The bottom line is that solvent-based inks have image quality concerns, health worries, and environmental issues associated with their applications. For years, printers and manufacturers have had to endure the shortfalls associated with solvent inks while waiting for something better to take their place. That revolution finally happened with Gelflex-EB ink from Techno Solutions and Energy Sciences Inc. (ESI)
Read MoreThe flexo printing market is always waiting for the next big thing. Competition and a customer demands to produce a better product have lead to many innovations and changes throughout the industry. Most recently, the newest and most revolutionary technology in CI Flexo printing has been Gelflex-EB ink from Techno Solutions and Energy Sciences Inc.
Read MoreFor decades, electron beam (EB) has been used in many different coating and printing applications. Due to the many benefits of the technology, engineers and scientists have been developing new ways to utilize EB s, as well as improving upon existing methods.
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Finally, flexible packaging printing can be accomplished in a clean, efficient way that produces the image quality that both consumers and manufacturers want. The solution came through a new revolutionary electron beam (EB) ink, Gelflex-EB ink.
Read MoreWhen looking at any industry, the top players have a combination of market insight, a well defined plan for the future , and applications that deliver results. That's the exact business approach of Energy Sciences Inc. (ESI), making them the electron beam (EB) world leader.
Read MoreWhen flexible packaging really started expanding into different areas, including frozen goods, pet food, and cold drinks, there wasn't much emphasis on ink. It was simply a matter of price and how quickly the ink could be shipped to the press.
Read MoreWhen companies set out to dramatically improve upon an area of their industry, a lot have efficiency and profit in mind. Most, however, never get to see the end result as so many new "revolutionary products" never take off, enter into production, or actually deliver on intended promises.
Read MoreWhen it comes to optimal operation methods for the flexible packaging industry, nothing cuts costs, eliminates waste and produces a better final product than electron beam (EB) technology.
Recently, that claim was once again put to the test as Comexi Group, Inplacsa and Maheso cooperated to create a more sustainable flexible packaging option for Maheso's "Cheese Pop" product.
Read MoreWhen smart and like minds come together, great things tend to happen. Advancement and innovation are just two of the goals of the Converting & Package Printing Expo 2014 (CPP) in Chicago, Illinois, on September 28 through October 1.
Read MoreEvery year, the flexible packaging industry seems to reinvent itself with new materials, equipment, processes and technology. 2014 is shaping up to be another year of insights, innovations and all around better final products. Let's look at some early trends in 2014, starting with sustainability and design.
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