Materials Handling

Minimizing Waste in Extrusion Coating

(Coating/Laminating)

December 08, 2024, ... seamlessly integrating extrusion and lamination to produce high-performance composite materials. This technique involves applying a molten polymer onto a continuously moving substrate. Products of extrusion ...

Denso Introduces Comprehensive Viscotaq Tank Base Corrosion Protection System

(News | New Products)

December 04, 2024, ... a durable, moisture-resistant barrier at the tank chime area, safeguarding against water intrusion and contaminant infiltration. By utilizing Viscotaq’s flexible, self-adhering materials, operators can ...

Path to Sustainability According to Nordmeccanica

(Coating/Laminating)

December 04, 2024, ... of the conversion process involved in the production of flexible packaging-related structures. In order to comply with "recyclability" requirements, option one is the "Mono-Material" structure. In other ...

Beontag Partners with Michelin to Produce revolutionary RFID-enabled “smart tires”

(News | New Products)

December 03, 2024, ... and materials, will enable complete traceability of all new tires, including manufacture date and storage location, distribution, installation and replacement, refurbishment and more, for the entire life ...

PACT Lion-X: A New Weapon to Fight Deadly Lithium-Ion Battery Fires

(News | New Products)

December 03, 2024, ... fires in other materials like wood, paper and fiber, as well as items and structures, such as furniture, curtains, shelves, cars, boats, carpets, walls and ceilings by preventing the spread of flames without ...

GOEBEL IMS Introduces the Automatic Knife Positioning System for RAPID Powered by DIENES

(News | New Products)

December 01, 2024, ... for its exceptional handling of different materials, including paper and light board. With this upgrade, the RAPID machine sets a new standard for high-performance production, delivering both ease of ...

Flexible Packaging for a Convenience-Driven Society

(Coating/Laminating)

November 30, 2024, ... packaging materials are safe is critical to maintaining consumer trust and meeting regulatory requirements. In the realm of adhesives, the focus is on ensuring food safety through the removal of substances ...

Capstone Partners Reports: Portfolio Realignment and Sustainability Remains Top of Mind for Packaging M&A

(News | New Products)

November 25, 2024, ... market have toggled back and forth with the expectation of managing the end-of-life impact of the packaging materials they produce. This has often involved funding recycling programs, redesigning packaging ...

Meeting the Demands of Medical Grade Labels

(Bag Pouch)

November 24, 2024, High-performance Materials Key in Demanding Industries High-performance Materials Key in Demanding Industries By Amy Donato, PPG Global Platform Director, TESLIN® Products Labels used in medical ...

September 2024 US Cutting Tool Orders Total $188.7 Million, Up 0.7% Year-to-Date

(News | New Products)

November 24, 2024, ... Manager’s Index of less than 50, cutting tool consumption is still quite flat, indicating most shops are not running at full capacity. Inflation, interest rates, raw material costs, and pre-election uncertainty ...

PAC Strapping Products Introduces STRAPBLASTER™ Technology for Cleaning Debris Buildup for Automated Strapping Machines

(News | New Products)

November 21, 2024, ... buildup. Over time, dust and particles from strapping materials accumulate around critical components, leading to feed errors and equipment downtime. To tackle this issue, STRAPBLASTER™ Technology utilizes ...

ARC Honors Award Winners at R2R Conference USA

(News | New Products)

November 12, 2024, ... The judges noted the product’s reliance on multiple coatings, its life-saving potential and the use of fewer materials than competing products. Honorable Mention in the Product of the Year competition ...

Building a Circular Economy for Stretch Film

(Flexpack)

November 10, 2024, ... market. Stretch film is an indispensable material for companies as it offers a range of benefits across different industries and applications including packaging, shipping and storage. While many companies ...

Greif Launches a Recycled, Recyclable Barrier-Coated Paperboard for the Food Industry

(News | New Products)

November 05, 2024, ... eliminating the need for a separate offline coating process. This not only reduces costs, but also avoids the need to transport materials to another location, which helps reduce carbon emissions. Its ...

Merging Innovation and Sustainability in Flexible Packaging

(Bag Pouch)

November 03, 2024, Optimizing Product Protection, Minimizing Material Usage Optimizing Product Protection, Minimizing Material Usage By Swapna Gawale, Research Consultant, Towards Packaging Flexibility in packaging ...

