FEATURED STORYThis year's drupa theme was "touch the future," and the show lived up to it, says printing expert Dene Taylor. Allthough drupa is renown for introductions, this year most new machines were running for hours, few were merely for show, reinforcing that the printing industry has been transformed--the future is sooner, and development times are being compressed. FULL ARTICLE
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 Jemmco, LLC now offers JemmTron Corona Treater Sleeves in diameters up to 10" wide. As the most economical Corona Treater roller covering on the market and with better wear resistance than traditional bonded silicone, JemmTron Corona Treater Sleeves are the obvious choice. These FDA compliant sleeves provide excellent electrical, thermal and chemical resistance. Jemmco also offers a wide range of Corona Treater Roll Coverings including CRS100 Conductive Corona Treater Sleeves; Dielectric, Conductive and Semi-Conductive Ceramic Roll Coverings; and Epoxy Roll Coverings. Call today 262-512-9559
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CINCINNATI, OH | Ampac, a division of ProAmpac, announces a new low-extractable barrier lamination, PRO FlexiPURE, said to enhance the existing family of barrier drug and medical device overwrap laminations for the pharmaceutical and medical device markets. FULL ARTICLE
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MADISON, WI | BST North America reports the Powerscope 5000 narrow web visual inspection system has a high-resolution 16-Mb camera capable of viewing a print area as large as 100 x 75 mm (4 x 3 in.) and magnifying register marks and other small print details up to 35x magnification.
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SUSSEX, WI | QuadTech reports a new color technology said to allow more print operations to utilize advanced in-line spectral measurement on film, paper, or board. Using a 31-bin spectrophotometer, Color Measurement with Delta Cam offers full spectral measurement for CI flexo, in-line flexo, and gravure presses.
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Converting Track Systems offers the best roll handling solutions available. We design more efficient flow for your rolls, create safety, and ensure durability. Manual or Motorized, our tracks are versatile and innovative. The value comes from the satisfaction of the finished project, and years of providing peace of mind for many customers just like you. We are dedicated to roll handling and our focus has always been to provide consistency and durability for our customers. Contact us to Learn more!
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COOL CONVERTED PRODUCT
ZURICH, SWITZERLAND | The European Aluminium Foil Assn. has selected three Amcor packaging solutions as winners of an Alufoil Trophy 2016 in the categories of Consumer Convenience, Technical Innovation, and Resource Efficiency. The packages include a microwaveable metal bowl with an easy-peel aluminium foil lid that uses AluFix Retort Pro membrane; a LuxPrem+ overcap solution for premium spirits; and Formpack Ultra cold form blister for pharmaceutical products.
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FEATURED VIDEO
Webex Centers of Excellence - One Source for PrecisionTake a virtual tour of Webex and its two manufacturing Centers of Excellence in Neenah, Wisconsin, and Chicopee, Massachusetts. A $2.5 million investment, the Centers of Excellence initiative created two manufacturing centers of excellence, one in Neenah, Wisconsin, which specializes in the engineering and manufacturing of small and medium size rolls and one in Chicopee, Massachusetts, which does the same for larger rolls. For more information, visit www.maxcessintl.com. WATCH VIDEO
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FEATURED CONTENT: FLEXPACK
Tekni-Plex has opened a new closure liner facility in India. To learn more, visit the FLEXPACK content category on our website.
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PFFC MESSAGE BOARD
In the absence of our Federal Government's action on protecting its citizens from the Zika virus, Editorial Director Yolanda Simonsis wonders what corporations are doing to protect their employees. Visit our Message Board to find OSHA's Interim Guidance on the subject.
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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 Here.
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FEATURED INSTALLATIONAmerican Converting has installed a rebuilt Colter & Peterson 100-in. Seybold paper cutter with the latest version of Microcut. The North Carolina-based company cuts 48 x 48 in. sheets of paperboard into divider pads in custom sizes for use in food packaging, furniture, and other industries. The automated control system, shown above with plant manager Jimmy Misenheimer, guides the back gauge into position to deliver accurate trims at 1/64 in. VP/GM Tom Eubanks says, "The Seybold is cutting more material at 0.020 to 0.040 pt. thickness with a 6-in. lift for 8 in. x 10 in. pads. The larger cut area allows us to be much more efficient in our operation. The set-up with Microcut is more user friendly and makes everything easier for us to get the work done."
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SPECIAL DIRECTORY
 In our annual Coating & Laminating Services Directory, readers can quickly find converters offering custom coating & laminating services. This directory is interactive, as a website page, with links to the PFFC Buyers Guide. We offer Free listings or upgraded listings to stand out more with Company Logo, live e-mail link, and direct company Buyers Guide link.
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INDUSTRY NEWS
KOLDING, DENMARK | TRESU DigitalSolutions and Apex International have formed a global research, development, and training partnership. The two companies aim to improve the performance of coating technology for sheet-fed digital printing applications and to enhance customer service for users of TRESU's iCoat single and twin sheet-fed coaters.
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ROCKFORD, IL | Martin Automatic reports it has developed a unique working partnership over the years with KPB Europe, a manufacturer of narrow web presses that are designed for printing artificial casings, polybags, and films. Martin supplies the company with splicing and rewind technology.
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RESTON, VA | EXPO PACK Mexico 2016, held May 17-20, moved to Expo Bancomer Sante Fe and was the largest show in its 31-year history, growing 7% from last year, according to show producer PMMI.
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The PFFC staff wishes you a safe Fourth of July holiday weekend. Please note: Our offices will be closed Friday, July 1, through Monday, July 4, as we celebrate Independence Day. In a parade this weekend? Send us your pictures! 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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