By Terry Clayton, Ph.D., chemist, Summit Analytical There are many companies kicking off inkjet integration projects to shift to or combine digital printing and decoration with analog printing methods. Inkjet already has been successfully integrated into display graphics, ceramic tile, product decorating and marking, and steadily is moving into textiles and … [Read more...] about Digital Inkjet Integration: The Importance of Ink Selection
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Ren-Flex Beats the Summer Heat with IML-Decorated Cooler Boxes
Edited by Cori Watkins, contributing editor, Plastics Decorating Summer is here, and there is something universally refreshing about enjoying an ice-cold beverage while kicking back, relaxing and cooling down. Ren-Flex Packaging (Ren-Flex), based in Johannesburg, South Africa, had just this scene in mind when creating its visually striking cooler boxes that featured a … [Read more...] about Ren-Flex Beats the Summer Heat with IML-Decorated Cooler Boxes
Bridging the Gap: Unlocking the Next Era of Production with Additive Manufacturing
By Mike Schorr, general manager, DyeMansion Additive manufacturing (AM) often has been framed as a disruptive force – something poised to replace injection molding, machining or other long-established production methods. But that narrative misses the mark. The real strength of additive manufacturing lies not in its ability to compete, but in its potential to complement … [Read more...] about Bridging the Gap: Unlocking the Next Era of Production with Additive Manufacturing
Product Highlight: Printing Inks
Automark512.593.7100www.automarkco.com Automark, located in Katy, Texas, has introduced Azon digital ink. Azon digital ink delivers maximum flexibility and versatility, allowing for high-quality printing on a wide range of substrates, including plastics, metals and more. Its unique formulation enables layering for three-dimensional effects and Braille applications. This … [Read more...] about Product Highlight: Printing Inks
Reliability in Decorated Plastic
By Paul Uglum, president, Uglum Consulting, LLC What constitutes reliability in decorated plastic parts, and why is it important? A simple way of looking at part reliability is by asking the question: Does the decorated part maintain its original quality (appearance and function) over time? The formal definition of reliability is the probability of performing a specific … [Read more...] about Reliability in Decorated Plastic