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WHAT'S NEW
LEVERKUSEN,GERMANY | Fully roll-to-roll printable organic photovoltaic energy cells (OPVs) have been produced by the Technical Univ. of Denmark, Dept. of Energy Conservation and Storage, using printed Clevios PEDOT:PSS from Heraeus Conductive Polymers Div. rather than traditional vacuum processed Indium Tin Oxide.
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MENTOR, OH | Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials has introduced a new collection of North American Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified paper label materials. The prices of these new products are comparable with those of non-certified alternatives to drive the use of FSC-certified materials throughout the value chain.
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SAN LEANDRO, CA | INX Digital International, addressing a need for alternative inks in the wide format industry, has reformatted its flapship Triangle brand JVS color compatible inks. Print operators no longer need to reprofile their printers when using these inks, which are both color and chemically compatible with OEM inks.
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 Jemm-Tac Web Cleaning Sleeves have proven to be the most affordable and effective way to clean moving webs. It is now possible to improve your product quality without having to make major machine modifications or requiring a significant capital investment. Best of all, Jemm-Tac Web Cleaning Sleeves can be installed in-plant so there is no need for unnecessary downtime, spare rollers or two way shipping. To learn more
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FEATURED STORY
Printing expert Dene Taylor was like a kid in a candy store when he attended the Printed Electronics Conference in Santa Clara, CA. Here is his recap of the conductive materials for inks and coatings that can be used confidently within our businesses today.
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 Simco-Ion and Teknek will be exhibiting the latest advancements in static control and web cleaning technology at ICE USA. Stop by booth #607 to check out the innovative Pinner Easy, which combines a static charging bar and charging generator into one revolutionary design. For narrow and wide web cleaning applications, Teknek contact cleaners provide unsurpassed cleaning performance and are available in a variety of configurations, including silicone free. Stop by at ICE or contact us for the details. www.Simco-Ion.com
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FEATURED BLOG
Web handling expert Tim Walker answers the question: Can you help us understand how a roll will react to increases or decreases in storage temperature?
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 Register now and save 50% off entrance fees! ICE USA 2013 is the must attend event for the Converting Industry. Now with more than 100 new exhibitors, joining the over 200 returning exhibitors as the meeting point for international converting specialists and decision makers. April 9-11, 2013, at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, Florida.
This year's ICE USA Conference sponsored by AIMCAL features the most comprehensive educational program in the converting industry with nearly 40 educational sessions covering a variety of technical management and operational issues.
For a full list of exhibitors, educational programs or other information about ICE USA 2013, visit www.ice-x-usa.com.
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FEATURED VIDEO
 Jeff Opad, VP of JEMMCO LLC, describes to PFFC's editorial director Yolanda Simonsis new roller coverings. Included is the RS200 high release rubber sleeve with excellent release properties. Don't miss the blooper reel at the end!
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FEATURED JOB
 Presco Polymers, a flexible vinyl film and outdoor marking products manufacturer, is seeking a Process Engineer at its Sherman, TX, facility. Will be directly responsible for continuous improvement of web handling, printing, and converting equipment and machinery to maximize production, quality, and capacity.
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 PFFC columnist Tim Walker is opening his casebook of web handling problems and solutions. Presented by TJW+Associates and PFFC, WOW 1.0: Walker on Web Handling is a two-day seminar being held May 14-15, 2013, at the Holiday Inn RDU in Raleigh, NC.
Long-time readers of PFFC have learned to rely on Walker for his proven advice and easy-to-understand explanations of web handling fundamentals. WOW 1.0 will cover all systems of web handling and will provide the tools to diagnose and remedy defects of tension variations, bagginess, curl, scratches, misalignment, and wrinkling.
WOW 1.0 will address these topics at all levels, providing rules of thumb and their basis in engineering mechanics. A comprehensive seminar workbook will include hundreds of illustrations that demonstrate advanced concepts.
For full details and registration, visit www.webhandling.com/WOW1.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
PORTLAND and MEDFORD, OR | Polaris Battery Labs and Carestream Tollcoating are joining forces to help customers accelerate the launch of new battery materials and technologies. The collaboration leverages the capabilities of both companies for customers interested in anode and cathode electrode development and processing as well as new separator membranes.
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Minigrip Offers Range of Specialty Medical Bags
LIVINGSTON, NJ | Plastics manufacturer Inteplast Group has transferred the sales, marketing, and shipping of specialty medical bags from its IBS division to its newly acquired Minigrip Commercial. The products include Speci-Gard adhesive-closure and Speci-Zip zipper-closure bags as well as a line of customizable patient belonging bags.
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ROSEMONT, IL | Gearing up for Pack Expo Las Vegas 2013, show organizer PMMI held a press event on March 13 at the Intercontinental Chicago O'Hare Hotel. The program covered news about packaging advances and the economy as well as the upcoming exhibition. Coming of the very successful debut of Expo Pack Guadalajara in March, expectations for the Vegas show are high.
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Talk To Me
I just came back from a long weekend in Rapid River, MI, in the U.P. My best friend's great grandfather was the lighthouse keeper in Escanaba back in the day. A beautiful drive on the way up, and such fun for a city girl to see the ice fishing huts scattered across the three feet of ice atop Lake Michigan right now. Do you ice fish? How long can you stay out on the ice? Write to me at chine@pffc-online.com. - ClaudiaWant to share your news with our subscribers? Send your company's announcements and new product releases to us for inclusion in E-Clips. Editorial Inquiries/Press Releases: Yolanda Simonsis | President/Editorial Director | 773-916-PFFC Claudia Hine | Managing Editor | 312-286-1374 Advertising Opportunities: Tim Janes | VP Online Sales | 303-674-0577 Copyright 2013, YTC Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This newsletter is protected by United States copyright and other intellectual property laws and may not be reproduced, rewritten, distributed, re-disseminated, transmitted, displayed, published or broadcast, directly or indirectly, in any medium without the prior written permission of YTC Media, Inc.
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