Ebeam EB Flexo inks and coatings are the best option for food flexible packaging. Growing concerns about the safety of other inks previously used in food packaging has led industry leaders to turn to EB as the reliable and 100% safe choice for their packaging. EB inks and coatings guarantee food safety due to no photoinitiators and no odor.
Read MoreIn the first seminar of its kind, Comexi and Reifenhäuser India are teaming up to host a special educational session for printing press operators and plant managers. The seminar will take place in India on March 15th, 2017 and be geared towards educating attendees about the different ways to manage productivity and processes.
Read MoreOnce limited to niche applications in the printing and packaging industries, digital print is now slated to become the standard for converters of all types. As in all industries, technology in the packaging industry is constantly adapting to be more efficient and we are beginning to see the fruits that this can produce.
Read MoreIf you aren’t paying attention to the purchasing power of millennials, you should be. According to Forbes, millennials represent a fourth of the United States population and have $200 billion in annual buying power. With newfound power and an increase of disposable income, they are looking to vote with their wallets and support companies that meet their own moral standards. Also known as Generation Y, millennials want to know where a product is sourced from, whether it is produced with environmental and human labor standards, and a way to converse with management. Here are some ways to approach a millennial-friendly marketing strategy:
Read MoreWhen it comes to food packaging, there are several challenges that companies face to protect food items all the way through the supply chain. Environmental compliance and cost are also factors, as is following governmental guidelines and regulations when it comes to the ink that’s used on food packaging.
Read MoreIn a recent study from The Freedonia Group, Inc., we get a glimpse into the future of printing and packaging. As emerging markets within Asia and South America look for both greater amounts and higher quality packaging, the overall packaging and printing machinery market demand looks to grow 4.6% annually over the next few years and is expected to reach $52.5 billion by 2019. The reasons for this amazing growth are varied and will be outlined below.
Read MoreThe Comexi OFFSET CI8 is a variable format press with a central impression drum, specifically designed for printing on extensible materials. It’s a ground-breaking solution that responds to the challenges of the flexible packaging printing sector: reducing environmental impact, increasing energy efficiency, producing high quality print and speed to market.
Read MoreThe printing and laminating industry is in constant flux. There are two main factors that drive that: one, the technology keeps changing and two, the consumer demand continues to change.
Package durability, size, tear and scratch resistance, color, etc., all go into what process is used and how much profits are affected. Companies are looking for the best process that is both safe and profitable.
Read MoreEarly this year, at the Labelexpo Packaging Seminar, electron beam curing was featured and discussed. Printers and manufacturers wanted to see the benefits and understand the technology firsthand, as the momentum continues in the EB direction.
Read MoreThe next time you go shopping, do a little experiment. See if you can find two packages or even two labels that are alike. In the stores 50 years ago, many of the boxes and packages would have been very similar.
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