Transition from plastic to wood fiber: Maintaining sustainability and durability in everyday uses Paid Members Public
The world has a single-use plastic problem; the majority of plastic does not get recycled and much of it ends up in the ocean or landfills. As such, sustainability initiatives are no longer becoming a “nice to have” marker of social responsibility, nor are they considered a competitive advantage for
TLMI addresses supply chain crisis via communication, education, market research resources Paid Members Public
Across the greater printed-packaging industry, conditions such as demand surges, force majeure, raw-materials shortages and allocations have had a profound impact on the ways that printed-packaging converters carry out their day-to-day business. However, perhaps the segment that has felt these forces most acutely is the label industry. Given the multitude
Technology Watch: Q3 2022 Paid Members Public
Maplesoft’s (Waterloo, ON, Canada) updated MapleSim product line enables machine designers to improve web handling equipment at less cost using digital models and now includes compatibility with more automation software for controller code. The MapleSim Web Handling Library is a system-level modeling and simulation tool that enables machine designers
Sustainable paper packaging for FMCGs, foodservice applications gains traction among consumers & brands Paid Members Public
The world of packaging is in a constant state of change. Consumer environmentalism, government legislation and even COVID-19 have forced consumer retail brands to rethink and redesign their packaging. High demand for supply-chain transparency now is driving synergies among multiple players to work together in the creation of new sustainable
Substrate Secrets: What, why and how do we measure substrate properties? Part 3 Paid Members Public
As I have said before, substrates harbor many secrets. Some are easy to discern; some are not. Critical properties should be measured and controlled to ensure accurate property levels are met or known. I will continue with what properties should be measured, along with a discussion on how to use
Special Market Report: Labeling & Release Liners Paid Members Public
Download the Special Market Report on labels and release liners by clicking the link below.
Release liner into containerboard: A recycling study and its results Paid Members Public
Siliconized release liner generally is perceived as unrecyclable due to the thin layer of silicone on the paper. As interest in recycling more grades of paper grows, niche grades such as liner now are of interest. This study looks at taking two common types of liner and recycling them with
Pressure-sensitive adhesive coating by slot-die technology: Material, equipment considerations Paid Members Public
In the world of coating tapes and labels, we need to be aware of adhesive and cohesive effects, rheology limitations, equipment capability and interfacial interactions. Of particular interest is the interaction of silicone release liners and adhesive coating. Specifically in slot-die coating, how does the adhesive release from the equipment,
