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Differential Rewind Shafts

Goldenrod Corp. has released the 1250-DFX model differental shaft, which winds multiple webs of varying guage thicknesses by imparting just the right amount of resistance to the core ID.

Virtual Metal Graphic Films

Creative Film Corp. has launched two new metallic graphic films: Polychrome Argent and Polychrome Satin low-glare finishes.

P-S Aluminum Foil Tapes

Lamart Corp. announces the development of a new line of pressure-sensitive aluminum foil tapes, designated as the 500 Series.

IP Begins Linerboard Production

| International Paper has begun production of high-performance lightweight linerboard at its Pensacola, FL, mill.

Patent Pending for Digital Plate

Following in the footsteps of its patented analog plate with a completely flat topped dot (ExPect), PRP Flexo has achieved the same profile within a completely digital environment, enabling the same print advantages of the analog plate with a completely digital workflow.

Sustainable Packaging and Printing Materials

Unifoil Corp. has released nonlaminated recyclable UniLustre and Holographic UniLustre, sustainable multidimensional media.

2007 PIA/GATF Color Management Conference

Asian Release Liner Market Study & Industry Sourcebook

Bobst InTouch Exceeds $25 Million in Sales

Ink Control System Literature Available in Spanish

First Glance: Innovative Converted Packages

Old West, New Winner Diamond Packaging, Rochester, NY, earned a Certificate of Merit in the 2007 Premier Print Awards Competition, sponsored by the PIA/GATF,

Medley of Media Announcements

Loyal readers know that December frequently represents an opportunity for me to purge my editorial inspiration file of newsworthy announcements. It must

Differential Winding Limits: Part II

Differential shafts are great tools, but like any tool, they have their limitations. Last month I covered the complexity of a differential shaft's actual

The 7 Deadly (Converting) Sins

There are some basic problems that crop up over and over again, with costly results in wasted time and materials. Below are examples, in capsule form,

Converting Industry News

Color Resolutions Intl., Fairfield, OH, raises prices on all packaging inks from 7%-14%, effective November 1. The company says two factors led to the

Kodak Expands in China

XIAMEN, CHINA In a media webcast held November 7, Kodak announced a $50 million investment to accommodate expansion in Xiamen for its newest 70,000-sq-ft

Royal Adhesive Buys Water-Based Line

SOUTH BEND, IN Royal Adhesives and Sealants reports the completion of its acquisition of the assets of IAC Bond-Plus water-based adhesives and coatings

Chemistry's Message Is Essential

ARLINGTON, VA The American Chemistry Council (ACC) has launched the next phase of its public education program, with two new TV ads. The 30-sec spots,

IP Adds Distributor

MEMPHIS, TN International Paper has agreed to acquire Central Lewmar, a privately held paper and packaging distributor, from private equity firm Chrysalis

Coaters Assist Move Toward Solar Energy

LITTLETON, CO Two new OptiLab roll-to-roll vacuum sputter coaters from General Vacuum Equipment (GVE) are aiding Ascent Solar Technologies (AST) in its

Great-Looking Winners Raise In-Mold Awareness

SCOTTSDALE, AZ The In-Mold Decorating Assn. says its mission is to raise the level of awareness and acceptance of in-mold decorated durable products and

Flexo Press Adds Capacity, Quality

SHARONVILLE, OH Multi-Color Corp. reports the purchase of another Omet Varyflex flexo press to keep up with growing demand. The company has purchased

Converting Industry People News

Edgar Gandelheidt is appointed chairman of the board of management at Brckner Formtec, Siegsdorf, Germany. Akeo Sawayama becomes president and CEO at

Narrow Web & Label Reporter

Watch Out for That Tape! LAKE VILLA, IL Killer Red double-sided acrylic adhesive tape from CS Hyde Co. is said to offer a secure bonding result under

New Products, Part 1

Keep RFID Tags Safe The fusION static neutralizer is said to be well suited for protecting RFID tags from damage. Delivers powerful and balanced static

CorrExpo Keeps Boxmakers in the Race

INDIANAPOLIS, IN CorrExpo 2007, TAPPI's Corrugated Packaging Conference, was held October 30-November 1 at the Indianapolis Convention Center. Racing

AICC Names Year's Best Boxes

ALEXANDRIA, VA The Assn. of Independent Corrugated Converters (AICC) held its 13th Intl. Corrugated Packaging Design Competition in Minneapolis, MN, October

Carton & Box Reporter

Judges Choice Award-Graphics 1 Allpak Container and sister company Trojan Lithograph Corp., Renton, WA, created a world-class container for World Class

New Converting Products, Part 2

Inkjet Printer for Secondary Packaging The 2330 and 2310 large-character inkjet printers are for online printing on secondary packaging such as corrugated

Over Exposed: Protect packaged products from light

Exposure of packaged products to both natural sunlight and artificial light is on the rise. Extended distribution channels mean many products end up in

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