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FEATURED STORY
 Like with everything else in the coating world, membranes perform better the thinner they are, says coating expert Mark Miller. Thin coatings or castings, in this case, require a level of understanding in fluid flow that may seem daunting. But don't worry, the concepts can be boiled down to a level where a handful of theories can guide your process decision making!
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HOXTER, GERMANY | Clondalkin Flexible Packaging Wentus has developed WENTOPRO barrier film for dry food products, particularly cereals, that is said to prevent the migration of potentially harmful mineral oils from the outer packaging into the food itself.
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CHICAGO, IL | Videojet has added V418 enhanced adhesion ink to its 1000 Line ink range. Company says V418 has been formulated to improve adhesion and abrasion resistance on flexible film packaging commonly used in meat and poultry and fish and seafood manufacturing facilities.
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DANVERS, MA | Techkon USA says its Graphic Vision Spectro system (GVS) meets exacting demands for both color and print quality. System integrates a high-resolution camera with a precise spectrophotometer in a single unit. On-line monitoring of a flexo press enables print defect monitoring and brand color control.
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WIGTON, CUMBRIA, UK | Innovia Films' NatureFlex is helping an Italian coffee company with its launch of a new organic brand. Based in Modena, Caffè Molinari SpA introduced a Bio range in espresso and decaffeinated varieties, which uses fully certified compostable packaging.
The coffee pack is constructed using two-layers, comprising a white metallized high barrier NatureFlex outer layer laminated to a bio-polymer sealant inner layer, providing high seal strength and integrity.
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FEATURED VIDEO
 The new video from Goldenrod Corporation shows the features and benefits of its differential shafts for slitting and rewinding applications. Both the DFX (Direct Friction) and CL (Cam Lock) styles are featured. Goldenrod's unique, patented multiple external bladder shaft design and cartridge core stop systems for easy changeover are shown in action.
http://www.goldrod.com/pages/49.php.
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Fort Lauderdale, FL-based 21st Century Labels & Packaging historically has used conventional printing equipment for orders ranging from 1,000 to 10 million labels. In 2014, the converter installed the HP Indigo WS6600 digital press to address demand for shorter run lengths. In less than one year, digital printing has grown from zero to more than 20% of the company's revenue. "We pride ourselves on new product development and innovation and are continually offering our customers new solutions to provide them greater value," said Michael Stephens, president. "Digital printing will enable us to better address market trends and customer demand for shorter run lengths, faster turnaround times, and personalization, and the HP Indigo WS6600 Digital Press is our latest investment to offer customers exceptional performance and quality for high-value labels and packaging applications." Now the company plans to upgrade the press with a Value Pack to add all the functionality of a WS6800 digital press.
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FEATURED CONTENT: CARTON/BOX
Don't miss the intricate, multi-dimensional promotional box that Cenveo's Packaging Division produced for the Tobacco Plus Convenience Expo. Visit the CARTON/BOX content category on our website.
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Counterfeiting has become a worldwide problem, and the dangers it poses to brand owners can be vast. It could threaten public health, increase taxes, and raise the price of legitimate products. Worst of all, it could damage the reputation of a brand.
In this white paper, Sun Chemical shows how its diverse brand-protection product portfolio and presence around the world can make it a good fit to help resolve counterfeiting issues on packaging for any multi-national brand.
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Looking for a contract converter? The PFFC Online Contract Converting Services Directory is interactive, offering a quick reference format to find converters that provide toll coating, laminating, rewinding, salvage services, and more. Readers can learn more about each company by clicking their live website link or the link to the company's Buyers Guide listing. To list your company (or update your current listing), contact Tim Janes at: tjanes@pffc-online.com or call (303) 674-0577.
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 Editorial Director Yolanda Simonsis shares information regarding an Ipack-Ima conference session, titled "Designing a resilient future: food, technology and sustainable development," that took place during the expo staged May 19-23 at Fieramilano in Milan, Italy. How long and how can the world's agro-alimentary system be sustained? Currently, the situation is alarming. READ BLOG
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When you think "Innovation," do you think about Cost or Savings? Trending now: Innovation and Growth: The 1 - 2 Punch.
PFFC has launched a Message Board on our website for The Converter Community. You're invited to create a new topic, post a question, and provide advice. Join the discussion!
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Static Clean International (SCI) is a leading supplier and manufacturer of Static Control Products in North America and across the globe. Serving Industrial, Medical, and Electronic markets, our product line consists of Static Neutralizing Systems, Bars and Power Supplies, Ionizing Bench Top and Overhead Blowers, Ionizing Air Guns and Nozzles, Electrostatic Charging Equipment, Sheet/Web Cleaners, Laminar Flow Benches, Medical Cleaning Stations, Clean Room Systems and Static Control Measuring devices. Our goal is to help reduce costs, improve operations and increase quality. Learn More Here.
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MIAMI, FL | Winners of the first AWA Alexander Watson & Assoc.'s Sleeve Label Award competition were the highlight of the organization's AWA Intl. Sleeve Label Conference and Exhibition 2015 held in Miami, FL, on April 29-30, 2015.
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Domino Wins Second Award for QRT Graphics
CAMBRIDGE, UK | Domino Printing Sciences' N610i digital color ink jet label press has enabled French adhesive label printer QRT Graphique to win its second French Label Award (Les Trophees de l'Etiquettes).
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DUBAI, UAE | Gulf Print & Pack 2015 enjoyed its most successful edition to date, reports organizers Tarsus Group. The show ran April 13-16 at Dubai's World Trade Centre and posted a 26.7% rise in visitor numbers with a footfall of 11,918. Registration data shows that visitors came from an unprecedented 110 countries.
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