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WHAT'S NEW
ROCHESTER, NH | Dover Flexo Electronics announces the new FireGuard2 Intrinsically Safe Tension Indicator/Amplifier, an energy-limiting electronic interface between tension transducers and tension monitoring and control electronics. Listed for use when tension transducers and analog tension meter (optional) are located in hazardous Class I Division 1 or 2 areas.
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SAN LEANDRO, CA | INX Digital has introduced MGA UV-curable pigmented inks to the US marketplace. The newest TRIANGLE brand product is a premium high-density, acrylate-based grand format alternative inkjet ink set formulated specifically for use with the Durst Rho series of printers.
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WIXOM, MI | Integrated Systems Design offers solutions that focus on providing space savings, increased productivity, reduced labor, higher accuracy, and system flexibility to change as an operation's activities change in the future.
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 JEMM-TRON Silicone Corona Treater Sleeves are the most economical Treater Roll covering available. Epoxy and Ceramic Corona have proven to be extremely reliable. The JemmTron Family of Corona Treater Roll Coverings are designed to satisfy the specific needs of a wide range of Corona Treating Applications, and are backed by Over a Decade of Proven Success. To Learn More
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FEATURED STORY
 PRIMIR's latest study on "Emerging Printing Technologies & Applications" presents a stimulating overview of new technologies and applications and the applicability of these budding technologies for printers and printing industry suppliers. The research examines printed electronics and displays, 3D printing, and biomedical printing, as well as 2D bar codes and security printing; nanotechnology is also investigated.
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FEATURED CONTENT: PRINTING
Looking for news, news products, and advice on package or label printing? Visit the PRINTING content category on our website.
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The Epson® SurePress® delivers consistent, repeatable color
The SurePress L-4033A digital label press employs a six-color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Black, Orange and Green) ink set to produce a wide range of professional, repeatable colors. The L-4033AW adds a seventh ink--White--making it ideal for transparent and metallic-type labels. Both presses can be customized with a number of options. For even faster speeds, choose the SurePress L6034V or VW. Powered by the new Epson® PrecisionCore™ printhead, they offer print speeds up to 49' per minute. Learn more.
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FEATURED BLOG
 Polymer processing expert Tom Bezigian says that since he started in this industry back in the dark ages, before computers and GUI/HMI process control systems, universal corona treating systems, plasma treatment, and the like, gauge bands have been the bane of the extrusion coating converter, and to a lesser extent, cast and blown film producers. Nothing has changed in this regard.
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 Laem System is a world-renowned brand of value in the designing, engineering and manufacturing of slitter rewinders, machines and equipment for the packing industry. The company has been an important reference point for film manufacturers and metalized film converters. Learn More Here
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PFFC CONFERENCES AT CPP EXPO
 PFFC's Coating Matters columnist, Mark Miller, is presenting "Hot Melt Coating Technology: Thinner, Faster, and the State of the Art" on Sunday, September 28, as part of CPP Expo's Conference Program. How thin can an adhesive be stretched before the rheology of the polymer is detrimental to the final product? This presentation will exhibit the current direction hot melt adhesive manufacturers are headed and what the impact is for raw material suppliers and equipment manufacturers.
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 Mohawk has expanded the company's envelope offerings with the introduction of Saybrook envelopes. Every envelope features a discreet die-cut "M" on the inside seam, which is revealed by holding the envelope to up a light source.
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NEW! VIDEO GUIDE
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FEATURED WEBINAR
 Did you miss last week's webinar on Solventless Laminating with Nordmeccanica, Dow, and Enercon? Simply register to view the on-demand, archived webinar to learn best practices and how to avoid common mistakes. Get insight on how variables such as machine design, adhesive mixing, and surface treatment all play a part in your lamination success.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
DALLAS, TX | KBA North America announces that K-1 Packaging Group is anticipating the arrival of its new Rapida 105 41-in. eight-color press with coater and UV capabilities this spring. The company manufactures folding cartons, rigid boxes, pressure-sensitive labels, and flexible packaging.
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CHICAGO, IL | Financial experts exchanged ideas at the recent Mergers & Acquisitions Executive Forum 2014, conducted by AWA Alexander Watson Associates. The entire packaging value chain--from machinery, materials, processors to key packaging end-users--is seeing continued growth in mergers and acquisitions.
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Menasha Packaging Yukon Plant Expands Capabilities
NEENAH, WI | Menasha Packaging's Yukon Plant, located in Ruffs Dale, PA, is increasing production and quality of high-impact graphic displays thanks to new state-of-the-art machinery, including an Automatan litho labeler and Bobst Mastercut die-cutter.
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Talk To Me
 Hope you had an outstanding Memorial Day weekend and had a chance to honor the servicemen and women who have lost their lives serving our country. If your family is missing someone special today, send me their picture and we will honor them in our newsletter. Write to me at chine@pffc-online.com. - Claudia
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