GORDONSVILLE, VA | Klockner Pentaplast offers Pentalabel ClearFloat floatable films said to satisfy the growing need for films that meet standards set by the recycling community, while providing clarity, processability, and durability.

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BERGISCH GLADBACH, GERMANY | Zanders has relaunched its Silver digital range of two-side double-coated paper and board designed for toner-based digital printing and available in both gloss and matte finishes.

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WOLLERAU, SWITZERLAND | ATP offers water-based pressure-sensitive adhesive systems, which, while they might exhibit whitening when exposed to humidity, reportedly show no loss of adhesion to the substrate.

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thelamco's new Secure-Pak™ paperboard combines rugged tear resistance and product protection with superior shelf presence ideal for:

* Health & Beauty Products
* Consumer Electronics
* Batteries/Tools/Hardware
* And Much More!

Tough on the shelf, consumers can open thelamco Secure-Pak™ products easily and safely with household scissors.

For more info, call toll free (866) 926 6101 or visit www.thelamco.com

STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN | SCA reports it has developed a revolutionary technique for producing round corrugated board packaging. Arcwise offers new design possibilities while reducing packaging weight by 30%, thereby also improving environmental performance. Arcwise can be deployed in standard corrugated board production facilities.

The SE-46C digital line sensor is capable of detecting lines, edges of lines and graphic patterns such as barcodes. It can also be used in low contrast conditions or with different patterns located close to each other, where traditional line sensors do not work. The SE-46C can also edge guide transparent films. Learn more.

 "Remote data monitoring for web-based processes is now a reality," says polymer processing expert Tom Bezigian. "In this era of reduced budgets and staffing, the need for reduced waste and consistent quality has not changed. Reduced staffing however means less eyes to watch the process, inspect product, find defects, and correct the issue. Or it means longer and longer hours with fewer and fewer people, which of course has diminishing returns. This is where data acquisition and monitoring comes into play."

2016 Converting School CONNECT will include courses in Web Handling, Web Slitting, Solution Preparation and Mixing, Web Winding, Web Coating and Drying and Adhesion and Adhesives. All from the industry's top Professors, Consultants and Experts. On CONNECT Wednesday, attendees will have the opportunity to schedule individual appointments with instructors, attend group sessions and take part in small focus groups to discuss today's challenges and opportunities. Join us April 11-15 in Brookfield, Wisconsin for this can't miss event. Register Now!

Condolences to the family of Harry Voss, former CEO, president, and owner of Diamond Packaging, who passed away February 28. Patrick Hogan, Bill Ruttan, Dave Olson, Blake Insteness, Mike Dispenza, and Dave Tovar are in the news. Follow your industry colleagues by Liking PFFC on Facebook and take a moment to congratulate them on their recent career moves.

Parkland International has been producing high quality equipment for the UK and Worldwide Converting Industry for over 40 years. Based in the UK, the company specializes in two main product ranges, Slitting Machines and Core Cutting Machines. Learn More Here

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The goal of every brand owner is to sell products in packaging that stands out on the grocery aisle and captures the attention of consumers. One way to help packaging truly pop off the shelf is to print the graphics with high-definition plate technology.

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New chamber technology for doctor blades will propel the printing industry to the next level of quality and savings. To learn more, visit the PRINTING content category on our website.

CLEVELAND, OH | A new study from the Freedonia Group says demand for pouches in the US will grow 4.4%/yr through 2020 to $10.1 billion, driven primarily by the introduction of pouch packaging into new markets and the integration of high-value features, such as resealable closures and spouts, in more mature markets. 

PARAMUS, NJ | CPP Expo has moved to New York City and will appear June 14-16 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. CPP, which now stands for Collaboration in Packaging Production, will include the Converters' Collaboration Zone featuring actual packaging materials/finished products.

KINGSPORT, TN | Domtar Corp. reports its mill is celebrating its 100th year of operation, a milestone the company says is directly tied to support from the Kingsport community.

 
Are you in Fort Worth, TX, today attending the Flexographic Technical Assn.'s Forum and Info*Flex? If so, stop by and visit the PFFC staff at Booth 226. We'll provide technical advice by our printing, web handling, and coating experts. Plus, we've got a free gift for you! You can write to me at chine@pffc-online.com. -- Claudia

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