Materials Handling

Flexible Packaging Association Accepting Applications for the 2024 FlexForward® Conference Presenters

(News | New Products)

March 19, 2024, ... segments of the packaging industry. Flexible packaging is produced from paper, plastic, film, aluminum foil, or any combination of those materials, and includes bags, pouches, labels, liners, wraps, rollstock, ...

Addressing Bio-film/Compostables and Plastic Film Processing Challenges

(Bag Pouch)

March 17, 2024, There are a number of bio-based and other materials becoming available that go some way towards meeting environmental concerns. By Tom Kerchiss, Chairman, RK PrintCoat Instruments Ltd. There are ...

Q&A with Enercon’s Sales Director Mike McConnell

(Surface Prep)

March 15, 2024, ... the battery industry treating anode, cathode, and battery separator material to improve adhesion. In other areas our technologies are used in the production of new films that are pushing the envelope on ...

Distinguished Global Partnership Aims to Extinguish Lithium-Ion Battery Fires

(News | New Products)

March 13, 2024, ... (PACT®), a CT-based manufacturer of a proprietary, fire-suppressant paper wrap and BS Technics, a thermal interface material company in Korea, today announced an exclusive partnership that allows the expansion ...

HiFlow Solutions Releases Free Imposition App for Packaging and Commercial Print Applications

(Flexpack)

March 13, 2024, ... including the amount of material required.” Kowalczyk points out that using this ease-of-entry tool only allows creating an imposition layout for one quantity, while in the full HiFlow MIS imposition ...

TAPPI Announces Newly Elected Directors from Irving Consumer Products, Valmet and Auburn University

(News | New Products)

March 10, 2024, ... TAPPI, highlight his broad expertise and his dedication to the sector's growth and innovation. Dr. Maria Soledad Peresin has more than 20 years of academic and industrial experience in materials science ...

FPA: The State of the U.S. Flexible Packaging Industry

(Print)

March 10, 2024, ... expectations, profitability, capital spending) Materials and processes (printing, expected material usage) End-uses (end-use forecast, U.S. Census Bureau retail segments data) Structure and consolidation ...

IMS TECHNOLOGIES Slitting and Winding Solutions

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

March 06, 2024, ... support to customers worldwide. The Group currently specializes in the production of machinery for slitting materials roll to roll, covering a wide range of applications from paper to aluminum, pressed ...

Clariant to Showcase Sustainably-evolved Coatings at American Coatings Show 2024

(News | New Products)

March 04, 2024, ... Gold-level Material Health and "OK compost INDUSTRIAL" certificates and has a renewable carbon index (RCI) of at least 98%. Clariant has world-leading expertise in providing solutions for the paint ...

Management Controls Highlights Top Trends and Predictions for the Paper Industry

(News | New Products)

March 04, 2024, ... supply chain and raw material sourcing challenges, the converter industry  continues to gain momentum. The global converting paper market was valued at $42 million in 2022 and is expected to reach $556.2 ...

Sticking to Sustainability

(Flexpack)

March 03, 2024, ... plastic totes, glass or other materials, the labels are completely and cleanly removable. Ultra-removable labels can enhance both a product as well as the overall customer experience by emphasizing a ...

Aptar - Food Protection Enters Exclusive Partnership with Halopack to Launch Recyclable, Fiber-based Tray System in North America

(News | New Products)

February 27, 2024, Aptar - Food Protection, part of AptarGroup, Inc. and a leader in active material science food safety solutions Photo courtesy of Aptar - Food Protection Aptar - Food Protection, part of AptarGroup, ...

ABB Delivers Microwave Consistency Meters to Greenfield Pulp and Paper Mill in Greece

(News | New Products)

February 27, 2024, ... of recycled corrugated case material, such as testliner and recycled fluting grades, at our mill in Pelasgia.” “Our customer only brought the mill online in 2023 and we’re looking forward to their team ...

Reliance Label Solutions Launches Free Hazardous Chemical Labeling Operations Assessment

(News | New Products)

February 23, 2024, ... customers intimately understand that labeling environmentally sensitive materials is far more complex than a quick print-and-apply. In this industry, labels and their application techniques must stand ...

