Flexible Packaging articles from November 2006

Flexible Packaging archives from November 2006

Trade shows are not dead.(EDITOR'S FORUM)
November 1, 2006... Coming out of CPP and Pack Expo, I feel energized about the flexible packaging industry and the state of trade shows within our market. The show was a rousing success by all accounts, as I spoke with executives at companies like Pliant, Polymer...

CPP's future looks bright.(NEWSBRIEFS)(Card Protection Plan expo)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Hundreds of new products in converting/package printing technology were showcased last month during an industry event showcasing three specific, yet related, industry exhibits: CPP EXPO, PACK EXPO International, and PROCESS EXPO. Over the...

DuPont files for preliminary injunction against MacDermid Printing Solutions.(NEWSBRIEFS)
November 1, 2006... DuPont has filed a motion for a preliminary injunction to stop MacDermid Printing Solutions, from continued infringement of patents related to DuPont[TM] Cyrel[R] FAST thermal technology. The motion seeks to stop sales of MacDermid's LAVA...

Rollguard revamps website.(NEWSBRIEFS)
November 1, 2006... Rollguard[R], part of Great Northern Corporation's Specialty Group, has just completed a major reworking of its website, making it easier than ever to investigate and compare options for edge protection of rolled and cylindrical materials. ...

Flexible Packaging Technology Center set for CMM International 2007.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... The latest advancements in flexible packaging printing and converting will be demonstrated "live" on the show floor at CMM International 2007 in Chicago, June 4-7. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] An innovative new Flexible Packaging Technology...

Georgia inventor develops packaging equipment tension control method.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... Lewis Albert Haws of Duluth, Ga., has developed a method for controlling zipper tension in packaging equipment. According to the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office, the invention relates to "methods and apparatus for controlling the tension of one...

U.S. flexible packaging market to reach $26.5 billion by 2010.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2006... Balancing end-users' high demand for safe and high-function storage products with rising material/energy costs and supply shortages, the wholesale market for flexible packaging is expected to top $26.5 billion in 2010, according to Flexible...

The Calendar.(Calendar)
November 1, 2006... DECEMBER Dec. 1: Entry Deadline, 2006 FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards; (410) 694-0800; www.flexpack.org Dec. 1-2: Print Outlook 06; The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, Arlington,...

Hudson-Sharp announces new president and CEO.(MILESTONES)
November 1, 2006... Rod W. Drummond was appointed President and Chief Executive Officer for The Hudson-Sharp Machine Co. effective Oct. Drummond comes to Hudson-Sharp from Sandvik AB and was president of its subsidiary Valenite in Madison Heights, Mich. ...

Appleton announces changes.(MILESTONES)(Appleton Papers Inc appoints Glenn Harsh as Director of Sales)(Appleton Papers Inc promotes Greg Anderson to national account manager)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Glenn Harsh has been named Director of Sales for Appleton's Performance Packaging films sales team. Greg Anderson has been promoted to a national account manager. In addition to his current responsibilities, Greg will be assigned certain...

Information: a benefit of membership.(FPA UPDATE)(Flexible Packaging Association market research program)
November 1, 2006... Flexible packaging converters and suppliers belong to the leading association for the flexible packaging industry because of the great benefits being a member provides. Information is a key benefit of membership and a FPA priority. At every...

Wal-Mart unveils its sustainability scorecards.(FPA UPDATE)
November 1, 2006... The Flexible Packaging Association is an invited participant in the Wal-Mart Sustainable Packaging Network. As a part of its participation, FPA will provide periodic updates on the progress of Wal-Mart's sustainable packaging initiative. The...

FPA releases key benchmarking reports.(FPA UPDATE)
November 1, 2006... Recently, the Flexible Packaging Association released several industry-specific financial benchmarking reports including the 2005 Operating Ratio Report, the Second Quarter Pulse of the Industry Report and the Second Quarter Earnings Report....

FPA calendar.(FPA UPDATE)(Calendar)
November 1, 2006... FPA 2007 Safety Conference and Environmental Summit January 24-26, 2007 The TradeWinds Resort St. Petersburg Beach, Florida 2007 FPA Annual Meeting February 28-March 2, 2007 The Fairmont Turnberry Isle Resort ...

