Conference Proceedings
Unveiling the Magic of Marginal Gains: Elevating Success through Attention to Detail Paid 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
Ultrasonic Drying of Recycled Paper Fiber-Based Food Containers Coated and Impregnated with Biodegradable Pulp Additives and Barrier Dispersions Paid 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
The Role of the Anilox Roll Paid 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
The Role of Anilox and Gravure Quality Control in R2R Printing & Coating Efficiency Paid Members Public
Presented by Brent Zurcher, MicroDynamics Anilox and gravure cylinders used in R2R processes perform the vital function of precision fluid transfer to the substrate, and therefore have a significant impact on the final function and quality of the end product. However, many R2R converters have no ability to inspect these
The Deceptive Dimensions of Web Handling Paid Members Public
Presented by Dr. Dilwyn P Jones, Emral Ltd Roll to roll processes rely on web handling principles to operate correctly and avoid defects such as scratches and wrinkles. These focus on the transport of the web at the correct speed and tension (machine direction), and its position in the cross-machine
Static Ignition Hazards and Mitigations in Coating Paid Members Public
Presented by Kelly Robinson, Electrostatic Answers Accumulated static charges pose ignition hazards in industrial manufacturing operations. After a brief review of the conditions for ignition, we will view two videos of ignitions. I will discuss the charge separation mechanisms that led to the ignition and talk more broadly about what
Specifying a Coating and Laminating Line – Part 2 Paid Members Public
Presented by Robert A Pasquale, New Era Converting Machinery As business plans and requirements change, end users occasionally find themselves needing to explore the possibility of acquiring new coating and laminating assets. To address these changes, the user needs to generate a specification outlining the requirements. In these presentations we
Specifying a Coating and Laminating Line – Part 1 Paid Members Public
Presented by Robert A Pasquale, New Era Converting Machinery As business plans and requirements change, end users occasionally find themselves needing to explore the possibility of acquiring new coating and laminating assets. To address these changes, the user needs to generate a specification outlining the requirements. In these presentations we
