by Dianna Brodine, Plastics Decorating Decorators committed to the benefits of UV inks need to work with their customers up-front to explain the additional costs required to get the shiny result on the retail shelf. For the container decorator, surface treatment issues can derail an otherwise simple screen printing job. When ink adhesion fails, decorators must deal with the … [Read more...] about Surface Treatment is a Challenge for Decorators
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Payroll Systems Can Help Determine ACA Responsibilities
by Marsha Oliver, CPA, Mize Houser & Company P.A. Despite the recent delay of a key provision of the Affordable Care Act, employers still need to determine whether to "play" or "pay" when the Employer Mandate goes into effect in 2015. While the thought of how the ACA will affect business may be overwhelming, the best place to begin researching employer responsibilities is … [Read more...] about Payroll Systems Can Help Determine ACA Responsibilities
Considerations in Frequency, Thermoplastic Type and Metal Type for Ultrasonic Horns
Gary Clodfelter, Plastics Assembly Technologies, Inc. (PATSONICS) Three critical factors that determine the success of an ultrasonic welding assembly are frequency, thermoplastic type and metal type. Failure to accurately assess any of these aspects in light of the specific application can lead to an ineffective weld. Determining the correct frequency for the … [Read more...] about Considerations in Frequency, Thermoplastic Type and Metal Type for Ultrasonic Horns
Applying Variable Data with Digital Thermal Transfer Marking
by John Kaverman, Pad Print Pros, LLC What is "variable data marking"? Variable data marking is marking each successive part, or series of parts, with a different image. Examples of variable data include images such as expiration dates, serial or other progressive numbers, bar codes, 2-dimensional matrix codes or QR (quick response) codes, people's names or company … [Read more...] about Applying Variable Data with Digital Thermal Transfer Marking
In Bed with the Enemy
by Ed Rigsbee, CSP, CAE Strategic alliances today are commonplace among large corporations, allowing these companies to successfully compete in the global marketplace. Smaller companies can derive the same advantages through alliance relationships. With synergistic partnering alliances, competitors can realize great value by building relationships of integrity with one … [Read more...] about In Bed with the Enemy