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When it comes to plastic recycling, flexible packaging is the new frontier. While rigid plastics have higher rates of recycling due to established collection streams and recycling facilities, flexible packaging remains challenging in terms of collection, recycling, and building end markets for post-consumer recycled (PCR) films. One of the main barriers is that many flexible films are constructed from multiple materials that cannot be separated by existing mechanical recycling systems.
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For many years, packaging teams tracked print innovation by three numbers: speed, resolution, and color. That made sense when most programs relied on long runs, stable SKUs, and predictable changeovers.
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Why Web Cleaning?
Some facts about web cleaning that can make all the difference to your production. To understand the benefits of a web cleaning system for your specific process, a little knowledge of the problem can be helpful.
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Leaders in Converting: Bimec
Founded in 1976, Bimec proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary—a milestone that reflects five decades of reliability, technological expertise and continuous innovation in the converting industry. Over the years, the company has earned a solid reputation as a trusted partner, delivering robust, high-performance slitter rewinders that ensure operational continuity and customer confidence worldwide.
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The Catbridge Difference
Catbridge Machinery stands as more than a manufacturer; we are a strategic partner committed to innovation and excellence. Our machines are at the forefront of industry advancement, offering not just equipment, but a partnership for continual success and growth in the converting industry.
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AMETEK MOCON
AMETEK MOCON instruments are the industry standard in precision gas permeation, package testing, specialty gas measurement, and more. Our people and products deliver the best value with the broadest range of solutions. For over 55 years, we have provided the most accurate and repeatable results that world leading companies count on to protect and enhance their product quality and integrity.
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Page 8 - Curing & Finishing
Page 12 - Controls, Inspection & Testing
Page 16 - Static Control
Page 20 - Web Slitting
Page 26 - Conference Corner
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Coming in April 2026:
INFOFLEX & The Battery Show South Distribution
- Flexo Printing
- Battery Production in Converting
- Automation
- Narrow Web Converting
Q&A: Inks & Printing
eNews Focus: Battery/Fuel Cell
Ad confirmation & material due March 23, 2026. Contact Lori Pisano for pricing and other exciting options!
Lori Pisano: 814-384-7813 lori@rdgmedia.net
Randy Green: 586-227-9344 randy@rdgmedia.net
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