Conference Proceedings
Innovations in Biaxially Oriented Films for Green Energy Applications Paid Members Public
Presented by Markus Zahnbrecher, Brueckner Group USA This presentation explores the cutting-edge applications of biaxially oriented films in the realms of green energy and e-mobility, with a particular focus on capacitor films and current collector films. The discussion will delve into the latest advancements in composite current collector films, underscoring
Image-based speed and length measurement method for Roll-to-Roll manufacturing Paid Members Public
Presented by Tony Kitazawa, Canon USA In roll-to-roll (R2R) manufacturing, precise control of web speed and accurate length management are crucial for coating, laminating, and cutting processes. While rotary encoders are commonly used to measure speed and length, their reliance on physical contact with the product surface can introduce errors
How Simulation Can Help When Developing Tension Management and Control Strategies for R2R and Converting Systems Paid Members Public
Presented by Chad Schmitke, Maplesoft Improved quality and performance go hand in hand with effective management of tension throughout the web line, and the use of simulation for R2R systems now offers an easier way to develop and tune controller responses to achieve the optimal throughput. In this webinar we
Goals, Objectives, and Best Practices for Drying and Curing Paid Members Public
Presented by John Palazzolo, Adphos In all types of printing and coating there are many Goals and Objectives as well as Factors and Considerations in drying and curing of soft/hard solvent and water-based inks, coatings, and adhesives. This presentation will detail several of the goal and objectives including ROI,
Extended Color Gamut with Gravure Paid Members Public
Presented by Chris Marshall, Bobst North America, inc. Brand owners and consumers perceive color variations as a lack of product quality, heavily affecting brand identity and customer loyalty. Brand’s colors should be consistent irrespective of the printing process and the substrate. Furthermore, color matching of PMS Pantone colors is
Enhancing Fuel Cell Production Quality with Vision Inspection Technology Paid Members Public
Presented by Michelle Sullivan, Dr. Schenk Industrial Surface Inspection In the chase for clean energy, the production of fuel cells is becoming at the forefront as the push for manufacturing ramps up. Improving durability and reducing costs are a few of the challenges in getting fuel cell applications to grow
Electrospray Deposition for Thin Film Composite Membrane Manufacturing Paid Members Public
Presented by Jeffrey McCutcheon, University of Connecticut Making membranes today requires manufacturing processes that can create exceedingly thin films (less than 200 nm) that are defect free. Conventional roll-to-roll (R2R) processes cannot always achieve such thin films from a wide variety of materials. One exception is interfacial polymerization, which is
