The 2022 In-Mold Decorating Association (IMDA) Awards Competition recognized outstanding in-mold labeling (IML), in-mold decorating (IMD) and in-mold electronics (IME) submissions that were produced in 2021 or slated for release in 2022. Entries received from around the world showcased the best in in-mold design and technical achievement in markets ranging from food packaging … [Read more...] about IMDA Awards Recognize the Best in IML/IMD/IME
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Design Concerns for Durable Products: IML/IMD/IME
by Paul O'Hearn, engineering manager, Profile Plastics Adding decoration to injection-molded parts not only increases the attractiveness of plastic products, but also functionality and value. The inherent durable nature of appliques or ink transfer process, coupled with the ever-expanding decorative options and addition of functional electrical circuits, provides original … [Read more...] about Design Concerns for Durable Products: IML/IMD/IME
In-Mold Decorating Adds Design Element to Functional EV Vehicle Component
by Dianna Brodine, vice president, editorial, Plastics Decorating The size of the global Electric Vehicle (EV) Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 21.7% from 2022 to 2030, said an April 2022 report from Markets and Markets. This projected growth is attributed to increased demand for low-emission commuting and government subsidies for zero-emission vehicles that will help … [Read more...] about In-Mold Decorating Adds Design Element to Functional EV Vehicle Component
Prototype Showcases In-Mold Processes and Protective Surface Coatings
by Dianna Brodine, vice president, editorial, Plastics Decorating Kurz Transfer Products, L.P., Huntersville, North Carolina, created a decorated door panel prototype that could be used to showcase several of the company’s decorating technology options, including hot stamping, IMD Roll, IMD Sheet and Insert. In the end, it was the application of the company’s in-mold … [Read more...] about Prototype Showcases In-Mold Processes and Protective Surface Coatings
Advancements in Vision Inspection Solutions for In-Mold-Labeled Packaging
by Scott Heins, director of sales and marketing, INTRAVIS Inc. The market for in-mold-labeled (IML) packages continues to grow and expand domestically as well as internationally. IML decoration methods result in a customized, premium look that has always been preferred for high-end packages (see Figure 1). In recent years, this labeling technique has grown for traditional … [Read more...] about Advancements in Vision Inspection Solutions for In-Mold-Labeled Packaging