by Scott R. Sabreen, The Sabreen Group Polyphenylene Sulfide (PPS) is a high-temperature, semi-crystalline engineering thermoplastic. Within the industry, PPS is known as THE plastic that performs like metal. Arguably, it's one of the most challenging polymers to bond to itself or dissimilar materials, such as aluminum and titanium. To be successful at bonding PPS requires an … [Read more...] about Methods for Adhesion Bonding of Polyphenylene Sulfide
2013 Oct/Nov
Keeping Contamination Problems at Bay
by Ed Crutchley, www.pdtechwatch.com It's no secret that plastics decoration and surface treatment processes, and particularly those that require wet inks or coatings, need a clean environment. Traces of gas or condensation on the mold cavity surface, airborne dust, traces of oil and water from compressed air, stray grease from tool faces, fingerprints, and even migration of … [Read more...] about Keeping Contamination Problems at Bay
The Elements of Green Pad Printing
by David Ho, KENT Engineering Co., Ltd. How does pad printing cause pollution? Like other forms of printing, pad printing utilizes ink, solvents, films and various kinds of chemicals. Some of these chemicals will be disposed into the water, soil and air, which eventually will pollute the environment. Ink and cleaning solvents are by far the most serious pollutants. Ink … [Read more...] about The Elements of Green Pad Printing
In-Mold Label Market Study Assesses Industry
AWA's Global In-Mold Label Market Study 2013 is the third assessment conducted by Alexander Watson Associates of the current status of one of the world's developing labeling technologies. In-mold labels are used in a diverse range of FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods) and industrial packaging. This report details the market structure, market volumes and trends, materials, … [Read more...] about In-Mold Label Market Study Assesses Industry
IML an Award-Winning Growth Strategy for Magenta LLC
by Amy Bauer Chicago-based Magenta LLC has positioned itself as an expert at developing custom packaging solutions, while also crafting a healthy line of stock products to serve its wide range of customers. Its biggest customer is lip care and personal care company Blistex, based in neighboring Oakbrook, IL. Other customers are scattered across the country and include … [Read more...] about IML an Award-Winning Growth Strategy for Magenta LLC