Printing
Eco-friendly light active pigments for fast and durable laser marking
Laser technology plays an important role in the digital world of industry 4.0, with laser marking widely recognised as one of the most effective technologies for fast and permanent marking and coding of plastics. Read more
New photochromic ink changes colour
Whilst no company has yet mastered the painting and spraying of packages, a new development from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), US, has the potential to make some consumer packaged goods really stand out. Read more
Leonhard Kurz showing strength in partnerships at K 2019
Leonhard Kurz, together with its industry partners, will be presenting the latest developments in its decoration processes at the K 2019 plastics trade fair. Read more
At K 2019, X-Rite showcases colour technology that supports digital transformation in the plastics industry
X-Rite Incorporated and Pantone LLC, global leaders in colour science and technology, will showcase the latest innovation in color management for the plastics industry at K 2019, 16-23 October in Düsseldorf, Germany. Read more
Renolit switches to non-phthalate plasticiser
Renolit, a global leader in high-quality plastic films, has completed the switch of all its US production for signage and graphics market product range to the leading non-phthalate plasticizer Pevalen, produced by Perstorp. Read more
A cut above: eurolaser celebrates anniversary with in-house exhibition
On 11 and 12 September, the Innovation Days in-house exhibition took place at eurolaser GmbH in Lüneburg, Germany. Read more
Roller investments open new markets for Pronexos
After completing a comprehensive programme of investments in new technology and machinery, leading European carbon fibre roller manufacturer Pronexos is now able to offer significantly increased capacity and capabilities. Read more
INEOS Styrolution highlights StyLight at Composites Europe
INEOS Styrolution, the global leader in styrenics, highlights its aesthetic composite StyLight at this year’s Composites Europe in Stuttgart, Germany. Read more
Flint Group expands ThermoflexX at Labelexpo
Building on the success of ThermoFlexX digital imagers and Woodpecker Nano screening technology, Xeikon Prepress is launching a new and integrated prepress solution for digital flexo plates. Read more
Carbon black under the microscope
From its ancient history in China and Egypt, to the importance of particle size, to its incredible conductive properties, we take a closer look at carbon black and how it’s helped shape civilisation. Read more
2 Oct 2018 12:08 Rose Brooke editor's blog
Mactac film and printing tech a Smurfin’ success
Plastics technology has helped celebrate the 60th birthday of the Smurfs in their homeland of Belgium. Read more
Drytac products ‘breathe vividness into colour’ for Canadian artist
Canadian artist uses inspiration from Drytac products. Read more
Unleashing the potential of 3D printing
Upon the recent introduction of the HP Jet Fusion 3D Printing Solution, the promise of 3D printing for manufacturing – productivity, efficiency and quality – is now poised to come true in the HP Jet Fusion 3D 4200 and 3200 printers. Read more
Bobst Italia to host an open house session for gravure innovation and sustainability
Printing and coatings firm Bobst will hold a demonstration of its gravure technology at its centre in Piedmont, Italy. Read more
Linx to showcase coder advances at Interpack
Linx’ stand at Interpack will feature laser coder and ink jet advances, presenting exclusive ink systems and coding solutions. Read more
Taking on production with 30 million jets of fusion and heat
After announcing its partnership with HP in September 2016, Europac 3D Managing Director John Beckett showed EPPM just what all the fuss was about with the new HP Jet Fusion (SLS) 3D printer. Read more
Student success for Bobst REVO tech workshops
BOBST has registered positive results from a three-day series of classes on REVO Tech systems. Read more
Avery Dennison launches eco-friendly packaging portfolio
The global label print supplier Avery Dennison has set up a portfolio to help customers make environmental packaging choices. Read more
Coca-Cola makes smart labelling partner
Coca-Cola European Partners has collaborated with its waste management company Viridor, PET UK and labelling giant Avery Dennison to meet its sustainability targets. Read more
Sun Chemical to launch next-gen compliant ink at K 2016
Sun Chemical will introduce its latest environmentally friendly ink for pad printing, alongside its wide range of functional and decorative products for plastic applications at K 2016. Read more