ultra ...

DataPhysics Instruments Launches Portable Contact Angle Goniometer PCA 200

(News | New Products)

August 21, 2024, ... and inks, or how well a material can adhere to the surface. Non-Destructive Testing of Large Surfaces Directly On-Site In production and quality control, traditional laboratory measuring devices for ...

GMerix Offers Contract Slitting, Rewinding with State-of-the-art Slitter Rewinder

(Coating/Laminating)

August 19, 2024, GMerix Inc, a premier toll coater of materials for adhesive labels, tapes and tags is proud to offer contract slitting and rewinding services using their state-of-the-art Elite Cameron slitter rewinder.  ...