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Berry Global and Digimarc to Promote Innovation in Recycling with HolyGrail 2.0 Initiative

Digimarc Barcode is a technique to “tag” plastic substrates or print materials (e.g., shrink sleeve, IML label, or paper label) with an identity that could include attributes such as plastic type, product manufacturer, product SKU, and food or non-food usage.

October 21, 2019

Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced its participation in the new recycling initiative, HolyGrail 2.0.

Qualifying an XYZ Robotic Adhesive Application for Freezer Assembly

An appliance manufacturer successfully upgraded its freezer assembly process from an outdated XY-applied hot-melt pressure-sensitive adhesive to a fully automated XYZ application.

October 17, 2019

Electrolux is a global manufacturer of appliances ranging from washers and dryers to water heaters and dishwashers.

Shurtape distribution center groundbreaking

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New Shurtape Distribution Center Draws Most Reader Interest

Readers last week were most interested in news from Shurtape regarding a new distribution facility in North Carolina.

Susan Sutton

October 14, 2019

Is your company expanding? We’d love to help share the news! Please send press releases to me at suttons@bnpmedia.com.

Winners of 16th Label Industry Global Awards Announced at Labelexpo Europe

The Label Industry Global Awards reportedly recognize the most innovative, influential, and successful work from the label and package printing industry across the globe in the last 12 months.

October 7, 2019

Avery Dennison, Esko, and GMG were among the category winners honored at this year’s Label Industry Global Awards, which took place on September 24 at Brussels Expo, Belgium, the first night of Labelexpo Europe 2019.

Shurtape Technologies Breaks Ground on New Distribution Center in North Carolina

The new facility will support Shurtape Technologies’ retail and industrial distribution requirements in the Southeastern U.S.

October 4, 2019

Shurtape Technologies has officially broken ground on a new distribution center in Catawba, N.C.

UNION TOOL CORP.: Dual-Lane Plywood Core Feeder

The core feeder automatically feeds two stacks of plywood cores up to 12 in. wide into Union Tool hot-melt roller coaters.

October 2, 2019

The Union Tool Corp. recently introduced a new core feeder for feeding plywood cores to engineered flooring laminating systems.

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Kraton’s Bio-Based Offerings at China Adhesive 2019 Draw Most Reader Interest

Readers last week showed the most interest in news from Kraton regarding its product offerings at the China Adhesive event.

Susan Sutton

September 30, 2019

How does your company address demand for bio-based materials? I’d love to hear about it! Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com or (248) 786-1704.

Dow Unveils Pressure-Sensitive Solutions for Paper and Film Label Applications at Labelexpo Europe

Dow reports that the new offering expands its portfolio for pressure-sensitive label applications with solutions that address key market trends.

September 30, 2019

At the recent Labelexpo Europe 2019, Dow introduced a range of new SYL-OFF silicone release coatings and INVISU acrylic adhesives designed for paper and film label applications.

Optimizing 5S with Durable Surface-Safe Labels

Signage or identification labels that easily adapt to change can streamline the 5S continuous improvement process.

Tina Huff

September 26, 2019

For facility operations managers, launching a 5S lean manufacturing program can reduce waste and optimize productivity through better workplace organization.

Using Novel Emulsion-Based Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives in High-Performance Applications

New pressure-sensitive adhesives have been developed that can rival existing solvent acrylic and radiation-curable technologies used in high-performance tape and label applications.

Yong Park

September 20, 2019

Pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSAs) have become more popular in demanding tape and label applications.

H.B. Fuller to Open Aerospace Manufacturing Center of Excellence

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ASC Announces Winners of Its 2026 Innovation Awards

DELO Reports Record Revenue for Fiscal Year

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