Article Archives » 2001
November/December 2001

Features:
Beverage Labeling
New ideas and product differentiation in a highly competitive packaging market.
By Talar Sesetyan
Digital Presses
Inkjet technology intensifies, and finishing equipment takes a higher profile.
By Jack Kenny
October 2001

Features:
RFID Technology
Labels with smart chips are a growing market, but require skill and engineering.
By Jack Kenny
Release Liners
Understanding this powerful and versatile component of the pressure sensitive label.
By Talar Sesetyan
September 2001

Features:
Label Stock: Paper vs. Film
Substrate variety and quality are greater than ever, and films are showing their muscle.
By Talar Sesetyan
Anilox Rolls
New coating processes, plus care and cleaning tips for these critical press components.
By Jack Kenny
July 2001

Features:
Flexo R&D
Our Reality Check columnist sheds light on some of the technological R&D that is rapidly changing the complexion of flexography.
By Art Fields
Mid-Year Economic Outlook
Many are struggling, but some converters are bucking the recessionary trends
By Jack Kenny & Talar Sesetyan
May 2001

Features:
Pharmaceutical Labeling
Discipline, control, cleanliness and security make for a demanding market niche.
By Talar Sesetyan
Flexo Ink
Developments in water based and UV curable inks mean greater potential for converters.
By Jack Kenny
April 2001

Features:
Folding Carton
Short run capability, fast turnarounds and less waste are among the reasons folding carton customers are turning to narrow web converters.
By Talar Sesetyan
Letterpress
The letterpress market might be constrained, but label converters and their customers still demand the quality that this traditional printing process delivers
By Jack Kenny
March 2001

Features:
Postpress Equipment
Powerful converting and finishing systems can enhance performance and profitability.
By Jack Kenny
Personal Care Labeling
High quality, eye appeal and cost are driving this demanding label market.
By Talar Sesetyan
January / February 2001

Features:
Servo Driven
In one year, shaftless press technology has leaped onto the flexo scene.
By Jack Kenny
Testing Equipment
A myriad of laboratory devices are available to improve label quality.
By Talar Sesetyan


