There are a number of elements to consider when it comes to packaging design—consumer preference and behavior, market research and brand owner considerations are some of the biggest. How is one design chosen over another, and how can flexographers meet their clients’ expectations? Forum 2018 session “Taming Consumer Behavior Through Packaging Design,” chaired by Kevin … Continued
WEATHERFORD, OK—Kodak took a major step toward doubling worldwide production capacity for FLEXCEL NX plates in April. At the same time, it promoted America’s skilled labor, talent and Oklahoma’s work ethic as it broke ground on a $15 million expansion project at its 50-year-old plant. The 22,500 sq. ft. facility, situated on a 35 acre … Continued
Uncertainty, edge of the seat anticipation, shattered dreams—these feelings should be restricted to NCAA tournament brackets and be far removed from package printing. That was the overall theme put forth by the nine speakers who covered topics like optimized ink delivery, modern plate technologies, UV LED curing and cleaning aniloxes with lasers at the APR March Madness … Continued
ST PAUL, MN—No graphic can truly be complete without the coverage of a quality warranty that helps provide peace of mind and assurance to every graphic manufacturer. When it comes to warranties, 3M is committed to covering all components of a long term graphics installation, including premium print films, inks and more. With the introduction … Continued
BRYAN, OH—The appointment of Tim Brannon as 3M business development specialist for Anderson & Vreeland, a leading manufacturer and distributor of flexographic plate processing equipment and materials, has been announced by Joe Morgan, 3M business development manager for Anderson & Vreeland Inc. “Tim’s emphasis on improving productivity and quality, combined with his manufacturing and operating … Continued
I hope that you all had a great time at Forum 2015. The venue—Nashville, TN—was terrific and the four-day program was even better. All of the Flexo Quality Consortium (FQC) events were well attended and well received. FQC Pre Conference The FQC Pre Conference on Sunday drew more than 150 attendees! Dr. Sam Ingram, Clemson … Continued
NASHVILLE, TN—Remaining profitable while achieving the highest print quality possible at high press speeds is the name of the game for flexographic printers. Damage to flexo printing plates during the demounting process, however, is often seen as part of the cost of doing business, which is why 3M has developed a new adhesive technology designed … Continued
CHARLOTTE, NC—After two and a half days of a spirited, multi functional competition at the 2015 International Phoenix Challenge High School Flexo Competition, the prizes were awarded to this year’s top performers. First place was awarded to Keara Wingert and Rachel Radewahn, from Waukesha County Technical in Pewaukee, WI. The pair won the first place … Continued
ST. PAUL, MN—Roughly 50 flexographers and industry members attended 3M’s Flexo Symposium on July 16, held at the company’s Innovation Center in St. Paul, MN. Jamie Eggleston from 3M and Ellen Farrell from DuPont began with an overview of flexographic printing, showing how far the process has come since its inception. Eggleston then went into … Continued
KENNESAW, GA—Uteco North America and 14 partners held a two-day Open House at its Technical Service Center, Nov. 5-6, 2013. The event, themed Print Technology 2013, combined a tabletop networking exhibition with live demonstrations of the firm’s 10-color Onyx Diamond HP 108 central impression press. It drew standing-room only crowds, approximating 200 on Day One … Continued
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