Flexible Packaging back issues from May 2008:
Hello. My name is ...(EDITOR'S FORUM)(Editorial)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008; ... Allow me to introduce two new members of the Flexible Packaging editorial staff. I joined the magazine at the beginning of March when Brendan O'Neill, the editor-in-chief, left to pursue another opportunity. Some of you may already know me. My name is Lisa Pierce, and I've been ...
Sustainability & flexible packaging: More value. Less Waste.(FPA UPDATE)
May 01, 2008; ... Last month, copies of the highly anticipated flexible packaging sustainability brochure were sent to all FPA members. This education and marketing brochure, entitled "Sustainability and Flexible Packaging: More Value. Less Waste," communicates the benefits, sustainability and functionality ...
Association activities update.(FPA UPDATE)
May 01, 2008 ... FPA publishes 2008 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards & Innovation Showcase The 2008 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards and Innovation Showcase features all the entries and winning packages of FPA's 2008 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards competition. Divided into two ...
FPA'S 2009 annual meeting.(FPA UPDATE)(Flexible Packaging Association)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... The Flexible Packaging Association's 59th Annual Meeting will be held February 25-27, 2009, at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort in Naples, Florida. The meeting will bring together FPA members and guests for great networking opportunities, fun and content-rich presentations. The ...
FPA publishes 'Fourth Quarter 2007, Pulse of the Industry Report.(FPA UPDATE)(Flexible Packaging Association)
May 01, 2008 ... Recently,FPA published its Fourth Quarter 2007, Pulse of the Industry Report. The Report provides FPA members with insight into the financial and economic performance of the flexible packaging industry during the 4th quarter 2007, versus 3rd quarter 2007 and 4th quarter 2006. ...
Mark your calendar for these upcoming FPA events!(FPA EVENTS)(Flexible Packaging Association)(Brief article)(Calendar)
May 01, 2008 ... FPA Environmental Committee Meeting July 15-16, 2008 Alcan Packaging Chicago, IL FPA Safety Committee Meeting July 16, 2008 Alcan Packaging Chicago, IL FPA Executive Conference (fall) October 28, ...
The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership announces criteria.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP Partnership) recently revealed its criteria on becoming a sustainable, green printer at the National Environmental Health and Safety Conference (NEHS), held March 16-18, in Indianapolis. Announced at the NEHS Conference general session, the ...
KECO Coatings acquires Teknix Powder Coating.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... KECO Coatings has completed the acquisition of Teknix Powder Coating in Statesville, N.C. This acquisition will enable KECO to transition its Teflon and plasma ...
Mason Wells acquires Coating Excellence International.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... Mason Wells has acquired domestic converter Coating Excellence International IIc through the Mason Wells Buyout Fund II, Limited Partnership ....
Rohm and Haas announces price increases.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... Rohm and Haas Co.'s, Packaging and Building Materials business announced a list and off-list price increase for all acrylic, vinyl acrylic and styrene acrylic based emulsions and ...
Nano-Terra signs agreement with Nestec.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... Nano-Terra, Inc., a privately-held company focused on the commercialization of industrial applications of surface chemistry, has signed two technology collaboration agreements with Nestec Ltd., ...
Montalvo opens office in Shanghai.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... The Montalvo Corp. has expanded its overseas operations by opening a branch in Shanghai, China. It is known as Montalvo (Shanghai) Trading Co. Ltd., a ...
Cereplast granted European formulation patent.(NEWS BRIEFS)(Cereplast Inc.)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Cereplast Inc., developer and manufacturer of proprietary, bio-based, sustainable bioplastics, has secured additional patent protection for the Cereplast Compostables Resin family of products from the European Patent Office. The company has developed and commercialized two families of ...
Gloucester Engineering signs labor contract with union.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... Gloucester Engineering Co. Inc. has signed a labor contract with its union--the longest contract term in the company's history. More than 140 employees, who are also members of the Cape Ann Local Lodge 2654, of the International ...
Flint Group acquires packaging ink businesses.(NEWS BRIEFS)
May 01, 2008 ... Flint Group has signed an agreement with Siegwerk Group to acquire Siegwerks's packaging ink business in Australia and New Zealand. The agreement includes the intangible assets, sales, marketing and distribution channels of Siegwerk in both countries. The product range embraces flexible ...
