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Published: May 01, 2007

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Chemical Analysis Of The Polyester/Metal Surface Of A Delamination Failureby Eldridge M. Mount III, EMMOUNT Technologies Application:

A Scrappy Competitor

Published: April 01, 2007

Rich Shaw, general production manager of Mohawk Northern Plastics, says the 35-year-old company has enjoyed sustained success by operating state-of-the-art

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Published: April 01, 2007

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Use of Metallocene Polyethylene In Coextruded Lamination Films by Richard W. Halle and Simone Vigano, ExxonMobil Chemical APPLICATION:

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.