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Substrates | Sustainability

Tosca teams with Avery Dennison to boost supply chain efficiency, reduce C02 emissions

The reusable plastic pellets collaboration has delivered significant operational efficiencies while cutting nearly 500 tons of CO2 in just one year.

12.09.24

Substrates | Sustainability

Innovia Films launches revamped website

The new site focuses on the role of BOPP films in the redesign of packaging, graphic films, and labels that are recyclable and have a low carbon footprint.

12.09.24

Substrates | Sustainability

FINAT explores evolving landscape of sustainability in the label industry

A the 2024 European Label Forum, presenters focuses on regulations, technology, and industry collaboration.

Online Exclusives12.05.24

Europe | Substrates

Lecta announces spin-off of Self-Adhesives business unit

Lecta Self Adhesives España S.L.U. will take over all activities, agreements and commercial relationships relating to the self-adhesives business.

11.27.24

Latin America | Substrates | Sustainability

UPM Raflatac Americas – LATAM wins 10th straight ESR award

The award recognizes companies for their unwavering commitment to ethical practices, active community engagement, and dedication to sustainable development.

11.25.24

Pressroom Supplies | Substrates

International Media Products joins FLAG as vendor partner

Flexo Label Advantage Group's independent converters will gain access to IMP's comprehensive thermal ribbon solutions and sales support programs.

11.22.24

Substrates

Avery Dennison touts adhesive innovation with new label products

Sustainability and performance are key drivers of the latest R&D taking place at the Ohio-based supplier.

Online Exclusives Greg Hrinya, Editor 11.22.24

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Wausau Coated Products promotes Dave Rosen to chief growth officer

In his new role, the 40-year industry veteran will drive the company's international expansion efforts.

11.16.24

Flexible Packaging | Substrates | Sustainability

Walkers Chocolates brands switch to curbside recyclable wrapper

The new EvoPak RCM paper wrapper provides a functional and environmentally friendly alternative to current snack and confectionary packaging.

Ink and Coatings | Substrates

PPG appoints Juliane Hefel senior VP of industrial coatings

She replaces Irene Tasi, who will become senior vice president and chief transformation officer.

11.14.24

Digital Printing | Substrates

Epson certifies UPM Raflatac media for range of linerless label printers

Four OptiCut Direct Thermal (DT) Linerless media have been “Epson Tested” for the Epson TM-L100 printer, including the RL50, RL52, RL53, and RL54.

11.04.24

Substrates | Sustainability

UPM Raflatac launches OptiCut WashOff linerless label

The product is specifically designed for returnable and reusable plastic food containers, including PP, HDPE and PET crates used in food logistics.

10.31.24

Substrates

FILMtech promotes Doris Shellhorse to director, sales and marketing

This newly-created position will support FILMtech’s efforts to add sales talent and expand into new markets.

10.30.24

Smart Labels | Substrates

Avery Dennison launches Optica portfolio of supply chain solutions

The portfolio combines RFID smart labels, the atma.io connected product cloud, other industry leading software, in-field hardware, and technical support.

10.30.24

Europe | Substrates | Sustainability

RecyClass confirms Avery Dennison films fully compatible with HDPE recycling

The products are fully compatible with existing European industrial recycling processes for HDPE containers for white, colored and natural plastics.

10.28.24

Europe | Substrates

Taghleef Industries opens Innovation Center in Italy

The facility in San Giorgio di Nogaro is designed to foster collaboration, accelerate innovation and deliver exceptional value to customers and partners.

10.25.24

Europe | Substrates