MILESTONES.
May 01, 2008 ... Mark Andy Inc., a manufacturer of narrow- and mid-web printing equipment, promoted Jerry Henson to flexible packaging sales manager for the Comco equipment line and appointed Michael Schneider as regional sales manager. The Hudson-Sharp Machine Co. has named Angiolo Brilli ...
New event concentrates on digital printing and processes.(INDUSTRY NEWS)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Tarsus Group, organizer of Labelexpo and Label Summits worldwide events, has announced the launch of the Global Digital Label Summit. The first event will take place on March 23-24, 2009, in Barcelona, Spain. The Summit's creation follows the internal assessment of the printing ...
Cause for celebration: ISO Poly Films marks 10 years of success and stays true to its mantra of quality, quality, quality.(COVER STORY)(Company overview)
May 01, 2008; ... In February 1998, a new company based in Gray Court, S.C., launched itself onto the flexible packaging scene. Jon McClure started ISO Poly Films with little money, but a whole lot of hope. Over the past decade, the once-budding company has grown into a leader of custom extruded plastic ...
Digital printing is on the move; A changing consumer goods marketplace is stimulating packagers to take a new look at digital printing.(SPECIAL REPORT)
May 01, 2008; ... Digital printing is attracting new interest for flexible packaging and labels, thanks to increased demand for small to medium-size print runs with good quality and fast turn-around. Digital printing is ideally suited to these requirements. "When you look at the acceptance in the ...
Packaging and the environment: the shoppers' perspective.(BRANDING REPORT)
May 01, 2008; ... As marketers, designers and packaging engineers scramble to develop more earth friendly packaging, there is considerable skepticism about shoppers' willingness to pay for such alternatives. Environmental concerns don't necessarily drive purchase intent, according to Bart Becht, ...
Organize, optimize with industry-specific software; Flexible packaging talked with David Taylor, president and CEO of Radius Solutions, about helping packaging companies improve organization and increase operational efficiencies with resource planning software.(UP CLOSE)(Interview)
May 01, 2008 ... Q: WHY DO FLEXIBLE PACKAGING CONVERTERS NEED ERP/MIS SOFTWARE? Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Management Information Systems (MIS) systems are designed to help companies integrate all of their processes and data into one unified system. In general, this helps ...
Drupa 2008: the place to be: the gigantic trade show focused on the print industry will likely set records for exhibitors and attendees.(BONUS FEATURE)
May 01, 2008 ... Drupa 2008, to be held from May 29 to June 11 in Dusseldorf, Germany, will be bigger than ever before. Boasting more than 1,800 exhibitors spread across an exhibition area of more than 170,000 square meters, the trade show expects some 400,000 visitors and 3,500 journalists from around the ...
Metallic film can be cold-formed.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... Makrofol 3D Metallic FG film boasts a high-quality metallic gloss. It is also the first film of its kind that can be cold-formed. The chrome-colored polycarbonate film provides an alternative to the traditional screen-printed mirror finish for films and the electroplating of plastic ...
New presswash and roller care products optimize use in Heidelberg solutions.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... Heidelberg USA introduced a new line of Saphira press and roller care chemistry products to the U.S. market. These products are part of a portfolio of consumables for pre-press, press and post-press--including standard print jobs and special applications. All Saphira consumables have been ...
Research proves effectiveness of high-definition corona.(HOT PRODUCTS)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Research conducted by Enercon Industries shows high-definition corona provides positive results for a number of critical applications. Enercon's "H" system creates higher dyne levels, superior adhesion and a larger operating window than ordinary corona generating systems. High-definition ...
Automatic flexo platesetter boosts productivity.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... The Esko Cyrel Digital Imager (CDI) Spark 4260 Auto, a new addition to the family of digital imagers for flexo plates, is built for automated plate loading, imaging and unloading. Thus, the CDI Spark 4260 Auto becomes a real plate-making factory with a significant increase in productivity ...
Digital interface allows remote access.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... The Montalvo Corp. has developed a digital interface for its CB-64 circuit board. The new interface, the MDI-1, connects to the circuit board with a CAT5e cable and provides remote access to the functions of the CB-64. The CB-64 powers dancer, load cell and combination tension controllers ...
