December 19, 2023

FEATURED STORY

Convenience is King in our ‘Effortless’ Economy

Seamless, frictionless customer journeys are not a fad that’s “here today and gone tomorrow;” they’re more “here today and here to stay." For retail success — now and in the future — convenience is the new currency. To meet consumers’ expectations for “always-on” and “effortless,” retailers must meet their customers wherever they want to shop and on the terms they wish to purchase. 


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The Ten Commandments of Corona Treating Success


Enercon’s Tom Gilbertson packs 40 years of corona treating application & equipment experience into his 10 commandments for corona treater success. Get practical advice on how to ensure your corona treating success. Watch now.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Pulp & Beyond 2024 Conference Program Released


The Pulp & Beyond Conference will take place Tuesday, April 9, 2024 as part of the leading international forest industry event, Pulp & Beyond 2024, which runs from Wednesday to Thursday, April 10-11, 2024 at the Helsinki Expo and Convention Centre.



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Toray Carbon Fiber Recycled from Boeing 787 Wing Production Process Applied in Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12


Toray Industries, Inc. has announced the successful development of recycled carbon fiber (rCF) derived from the production process of the Boeing 787 components using Toray’s advanced carbon fiber, TORAYCA™.


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Cortec® Coated Products Wins Wisconsin DNR Recycling Excellence Award


Cortec® is pleased to announce that its Cortec® Coated Products (CCP) division in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, has won the Wisconsin Recycling Excellence Award. 



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HOW TO: Know What to Look for When Purchasing a Corona Treater


The search for the perfect corona treater for your application can be overwhelming. It is important to know what to look for. This is important to avoid premature failure of your corona treatment systems. All corona treaters are not the same. Many physics are involved in the corona treatment process. You must have the correct balance of voltage and oxygen to create a smooth, high power corona field. 

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Hole Punching Solutions

 

With the broadest range of equipment and punches, Pearl Technologies has the solution to your hole punching requirements. Through testing, we can identify the best combination of equipment and punches to run at the speed you need, giving you the hole quality you require. Ask about our Application Lab today!


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INDUSTRY UPDATES

High-performance Stretch Wrap Films Improve Puncture Resistance for Better Product Protection


Produce high-performance stretch wrap films for better product protection and safer transportation.



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ETI Converting Achieves Milestone with 20th Project Incorporating UV-Cured Adhesive Coating Equipment


ETI Converting, a global leader in inline coating and converting solutions, proudly announces the successful completion of its 20th project incorporating UV-cured adhesive equipment.


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The DOC's So-Called “Circumvention” Decision Drives American Jobs Offshore


FPA is gravely disillusioned in what can only be described as an intentional lack of awareness by the Department of Commerce (DOC), of the law, investigation data, and good policy in their recent circumvention decision on aluminum foil from Thailand and South Korea.



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84 Years Dedicated to Innovation


American Roller is proud to be a trusted and dependable supplier of custom cores, high-release coatings, and durable coverings. 


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FEATURED WHITE PAPERS


Measuring Roller Hardness


Hardness is defined as a material’s resistance to indentation when a static load is applied. There are a few different methods to measure hardness. This article refers to the 2 most commonly used in the roller industry.


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Our December issue includes:


  • Page 8 - Treating Your Business (and Your Customers) with Corona Treatment
  • Page 10 - Pouches 101
  • Page 12 - Static and Static Controls in Printing
  • Page 20 - Selecting the Proper Web Handling Equipment
  • Page 24 - Convenience is King in Our "Effortless" Economy

FEATURED PLATINUM COMPANY


Associated Machine Design


Associated Machine Design engineers and manufactures REM Slitters Rewinders and custom finishing equipment. As part of the Precision Roll Solutions company, AMD offers a full range of web handling solutions proudly designed and manufactured in the USA.

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