Worldwide demand for all label types was approximately 64.2 billion sq m in 2018, representing healthy growth of 4.4% over 2017 volumes.
According to recent research, pressure-sensitive labeling continues to represent a 40% share of the global labeling technologies market, while the established glue-applied technology claims second place (35% market share), and the still-growing sleeve labeling technologies now represent a solid 19% share.
To meet ISO 18916 standards, Mactac reports that it submitted samples of its CleanBond™ double-coated tapes (LV820 and LV840) and CleanFilm™ transfer adhesives (LV820) to a third-party facility to test the products’ suitability for use in photographic mounting applications.
Mactac® Industrial Tapes recently announced that its CleanTape™ line of low-volatile organic compound (VOC) acrylic double-coated tapes and transfer adhesives meet International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 18916 standards for photographic enclosure materials.
A multiple-label solution is providing environmental and mechanical protection while authenticating Brose Antriebstechnik's e-bike drive systems.
Electric bicycles are becoming increasingly popular. In Germany, their number has nearly doubled in the last three years, according to the Federal Statistical Office. The importance of developing powerful and robust electric motors and precautions against tampering and pirating has grown accordingly.
The theme of Avery Dennison’s presence at Labelexpo Europe is “Making a Material Difference.”
Avery Dennison recently announced that it will create its biggest-ever trade show presence at Labelexpo Europe 2019, which will be held in Brussels from September 24-27.
The handbook reportedly serves as a guide for not only regulatory implementation, but also internal reviews and audit preparation.
The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) has published the 2019 edition of its Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) manual, “TSCA Compliance: A Company Guide,” to serve as an industry resource for companies looking to develop and implement a site-specific TSCA compliance program.