2024 R2R USA

Your Future Workforce: Tips for Attracting New Talent to Our Industry Members Public

Presented by Zachery Blackburn, Central Piedmont Community College It is a struggle for the entire industry to find and retain fresh, educated talent for our production floors. In his presentation, Zachery will describe his recruitment strategies to bring in new students for his Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology program at

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

When To Upgrade Your Web Handling Line Members Public

Presented by David Stephan, PCT Ebeam and Integration Obsolescence happens, and control hardware and software will need to be upgraded. How do you recognize when it's time to upgrade? There are levels of obsolescence, and the decision point is not always clear. What’s the best way to

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

Web Tension Measuring Technology and Rollers are Inseparable Members Public

Presented by Bill Stahl, INOMETA, Inc In recent years, the speed with which materials are manufactured, printed, coated, wrapped and cut has increased many times over. These largely automatic, recipe-controlled processes run without manual intervention. Therefore, web tension measurement is of essence. Accurate measurement results are obtained when guide rollers

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

Vacuum Coating Process Solutions for Added Value Packaging Performance Members Public

Presented by Carolin Struller, Bobst Manchester Performance requirements and expectations for metallized polymer films have become more demanding and challenging over the last decade, especially with the added drive towards sustainability and target of cost reduction via downgauging and packaging structure simplification. With the work presented here, different roll-to-roll vacuum

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

Use AI to Give Junior Operators The Performance of Experienced Staff Members Public

Presented by Owen Dayoub, Oden Technologies Manufacturers are facing labor and productivity challenges that are only getting worse with mass retirement. There’s an opportunity to enable the new front-line employees to be successful from day one through using new technology. - Help operators identify and implement improvement opportunities: Production

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

Unveiling the Magic of Marginal Gains: Elevating Success through Attention to Detail Members Public

Presented by Nick Harvey, Apex International In a world where monumental achievements often steal the spotlight, the concept of marginal gains emerges as a silent hero, transforming the ordinary into the extraordinary. Marginal gains encapsulate the idea that incremental improvements, when aggregated, yield significant advancements. Our journey today delves into

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

Ultrasonic Drying of Recycled Paper Fiber-Based Food Containers Coated and Impregnated with Biodegradable Pulp Additives and Barrier Dispersions Members Public

Presented by Gene Plavnik, Heat Technologies Inc Heat Technologies, Inc (HTI), the provider of the Spectra Ultra HEÔ acoustic ultrasonic heat and mass transfer technology for the crosscut of industries, will discuss results of the ultrasonic drying of the recycled paper fiber bowls impregnated and coated with biodegradable additive and

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

The Role of the Anilox Roll Members Public

Presented by Paul Teachout, Harper Corporation Basics on anilox engraving geometries and applications. Roller life cycle and performance of ceramic over chrome, cost of operation and machine uptime. Transfer efficiencies of ceramic over chrome and how it will increase press time and reduce coating costs. Identifying the proper construction and

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA