TAPPI Calls for Abstracts

Published: March 22, 2007

TAPPI is inviting all industry professionals to participate in the 2007 PLACE Conference Technical Program, September 16-20, 2007, in St. Louis, MO. New this year, the Review Committee is requesting an extended abstract or a formal technical paper be submitted for consideration in presenting at the conference.

Multi-Client Studies

Published: March 07, 2007

Allied Development Corp. has released three studies: Retort Pouches, Stick Pouches, and Stand-Up Pouches.

the PLACE

Published: March 01, 2007

Advances in extrusion coating die system technology, and on-line gauging as a process troubleshooting tool.

John Baumann

Published: March 01, 2007

John Baumann shares the benefits of his experience in the converting industry.

Focusing on European Flex-Pack

Published: March 01, 2007

More than 125 flexible packaging pros from all over Europe attended Intertech/Pira’s “Innovations in Flexible Packaging” Conference in Prague, Czech Republic, Nov. 15-–16, 2006.

The Wow Factor

Published: March 01, 2007

FPA Achievement Awards prove that development of diverse, innovative flexible packaging remains strong.

East Beats West

Published: March 01, 2007

What does the future hold for the $45 billion global flexible packaging market?

Product Protection

Published: March 01, 2007

Manufacturers of perishable products are well aware that a later “sell by” date on a package can affect a customer’s decision to purchase one brand instead of another. New OPP films offer extended shelf life, and their compatibility with foods made without trans fats creates additional opportunities.

Online Adhesive Solutions Center Supports Flex-Pack Users

Published: February 06, 2007

Rohm and Haas will offer an online resource for the flexible packaging industry that discusses adhesive facts, recommends proper uses, and highlights performance benefits.

the PLACE

Published: February 01, 2007

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Stretch Film Production Control Of Extrusion And Casting Variables by Mark A. Jones, Battenfeld Gloucester Europe APPLICATION: Using

Pouch Progress

Published: January 01, 2007

Retort pouches represent a growth market for converters, as industry experts present the latest developments in the field.

the PLACE

Published: January 01, 2007

Non-polar process aids improve extrusion; troubleshooting corona treatment issues; electron beam curable gas and aroma barrier technology; and the role of adhesives in the retort pouch.

Save 35% on FTA's Flexible Packaging Market Research Study

Published: December 07, 2006

The Flexographic Technical Assn.'s (FTA) Packaging and Market Research Study provides a snapshot of the current and projected economic climate of the North American flexible packaging industry.

the PLACE

Published: December 01, 2006

Nanotechnology functionality in flexible packaging, new methods of manufacturing; enhanced economics of 100% solids adhesives; clarifiers for polypropylene film; and coextruded HMW-HDPE film structures with improved bubble stability.

Snack Food Packaging Demand to Reach $5.6 Billion in 2010

Published: November 16, 2006

According to a new study by The Freedonia Group, U.S. demand for snack food packaging is projected to advance 3.7% per year to $5.6 billion in 2010.