by Scott Sabreen, president, The Sabreen Group Inc. Editor's Note: In this Technology feature, Scott Sabreen tackles two topics related to fiber lasers: selection of the fiber laser type when marking plastics and improving marking contrast through the use of additives. Selecting a fiber laser for marking plastics – which laser is best? Nanosecond Ytterbium fiber lasers are … [Read more...] about Fiber Lasers: Selection and Additives
2017 Oct/Nov
In-Mold Labeling and the Role of Static Generation
by Stewart Gordon-Smith, business development manager, Meech International In the eye of the consumer, the packaging of a product plays a fundamental role in the preservation of a brand's image. One could argue that the label of a product acts as the corporate face of a brand, which means that poorly applied labeling (whether it is creased, inadequately aligned or displaying … [Read more...] about In-Mold Labeling and the Role of Static Generation
Tech Watch: Dukane’s iQ i220 Integrated Servo Welder
by Lara Copeland, contributing editor, Plastics Decorating With operations all over the world and headquarters in St. Charles, Illinois, Dukane provides plastic welding solutions for manufacturers globally. Dukane partners with its customers to develop and apply advanced solutions for their material joining, cutting and other manufacturing processes that utilize the company's … [Read more...] about Tech Watch: Dukane’s iQ i220 Integrated Servo Welder
The Card Market: An Introduction to Process and Materials
by Carrie A. Napper, innovation engineer, Klöckner Pentaplast Credit cards, gift cards, identification and transportation cards, and even hotel key cards are all a vital part of everyday transactions often overlooked in regards to material selection and product performance requirements. Each subsegment has differing requirements in respect to interlaminate strength, … [Read more...] about The Card Market: An Introduction to Process and Materials