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MACtac MP880 Featured on Squeezable Films

Clear, permanent acrylic adhesive for film labeling applications

MAXStick Reports Products Are Now BP-Free

Company says all of its products are not qualified as Bisphenol-Free, adding to their eco-friendly reputation

Ashland Varnishes Are Certified by RIT

Company says 13 UV and water-based overprint varnishes in PureRad and PureKote lines are now certified and available for use with HP Indigo presses

drupa Global Insights Report Ready for Release

The study examines the impact of the Internet on print, concluding that printers must change their approach and invest accordingly

Pro Mach Acquires Benchmark Automation

Pro Mach says acquisition strengthens its material handling capabilities, especially in the food and bakery markets

Mark Andy Print Products Adds DigiFlex to Offerings

The DigiFlex FlexoJet inkjet-based CTP system allows analog plate materials to be imaged digitally

Study Shows APP Conservation Policy Works

Independent study says Asia Pulp and Paper has sufficient plantation for its Zero Deforestation commitment

Highcon Launches Euclid II Cutting/Creasing Machine

The new version includes a number of new options, including digital stripping unit, and features that are said to enhance cutting and creasing

Tidland Will Supply NimCor Air Chucks

The supply decision is part of the ongoing effort to align the NimCor and Tidland brands following the merger of Webex and Maxcess

HERMA Announces Durable Adhesive Material

HERMAtherm PP white 65 grade material with multilayer adhesive 62Gpt is said to be suited for labels in hostile environments

Titan Anniversary Celebration Is a Success

Atlas reports the Open House marking Titan’s 50th anniversary featured technology demonstrations as well as presentations from partner companies

Bemis Graphics Goes Thermal, Eliminates Solvents

Installs second DuPont Cyrel FAST 3000TD processor

Xeikon Launches Digital Press

The Cheetah, named for its speed, is a five-color press that can turn out self-adhesive/pressure-sensitive labels at 98 fpm

MOCON, Life Packaging Technology Report Joint Venture

The two companies form Life Pack Labs to produce innovative solutions for pharmaceutical and medical device packaging

AkzoNobel Coating Creates Compostable Paper Cup

EvCote Water Barrier 3000 is made from plant-based oils and recycled PET bottles

Constantia Flexibles Wins Alufoil Awards

European Aluminium Foil Assn. honors two foil-based products

Durst Offers Workflow Solution for Labels and Packaging

The Tau LFS 330 adds laser die-cutting to the 330 UV inkjet digital imager, providing a complete workflow for digital labels and specialty packaging

Menasha Packaging Expands Minnesota Facility

The project will add 50% to the facility and create company’s first location with design, production, and fulfillment all under one roof

FLEXcon Introduces BOPP Films

Company says sureFLEX films adapt to many container types, perform with no adhesive buildup, and are compatible with a variety of inks

Raven Expands Product Range with New Blown Film Line

Davis-Standard seven-layer line producing thinner film profiles

CTC Turret Rewinder Has Programmable Spray Glue System

The Spray N Tape turret rewinder is said to apply a minimum amount of light tach hot melt adhesive for clean release of all labels off the core

Zero-Max Drives Are Lubricated for Life

Crown right angle gear drives are said to offer smooth, quiet operation and are suited for heavy load applications while requiring no maintenance

Spartanics and SMAG Report Partnership

Arrangement will combine Spartanics’ laser cutting technology with Smag’s roll-fed label converting solutions

NewPage Offers Premium Label Paper

Reflections high-gloss, cast-coated alternative label paper is said to be well suited for spirits, wine, and pharmaceutical labels

IPS Testing Marks 25 Years in Business

The independent testing lab has grown over the years to include flushablity testing services as well as recyclability and regulatory testing

Screen USA Open House to Showcase Truepress Line

New high-speed Truepress inkjet press will be running line jobs at event, which takes place during Graph Expo 2014

DUNMORE Expands Foil Converting Capabilities

Company now offers coating and laminating services for a more complete range of foil materials types, foil thicknesses, and hardnesses

Stafford Offers Lever-Actuated Shaft Collars

Staff-Lok Hinged Shaft Collars are said to be easy to open and close by hand, eliminating the need for tools

Screen USA Adds New Label Press

The Truepress Jet L350UV inkjet label press is said to provide vibrant colors and smooth tones with good ink adhesion

Dow Corning Release Coating Solves Anchorage, Rub-Off Issues

Syl-Off SL 585 designed for high-speed converting of bulk roll labels

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