Plastics Decorating Letter from the Chair The Decorating and Coatings Division, in conjunction with the IMDA association, has just completed the live 2021 topical conference (TopCon) at the Westin Edina in Minneapolis. This is the first live conference we have been able to conduct since the outbreak of COVID-19, and we’re delighted with the results. Attendees and presenters … [Read more...] about Association News: October/November 2021
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IMDA Association News: October/November 2021
From the Managing Director The IMDA returned to in-person events this fall – first, by hosting the IMDA Symposium in September and then by exhibiting at PACK EXPO Las Vegas. Attendees at both events were engaged and excited to be among industry peers again! The Symposium – held in conjunction with SPE’s Decorating & Coatings Division TopCon – welcomed more than 90 … [Read more...] about IMDA Association News: October/November 2021
Ultra Pack UVFP – Low-Migration Ink from Marabu
by Jewlissa Frickey, assistant editor, Plastics Decorating The manufacturing of consumer products such as foods or cosmetic packaging requires deliberate awareness of the strict safety standards set to ensure that human health is not put at risk by any of the ingredients. The printing ink used for the decoration and labeling of these products is no exception. Marabu set out to … [Read more...] about Ultra Pack UVFP – Low-Migration Ink from Marabu
Every Plant Needs to Conduct a Cyber Risk Assessment
by Liz Stevens, writer, Plastics Decorating Hacks, security breaches, ransomware attacks – these are becoming more and more common in our technology-dependent world. Every manufacturer would be wise to take these potential threats seriously and apply resources to protect assets and fortify cyber security. If cyberattacks can happen to school districts, casinos, farm … [Read more...] about Every Plant Needs to Conduct a Cyber Risk Assessment
Industrial Liquid Coating of Plastic Products – Adhesion Surface Science
by Scott R. Sabreen, president, The Sabreen Group, Inc. Part one of this series discussed the effects of paint chemistry and plastic compatibility. It would not be acceptable for any element to compromise the plastic properties. The following effects must be evaluated in every application: Chemical effects – solvents and chemical interactions cannot damage the plastic … [Read more...] about Industrial Liquid Coating of Plastic Products – Adhesion Surface Science