Optimum Plastics, Inc. joins FPA.(FPA UPDATE)
November 1, 2006... Flexible packaging company Optimum Plastics, Inc. specializes in producing multi-layer films and bags ranging from 3-9 layers, and the extrusion of nylon, EVOH, PP and other barrier and breathable resins. Optimum Plastics' FPA official...

The 2007 Safety Conference and Environmental Summit: register today!(FPA UPDATE)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Online registration for FPA's 2007 Safety Conference and Environmental Summit is now available on the association's Web site, www.flexpack.org. Registration is open to both FPA members and non-members. The 2007 Safety Conference and...

FPA launches newly redesigned website.(FPA UPDATE)(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... Recently, the Flexible Packaging Association launched its redesigned Web site, www.flexpack.org, which provides a wealth of information to FPA members and non-members alike. To enhance site use by visitors, the attractive Web site features an...

Flexible insights; Tipping points: driving change toward flexible packaging.(VIEW POINT)
November 1, 2006... For the flexible packaging market to continue to prosper, it will be important for our industry to have a constant outlook toward emerging trends and evolving market dynamics that may shape our future and continue to create forward momentum....

Upgrading efficiency down south: Arkansas Poly aims to recapture previously lost business by making significant upgrades in both hardware and software, resulting in dramatic increases in efficiency.(Cover story)
November 1, 2006... Lean manufacturing has been a buzzword in the flexible packaging industry for a number of years, but many converters either couldn't make the changes necessary to achieve that goal, or didn't know how. Today, it seems that everyone knows how to...

Russian flexible packaging: beyond the hammer and sickle; A glimpse at the state of the Russian flexible packaging market; where's it's been and where it's headed.(SPECIAL REPORT)(Industry overview)
November 1, 2006... Think the hot area for expansion in the global flexible packaging industry is in Asia? You're right. But if you believe that market is limited to China, you may be overlooking a growing industry just north of The Land of the Rising Sun--Russia....

Annual print symposium: flexible packaging insiders offer up their opinions on the state of the printing industry.(BONUS FEATURE)
November 1, 2006... In simple terms, converters of flexible packaging add value to flexible films. That value is created in a number of ways, including surface treatments, adding barrier properties, forming bags and pouches, attaching recloseable zippers, etc. But...

Clear standup pouch featured at Pack Expo.(HOT PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... Ampac Flexibles, a unit of Ampac Packaging, LLC, is launching PureFlex, a new clear stand-up pouch structure for water and other taste- and odor-sensitive beverages. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Ampac's booth at this year's Pack Expo was...

High-performance pet food film offers improved shelf appeal.(HOT PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... Alcan Packaging introduced the Bulldog family of high-performance, consumer-friendly pet food packaging films at this year's Pack Expo. Bulldog utilizes advanced Q film technology to create plastic structures that deliver exceptional high-peak,...

Security measures front and center at Pack Expo.(HOT PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... ARmark Authentication Technologies, LLC, a subsidiary of Adhesives Research, Inc., displayed its custom authentication systems and tamper-evident label stock at the recent Pack Expo show in Chicago, Ill. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] AAT's...

Hot melt dispensing guns improve product quality in high-speed packaging lines.(HOT PRODUCTS)
November 1, 2006... The new PatternJet hot melt dispensing guns from Nordson Corp. apply a wide variety of adhesive patterns faster, more accurately and with less material waste than other applicators. Easy-to-change replacement components allow for greater...

New barrier film line utilizes 7-layer blown extruder.(EDITOR'S CHOICE)
November 1, 2006... Atlantis Plastics, Inc. of Atlanta, Ga., a leading manufacturer of polyethylene custom films and stretch films, is expanding its line of barrier films with the help of a new 7-layer VAREX blown film extruder by Windmoeller & Hoelscher...

Robust bottom sealer provides reliability.(EDITOR'S CHOICE)(CMD Corp develops bottom seal bag-making technology )(Brief article)
November 1, 2006... CMD has developed new bottom seal bag-making technology for the global marketplace. The Model 1400BS Clamp Stack Bottom Seal System incorporates advanced servo technology, Allen-Bradley controls and features a durable, robust design for years...