In the global label market, in-mold labeling (IML) has a small size and value compared with other decoration techniques, such as pressure sensitive, glue-applied labels or shrink sleeves, but it is quite an innovative market. There are not many players, as the production of IML labels is quite complex, technically speaking. In Europe, the market consists mainly of … [Read more...] about In-Mold Label Coatings: A Small Part of the Label with Great Effect
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Letter from the Chair We are all very excited about the upcoming SPE Decorating & Assembly Division Topical Conference (TopCon). We also are excited that the In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) will be partnering with us again for its IMDA Symposium. The event will take place June 3-4 at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs outside Nashville, Tennessee. One of the great … [Read more...] about Association News
The Future of Cosmetics Packaging Shines with Foil
by Brittany Willes, editor, Plastics Decorating Prominent fashion designer Yves Saint-Laurent was reported to have said, “The most beautiful makeup of a woman is passion, but cosmetics are easier to buy.” This is true in part due to the number of brands and products available today. In an oversaturated market, brands have precious little time to attract and keep consumers’ … [Read more...] about The Future of Cosmetics Packaging Shines with Foil
Proell’s Inks and Functional Lacquers
Edited by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, Plastics Decorating Proell, Inc., the US subsidiary of Proell KG based in Germany, is located in St. Charles, Illinois, and first opened its doors more than 20 years ago. However, over 80 years ago, Proell began producing high-quality inks and functional lacquers for innovative industrial applications and graphic printing. Pad … [Read more...] about Proell’s Inks and Functional Lacquers
Inkjet Printing and Adhesion of Low Surface Energy Polymers
Long before the first ink drop is jetted onto a plastic product, designers make key decisions that predetermine whether ink printing will be easy or difficult. Adhesion is essentially a superficial phenomenon, depending as it does upon interactions between the liquid ink and the surface of the substrate. Principal factors affecting adhesion are polymer selection (including … [Read more...] about Inkjet Printing and Adhesion of Low Surface Energy Polymers