Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives Broadens North American Line of Wine and Spirits Products

As a result of its acquisition by The Fedrigoni Group, global leader in the production of high value-added special papers for packaging, publishing, and graphics, as well as premium labels and self-adhesive materials, Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives North America, formerly Acucote and Arconvert brands, are better able to service the wine and spirits industry.

Acucote Inc Acquired by Fedrigoni

Fedrigoni SpA, a global group leader in the production of high value-added special papers for packaging, publishing and graphics, as well as premium labels and self-adhesive materials, has completed the acquisition of Acucote Inc, a company headquartered in Graham, NC, which develops, manufactures and distributes self-adhesive materials, with a leading position in the US market, a turnover of more than $70 million and 142 employees.

Acucote Publishes Sustainability Commitment Statement

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote, a solutions-oriented pressure-sensitive adhesive coating manufacturer, has developed and published “Protecting our Planet: Acucote’s Commitment to Sustainability.” The commitment statement begins with this paragraph: “Acucote understands our corporate environmental responsibility. From the way we work to the products we offer, we’re committed to being stewards of the environment. We are actively launching and … Continued

Acucote Expands Portfolio of Security Facestocks

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote, a solutions-oriented pressure-sensitive adhesive coating manufacturer, has expanded its portfolio of security facestocks with the introduction of a 2 mil Clear Acetate Ultra Destructible (UD) facestock. This cellulose diacetate film exhibits a high level of destructability by sheering itself upon tampering. The new 2 mil Clear Acetate UD can be used to achieve … Continued

Acucote Expands Pressure-Sensitive Pharmaceutical Label Portfolio

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote, a solutions-oriented pressure-sensitive adhesive coating manufacturer, has expanded its portfolio with 19 new pressure-sensitive paper and film constructions specifically designed for the pharmaceutical market. Pharmaceutical brands demand performance, security and authentication throughout the value chain. Acucote’s six tamper-evident label constructions are ideal for packaging closures and destructible labeling as they leave behind evidence … Continued

Acucote Inc. Installs LED Lighting at Graham, NC Facility

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote Inc. continues to make strides towards offsetting adverse effects on the environment by reducing its ecological footprint. Over the past two months, Acucote’s headquarters and manufacturing facility in Graham invested in lighting upgrades to utilize energy efficient lamps and lighting controls throughout the administrative offices, manufacturing, shipping and exterior areas. Acucote replaced all … Continued

Acucote Inc. Achieves BS5609 Section 2 Compliance

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote Inc. recently achieved BS5609 Section 2 compliance. This certification includes the evaluation of two film products: Inkjet Kimdura with P50 permanent acrylic adhesive and 2.6 mil White Premium Thermal Transfer Polypropylene with P50 permanent acrylic adhesive. Section 2 tests the durability of the label material and adhesive under conditions of marine exposure, temperature … Continued

Acucote Announces Customizable Tamper Evident Labelstocks

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote Inc. has extended its line of frangible, voiding and tamper evident products to include complete customization. Options for tamper evident labelstocks have typically included the standard silver and white facestocks with the term “VOID” in a diagonal pattern. Acucote is now providing converters the ability to offer their customers a product that will … Continued

Acucote Announces Single Ply Coupon Product Line

GRAHAM, NC—Acucote introduces its latest Instant Redeemable Coupon (IRC) product line: Diamond-Cote single ply (SP). The single ply, single message design converts exactly like standard pressure sensitive applications—no lamination required. Diamond-Cote SP minimizes material costs and improves productivity by eliminating the process of delamination and relamination that is typical for converting coupon products. IRComplete, Acucote’s … Continued