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FEATURED STORY
The Assn. of Intl. Metallizers, Coaters & Laminators names winners of its competitions for product, sustainability, and technical awards. FULL ARTICLE
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WHAT'S NEW
CAMBRIDGE, UK | Xaar announces the 1002 GS40 for UV applications. The launch of this printhead into the UV market makes possible a range of high build varnish and textured effects for labels and packaging. FULL ARTICLE
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NEENAH, WI | Appleton Mfg. Division reports its battery-powered RollMover is well suited for increasing productivity and ensuring worker safety whenever heavy loads need to be moved. FULL ARTICLE
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DUSSELDORF, GERMANY | Kodak will introduce the ULTRASTREAM inkjet technology platform at drupa, where visitors will see the technology in an 8-in. configuration on a narrow web press. It features a smaller drop size and precise placement accuracy for higher resolution. FULL ARTICLE
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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
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COOL CONVERTED PRODUCT
HEILBAD HEILIGENSTADT, GERMANY | Mumm, a premium sparking wine, has become the canvas of Spanish artist Alex Trochut, whose multi-award winning and globally exhibited digital painting has already decorated the album covers of the Rolling Stones and Katy Perry. For Mumm's second art edition, Trochut created a design which abstracts the lively bubbling of the elegant sparking wine and the colors of the three varieties--Dry, Extra Dry, Rose Dry. With such a powerful design, it was essential that the label embody it perfectly. Constantia Flexibles Labels Div. rose to the challenge with its 360-deg sleeve label, printed in Germany.
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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.
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FEATURED BLOG
In a follow up to her post on How To Structure an Effective Sales Conference, senior marketer and brand enthusiast Stephanie Millman explains why you should assign a content owner for your conference and then provide that person with authority to take action. She offers 7 steps to make sure the conference is a good investment for everyone involved.
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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!
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ON FACEBOOK
Condolences to the family of James (Jim) Mayes Jr., former owner of Colorcraft of Virginia, who passed away March 15. Dave Seline and Mark Turano 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.
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FEATURED COMPANY
Roll-2-Roll Technologies LLC, located in Stillwater, Oklahoma, is an innovative technology company dedicated to providing solutions to the roll-to-roll and converting industry. We are a university spin-off from Oklahoma State University (OSU), home of the world renowned Web Handling Research Center. With over 30 years of R&D and product development experience, we have a strong focus towards commercializing revolutionary technologies into innovative solution that solves real-world customer problems. Learn More HereIs your company featured in PFFC's Buyers Guide? Our Buyers Guide lists more than 1,000 suppliers of equipment, accessories, materials, and services in hundreds of categories. To list your company, click here.
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FEATURED INSTALLATION
Tapp Label installed two new HP Indigo WS6800 Digital Presses, and upgraded two other HP presses, allowing the company to gain new efficiencies, such as on-press proofing and reduced set-up time, and transfer more of its waterless offset and flexography jobs to digital. "Even though flexography and traditional waterless offset both have their niche, the label market is shifting from these traditional printing processes to the HP Indigo platform to economically satisfy demand for shorter run lengths, increased SKUs, and faster turnarounds," said Rod Smith (second from right), executive VP of sales and marketing. "Our new HP Indigo digital presses and upgrades help satisfy those requirements and more, and we have been able to increase production flexibility, reduce waste, and deliver phenomenal print fidelity that has helped us grow our business."
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FEATURED WHITE PAPER
As the use of hot melt coatings continues to grow and evolve so too have the operating parameters and requirements for applying these coatings. This article covers several of the coating methods currently used to apply hot melts, including a review of the typical operating parameters and conditions for each method, as well as the associated advantages or disadvantages. DOWNLOAD WHITE PAPER
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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. VISIT DIRECTORY
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FEATURED CONTENT: FLEXPACK
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Want To Reach a Specific Segment of the PFFC Audience with your Advertising Message?
You can speak with Mike Miles, director, Data & Media Services, at MeritDirect, to target a specific demographic within our readership. Mike can be reached at 914-368-1037 or e-mail at: mmiles@meritdirect.com.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
PIACENZA, ITALY | BOBST and several industry partners convened in Cairo, Egypt, recently to meet representatives of the Egyptian flexible packaging and label converting industries who attended the roadshow.
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GREEN BAY, WI | Green Bay Packaging reports the launch of In-Store Innovation, a new sales group designed to focus on the retail environment. This group will provide merchandising solutions that attract the attention of shoppers through use of creative and innovative designs.
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RESTON, VA | PMMI has released a new report entitled 2016 Food Packaging Trends and Advances, forecasting the US food industry will grow at a steady rate of 2.9% CAGR through 2022.
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Talk To Me
Hope the eggs in your Easter basket are just as colorful as these. A reminder that our offices will be closed on Friday, March 25, for Good Friday. Hope you have a blessed Easter. You can write to me at chine@pffc-online.com. -- Claudia Want 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 2016, 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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