Finish Thompson Inc. Highlights DB10 Sealless Plastic Centrifugal Pumps for Pulp and Paper Applications

(News | New Products)

February 23, 2024, ... working pressure of 80 pounds per square inch (PSI)/5.5 bar, and a high maximum specific gravity of more than 1.8. Connection types, O-ring, and bushing materials can be ordered to meet application-specific ...

International Molded Fiber Association Adds New University and Student Membership Categories

(News | New Products)

February 23, 2024, ... planet grapples with persistent environmental concerns, sustainability in packaging materials is more vital than ever. IMFA passionately fosters this change by building the availability, relevance, and ...

ECKART Metallic Effect Inks: Championing Sustainability in the Printing Industry

(News | New Products)

February 21, 2024, ... urgent need for sustainable practices. As businesses and consumers alike demand eco-friendlier options, the focus has shifted towards materials and processes that support the circular economy. ECKART, ...

Industrial Physics announces appointment of Michael Jacobsen to Global Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain

(News | New Products)

February 21, 2024, Leading global packaging, product and material test and measurement provider, Industrial Physics Leading global packaging, product and material test and measurement provider, Industrial Physics, has ...

Extinguishing Lithium-Ion Battery Liability with Green Packaging

(Flexpack)

February 21, 2024, ... outer packaging made of durable, waterproof and cushioned, yet cost-effective and eco-friendly, materials. Keep purchasing and shipping costs down with packaging that is also lightweight and reusable. ...

ISRA VISION Honored for Outstanding Supplier Performance in Battery Component Manufacturing

(News | New Products)

February 18, 2024, ISRA VISION GmbH has been awarded the "Outstanding Supplier" award by the Chinese company Zijiang New Material (Zijiang). Photo courtesy of ISRA VISION ISRA VISION GmbH has been awarded the "Outstanding ...

The Merits of a Repurposed Slitter Rewinder

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

February 18, 2024, ... wrap shear) or remain in place where both systems are needed. Increased Production Needs If the project goal is increased production, beyond faster winder speeds, material handling efficiency should ...

GlobalVision Launches Groundbreaking OCR Feature: A Leap Into AI for Pharma Regulatory and Proofreading Teams

(News | New Products)

February 12, 2024, The leader in document quality control software for regulated industries, GlobalVision, announced today that Optical Character Recognition (OCR) will now be available in its Verify automated proofreading ...

Leader in Advanced Sensing and Control Solutions

(Roll Handling)

February 12, 2024, ... flagship product, the Roll-2-Roll® Sensor, exemplifies this philosophy. This plug-and-play solution can detect any material without the need for setup or calibration, making it one of the most efficient ...

A leader in printing equipment

(Print)

February 12, 2024, ... and impressions from a PDF file - saving time, material and ink. Operators simply press one button to start the make-ready process. The ELS-MAX can be customized with additional features such as inline ...

LAEM IMS – Slitting and rewinding solutions always keeping pace with the evolving needs of the converting industry

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

February 12, 2024, ... along with technologically advanced end-of-line full automation systems essential for processing various flexible packaging materials as well as paper, film, laminates, aluminum, and coated materials. ...

ETI: Pioneering Innovation in Label Manufacturing

(Coating/Laminating)

February 12, 2024, ... labelstock yourself, using your choice of raw materials including paper or filmic substrate, silicone, and adhesive. This transformative approach isn’t just about manufacturing your own material, it’s ...

Dover Flexo Electronics – Celebrating 50 Years of Tension Control Innovation

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

February 12, 2024, ... improvements in material processing productivity and reliability, helping to reduce waste and operating costs. Industries such as flexible packaging, paper, film, foil and web converting are their specialty. ...

QC Electronics: Unrivaled Corona Treatment Solutions

(Web Handling)

February 11, 2024, ... and design. Operating on unique technology and crafted with premium techniques and materials, the quality of the equipment is undeniable. Our adherence to premium construction paired with cutting-edge ...

Sun Chemical Implements Freight Surcharges in Light of Red Sea Crisis

(News | New Products)

February 11, 2024, ... the situation is also causing significant cost increases and could soon start to impact the availability of raw materials. As a proactive response to these challenges, Sun Chemical is actively monitoring ...

Flint Group Provides Update on Effect of Developments in Red Sea

(News | New Products)

February 11, 2024, ... to mitigate the impact of the current sea freight disruption by proactively tracking incoming materials, reviewing stock levels and adjusting the mode of transportation to recover delays. Our top priority ...