The public’s perception of UV printing has changed. One reason for this is the level of photoinitiators from UV printing inks measured in food. At the beginning of this year BASF announced a technological breakthrough: Igracure 270 is said to ensure quick curing for UV inks with only very low emissions – which is a first.
More and more high quality optical components are being produced using polymers. Two factors are driving this trend.
High performance injection molding is like racing: fast laps can be made only by those who previously extensively tested and optimized.
Ever since the advent of food packaging, food preservation has been a factor which has had a significant influence on the development of new forms of packaging.
Teknor Apex and Genesis Plastics Welding cooperate in applying ecoGenesis technology to the fabrication of fluid delivery, storage, and drainage bags from TPE film.
The Dow Chemical Company announced that it has successfully demonstrated the use of recycled plastic to generate energy.
Avery Dennison will introduce four new labeling innovations that enable brand managers and packaging designers to increase product functionality, differentiate their brands and improve shelf appeal at Interpack 2011, May 12-18, in Düsseldorf, Germany.
The new 2K Dosing System is straightforward, safe, precise, reliable, and cost effective.
PolyOne Corporation, a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, unveiled Geon FIT (Formulation Improvement Tool) resins, a breakthrough development in formulating vinyl plastisols.
Active microlayer’ technology from Edi promises substantial increase in shelf life for foods in barrier packaging
Materials for creating sustainable, affordable packaging while attracting consumer attention populate the DuPont Packaging & Industrial Polymers booth at interpack 2011.
Labels in the 21st century are multifunctional, are a decoration, packaging component and provider of information all in one.
