Barriers

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

Self-Priming Oxygen Barrier Coating for Mono-Material Packaging Members Public

Presented by Dr. Yong Zheng, Mica Corporation In this presentation, we will discuss using a water-based coating to introduce oxygen barrier properties in flexible packaging structures. To reach sustainability goals, flexible packaging companies look to replace non-recyclable multi-layer packaging designs and components. Recyclable mono-materials such as BOPE or BOPP films

Kevin Lifsey
2024 R2R USA

Converting Quarterly | Q3 2022 Members Public

Issue includes specialty papers on barrier properties, sustainability, and a special market report on labeling and release liners. Use the link below to download the full issue of Converting Quarterly.

Alex Nevels
Converting Quarterly

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