Converting Quarterly
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,
Polymer structure, mist control, tailored release all key factors in high-speed silicone coating for p-s label converting & use Paid Members Public
Silicone suppliers must continue to focus on the new trends and drivers that challenge our current technologies. There is a strong market need for higher production effi ciency to improve cost and sustainability, and these advancements in coating and converting processes require silicones to evolve to address new requirements. Mist
Photoinitiated addition-cure for silicone-release coatings: Part 1 Paid Members Public
Silicone (polydimethylsiloxane) polymers are unique materials that are chemically inert and of low polarity that remain fl uid at temperatures as low as -120° C and retain useful properties at temperatures >250° C for extended times. Cross-linked silicone polymers can be bulk-solid elastomers, rubbers, gels and low-surface-energy coatings capable
Patent Profiles: Q3 2022 Paid Members Public
US Patent #11,373,556 (awarded June 28, 2022) Inventors: Phil Quick, et al (Fort Scott, KS) Assignee: Ward Kraft, Inc. Abstract: A shipping label is formed of a single ply and is configured to be removably adhered to a liner. The shipping label has a front face configured for
Next generation of sustainable barriers through new PFAS-free adhesive starch formulations Paid Members Public
Within the packaging sector, environmental concerns and consumer expectations are driving forward the demand for renewable and biodegradable packaging solutions. Paper and board are excellent packaging materials, but their porosity and absorbance need to be overcome with the use of barriers. This firm’s novel sustainable barrier starches meet the