Maxcess International Acquires International Cutting Die to Expand Presence in the Nonwoven Industry and Strengthens Global Tooling Leadership

(News | New Products)

October 29, 2024, ... rapidly growing nonwoven industry. With over 50 years of experience, ICD has built a reputation for excellence in producing high-quality cutting dies used in various industries, including nonwoven materials, ...

Pearl Technologies Introduces Value, Performance Rotary Perf Units

(News | New Products)

October 28, 2024, ... Perf Unit, the Performance unit operates without the need for oil, gas, or lubricants, making it ideal for medical applications and FDA-approved materials. Additional information will be available, and ...

Laser Cutting for Automating the Cutting Process in Labels & Packaging Applications

(Slit)

October 27, 2024, ... Cutting Laser cutting uses a concentrated beam of light to cut or engrave materials. The laser's high intensity can cut through a variety of substances, including paper, cardboard, plastic and thin metals. ...

Signode Unveils New Transit Packaging Innovations and Integrated Automation Solutions at PACK EXPO International 2024

(News | New Products)

October 23, 2024, ... configurations that adapt to a variety of product lines. Integrating a Simpli-flex conveyor system upstream in your operation helps set the stage for a continuous flow of materials throughout each phase ...

ROTOCON Appointed Distributor of DYM Machinery Unwinders and Rewinders in South Africa

(Slit)

October 21, 2024, ... their machines handle materials ranging from 25µm plastic film to 600gsm paperboard. DYM machines are compatible with all leading printing presses. Jesin Wang, DYM Machinery co-owner and global sales ...

A Look at Meeting Customer Demands

(Bag Pouch)

October 20, 2024, ... price increases, material supply chain disruptions and increasing customer demand for quicker turnaround times. This leads to them placing pressure on OEMs for faster speeds, easier-to-use controls and ...

What Is Web Cleaning, and Why Is It So Important?

(News | New Products)

October 14, 2024, ... of materials. Web cleaning is a crucial technology employed across various industrial processes, such as printing, coating, laminating and converting, to ensure the quality and cleanliness of continuous ...

Cortec® Launches EcoSonic® Bubble Film and Bags that Combine Cushioning Packaging with Permanent ESD protection and VpCI® Corrosion Protection Technology

(News | New Products)

October 09, 2024, ... fill material. Why combine corrosion and permanent ESD protection in a single bubble bag? Consider this: electronics are complex and sensitive components that often contain multiple metal types within ...

Orion S.A. launches bio-circular PRINTEX® Nature 35 for ink applications

(News | New Products)

October 09, 2024, Orion S.A. has launched PRINTEX® Nature 35 – a carbon black made of 100% bio-circular feedstocks. Orion S.A. has launched PRINTEX® Nature 35 – a carbon black made of 100% bio-circular feedstocks. The ...

Optimize PEM Fuel Cell Loadings with Continuous Monitoring & Control

(News | New Products)

October 08, 2024, ... are expensive. Improper loadings can impact the overall cost of a fuel cell. With NEX LS, you can easily set control parameters to alarm for variations in the uniformity of the catalyst material. A clear ...

Ensuring Clean Cuts in the Converting Industry

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 06, 2024, ... to accommodate the unique properties of these materials. The Role of Cutting Tests: Finding the Optimal Tooth Style Different films require different tooth configurations to achieve clean cuts. Conducting ...

Natural Habitat Adventures a Natural Fit with Monadnock Paper Mills

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, ... working to raise the bar on eco-friendly operations, including materials sourcing and recycling. Choosing 100% post-consumer waste recycled papers results in meaningful and quantifiable impact reductions. ...

Sun Chemical to Increase Prices Across Solvent-Based White Ink Product Line in North America

(News | New Products)

October 02, 2024, ... white ink product line in the United States and Canada, effective November 1, 2024. The price increase has been caused by rising key raw material costs coupled with material supply tightness, escalating ...

Enhancing Battery Production with Advanced Cleaning and Static Control

(Surface Prep)

September 29, 2024, ... elastomer rollers to pick up and remove fine particles from sensitive materials like anode and cathode films. This ensures that the films remain clean and free from contaminants, which is crucial for optimal ...

Labelexpo Americas 2024

(News | New Products)

September 26, 2024, ...  Complementing the exhibition includes the FlexPack@ Labelexpo, a focused area for flexible packaging, which will allow attendees entering this high-value market to see the latest equipment and materials ...