High speed bagmaker comes in a compact package.(HOT PRODUCTS)(CMD Corp. has developed Model 1270GBM Global Bag Machine)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Developed for the global marketplace, Model 1270GBM Global Bag Machine features high-speed rotary sealing technology, Allen-Bradley controls and a durable design. Designed to fit in a standard ocean freight container for economical shipping, the Model 1270GBM features metric ...
Static measurement device shows charge levels for a variety of materials.(HOT PRODUCTS)(Meech Static Eliminators has introduced 983v2 Static Locator )(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... The new 983v2 Static Locator lightweight pocket-sized device provides an accurate measurement of static electrical charges over a range of voltages. This new locator has been developed for use by production, maintenance, inspection and quality engineers and its innovative design means that ...
Biodegradable ink cleanser/ degreaser is also safer.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... ICEgreen is a moderate pH aqueous-based cleaning solution and degreaser that is biodegradable, non-combustible and safer for people and surfaces than other hazardous chemical-based cleaners. The product is suitable for the safe and efficient removal of UV, solvent and ...
Dual-pedestal unwind upgrade counters complete machine replacement.(HOT PRODUCTS)(Converter Accessory Corp. has introduced dual-pedestal unwind upgrade )(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... A dual-pedestal unwind upgrade is available as an inexpensive alternative to complete machine replacement. It is offered in single-, dual- and multi-station configurations. The company's building block approach emphasizes modular design, thus allowing this unwind to be ordered in simple ...
Scalable PLC reduces engineering time.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... Expanded line of IndraLogic PLCs now includes the new IndraControl L10 PLC, which features scalable hardware, pre-developed machine functions, reusable code and unified programming software to reduce engineering time for machine builders who work with complex machines. The product is ...
Process Improvement coating program keeps presses in operation.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... Max, the service and support team of Mark Andy Inc., offers an aftermarket program to help customers achieve reduced cycle times in narrow web print applications. Keco brand high-performance non-stick coating technology is available on EZ clean ink pans and traction release idler rolls, ...
Rugged safety chucks are also easy to operate.(HOT PRODUCTS)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... Double E sliding safety chucks, are safer, easier to operate and more rugged than tilting designs. They can be flange- or foot-mounted, fixed or with sidelay adjustment. Sidelay adjustment chucks and rotary tables are available to compensate for misalignment and/or baggy web edges, and a ...
Color management/proofing system connects with Adobe PDF technology.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... ColorProof version 4.5.2 incorporates new RIP interpreter technology based on the latest Adobe PDF Print Engine technology. PDF has been accepted as the de facto standard for dependable and secure electronic information exchange in the graphic arts industry. Implementation of the Adobe PDF ...
New polyethylene resin helps converters streamline extrusion process.(HOT PRODUCTS)
May 01, 2008 ... A new metallocene polyethylene (mPE) platform, Enable mPE, helps converters enhance their extrusion operations while providing reliable film performance. Enable mPE can help converters achieve more stable operations, extend film line output, simplify resin sourcing and generate downgauged ...
Cheer Pack pouch saves space, reduces waste.(EDITOR'S CHOICE)(Cheer Pack North America llc )(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... The Cheer Pack pouch features an easy-flow straw with a reclosable, tamper-evident, screw-on top. The wide strawcan accommodate product with a range of viscosities. The reclosable, screw-on cap is also child-safe. The pouch is made from a multilayer laminate material. It has an outer layer ...
Organic juice for toddlers gains shelf appeal with shrink label.(EDITOR'S CHOICE)
May 01, 2008 ... Seal-It has printed two distinctive shrink labels for the launch of First Juice, the first organic fruit and vegetable juice beverage for toddlers. First Juice is sold in two sizes. An 8-ounce recyclable, spill-proof sippy-top container offers on-the-go convenience with an all-in-one ...
Easy-open PushPop pack pleases consumers.(EDITOR'S CHOICE)(Amcor Flexibles Food)(Brief article)
May 01, 2008 ... The Swedish Rheumatism Association has gathered more than 100,000 signatures to encourage retailers to increase the prominence of easy-to-open packaging. Consumers, particularly those with osteo and rheumatoid arthritis, look for packaging that can be opened without using a knife or a ...